Duke Daytime MBA Student Blog

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

It happened every time. Almost intuitively, as I walked into a packed room of investment banking prospects, I immediately knew exactly how many other women were present. You could usually count us on one hand.

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!”

“Is an MBA worth it” is one of the most searched keywords related to business school.

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.

Here are some of the key takeaways and my thoughts from the 2021 employment report on what’s behind the shifts and trends.  

I was curious but not sure about pursuing investment banking, until arriving at Fuqua.

The Fuqua Client Consulting Practicum (FCCP), was the perfect opportunity to learn more about the tech industry and a great way to build onto my existing skillset.

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.

European applicants have a lot to consider when applying to business school. We’ve put together a few pieces of advice for prospective students, and we hope this information will be helpful as you consider this next step in your life and career.