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Building and Supporting a Globally Connected Community
At Fuqua, we strive to create a community that reflects the world’s rich diversity of cultures, experiences, and perspectives.
What Admissions Looks for in an MMS Application
Fuqua takes a very holistic approach to its admissions process, which makes each new year feel exciting and fresh.
How We Approached Our 25 Random Things Essays
The “25 Random Things” essay offers applicants an opportunity to step back from all of that to think about what they value most about themselves.
10 Ways to Maximize Your Admissions Interview
The admission interview is a critical component of how we get to know candidates for the MMS program.
Popular Posts
The Best Restaurants in Durham
When looking into graduate school options, one does not usually take into account the caliber of the area’s food. However, when looking at Duke, food should definitely factor into your decision!
From the Court to the Classroom: The “Fist” Team Analogy
Coach K uses the analogy of a “fist” to explain effective teamwork. Each finger represents a member of the team.
What I Learned from My Team Members
Maybe you have heard about one Chinese philosopher’s saying – ‘三人行，必有我师’ which means that when three people are on a journey, there must be one teacher. With this in mind, there is always something to learn from your team members
Finding Your Passion
Experiences that help you figure out your career journey
Working at the Intersection of Business and Climate
While exploring climate-focused consulting projects, I discovered a deep passion for sustainability, particularly the power of carbon markets to drive change.
Expanding My Boutique Bourbon Venture in the Classroom
What began as a personal passion project has grown into a full-fledged business, supported by the skills and community I found at Fuqua.
Navigating Team Dynamics in a Real Client Setting
A combination of support and initiative from our client gave this project depth and direction, helping me gain the confidence to engage with professionals, ask better questions, and approach problems with a more practical mindset.
At Home at Fuqua
People from around the world, thriving in an environment with differing viewpoints
Embracing Team Fuqua Across Continents
I am genuinely impressed by how Fuqua’s community-focused approach quickly transformed a diverse group of individuals into a close-knit cohort and supportive friends.
How Teamwork Challenged and Expanded My Perspective
On my very first day at Fuqua, I had the opportunity to meet my four incredible teammates, each bringing unique perspectives from around the world.
