Is An MBA Worth It?
For folks looking to break it big in the business world, seeking an MBA seems like an attractive option. With on-the-job training, networking opportunities, and impressive job placement statistics, pursuing a Masters of Business Administration degree almost seems like a no-brainer. Continue reading…
Guide to MBA Internships in the Washington DC Metro
MBA internships can be just as important as a job for business school students. This makes a lot of sense — your mba internship will play a huge role in whatever job you end up landing post graduation. Continue reading…
Smith School Takes First Prize at Emerging Markets Case Competition
The Smith School of Business hosted the Second Annual Emerging Markets Case Competition earlier this month. According to the Smith School, eight teams from seven MBA programs around the country participated in an intense 24-hour preparation and presentation. Each team was tasked with providing recommendations to the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on a specific case involving the economic sustainability strategy of a mining company in Ghana. Continue reading…
Are You a DePaul Undergrad Alum? The Double Demon Scholarship Is For You
Did you receive your undergraduate degree from DePaul University? If so, are you looking into returning to school to pursue a graduate degree? The Double Demon Scholarship, an academic award that allows DePaul University alumni to return to school and enjoy discounted tuition for a master’s degree or certificate program, applies to more than 100 programs across nine DePaul schools, including the Kellstadt Graduate School of Business. Continue reading…
Why Is Amazon Hiring So Many MBAs?
When thinking about the largest tech sector companies in the world today, Apple, Microsoft, Facebook, Google and Amazon are sure to top the list. Not only are these companies on the forefront of technological advancement in business and consumer electronics, they are also major players in the MBA job market. Continue reading…
Incubating at IDEO: Experts to Speak at USD School of Business This Week
According to a press release on the school website, the University of San Diego School of Business will host Melanie Bell-Mayeda, associate partner and managing director at IDEO, and Clark Scheffy, partner at IDEO, on April 12 as part of the Ahlers Center for International Business Speaker Series. IDEO (pronounced “eye-dee-oh”) is an award-winning global design firm that takes a human-centered, design-based approach to helping organizations in the public and private sectors innovate and grow. Continue reading…
