Social Struggles of an MBA
Folks who are going back to business school for their MBA degree have more than just complex coursework ahead of them — many prospective MBAs face plenty of social struggles as well, in addition to the challenges of earning their degree.
Whether your particular program is full-time or part-time, in-person or online, you will soon be facing new challenges, some expected, others not. One thing is for sure, though — despite feeling a bit overwhelming at times, seeking your degree will be an exciting process. Continue reading…
Lerner College of Business to Host Women in Business Summit
The Alfred Lerner College of Business of the University of Delaware hosted its first Women in Business Summit on April 21, 2016.
The event, organized by the Office of Development and Alumni Relations, addressed gender equality both in the corporate workforce and in various stages of business education.
Marketing to Women Expert to Speak at Drucker School International Conference
A Claremont Graduate University Drucker School of Management professor will be a lead panelist at the upcoming M2W® Marketing to Women Conference on May 2-3, 2016.
Professor Jenny Darroch is an accomplished scholar in the field of knowledge management and the author of Why Marketing to Women Doesn’t Work.
Industry Spotlight: Chicago Professional and Business Services
The nation is rebounding pretty well from the last recession and positive employment rates support that notion. According to Crain’s Chicago Business, the Windy City’s economy is charging ahead, especially in the professional and business services sector.
In fact, recent figures showed that a huge number of new jobs in Illinois reflected an increase in employment in professions such as auditing, consulting and architecture. What’s this sector all about, and how does it fit into the Chicago Metro? We’ll discuss.
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Venture Creation Thrives with a Berkeley Haas MBA
MBAs from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley (Berkeley Haas) have ideal access to the hub of entrepreneurship and venture creation that continues to thrive in the Bay Area.
Last year, a record number of both full-time MBA students and those in the first cohort of the executive program launched their own businesses, opting out of the pursuit of traditional employment.
LBS MBA Creates Weather Prediction Tool for African Farmers
London Business School’s (LBS) MBA program is home to various launch points for social impact ventures, in particular through the Global Social Venture Competition.
MBA student Tom Vanneste participated in last year’s competition with his venture Kukua, which provides rural farmers in Africa with a weather prediction tool.
