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How an MBA is Preparing Me for Real-World Success
Building networks, skill development and solution-focused strategies
“My journey has been much more than textbooks, lectures and assignments. It's been a transformative experience that goes far beyond the confines of the classroom,” says Bay Area MBA Anuja Gupta .
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How My MBA Beat My Imposter Syndrome
"I learned how to truly advocate for myself, ask bold questions, and take control of my career.”
Verenice Andrade MBA 24 conquered adversity in her hometown to seize opportunity as a senior paralegal at PG&E. Her journey as she pursued an MBA at UC Davis, elevating her skills and unlocking limitless opportunities.
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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.
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Slice of Life Video: Master of Science in Business Analytics
Fusing data science with business acumen for global impact in San Francisco and Silicon Valley
You'll thrive in the global innovation hub of San Francisco and Silicon Valley, networking with trailblazers pushing the envelope on business analytics and data-driven decision-making. Hear why MSBA students chose UC Davis and professors who bring their cutting-edge research to class.
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Poets&Quants Thought Leadership Video Series: Professor Michelle Higgins on Non-Profit Reporting and Governance
In an interview with Poets&Quants' John A. Byrne, Professor Michelle Higgins (fna Yetman) discusses her 20-years of research on nonprofit accounting, financial reporting and governance, shedding light on transparency, donor trust and organizational
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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.
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Building Trust, Shaping Legacies: Our Takeaways from the MBA Collaborative Leadership Retreat
Four pillars to be a collaborative leader
Jessica Cheng MBA 23 and Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24 recapped the three-day Collaborative Leadership Retreat, showcasing MBA students' insights from inspirational leaders and their exploration of effective leadership strategies.
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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.
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Tesla Fires Its Supercharger Team. Crazy? But Why?
Elon Musk shocks by axing Tesla's 500-strong Supercharger team. Why? Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava explains if it’s Musk's bold vision, strategic imperative or another whim like Twitter layoffs.
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Ryan Wilson Honored among Poets&Quants' 2024 Best & Brightest MBAs
Congratulations to Full-Time MBA Ryan Wilson, recognized among Poets&Quants' 2024 Best & Brightest MBAs. Now in its 10th year, the Best & Brightest honors the top 100 graduate business students at elite MBA programs worldwide.
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Tess Sussman Honored among Poets&Quants' 2024 Best & Brightest MBAs
Congratulations to Full-Time MBA Tess Sussman, recognized among Poets&Quants' 2024 Best & Brightest MBAs. Now in its 10th year, the Best & Brightest honors the top 100 graduate business students at elite MBA programs worldwide.
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Are Tesla's Supercharger Layoffs Bad News for California and Its Electric Car Push?
Elon Musk enacted a fresh round of layoffs at Tesla
Layoffs at Tesla threaten California's plans to open up Tesla's Superchargers to all electric vehicles. “Supercharging is the big golden goose,” said Professor Hemant Bhargava. “They’re the number one gas station for the electric vehicle industry.”