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Building Community, Inspiring Connections and Engaging Corporate Partners
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Building Community, Inspiring Connections and Engaging Corporate Partners

My first 100 days as senior assistant dean for student affairs at UC Davis GSM

Recently named senior assistant dean of student affairs, Amy Russell reflects on her "incredible journey" at UC Davis, and what's in store for new programs at the Graduate School of Management. 

Your Questions from My MPAc “Ask Me Anything” on Instagram
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Your Questions from My MPAc “Ask Me Anything” on Instagram

Get the inside scoop on placement, eligibility, MPAc vs. MBA, UC Davis community

Recapping her recent Instagram session, MPAc Associate Director Zoë Richardson answers wide-ranging questions from prospective students—topics you’ll want to learn more about.

Double Aggies: UC Davis Alums Pursue Accounting Degrees
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Double Aggies: UC Davis Alums Pursue Accounting Degrees

UC Davis undergrads, now MPAc students, share their top 5 reasons to join the program

Why UC Davis MPAc? Double Aggies say 100% job placement, top quality faculty, life changing results, great location, and close-knit community and network.

Tips & Tricks for Your MPAc Application
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Tips & Tricks for Your MPAc Application

Nov. 17, 2022 Webinar Recap

Learn how to strengthen your application for the UC Davis Master of Professional Accountancy program. MPAc Associate Director of Admissions Zoë Richardson leads an insightful conversation about the program and the application process.

MSBA Alumnus at Google: “Prioritize Your Time”
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MSBA Alumnus at Google: “Prioritize Your Time”

UC Davis MSBA offers opportunities to learn, have fun, expand your thinking

MSBA alum Naga “Yashas” Bhaskara Venkata, now at Apple, asked fellow alum Siva Arulkumar, now at Google, about his student experience and advice for prospective students.

QS Ranks MSBA No. 1 Globally for Return on Investment
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QS Ranks MSBA No. 1 Globally for Return on Investment

Plus, top 10 worldwide for “Value for the Money” for fourth consecutive year

“These students took a big leap during the pandemic to study with us. We’re thrilled to help them maximize their investment in their futures in such a significant way,” says MSBA Executive Director Amy Russell.

2023 Class Represents the Largest in MSBA Program History
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2023 Class Represents the Largest in MSBA Program History

Master of Science in Business Analytics students from 11 countries arrive in San Francisco

We’re welcoming our largest MSBA cohort ever, 99 students, and nearly two-thirds of them join our program from notable companies like Amazon, Bytedance, Deloitte, Google, PayPal, PepsiCo and more. 

MPAc Admissions Answers Top Questions from Recent Ask-Me-Anything
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MPAc Admissions Answers Top Questions from Recent Ask-Me-Anything

Learn about scholarships, student life, start dates and more

Erica Wondra, our assistant director for our Master of Professional Accountancy program, answers burning application questions during an AMA on IG.

Alumna Jennifer Vogt Honored with Distinguished Achievement Award
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Alumna Jennifer Vogt Honored with Distinguished Achievement Award

Award-winning media executive recognized for her international leadership and impact

Emmy and Tony-award winning senior media executive and GSM alumna, Jennifer Vogt MBA 03, is the recipient of the 2021-22 Distinguished Achievement Award from the Graduate School of Management’s Alumni Association.

Thinking about an MBA? GMAT Test vs. Waiver Request
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Thinking about an MBA? GMAT Test vs. Waiver Request

Tips to present your most competitive MBA application

Four key factors to consider when you’re getting ready to take the GMAT exam vs. requesting a GMAT waiver.

Finding Your Fit in the Master of Professional Accountancy Program
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Finding Your Fit in the Master of Professional Accountancy Program

From therapy to student counseling, my passion is helping others

As the assistant director of the Master of Professional Accountancy program, I bring a passion for helping students meet career and personal goals.

Our 7 Core Actions for Diversity
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Our 7 Core Actions for Diversity

Bringing inclusion practices into the real world

Building on UC Davis’s No. 1 ranking by QS for inclusiveness, diversity and internationalization, the Graduate School of Management has a commitment to seven core “Actions for Diversity.”

Five Ways to Beat the GMAT
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Five Ways to Beat the GMAT

Tips for Training Smarter, Not Just Harder

For some, taking the GMAT is not a big deal. You do what you need to. You just bite the bullet and get it done. For others—as we’ve seen particularly with candidates for part-time programs—it can be a barrier to your MBA path. Knowing that the exam can be immensely anxiety-provoking.

An Innovative Way To Pay For That MBA Degree
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An Innovative Way To Pay For That MBA Degree

Poets&Quants’ John Byrne writes that Dean Unnava believes the deferred tuition program could increase the available pool of applicants by as much as 20% because it makes the Online MBA degree more accessible to candidates.

The True Secret to MBA Application Success
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The True Secret to MBA Application Success

"The key to MBA application success lies beyond GMAT scores or work experience," says Valerie D. James, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management.

MSBA Class of 2022 Largest in Program’s History
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MSBA Class of 2022 Largest in Program’s History

Master of Science in Business Analytics students from 17 countries arrive in San Francisco.

We’re welcoming our largest MSBA cohort ever, nearly 100 students, and nearly two-thirds of them join our program from notable companies like Microsoft, EY, Uber, Goldman Sachs, Intel and more. 

Tips to Strengthen your M.S. in Business Analytics Application
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Tips to Strengthen your M.S. in Business Analytics Application

“Now is the best time to think about, and define your analytics narrative.”

Are you ready to jump-start your business analytics career? MSBA Executive Director Amy Russell shares tips and advice to help you strengthen your application.