The Best MBA Internships in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles metro is a rich ground for MBAs who are seeking to pivot their career paths, learn new skill sets, and widen their networks via an internship. A recent survey by the UCLA Anderson School of Management shows a breakdown of the school’s summer 2016 MBA internships, with the largest percentages falling into the categories of technology, healthcare, real estate and energy consulting. Plentiful opportunities await also for MBAs seeking careers in multi-platform entertainment and retail. Continue reading…
UCLA Anderson’s Dean’s Speaker Series Hosts YouTube CEO
One of technology’s most influential leaders was the guest of honor at the UCLA Anderson School of Management’s Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series on February 11, 2016.
Dean Judy Olian hosted Susan Wojcicki, CEO of YouTube, who is a 1998 graduate of the Anderson School.
UCLA Anderson School of Management Launches Venture Accelerator
On Monday, January 25th, the UCLA Anderson School of Management made a great stride in entrepreneurship education through its launch of the Anderson Venture Accelerator Program.
The program will provide a venue for collaboration between students and professionals, and it will serve as an incubator for innovation not only at the university, but in the global marketplace as well.
Industry Spotlight: Los Angeles Entertainment Companies
If you’re thinking about heading to the Marshall School of Business at USC or the Paul Merge School of Business at the University of California for your MBA, then a career in the entertainment industry better be on your radar. Just as Philadelphia is known for its pharmaceuticals, LA is known for entertainment. Continue reading…
UCLA Anderson MBA Grad Wins Award for Life-Changing Technology
A recent graduate of the UCLA Anderson School of Management’s MBA program won $150,000 in seed money during a recent competition to support innovation in life sciences technology.
Derek Herrera, winner of the award, is the founder and CEO of Spinal Singularity. The company’s goal is to revolutionize the way in which people with paralysis, Alzheimer’s or dementia manage the side effect of neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
How to Survive the MBA Waitlist
So you worked hard. You took the GMAT and got a good score. You filled out an impeccable application with the best references you could find and the best essay you could write. And you had an interview that you thought went very well. Unfortunately, in spite of all your hard work, you received the dreaded email or phone call informing you that you’ve been waitlisted. Now what? Continue reading…
