Service, Strategy, and Success: The Veteran's Advantage in the UC Davis MBA
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Service, Strategy, and Success: The Veteran's Advantage in the UC Davis MBA

My MBA journey as an U.S. Coast Guardsman

A top 5 Military Friendly grad school, UC Davis offers best-in-class support for veterans and those on active duty. Full-Time MBA Andrew Collins, a U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant, shares about the collaborative spirit, skill building and hands-on learning similar to his service experiences.

The Fashom Project: Customizing an AI Chatbot for E-Commerce
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The Fashom Project: Customizing an AI Chatbot for E-Commerce

Overview of the MSBA year-long practicum project

Elevate your data analytics and communications skills by collaborating with clients like Fashom, an online fashion retailer. Alum Rohit Desai shares how his team created an AI solution during the year-long practicum project.

Collaboration for Change: UC Davis MBAs Partner with Hui International to Expand Family Support
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Collaboration for Change: UC Davis MBAs Partner with Hui International to Expand Family Support

“Leveraging student expertise for societal good”

Doing well by doing good is part of our mantra. Student teams often partner with mission-driven non-profits to expand their impact. Sacramento MBA Tom Garberson blogs about helping Hui sustainably reach more families with its wellbeing programs.

My MBA Internship: From Market Analysis to Sustainable Innovation
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My MBA Internship: From Market Analysis to Sustainable Innovation

Mining data to develop strategic business solutions at SCJ Lifestyle Brands

Full-Time MBA student Simrun Bhandal shares how she leveraged data, strategic thinking, and her communication skills to drive innovation and sustainability at her CPG internship at SC Johnson.

From Baby Boomers to Gen Z: Exploring Generational Perspectives at Work
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From Baby Boomers to Gen Z: Exploring Generational Perspectives at Work

Key takeaways as an organizer of Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit

Sacramento MBA Ryan Advincula recaps Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit—which he helped organize—featuring sessions led by classmates and faculty on workplace evolution, personal branding, and stereotypes.

UC Davis Helped Me Become a Silicon Valley Communications Leader 
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UC Davis Helped Me Become a Silicon Valley Communications Leader 

“Setting the gold standard for student success”

Double Aggie Taylor Stanton says his undergrad degree and Bay Area MBA propelled his Silicon Valley communications career forward. He coins it the “Davis Difference,” an action-oriented mindset to tackle any personal and professional goal.

What’s it Like Interning at a Trailblazing Food Tech Startup?
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What’s it Like Interning at a Trailblazing Food Tech Startup?

My MBA skills opened several doors at TurtleTree

Minh Nguyen shares how his MBA at UC Davis and his food science background led him to a unique role on TurtleTree’s product team. Discover how taking risks in his career opened doors to innovative food tech and sustainability.

My Court-Side Insights Interning for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings
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My Court-Side Insights Interning for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings

Developing skills in tech inventory and operations management

Full-time MBA student Ravi Teja Viswavarapu blogs about his summer internship with the NBA’s Sacramento Kings, putting his MBA skills into play and gaining career-changing experience in tech inventory and operations.

MPAc Alumna Prepares for Future at PwC
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MPAc Alumna Prepares for Future at PwC

Diana Tran earned a major scholarship and Big 4 job offer before MPAc started

Alumna Diana Tran highlights how the MPAc program enhanced her technical skills, including data analytics, and interpersonal skills, such as presentations and teamwork, effectively preparing her for her role at PwC.

Beyond Smartphones: MBA Team Explores BlackBerry's Future Potential
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Beyond Smartphones: MBA Team Explores BlackBerry's Future Potential

Recommending cybersecurity technologies and sustainable smart city solutions

Recent Full-Time MBA grad Yash Asthana shares the challenges and satisfaction of leading a UC Davis team project to develop cybersecurity and smart city solutions for corporate client BlackBerry.

“Data is the New Oil”
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“Data is the New Oil”

MSBA becomes my pipeline to mastering analytics

MSBA alumna Yuna Kim highlights her transformation through the hands-on practicum project for a leading healthcare provider and taking second place in the Aggie Hackathon.

Biotechnology Industry Immersion: Executives Mentor MBAs
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Biotechnology Industry Immersion: Executives Mentor MBAs

Q&A with Genentech Executive Sunita Dhar

Gain insights from Sunita Dhar, Genentech’s executive medical group director and member of the Biotechnology Advisory Council of our Industry Immersion program. She discusses mentorship, industry roles, and leadership development in our Q&A.

UC Davis and PG&E: How We Lead in the Resilient and Sustainable Energy Field
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UC Davis and PG&E: How We Lead in the Resilient and Sustainable Energy Field

Sustainable Energy Industry Immersion

Watch PG&E's Brian Ard and UC Davis alumnus and Lecturer Ben Finkelor, executive director of the UC Davis Energy Efficiency Institute, discuss leadership in the resilient and sustainable energy industry.

HappyFeed Wins Food and Ag Category at Big Bang! Business Competition
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HappyFeed Wins Food and Ag Category at Big Bang! Business Competition

Building community and sustainable change through social cause and entrepreneurship

Galih Setiawan MBA 24, co-founder of HappyFeed, reflects on his journey as a first-gen student transitioning from corporate life to winning the Food and Ag category in the Big Bang! Business Competition, and how UC Davis GSM nurtured his entrepreneurial spirit.

Navigating Uncertainty: How Pursuing an MBA at UC Davis Brought Clarity and Community
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Navigating Uncertainty: How Pursuing an MBA at UC Davis Brought Clarity and Community

“I’ve found more direction as to what I want to do next, not only with my career, but with my life in general.”

Alex Schultz MBA 25 found clarity and community at UC Davis. His Bay Area Part-Time MBA journey led to lasting friendships, leadership roles, and renewed career direction.

Emotional Intelligence and Design Thinking: How SIEML at UC Davis Sparked My Drive for an MBA
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Emotional Intelligence and Design Thinking: How SIEML at UC Davis Sparked My Drive for an MBA

Empowering others through financial literacy and personal development

Delaware State University undergrad Nyjah Smarr traveled to UC Davis for the 10-day Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders, where she discovered the value of earning an MBA to develop financial literacy and personal development initiatives for her community.

How an MBA is Preparing Me for Real-World Success
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How an MBA is Preparing Me for Real-World Success

Building networks, skill development and solution-focused strategies

“My journey has been much more than textbooks, lectures and assignments. It's been a transformative experience that goes far beyond the confines of the classroom,” says Bay Area MBA Anuja Gupta .

From Software Novice to MBA Leader: How an MBA Enhanced My Network
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From Software Novice to MBA Leader: How an MBA Enhanced My Network

Leadership cultivated beyond the classroom

Sacramento MBA student Aniket Goundaje shares his journey of self-discovery from questioning his abilities to embracing leadership opportunities at UC Davis, navigating unfamiliar territories and finding a work-life balance.