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The Benefits of Pursuing a Dual Degree
I’m now a first-year MBA student but in the second year of my dual degree program, and I can say, unequivocally, that I made the right decision.
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How Attending COP28 in Dubai Reinforced My Fuqua Learnings
I never imagined that my time at Duke would end with talking about pressing climate issues with the president of a major energy company, a U.S. senator, and the CEO of a climate accelerator all in one week.
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From Food to Entertainment: My Guide to a Weekend in Durham
Durham is a culturally rich and diverse place, and I'm surprised by the new construction, businesses and restaurants I've seen pop up around the city.
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How Fuqua Helped Me Pivot into Brand Management
Reflecting back on my recruiting journey so far, I am extremely grateful for the endless support I’ve received and the abundant opportunities Fuqua has given me to pursue my career goals.
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From Awestruck Climate Outsider to Decarbonization Practitioner
Fuqua's energy community equipped me with knowledge and confidence, propelling me to a position of influence that I expected to spend my entire career attempting to reach.
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My Path to McKinsey: Cracking the Interview
Now that I had established consulting as my clear recruiting direction, I decided to work diligently on three fronts related to the interview process: case interviews, behavioral interviews, and mental preparedness.
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My Path to McKinsey: Discovering Consulting
When I got my admission to Fuqua, I was not even considering becoming a consultant. To be honest, I did not even know what a consultant does.
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Feeling Supported During an Exciting and Challenging Term
No matter where you are on the rollercoaster ride of an MBA, the Fuqua community is always there to support you.
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Staying in Touch With Admissions While on the Waitlist
Applicants on the waitlist can (and should) interact with the admissions office in a variety of ways.
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Why We’re Proud of Our Recent MBA Graduates’ Career Outcomes and Record Salaries
Despite challenging circumstances, our graduates have enjoyed well-deserved success—both in traditional compensation and in quality of life measures.