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Here’s Why Location Gives Schools Like Duke an Edge
As an alumnus, the question I get asked most by prospective MBA students is whether attending Duke, in medium-sized Durham, North Carolina, will put them at a disadvantage.
What to Do and Where to Go in Durham
before the two years vanish between the rush of the classes, the employer events and the numerous events at Fuqua, here are some tips that will help you explore the “Bull City” to the fullest.
How Learning to Lean on My Fuqua Community Made Me A Better Leader
It was Fuqua that helped me mature. I feel not only prepared but excited for the next chapter.
From a Marching Band to Fuqua, How I Learned to Value Teams
After being away from the university environment for five years, I missed that feeling of being a part of something greater than myself.
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Examples of Our 25 Random Things
If you're a prospective student reading this blog, chances are you're already aware of the "25 Random Things" essay that is part of the application. But how should you approach writing it? Here are some examples from our essays that might help spark some of your own ideas
25 Interesting Facts About Me
To give you a better idea of how you might respond to Fuqua's application question, here’s my list of 25 Random Things.
What is Team Fuqua?
Team Fuqua. It’s a term you constantly hear in our community. Ask for a definition and a hundred people will tell you a hundred stories to illustrate what it means to them.
How to Tell Your Company You’re Going Back to School
How you approach this conversation about going back to school depends largely on your work dynamic.
Inside Fuqua
Advice to help you through the application process
Five Pieces of Advice for Admitted Fuqua Students
The more you’re aware of what Fuqua has in store for you, the better prepared you’ll be.
4 Myths About Applying to Fuqua in Round 3
Round 3 is inherently a smaller round and we know it’s also one that people are often warned away from. We want to dispel some of its associated myths and misconceptions.
3 Things That Can Get You Admitted from the Waitlist
As someone who works closely with our waitlist applicants, I can understand the dismay and uncertainty you may feel. But know a waitlist decision is not the end of the road.
Getting the Job
Experiences that develop diverse skills and relationships
The Duke MBA Marketing Club: More Than Just Professional Advice
At Fuqua, there's no shortage of avenues for support when it comes to academics, career, and new opportunities to stretch yourself. The Duke MBA Marketing Club is a great example.
Startups, Venture Capital, and Entrepreneurship—Helping Build a Wide Variety of Business Skills
Within Fuqua’s Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital Club, we are focused on so much more than just that stereotypical tech entrepreneur (though we have some of those, too).
My Journey in Investment Banking Recruiting
I was curious but not sure about pursuing investment banking, until arriving at Fuqua.