Insider Tips for Perfecting Your MBA Application
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Insider Tips for Perfecting Your MBA Application

Q&A with Alex Svensson, Director of MBA/MM Recruitment and Admissions

Get insider tips from Alex Svensson, our new director of MBA/MM recruitment and admissions, as she shares key advice on crafting a standout application and highlights what sets our programs apart!

QS Ranks UC Davis MSBA No. 1 Globally for Return on Investment for Third Year
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QS Ranks UC Davis MSBA No. 1 Globally for Return on Investment for Third Year

Plus, No. 4 worldwide for “Value for the Money”; top 20 overall in U.S. and top 40 worldwide

The UC Davis Master of Science in Business Analytics is once again the No. 1 program in the world for return on investment for the degree, an honor it has held for the third consecutive year in the QS rankings.

From Baby Boomers to Gen Z: Exploring Generational Perspectives at Work
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From Baby Boomers to Gen Z: Exploring Generational Perspectives at Work

Key takeaways as an organizer of Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit

Sacramento MBA Ryan Advincula recaps Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit—which he helped organize—featuring sessions led by classmates and faculty on workplace evolution, personal branding, and stereotypes.

UC Davis Helped Me Become a Silicon Valley Communications Leader 
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UC Davis Helped Me Become a Silicon Valley Communications Leader 

“Setting the gold standard for student success”

Double Aggie Taylor Stanton says his undergrad degree and Bay Area MBA propelled his Silicon Valley communications career forward. He coins it the “Davis Difference,” an action-oriented mindset to tackle any personal and professional goal.

Three Top Skills for Accounting Professionals in the Next Decade
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Three Top Skills for Accounting Professionals in the Next Decade

Mastering technical proficiency, data analytics and communication

Looking to boost your skills in the age of AI? Learn three key reasons why the UC Davis MPAc program will future-proof your career with essential tech, data analytics, and communication skills.

Stepping Up at Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit Shaped My Path as a First-Gen MBA Alumna
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Stepping Up at Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit Shaped My Path as a First-Gen MBA Alumna

Leading conversations on motherhood, mental health and mentoring

From bookworm to keynote speaker, recent graduate Leticia V. Garay reveals how the Metro EDGE: Emerge Summit shaped her journey as a first-generation MBA alumna. As a third-time speaker at the annual event, she reflects on overcoming fears, embracing growth, and finding her voice in leadership.

My Court-Side Insights Interning for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings
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My Court-Side Insights Interning for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings

Developing skills in tech inventory and operations management

Full-time MBA student Ravi Teja Viswavarapu blogs about his summer internship with the NBA’s Sacramento Kings, putting his MBA skills into play and gaining career-changing experience in tech inventory and operations.

MPAc Alumna Prepares for Future at PwC
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MPAc Alumna Prepares for Future at PwC

Diana Tran earned a major scholarship and Big 4 job offer before MPAc started

Alumna Diana Tran highlights how the MPAc program enhanced her technical skills, including data analytics, and interpersonal skills, such as presentations and teamwork, effectively preparing her for her role at PwC.

Biotechnology Industry Immersion: Executives Mentor MBAs
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Biotechnology Industry Immersion: Executives Mentor MBAs

Q&A with Genentech Executive Sunita Dhar

Gain insights from Sunita Dhar, Genentech’s executive medical group director and member of the Biotechnology Advisory Council of our Industry Immersion program. She discusses mentorship, industry roles, and leadership development in our Q&A.

Slice of Life Video: Master of Professional Accountancy
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Slice of Life Video: Master of Professional Accountancy

Accounting is the language of business

Discover how the MPAc program at the Graduate School of Management can launch your accounting career, foster valuable connections, and build essential teamwork skills for success in top firms and beyond.

MPAc to CPA Excellence at a Big 4
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MPAc to CPA Excellence at a Big 4

Deloitte sets the foundation for professional growth and career success

Bruce Ye MPAc 23 reflects on his journey from financial associate to CPA achiever at Deloitte, leveraging UC Davis' MPAc program to excel in auditing and career growth.

Our Vibe: Embark on Your Journey at UC Davis
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Our Vibe: Embark on Your Journey at UC Davis

Embrace collaboration, innovation and excellence to elevate your potential

Hear from students and faculty on our vibrant community where inspiration thrives, success is shared, trust is built, and you develop your collaborative leadership skills during an experience unlike any other business school. Watch video.

From Self-Doubt to Success: Personal Branding Insights from Sutter Health CEO
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From Self-Doubt to Success: Personal Branding Insights from Sutter Health CEO

Guest Lecturer: Warner Thomas, president and CEO of Sutter Health

Henna Sawhney MBA 24 shares lessons from Sutter Health CEO Warner Thomas who detailed how he overcame imposter syndrome and discovered his "why" while building a strong, authentic personal brand.

Class of 2024: What’s Next for You?
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Class of 2024: What’s Next for You?

View videos of our newest alumni from the Class of 2024 who share where they are heading next in their careers and future pursuits.

Alumni Spotlight: Meg Lee MBA 22
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Alumni Spotlight: Meg Lee MBA 22

Finance Manager at E. & J. Gallo Winery

Alum Meg Lee shares how skills from her Sacramento Part-Time MBA propel her wine industry career and offers insights on Gen-Z, the changing workforce, and the rise of non-alcoholic consumption.

From Software Novice to MBA Leader: How an MBA Enhanced My Network
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From Software Novice to MBA Leader: How an MBA Enhanced My Network

Leadership cultivated beyond the classroom

Sacramento MBA student Aniket Goundaje shares his journey of self-discovery from questioning his abilities to embracing leadership opportunities at UC Davis, navigating unfamiliar territories and finding a work-life balance.

Microsoft Exec Inspires My UC Davis Students with AI Vision
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Microsoft Exec Inspires My UC Davis Students with AI Vision

MSBA Guest Lecturer: Marco Casalaina, VP of products, Azure AI, Microsoft

Microsoft's Azure AI Vice President of Products Marco Casalaina shared three key trends shaping in the AI landscape: ubiquity, multimodality and autonomy.

My MBA Journey Empowering Rural Healthcare Access
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My MBA Journey Empowering Rural Healthcare Access

Collaborative leadership key to establishing medical education in Northern California

Alum Kristy Bird MaKieve leverages her MBA skills to spearhead multiple non-profits and groundbreaking medical education initiatives, revolutionizing rural healthcare access and education in Northern California.