Knowing I needed an MBA to take things to the next level, Fuqua best represented what I valued: teamwork, humility, and leadership.

Every student interested in technology asks the same question: “Should I have a tech background to work in the industry?” And the answer is “No!”

I had no idea how to translate my skillset from the military to the corporate world and felt that an MBA would best allow me to bridge that gap.

I knew that the prospect of landing a career in venture capital (VC) was risky, given the limited job openings but it was a risk I was ready to take.

Getting your MBA provides an opportunity to explore different interests and build on existing skills. The challenge is weighing the desire to be busy and explore new opportunities with maintaining a healthy balance in your life.

When I was a prospective student, I remember reading marketing materials about Fuqua. Now that I have graduated, I have seen how the elements of that content have been brought to life.

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.