Meeting medtech CEO led to finance role helping to fight cancer.
Perseverance, planning and the power of networking combined as a recipe for success for Full-Time MBA alum Keerthana Hegde, who switch careers to become a finance manager at a pioneering medtech company.
Balancing family, work, school toward a midlife career pivot
After 30 years’ experience in marketing, advertising and tech, Kristin Berkery has found new purpose and direction. Learn how an MBA is helping her pivot mid-career while balancing work, parenting and business school.
“UC Davis didn’t just give me a degree, it gave me a launchpad.”
Full-Time MBA alum Aishwarya Singh landed a role as technology manager at Pacific Coast Companies Inc. right after graduation and shares how UC Davis prepared him for success in tech and award-winning international research.
Becoming a quant analytics associate at JPMorgan Chase
From neuroscience to JPMorgan Chase, recent alum Kyle Ayisi shares how the UC Davis MSBA program helped him land a plumb analytics role, build a network and develop a personal brand for long-term success.
Vice President of Sales and Marketing at DataON
At the GSM Alumni Reunion, Howard Lo MBA 00, vice president of sales and marketing at DataON, shares how 25 years of networking, leadership and community building have shaped his professional journey.
MPAc alumna shares advice for prospective students
MPAc alumna Diana Tran shares five ways the UC Davis MPAc program prepared her for success as an audit associate at PwC, from communication and teamwork to finding real balance.
At Commencement, our latest grads share where they're heading
Video of Class of 2025 grads who landed key roles and promotions at companies like Adobe, Cisco, Big Four accounting firms and innovative startups. We asked two dozen of our newest alumni to share where they’re headed next in their careers and future pursuits.
Hybrid program, STEM-designated curriculum, strategic location
Advance your career without pausing it. The nationally ranked UC Davis Bay Area Part-Time MBA offers a flexible hybrid format, a STEM-designated curriculum and close-knit community that will challenge you as a collaborative leader. View video.
Recognized with GSM Alumni Association's Outstanding Service Award
The GSM Alumni Association's Outstanding Service Awardee Kristy Bird MaKieve blogs about putting her MBA skills to work revolutionizing rural healthcare access and education in Northern California.
UC staff eligible for up to $60,000+ in scholarships
UC Davis staff are advancing their careers through $50,000+ scholarships for our nationally ranked Part-Time MBA, gaining leadership skills, confidence, and a powerful network. Learn how you can be one of up to 20 employees selected each year.
"Big data skills make you a game-changer in any industry."
From Excel to Python, Amanda Carter MPAc 25 shares how UC Davis’s STEM-focused accounting program prepared her to thrive in big data, starting this fall as an audit associate at EY.
Blending the fundamentals of winemaking and management skills
Winemaker and Online MBA student Myrna Couch, looking to elevate her craft, found that the UC Davis Wine Executive Program blends business acumen and winemaking expertise—equipping professionals to innovate and lead in the global wine industry.
How I became a confident leader—professionally and personally
Sacramento Part-Time MBA student and ambassador Krystal Scruggs breaks down how she stays on top of a demanding job, personal life and academics—while leveling up her leadership game.
Advancing my skills in content creation to corporate strategy
Kristina Kaminski MM 25 shares how she transitioned from content creation to strategy and how the UC Davis Master of Management program sharpened her leadership skills, preparing her to excel in digital marketing roles.
Gaining experience in finance, sales and client management
With a year of eligibility remaining as a Division 1 athlete, Carter Delaney says the Master of Management program was pitch-perfect to help him sharpen his leadership, finance and strategic skills—while still playing baseball.
“I was nervous starting the MPAc program, but my professors assured me that I belong here.”
MPAc student Juan Carlos Castro shares how the UC Davis MPAc program’s expert faculty, hands-on experience and personalized support helped him already land a role at Big 4 firm EY’s financial services operations tax team in San Francisco.
Three ways we prepare students for accounting career success
UC Davis MPAc graduates achieve 100% job placement within three months—year after year. MPAc Associate Director Zoë Dybdahl breaks down how our career support, industry connections and exclusive bootcamp prepare you for accounting success.
Breaking down your questions on career services, financial aid, CPA exam prep and more!
MPAc Associate Director Zoë Dybdahl answers all your questions about the UC Davis MPAc program, including admissions, career services, financial aid, CPA exam prep, and more in this recap of our Ask Me Anything session!
A crossroads: post-undergrad job offer or graduate school?
Job offer or grad school? Michael Hui blogs about why he chose the UC Davis Master of Management—and how it’s shaping his future as a leader.
Ready to start your application? Associate Director of Admissions Gerard Bañales shares steps to showcase your authentic self and embrace the excitement of crafting an application that best represents your academic and professional goals.