Tag Archives: Communications

Succeeding in a National Marketing Competition

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Student Guest

Throughout the summer and fall terms, several case competitions were hosted at Fuqua (e.g. with Accenture — read a previous blog post about it). Yet, I was wondering whether a competition existed that was more specifically tailored toward solving marketing … Continue reading →








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Overcoming Stage Fright

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Courtney Starzer

When I was little, I had severe stage fright. We’re talking SEVERE. For example, when I was just 3 years old, I marched up to my dance instructor, an intimidating former Rockette, and informed her that I wouldn’t be performing … Continue reading →








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Internships Pay Off in More Ways than One

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Lily Shabani

So, you know what an internship is. You may have even done one or two over the years. But, what about a winternship? These are internships that Fuqua’s Career Management Center (CMC) sets up for students to complete over their … Continue reading →








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Application Tips from Admissions Officers

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Anu Kumar

It’s application time for the MMS program, with the Round 3 application deadline on March 6. As an Admissions Ambassador, I’m often in contact with those involved in the admissions process, so I thought I’d see if they have any … Continue reading →








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Beneficial Career Prep Courses

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Chike Ohayia

The MMS program is known for its distinguished group of professors, but one of the many things that are less noticed are the pre-professional programs offered. Two events in particular are Training the Street and Crack the Case. These career … Continue reading →








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Thinking about Applying to MMS?

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Courtney Starzer

Application season for next year’s MMS class is in full swing! The next application deadline is January 24, and as an Admissions Ambassador, I’m very excited to start answering questions about the program. For those of you who are thinking … Continue reading →








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Language Resources for International Students

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Wenjia Wu

Six months ago I came to the United States for the first time. Clutching a long to-do list, I was thrilled and nervous. But soon I realized how much help was available. For example, the Fuqua Language Institute and International … Continue reading →








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My First Duke Basketball Experience

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Wenjia Wu

When people think of Duke, usually the first thing that comes to mind is basketball. How exciting would it be to play with former Duke basketball players? I found out on Team Changeover Day. On this particular day, at the … Continue reading →








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The MMS Marketing Club at Your Service

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Wenjia Wu

Being a vice president of the MMS Marketing Club has been exciting and challenging for me. I am responsible for communications, i.e. releasing a weekly newsletter, maintaining the club’s blog and Facebook group, gathering information from various resources and communicating … Continue reading →








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Language Institute Teaches More than English

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Wenjia Wu

For the first time this summer, MMS students attended the Fuqua Language Institute with MBA students. All participants were incoming international students who had not spent significant time in the United States. The institute was a mandatory pre-term program for … Continue reading →








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