Duke Fuqua
Daytime MBA Class of 2028Welcome to Team Fuqua!
Congratulations on being admitted to the Class of 2028. We are thrilled to welcome you as you begin this incredible journey!
We’ve gathered reflections, tips, and personal stories from our students to give you a glimpse into the Fuqua experience. As you prepare for what’s next, we encourage you to refer to this collection as a guide for insight and inspiration. We can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll achieve at Fuqua and beyond.
Letter to the Incoming Student: 5 Lessons That Shaped My Fuqua Experience
Fuqua, through its focus on decency and its system for rewarding the portrayal of selected values, makes us all want to do more and be more.
Fuqua as a Launching Pad
Fuqua truly has everything you need to launch your career, grow into yourself, and realize your goals.
Embracing Diversity in All Forms
I’m so grateful for everything Fuqua has given me — new friends, new experiences, and a much bigger, more colorful world.
AI: Friend or Foe? Lessons From Life After Fuqua
Before AI became critical to my work, Fuqua had already taught me a lot about leadership, patience, failure, and resilience.
Fall in Love with Durham
What We Enjoy Most About Living in Durham
The Bull City is a flexible environment that meets the evolving needs of Fuqua’s diverse community.
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.
Deciding Where To Live
From the bustling energy of a downtown district to the convenience and walkability of neighborhoods near campus, there are many options for students to consider.
Supporting Your Team
Finding My Path as an MBA Partner: Community, Growth, and Belonging at Fuqua
Whether you’re an international partner or a domestic one, moving to Durham can feel like a tough decision for many.
What Starting My MBA as a New Mom Taught Me About Grit, Growth, and Team Fuqua
Through the exhaustion, anxiety, and uncertainty, I found strength, growth, and community.
How Team Fuqua Assisted My Family’s International Move
Moving from China to the U.S. was a big step for us, especially with two little kids.
Your Career Co-Pilots
How Fuqua MBAs Thrive Across Industries
At Fuqua, our belief that every student deserves meaningful work shapes how we teach, how we build community, and how we support students through the job search and beyond.
Testing My Global Mindset With an Immersive Tech Consulting Experience
This opportunity was a pivotal experience to leverage my global professional background and test my career ambitions in an impactful, real-world context.
My Journey from a Nuclear Submarine to Private Wealth Management
When I left the U.S. Navy after five years as a nuclear submarine officer, I wasn’t entirely sure what the next chapter would look like.