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Big 3 with Dean H. Rao Unnava: February 2024
A New Lifelong Learning and Community Platform, MBAs Team Up with Sacramento Kings on Mentoring, Does It Really Matter Who Delivers Your Online Orders?
Dean H. Rao Unnava's February 2024 edition of the Big 3 features a look at our new exclusive online community, MBA students partnering with the Sacramento Kings' Fastbreak Mentoring Program and the value of e-tailers investing in their own delivery fleets.
From Retail to Deloitte: Ascending to Audit Associate
Networking and building connections led to my Big 4 job offer
After four years at Banana Republic, MPAc student Catherine Jaber looked to start a new chapter. Within weeks at UC Davis, she secured offers from all Big 4 firms and will join Deloitte as an audit associate this fall.
Switching My Gameplan: Pursuing a Career in Accounting
How I landed a job as Tax Associate at KPMG in San Francisco
As a UC Davis undergrad, MPAc student Kendall Lorraine Richards realized she was more a “numbers” person and discovered a passion for accounting. She’ll start as a tax associate at KPMG in San Francisco this fall.
Big 3 with Dean H. Rao Unnava: January 2024
Top 10 Business School to Watch in 2024, NBA Sacramento Kings Partnership and Financial Times Biz Quiz
Dean H. Rao Unnava's January 2024 edition of the Big 3 features: Top 10 Business School to Watch in 2024, NBA Sacramento Kings Partnership and Financial Times Biz Quiz.
Tips and Tricks for Your MPAc Application
Associate Director Zoë Richardson shares her insights and advice
Associate Director Zoë Richardson shares her insights and advice on how to submit a successful application that puts your best foot forward.
Unlocking the Power of Python in Accounting
How my elevated coding skillset will set me apart
“Those with Python skills will be able to navigate an accounting world that prioritizes innovation, efficiency and high-level data analysis,” writes MPAc student Matthew Ejiogu.
Full-Circle: How My Internship at Crowe Led to UC Davis—and Back
MPAc combined with field experience launches my rewarding career in auditing
After two internships at Crowe, Nicolas Oropeza shares how the UC Davis MPAc program propelled him to rejoin the global firm and launch a rewarding career.
Big 3 with Dean H. Rao Unnava: October 2023
More global recognition for our graduate business programs, faculty trailblazer in tech management, AI vs. humans on Wall Street
Dean H. Rao Unnava's October 2023 edition of the Big 3 features: Faculty Tech Management Trailblazer, New #1 Global Ranking, AI on Wall Street.
UC Davis MPAc Orientation: Building Lifelong Friendships and Landing Job Offers
Being part of the MPAc program isn't just an achievement—it's a gift.
MPAc student Aditya Prasad shares highlights of the five-day program orientation, including career advice, networking opportunities, and landing three job offers at the Meet the Firms event.
Meet Michael Ueltzen: From Big 4 CPA to Expert Witness
How earning a CPA and developing communication skills may lead to forensic accounting
MPAc student Kyle Anderson asks Lecturer Michael Ueltzen about the intriguing field of forensic accounting, the skills needed, and professional development for aspiring forensic accountants.
Assistant Professor Xinlei Li Brings Data Analytics Expertise to MPAc
Q&A with newest faculty member
Introducing Xinlei Li, an expert in ESG finance practices and data analytics, who is dedicated to educating aspiring accountants for the ever-changing, technology-driven landscape of the future.
Meet the Firms: Kickstarting Your Accounting Career
Students connect with top employers at exclusive UC Davis career fair
At this year’s 11th annual Meet the Firms event, recruiters from nearly 30 companies and agencies came to connect and share their organization’s career tracks and culture with MPAc students.