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Tag Archives: Program Format
A Truly Global Consulting Experience
At Fuqua we have many options when it comes to spring break. Many of my peers embarked on journeys to tropical climates. There was also a ski trip — dozens of MBAs descended upon unsuspecting Park City, Utah, for 6 … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Careers, Consulting, International, Student Life, Why Fuqua
Tagged About Fuqua, Business Values, China, Classes, Client Consulting Practicum, Collaborative Learning, Cross-disciplinary, Cultural Studies, Culture, Dining, Diversity, First Year, Fun, Global Academic Travel Experience, Global Business, Hands-on Experience, Industry Insight, Learning, Nonprofit, Personal Insight, Program Format, Spring Break, Teams, Teamwork, Transformative Experience, Travel, Why Fuqua
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Three Months Abroad
I just returned from 3 months abroad. I did an exchange program at the University of Cape Town, in South Africa. At first I was very apprehensive about missing the first spring term, especially since the two-year MBA really does … Continue reading
The Unofficial 5-Step Path to Leadership Success at Fuqua
While salaries and job statistics are quantifiable metrics that allow prospective students to compare business schools, how can you tell if a school will make you a better leader? There isn’t a metric that really defines leadership — and ask … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Leadership & Ethics, Student Clubs, Student Life, Why Fuqua
Tagged About Fuqua, Advice, Business Values, COLE Fellow, Collaborative Learning, Community, First Year, Fuqua Culture, Fuqua Values, Hands-on Experience, Leaders of Consequence, Leadership, Learning, MBAA, Personal Growth, Personal Insight, Program Format, Second Year, Student Club, Student Involvement, Team Fuqua, Traditions, Transformative Experience, Why Fuqua
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Optional Concentrations Tie Into My Interests
Coming into Fuqua, aside from the core class requirements, I planned to take classes that really interested me or would be useful for my upcoming internship and future career. This led me to take classes like Negotiation, Information Management, Managing … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Careers, Financial Services, Student Life
Tagged About Fuqua, Business Values, Classes, Concentrations, Finance, General Management, Industry Insight, Internship, Interviews, Job Search, Leadership, Program Format, Strategic Planning Practicum, Student Club, Why Fuqua
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I Love Spring
… and I’ll tell you why: No Recruiting! I wrote about my very hectic recruiting experience this year, and I’m pleased to report that it all paid off. I’m going to work at Morgan Stanley this summer as a credit … Continue reading
A Day at Fuqua…
I once heard a Fuqua visitor say, “Fuqua seems like an airport. It is always bustling with activity,” to which I immediately quipped, “Perhaps, but busier.” Personally, my 20 academic weeks at Fuqua have been among the most intense of … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Around Campus, Events, Miscellaneous, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged About Fuqua, Case Studies, Classes, Collaborative Learning, Distinguished Speaker, First Year, India, Lifestyle, Marketing, Personal Insight, Program Format, School/Work/Life Balance, Strategy, Student Club, Teamwork, Technology
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A Day in My MBA Life
Before applying to B-school, I was told by many students how miserable their lives were because they were so busy and slept so little. Is it true? Let’s find out … here’s an agenda of one of my typical days: … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Around Campus, Careers, Events, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged About Fuqua, Classes, Communications, Cross-disciplinary, First Year, Industry Insight, Learning, Marketing, Net Impact Club, Personal Insight, Program Format, School/Work/Life Balance, Strategy, Student Club, Teamwork, Transformative Experience, Women in Business
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Concentrations: Which to Choose?
Concentrations are a funny thing: they are completely optional in most business schools. So, why should we choose one in the first place, and which one(s)? Particularly for prospective students, this may be a relevant question that could factor into … Continue reading
Impact Consulting in Africa
Needless to say, consulting is definitely a hot topic at business school! And I wanted to investigate the world of consulting for myself, but with a hands-on experience outside of an internship. Fortunately for me, this is a unique business … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Consulting, International, Social Entrepreneurship, Student Life
Tagged Classes, Client Consulting Practicum, Collaborative Learning, Community, Duke, Faculty, Fun, Fuqua Culture, Hands-on Experience, Industry Insight, Learning, Personal Growth, Personal Insight, Program Format, School/Work/Life Balance, Teamwork, Transformative Experience, Travel
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Time is Precious – That’s Why Fuqua Works for Me
Last November, I was still unsure of where I would end up for my MBA. I remember trying to find the best program for me. I remember sorting through pages upon pages of information on the web. I recall reading … Continue reading
