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UC Davis Welcomes Back Google Cloud Hero Competition
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UC Davis Welcomes Back Google Cloud Hero Competition

Google partnership paves way for practitioner certification

Teaming up with the pros from Google to learn cloud computing and reach our Google Cloud Practitioner certification.

My MSBA Journey from Bangalore to San Francisco
Wearing his UC Davis GSM mask, Animesh enjoys Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, not far from the MSBA campus
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My MSBA Journey from Bangalore to San Francisco

“Opportunity to create relationships with client companies attracted me.”

MSBA student Animesh Danayak shares his journey to UC Davis and how the program has helped deepen his understanding of the field of analytics.

4 Steps to a Successful MPAc Journey
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4 Steps to a Successful MPAc Journey

"Start preparing early and keep your momentum.”

Recent MPAc graduate Smita Carvalho shares her journey through the program and landing a new career as a risk advisory associate in San Francisco.

Finding a Home Away from Home at UC Davis
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Finding a Home Away from Home at UC Davis

My trek from Mongolia to a very welcoming Davis community

From the capital of Mongolia to her apartment in Davis, new Full-Time MBA student Sodontuya Nerguidavaa shares about her global journey.

UC Davis MBA Team Helps Chilean Winery Strategize
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UC Davis MBA Team Helps Chilean Winery Strategize

Bringing ‘creative and bold’ ideas to break into U.S. market

Full-Time MBA students team up virtually with students from the University of Talca to help Hugo Casanova Winery in Chile break into the U.S. market.

Embrace Change—Luck is Where Preparation Meets Opportunity
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Embrace Change—Luck is Where Preparation Meets Opportunity

“I was on the crispy end of the burnout spectrum, but I welcomed the unknown.”

From physician to hospital administrator, Dr. Brent Jackson (M.D., M.S.,) MBA 20 earned his UC Davis MBA at age 55—a prescription for further success.

Student Stories: From X'ian, China to Corporate Finance at Google
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Student Stories: From X'ian, China to Corporate Finance at Google

After completing her MBA at UC Davis, Betty Yao started her journey in Silicon Valley by joining a startup called Pillow, which she shares in this blog from Interstride. See how her career at Pillow, which was later acquired by Expedia, transitioned

From Baseball to Balance Sheets: A New Field of Dreams
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From Baseball to Balance Sheets: A New Field of Dreams

“I have enjoyed every minute of the MPAc program thus far.”

Double-Aggie Wyatt Tucker shares how his Aggie baseball experience eventually led him to the MPAc program and an offer from a Big 4 firm.

Speed Networking: 4 Lessons Learned from Alumni
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Speed Networking: 4 Lessons Learned from Alumni

Business analytics alums share advice with students

The top tips and takeaways from a successful speed networking session with recent MSBA alumni.

What’s an MSBA Practicum Project?
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What’s an MSBA Practicum Project?

How are teams and corporate project sponsors selected

Behind the scenes of how practicum projects are developed and how the experience offers students professional growth.

2020 Commencement Student Speakers from Largest Class Ever
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2020 Commencement Student Speakers from Largest Class Ever

Five new grads discuss inspiration, memories and what’s next

Students from each of the five degree programs at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management will share their inspirations, experiences, and journeys with their fellow graduates, their families, and friends in a virtual commencement on Saturday, December 12.

5 Tips on Earning Your MBA Later in Life
Maridol Guillen begins year two of her MBA at UC Davis
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5 Tips on Earning Your MBA Later in Life

Returning to School at 43: I gave the ultimate gift to myself

After raising a family and growing her supply chain career, Maridol Guillen began her Sacramento Part-Time MBA at age 43 while working at Intel.

5 Job Search Tips from MSBA Alumni at Amazon and REEF
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5 Job Search Tips from MSBA Alumni at Amazon and REEF

When you don’t have an edge, rely on your network

New MSBA student Chanel Diggs quizzes alumni about building analytic skills and tapping the network to land sought-after roles in tech.

MPAc Orientation: a Career Launch Pad
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MPAc Orientation: a Career Launch Pad

Non-accounting background can be a virtue preparing for fast-growing field

MPAc Orientation got Christine Pahel up to speed quickly:  “We hit the ground running with a full schedule of speakers, workshops and career prep.”

A Day in My Part-Time MBA Life
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A Day in My Part-Time MBA Life

Balancing work, life and earning a UC Davis MBA

How do you find time for it all? Bay Area Part-Time MBA student Sheena Tsang shares her daily routine from her job at T-Mobile to Zoom calls with classmates.

My Salute to Service: Check on a Veteran This Week
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My Salute to Service: Check on a Veteran This Week

Pandemic has led to more veteran suicides, but you can help

Full-Time MBA student and U.S. Army officer Stephen Perry shares an important Veterans Day message to both honor and help those who served their country. 

5 Must-Know Virtual Conference Tips for MBA Students
Jonathan Pan shares a photo of his time at ROMBA 2019
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5 Must-Know Virtual Conference Tips for MBA Students

Takeaways from two years at ROMBA

Full-Time MBA student Jonathan Pan compares the last two years of Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) and offers his tips for virtual conferences.

MSBAs Kick-Off New Adventure in Challenging Times
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MSBAs Kick-Off New Adventure in Challenging Times

Getting connected and overcoming obstacles with my new classmates

New MSBA student Khristion Lambert shares experiences from his first weeks in the program, and interviews with classmates.

Double-Aggie Alumna: Why I Joined the MSBA Class of 2021
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Double-Aggie Alumna: Why I Joined the MSBA Class of 2021

Making virtual connections with my new cohort

The double-Aggie alumna describes her journey to business analytics, the virtual transition and fun facts about her classmates.