Examples of How to Approach the 25 Random Things EssayDecember 28, 2020 --The MQM application can appear to be a very challenging task at first. But with a little help from this blog, hopefully you'll be off to a great start.
Here’s What Admissions Wants to See in Your MQM ApplicationNovember 17, 2020 --You want to make the most of your application so that you can join Team Fuqua, and I’m here to help guide you on how. First things first, it’s important to realize that Fuqua takes a very holistic approach to its admissions process.
Completing Our Capstone Project VirtuallyOctober 9, 2020 --We were at Harry’s Breakfast Pancakes in Myrtle Beach eating, when one of us read the news about Harvard moving virtual for the rest of its term because of the COVID-19 outbreak in...
A Data Challenge from Adobe and Major League BaseballAugust 4, 2020 --Last fall, I had the absolute honor of representing Fuqua and Duke as a finalist in the Adobe Analytics Challenge. I was flown out to Adobe’s headquarters in San Jose, California, to present our big ideas in front of a panel of judges and a live audience.
Where Do MQM Students Live?July 13, 2020 --Signing a lease for an apartment without seeing it, in a city you have never lived might sound like a daunting task and let me be honest with you, it is. So, here is the brief version of how I ended up staying where I did.
Shifting to Online Classes During the PandemicJune 9, 2020 --Now that we've graduated and most of my MQM classmates and I have entered our permanent vacations from academia, I can honestly say—I miss online classes.
Exploring West Coast Jobs During Fall BreakMay 15, 2020 --Last October, I spent a week in San Francisco during fall break and immersed myself in the Bay Area and its culture. It was a fantastic experience for a tech enthusiast like me and a great opportunity to learn more about West Coast jobs.
MQM Jobs Report: A Front Row ViewApril 10, 2020 --Each year we release a jobs report, which is a snapshot of where our graduates land. While I'm always proud to share where our students are going and how each is pursuing his or her goals, it's also a moment of reflection.
What Didn’t I Know Before Applying to FuquaFebruary 27, 2020 --I didn't know that everyone is alone together. hough that may sound a bit existential, I soon realized that I wasn’t the only one in the program who left everything behind to attend Duke in hopes of building a better life.
Visiting Campus as a Prospective StudentJanuary 29, 2020 --Scheduling a campus visit is a great opportunity to get to know more about Fuqua's culture. By immersing yourself in our community for a day, you will be able to talk face-to-face with current students, the admissions team, and likely even faculty members
How I Met My First and Closest Friends in the ProgramJanuary 24, 2020 --I got my acceptance from Fuqua in December 2018, and by the beginning of 2019, I had made up my mind about spending the next year of my life in Durham, North Carolina
Job Success Stories from the Class of 2019January 8, 2020 --In their first few months since graduating, Fuqua’s MQM: BA Class of 2019 graduates are already making an impact in their careers. We asked a few of our alumni to reflect on their job success stories
What It Takes to Be A Student LeaderNovember 21, 2019 --One popular opportunity is to serve as a student leader of the class in the MQM Association which is an integral part of the program experience
How to Demonstrate Academic Readiness in Your ApplicationNovember 5, 2019 --The first questions most prospective students ask are related to their academic readiness. So I’d like to share some tips that will help you prepare for applying to and attending business school.
25 Random Things About UsOctober 15, 2019 --If you're a prospective student, maybe you found yourself staring at the "25 Random Things About Yourself" essay prompt on the admission application, wondering where and how to start. It might seem a little tricky at first, so here are 25 random things about us to help you get into a groove
How to Connect with AdmissionsSeptember 16, 2019 --As a prospective student, it is important to connect with admissions and to be in touch with our department throughout your whole application process
Finding Another Home and Family at FuquaJuly 17, 2019 --I was born in Lahore, Pakistan, and my favorite part of traveling home is my mother’s food. A distinct smell of spices and vegetables emanates from her kitchen
What Differentiates the Forensics Track?June 10, 2019 --As a student who just graduated from the Forensics track, I want to share a few insights to help you understand more about it
My Favorite Study SpotsMay 23, 2019 --While a lot of studying can be done in the convenient Fuqua team rooms and library, I believe that it is important to venture beyond our walls and take advantage of the beautiful spots in Durham and the great things the larger Duke campus has to offer
Networking for Your Future CareerApril 30, 2019 --When you become a student at Fuqua, you’ll find an immediate connection to 22,000 enthusiastic and engaged Fuqua alumni, the majority of whom are willing to give their time and expertise to help you.
We’re Growing the MQM ProgramMarch 5, 2019 --There was a lot of excitement in 2016 when we announced the start of the Master of Quantitative Management: Business Analytics (MQM: BA) program. Since the launch, we have welcomed two classes and watched graduates take on exciting careers around the world.
The Value of Playing Intramural Sports at DukeFebruary 13, 2019 --Do you love sports? Are looking to have fun? Intramural sports is something you can get involved in right away as a student at Duke. The university’s athletics program is world-class, but you...
What Are MQM Extracurricular Activities Like?January 31, 2019 --Students in the MQM: BA program are not only academically driven, but also bring a wealth of extracurricular experience and talent to the program. At Fuqua, almost all of the extracurricular activities and...
Employment Outcomes of the Inaugural ClassJanuary 11, 2019 --With the final employment data in for the inaugural class of the Master of Quantitative Management: Business Analytics program, their career outcomes reveal how successful this cohort has been. These 2018 graduates put...
How My Forensics Track Experience Helps Me in My JobDecember 14, 2018 --As I was applying to Fuqua’s MQM program and doing my initial research, I didn’t have a great idea of what forensics was. However, of the four functional tracks offered in the program,...
How I Use My Finance Track Experience in My JobDecember 3, 2018 --When I was considering graduate school, I was looking at both finance and data analytics programs. When I found Fuqua’s MQM program and realized I could get a great data analytics education while...
How the Marketing Track Prepared Me for My CareerDecember 3, 2018 --During my time as a Fuqua student in the MQM: BA Marketing track, much of my coursework focused on the customer—such as my favorite class, Customer Relationship Management. In this class, we took...
How the MQM Strategy Track Helps Me In My Job At AmazonDecember 3, 2018 --I have always been interested in operations—so much so that I majored in transportation and logistics management in undergrad. When I enrolled in Fuqua’s MQM: Business Analytics program, my goal was to combine...
Our 25 Random ThingsNovember 29, 2018 --As a prospective MQM student, the “25 Random Things About Yourself” application essay can look a bit intimidating at first. However, if you follow these tips from Admissions and approach it with the...
Feeling Welcomed by Fuqua and Its CommunityOctober 29, 2018 --Since emigrating from Pakistan to the U.S. two years ago, I’ve met hundreds of new people and made great new friends. However, before Fuqua, I always craved having a community that I could...
How Fuqua Welcomes and Supports Our International StudentsOctober 15, 2018 --At Fuqua, we wholeheartedly believe our community grows stronger as our diversity increases. Thus, we intentionally seek to build a diverse student population—one that’s truly representative across experiences, backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, nationalities, citizenships,...
My Favorite MQM ExperienceSeptember 4, 2018 --What’s my favorite MQM experience? That’s a tough question! Looking back, I have so many amazing moments to reflect on. It’s difficult to pick just one. However, my experience at Fuqua was truly unforgettable....
Your MQM FAQs AnsweredAugust 28, 2018 --Prospective students ask a lot of good questions about what our program is like. So to help share some insight on the student experience, here are some MQM FAQs: How much time do...
Don’t Let the Job Search Scare YouJuly 19, 2018 --Three frightening words—the job search. Those words made me so anxious throughout my time as a Master of Quantitative Management student. I knew that I had to ‘own’ my career search. After all,...
Student Diversity on Display at Multicultural EventsJune 12, 2018 --India/Pakistan Independence Day Because Fuqua does so much to encourage diversity, my friend Karan and I felt inspired to put on this event. About a month into our MQM program, we began to...
Frustration to Euphoria: The Hackathon ExperienceJune 11, 2018 --Even though I’ve been playing sports since I was five, I didn’t truly understand the importance of teamwork until I attempted to compete in a hackathon solo. There’s nothing more demoralizing than staring...
Fun Events Help Relieve Business School StressMay 24, 2018 --When I start any adventure, the memories about my first impressions and thoughts are often a bit blurry because I usually get overexcited and try to pay attention to everything around me, with...
The Importance of Teams in the MQM ProgramApril 24, 2018 --On January 17th, the day had come at last—Team Changeover. I was sad to leave my original learning team members, with whom I’d been working for the previous five months. But at the...
What is Team Fuqua?April 9, 2018 --Team Fuqua. It’s a term you constantly hear in our community. Ask for a definition and a hundred people will tell you a hundred stories to illustrate what it means to them. Synthesizing...
The Career Search: It’s Called a “Job Hunt” for a ReasonApril 6, 2018 --As associate director for MQM: BA in Fuqua’s Career Management Center (CMC), I understand the job market is a competitive place. It’s also an expansive realm with opportunities that fit each individual student’s...
My Experience as Marketing Club PresidentFebruary 23, 2018 --Upon starting my journey in Fuqua’s MQM program, I was certain that I wanted to be heavily involved in the school community. I was starting the program fresh out of undergrad, and I...
How Fuqua is Transforming Me Into a Better PersonFebruary 22, 2018 --One week into the program, I asked myself whether I made the right choice by coming to Fuqua and joining the new MQM program. A couple of months earlier, I had rejected four...
Breaking Down the Data: A Case CompetitionFebruary 20, 2018 --Over the month-long winter break, MQM students took the opportunity to practice their data analytics skills during the Winter Data Competition. This optional experiential learning event allowed participants to dig deep into data, discover...
Adjusting from Work Life to Student LifeFebruary 19, 2018 --When I made the decision to go to grad school, I remember thinking to myself that I was going to have a lot more free time. Being in the workforce for three years prior...
Bonding Through Extracurricular ActivitiesFebruary 19, 2018 --Never would I have thought this brief, one-year encounter with Fuqua would be so personal and profound. Beginning early in the MQM program, a series of team building events made one thing clear—we would...
3 Great Spots for Brunch in DurhamDecember 14, 2017 --The coursework at Fuqua is rigorous, and as a student you’ll often be worn down from the many assignments and teamwork during the week. So you might find yourself wanting to sleep late on...
Tips on Writing Your ’25 Things’ EssayDecember 13, 2017 --If you've taken a look at an application for any of the programs we offer at Duke's Fuqua School of Business, then a unique essay prompt has likely caught your eye
The MQM Experience: Transformation to a Data ProfessionalDecember 8, 2017 --Diverse and Strong Peers The Masters of Quantitative Management: Business Analytics program provides a diverse environment. Every day, in class or just in casual chats, I learn new things from people with different...
8 Tips to Ace Your Admissions InterviewDecember 1, 2017 --You worked hard to present your best self to the admissions committee through your MQM application. You spent hours studying for exams, drafting meaningful essays, refining your resume, and working with professors and...
My Progressive Transformation During the ProgramNovember 26, 2017 --Our MQM orientation in July was all about the idea of “progressive transformation,” delivered by Assistant Dean Jeremy Petranka. I remember thinking to myself, is this actually going to happen? Is this more of...
How to Engage as a Prospective MQM StudentNovember 21, 2017 --In admissions, we often say that Fuqua’s unique culture is best experienced interpersonally. We strongly believe that interacting with admissions officers, students, faculty, or alumni is the ideal way for you to determine...
Why I Enrolled in MQMNovember 20, 2017 --Why did I decide to enroll at Duke University? My answer is simple. The Fuqua School of Business is one of the best business schools in the world, and I truly believed that...
Examples of How to Approach the 25 Random Things Essay December 28, 2020 - - The MQM application can appear to be a very challenging task at first. But with a little help from this blog, hopefully you'll be off to a great start.
Here’s What Admissions Wants to See in Your MQM Application November 17, 2020 - - You want to make the most of your application so that you can join Team Fuqua, and I’m here to help guide you on how. First things first, it’s important to realize that Fuqua takes a very holistic approach to its admissions process. 
Completing Our Capstone Project Virtually October 9, 2020 - - We were at Harry’s Breakfast Pancakes in Myrtle Beach eating, when one of us read the news about Harvard moving virtual for the rest of its term because of the COVID-19 outbreak in...
A Data Challenge from Adobe and Major League Baseball August 4, 2020 - - Last fall, I had the absolute honor of representing Fuqua and Duke as a finalist in the Adobe Analytics Challenge. I was flown out to Adobe’s headquarters in San Jose, California, to present our big ideas in front of a panel of judges and a live audience.
Where Do MQM Students Live? July 13, 2020 - - Signing a lease for an apartment without seeing it, in a city you have never lived might sound like a daunting task and let me be honest with you, it is. So, here is the brief version of how I ended up staying where I did.
Shifting to Online Classes During the Pandemic June 9, 2020 - - Now that we've graduated and most of my MQM classmates and I have entered our permanent vacations from academia, I can honestly say—I miss online classes.
Exploring West Coast Jobs During Fall Break May 15, 2020 - - Last October, I spent a week in San Francisco during fall break and immersed myself in the Bay Area and its culture. It was a fantastic experience for a tech enthusiast like me and a great opportunity to learn more about West Coast jobs.
MQM Jobs Report: A Front Row View April 10, 2020 - - Each year we release a jobs report, which is a snapshot of where our graduates land. While I'm always proud to share where our students are going and how each is pursuing his or her goals, it's also a moment of reflection. 
What Didn’t I Know Before Applying to Fuqua February 27, 2020 - - I didn't know that everyone is alone together. hough that may sound a bit existential, I soon realized that I wasn’t the only one in the program who left everything behind to attend Duke in hopes of building a better life.
Visiting Campus as a Prospective Student January 29, 2020 - - Scheduling a campus visit is a great opportunity to get to know more about Fuqua's culture. By immersing yourself in our community for a day, you will be able to talk face-to-face with current students, the admissions team, and likely even faculty members
How I Met My First and Closest Friends in the Program January 24, 2020 - - I got my acceptance from Fuqua in December 2018, and by the beginning of 2019, I had made up my mind about spending the next year of my life in Durham, North Carolina
Job Success Stories from the Class of 2019 January 8, 2020 - - In their first few months since graduating, Fuqua’s MQM: BA Class of 2019 graduates are already making an impact in their careers. We asked a few of our alumni to reflect on their job success stories
What It Takes to Be A Student Leader November 21, 2019 - - One popular opportunity is to serve as a student leader of the class in the MQM Association which is an integral part of the program experience
How to Demonstrate Academic Readiness in Your Application November 5, 2019 - - The first questions most prospective students ask are related to their academic readiness. So I’d like to share some tips that will help you prepare for applying to and attending business school.
25 Random Things About Us October 15, 2019 - - If you're a prospective student, maybe you found yourself staring at the "25 Random Things About Yourself" essay prompt on the admission application, wondering where and how to start. It might seem a little tricky at first, so here are 25 random things about us to help you get into a groove
How to Connect with Admissions September 16, 2019 - - As a prospective student, it is important to connect with admissions and to be in touch with our department throughout your whole application process
Finding Another Home and Family at Fuqua July 17, 2019 - - I was born in Lahore, Pakistan, and my favorite part of traveling home is my mother’s food. A distinct smell of spices and vegetables emanates from her kitchen
What Differentiates the Forensics Track? June 10, 2019 - - As a student who just graduated from the Forensics track, I want to share a few insights to help you understand more about it
My Favorite Study Spots May 23, 2019 - - While a lot of studying can be done in the convenient Fuqua team rooms and library, I believe that it is important to venture beyond our walls and take advantage of the beautiful spots in Durham and the great things the larger Duke campus has to offer
Networking for Your Future Career April 30, 2019 - - When you become a student at Fuqua, you’ll find an immediate connection to 22,000 enthusiastic and engaged Fuqua alumni, the majority of whom are willing to give their time and expertise to help you.
We’re Growing the MQM Program March 5, 2019 - - There was a lot of excitement in 2016 when we announced the start of the Master of Quantitative Management: Business Analytics (MQM: BA) program. Since the launch, we have welcomed two classes and watched graduates take on exciting careers around the world.
The Value of Playing Intramural Sports at Duke February 13, 2019 - - Do you love sports? Are looking to have fun? Intramural sports is something you can get involved in right away as a student at Duke. The university’s athletics program is world-class, but you...
What Are MQM Extracurricular Activities Like? January 31, 2019 - - Students in the MQM: BA program are not only academically driven, but also bring a wealth of extracurricular experience and talent to the program. At Fuqua, almost all of the extracurricular activities and...
Employment Outcomes of the Inaugural Class January 11, 2019 - - With the final employment data in for the inaugural class of the Master of Quantitative Management: Business Analytics program, their career outcomes reveal how successful this cohort has been. These 2018 graduates put...
How My Forensics Track Experience Helps Me in My Job December 14, 2018 - - As I was applying to Fuqua’s MQM program and doing my initial research, I didn’t have a great idea of what forensics was. However, of the four functional tracks offered in the program,...
How I Use My Finance Track Experience in My Job December 3, 2018 - - When I was considering graduate school, I was looking at both finance and data analytics programs. When I found Fuqua’s MQM program and realized I could get a great data analytics education while...
How the Marketing Track Prepared Me for My Career December 3, 2018 - - During my time as a Fuqua student in the MQM: BA Marketing track, much of my coursework focused on the customer—such as my favorite class, Customer Relationship Management. In this class, we took...
How the MQM Strategy Track Helps Me In My Job At Amazon December 3, 2018 - - I have always been interested in operations—so much so that I majored in transportation and logistics management in undergrad. When I enrolled in Fuqua’s MQM: Business Analytics program, my goal was to combine...
Our 25 Random Things November 29, 2018 - - As a prospective MQM student, the “25 Random Things About Yourself” application essay can look a bit intimidating at first. However, if you follow these tips from Admissions and approach it with the...
Feeling Welcomed by Fuqua and Its Community October 29, 2018 - - Since emigrating from Pakistan to the U.S. two years ago, I’ve met hundreds of new people and made great new friends. However, before Fuqua, I always craved having a community that I could...
How Fuqua Welcomes and Supports Our International Students October 15, 2018 - - At Fuqua, we wholeheartedly believe our community grows stronger as our diversity increases. Thus, we intentionally seek to build a diverse student population—one that’s truly representative across experiences, backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, nationalities, citizenships,...
My Favorite MQM Experience September 4, 2018 - - What’s my favorite MQM experience? That’s a tough question! Looking back, I have so many amazing moments to reflect on. It’s difficult to pick just one. However, my experience at Fuqua was truly unforgettable....
Your MQM FAQs Answered August 28, 2018 - - Prospective students ask a lot of good questions about what our program is like. So to help share some insight on the student experience, here are some MQM FAQs: How much time do...
Don’t Let the Job Search Scare You July 19, 2018 - - Three frightening words—the job search. Those words made me so anxious throughout my time as a Master of Quantitative Management student. I knew that I had to ‘own’ my career search. After all,...
Student Diversity on Display at Multicultural Events June 12, 2018 - - India/Pakistan Independence Day Because Fuqua does so much to encourage diversity, my friend Karan and I felt inspired to put on this event. About a month into our MQM program, we began to...
Frustration to Euphoria: The Hackathon Experience June 11, 2018 - - Even though I’ve been playing sports since I was five, I didn’t truly understand the importance of teamwork until I attempted to compete in a hackathon solo. There’s nothing more demoralizing than staring...
Fun Events Help Relieve Business School Stress May 24, 2018 - - When I start any adventure, the memories about my first impressions and thoughts are often a bit blurry because I usually get overexcited and try to pay attention to everything around me, with...
The Importance of Teams in the MQM Program April 24, 2018 - - On January 17th, the day had come at last—Team Changeover. I was sad to leave my original learning team members, with whom I’d been working for the previous five months. But at the...
What is Team Fuqua? April 9, 2018 - - Team Fuqua. It’s a term you constantly hear in our community. Ask for a definition and a hundred people will tell you a hundred stories to illustrate what it means to them. Synthesizing...
The Career Search: It’s Called a “Job Hunt” for a Reason April 6, 2018 - - As associate director for MQM: BA in Fuqua’s Career Management Center (CMC), I understand the job market is a competitive place. It’s also an expansive realm with opportunities that fit each individual student’s...
My Experience as Marketing Club President February 23, 2018 - - Upon starting my journey in Fuqua’s MQM program, I was certain that I wanted to be heavily involved in the school community. I was starting the program fresh out of undergrad, and I...
How Fuqua is Transforming Me Into a Better Person February 22, 2018 - - One week into the program, I asked myself whether I made the right choice by coming to Fuqua and joining the new MQM program. A couple of months earlier, I had rejected four...
Breaking Down the Data: A Case Competition February 20, 2018 - - Over the month-long winter break, MQM students took the opportunity to practice their data analytics skills during the Winter Data Competition. This optional experiential learning event allowed participants to dig deep into data, discover...
Adjusting from Work Life to Student Life February 19, 2018 - - When I made the decision to go to grad school, I remember thinking to myself that I was going to have a lot more free time. Being in the workforce for three years prior...
Bonding Through Extracurricular Activities February 19, 2018 - - Never would I have thought this brief, one-year encounter with Fuqua would be so personal and profound. Beginning early in the MQM program, a series of team building events made one thing clear—we would...
3 Great Spots for Brunch in Durham December 14, 2017 - - The coursework at Fuqua is rigorous, and as a student you’ll often be worn down from the many assignments and teamwork during the week. So you might find yourself wanting to sleep late on...
Tips on Writing Your ’25 Things’ Essay December 13, 2017 - - If you've taken a look at an application for any of the programs we offer at Duke's Fuqua School of Business, then a unique essay prompt has likely caught your eye
The MQM Experience: Transformation to a Data Professional December 8, 2017 - - Diverse and Strong Peers The Masters of Quantitative Management: Business Analytics program provides a diverse environment. Every day, in class or just in casual chats, I learn new things from people with different...
8 Tips to Ace Your Admissions Interview December 1, 2017 - - You worked hard to present your best self to the admissions committee through your MQM application. You spent hours studying for exams, drafting meaningful essays, refining your resume, and working with professors and...
My Progressive Transformation During the Program November 26, 2017 - - Our MQM orientation in July was all about the idea of “progressive transformation,” delivered by Assistant Dean Jeremy Petranka. I remember thinking to myself, is this actually going to happen? Is this more of...
How to Engage as a Prospective MQM Student November 21, 2017 - - In admissions, we often say that Fuqua’s unique culture is best experienced interpersonally. We strongly believe that interacting with admissions officers, students, faculty, or alumni is the ideal way for you to determine...
Why I Enrolled in MQM November 20, 2017 - - Why did I decide to enroll at Duke University? My answer is simple. The Fuqua School of Business is one of the best business schools in the world, and I truly believed that...