Duke MSQM Student Blog

Beginning this program meant dealing with the unknown and uncertainty.

MSQM taught me to analyze problems, choose the best option from a range of imperfect tools, and execute it, even if it’s outside my comfort zone.

If you are considering this program and already have professional experience in a related field, do not count that as a reason to skip it. Count it as the reason it will be worth it.

I am testing my comfort zone to grow in analytics, knowing that when I hang up my uniform, I will be ready for whatever comes next.

From the outside, navigating veterans' education benefits can seem like a complicated process.

To drive meaningful improvements in patient outcomes and operational efficiency, it’s essential not only to understand data but to synthesize and apply it effectively.

I wanted to deepen my technical skills while keeping a strong focus on business management, and the MSQM: Business Analytics degree at Fuqua felt like the perfect program for gaining a competitive advantage that aligned with my career goals.

Deciding to apply is no small feat, especially when balancing a packed schedule, a full-time career, and personal responsibilities.

Over the course of 20 years, I held various leadership roles such as team leader, manager, and service coordinator, giving me deep insight into the health care system.

Our financial aid office works hard to ensure that resources are transparent, personalized, and inclusive of all students, regardless of their background or citizenship.