Duke Weekend Executive MBA Student Blog

Embarking on the Weekend Executive MBA program after a remarkably swift admissions experience was undeniably exhilarating.

The ability to work and study together on campus was an experience that was invaluable to my time in the program.

When I decided to go back to school for my MBA, I had three goals: improve my leadership skills, expand my knowledge of business, and meet new people.

Stepping foot onto the Duke campus for the first time is awe-inspiring. Even though we’re only there for the weekends, visiting such a beautiful and historic campus still leaves an impression on you.

As anyone who runs their own business knows, entrepreneurship ain’t easy! Your business takes over every single thought in your head from morning till night when you rest your precious little head on the pillow.

Is having a full-time job while getting an MBA difficult? Is being a single parent challenging? How about having a full-time job while getting an MBA and being a single parent all at the same time

The primary reason holding me back from plunging into an executive MBA program earlier than I did was my son.