Coming from Patna, India, an ancient city along the banks of the Ganges River, Shubham Krishna M.S. ’23 was interested in another placed steeped in tradition: Syracuse University and its supply chain program at the Whitman School of Management, which…
Cassie Durkin ’23 M.S. Marketing: Student Couldn’t Pass Up Opportunity to Earn a Master’s Degree at Hometown University
Cassie Durkin ’23 M.S. knew she wanted to pursue a master’s degree right after finishing her undergraduate education at Hartwick College, where she received a bachelor’s degree in business administration. Unsure of exactly what area of business she wanted to…
Julia Fiedler, ’21, ’22 M.S.: Master’s Degree Has Prepared Her for Real-World Requirements of Today’s Professional Accounting Field
Julia Fiedler ’21, ’22 M.S. grew up around Syracuse University’s Whitman School. Long before she decided to attend Whitman and pursue a career in accounting, she could often be found hanging out in the office of Professor of Accounting Practice…
Bruno Gonzalez Hauger ’21, ’22 M.S.: Entrepreneur Surpasses $100,000 in Prize Money While Completing EEE Master’s Degree
Bruno Gonzalez Hauger ’21 (WHIT/NEW), ’22 M.S., not only just graduated from Syracuse University with a master’s degree, but this entrepreneur also walked away with a stunning $102,000 in winnings through various Whitman School business competitions over his five years…
Ruixia Zheng ’21 MBA, ’22 M.S.: International Student Grateful for Support of Whitman Community While Earning MBA and Master’s in Business Analytics
The determination of Ruixia Zheng ’21 MBA, ’22 M.S., took her from a self-described “small and remote town in China” across the world to Syracuse University’s Whitman School. There, she earned not one but two master’s degrees, while at the…
Sustainability Has Become a Key Decision Maker for Businesses’ Success
Increasingly, companies are starting to reflect environmentally conscious decisions in their operations, affecting much of how the business operates for consumers. Because of this, these businesses are hiring more people who have knowledge in both environmental and business backgrounds to…
Tackling Classes, Exploring Cultures and Running a Startup While Studying Abroad
Ben Ford ’23 brought his entrepreneurial spirit with him while he studied abroad at Syracuse University’s London Center this past semester. As a marketing management student at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Ford balanced classes, travel and work on…
Whitman’s Alumni Connection to Big Four Helps Many Students Secure Jobs
Have you ever wondered where students end up after they graduate from Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management? Twenty-five percent of undergraduate students will accept an offer at one of the “Big Four” companies. The Big Four professional services networks…
73rd Annual Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program to Be Held October 13-14, 2022
73rd Annual Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program to Be Held October 13-14, 2022 The Whitman School of Management’s H.H. Franklin Center for Supply Chain Management will host its annual Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. at…
Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management Announces Partnership with Management Leadership for Tomorrow
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management has announced a new partnership with Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT). The program aims to increase awareness and educational and career support for underrepresented minority students through personal guidance and coaching. It…
Eugene ‘Gene’ Anderson to Depart Syracuse, Tapped to Lead University of Pittsburgh’s Business School, McKelvie to Serve as Interim
Eugene “Gene” Anderson, dean of the Martin J. Whitman School of Management since 2017, today announced he will conclude his time at Syracuse University next month. After more than five years at the Whitman School, Anderson will return home to his native…
Syracuse University 2022 Graduates Honored with MIT Supply Chain Excellence Award
Forty-two top students from nine leading undergraduate supply chain management and engineering programs across the U.S. and Mexico were presented with MIT fellowship awards in a virtual ceremony held April 29, 2022. Five of the students were supply chain management…
Capstone Competition Highlights Business Skills, Entrepreneurial Spirit of Whitman’s Graduating Seniors
From women’s-only sports betting to water-saving shower nozzles, this semester’s Capstone Competition at Syracuse University’s Whitman School showcased amazing business ideas that demonstrated students’ skills in development, ideation, research and financial planning. The two-day event, held April 29 and 30,…
Panasci Business Competition Winners Showcase Entrepreneurial Spirit on Campus
The Syracuse University campus is always buzzing with great ideas, and the Panasci Business Plan Competition is an excellent example of that entrepreneurial spirit. A campus-wide business plan event hosted annually by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (EEE)…
What I Learned Studying Abroad in London
Finals are quickly approaching, which means this semester is coming to an end. I honestly can not believe I even wrote that sentence, because there was a time, I was thinking that I would not even make it to London.…
SUNY Upstate, Syracuse University Partner for MD/MBA Program
SUNY Upstate Medical University and Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management are launching a joint MD/MBA, which allows students to earn two valuable degrees in a coordinated five-year program. Applicants for this new joint program at Upstate Medical…
Exclusive Financial and Investor Communications Emphasis Offered at Syracuse University
Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Financial and Investor Communications Emphasis (FICE) offered to Newhouse, Whitman School of Management and Arts and Science majors, introduces students to the world of communication in finance. This unique program teaches students…
Navigating London with Public Transportation
In a semester abroad, it can feel impossible to experience everything you wish to do. It is important to prioritize what is most important to you, and that will not always align with what your friends want to do. Because…
Three Things You Should Know Before Studying Abroad
Going abroad has been one of the most incredible experiences of my life and has left me with memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it’s traveling with friends or interacting with people from other cultures, there’s no shortage of…
Tips for Avoiding Burnout While Abroad
Studying abroad is a great opportunity, but it has also come with a lot of lessons, specifically on prioritizing time for yourself. There is an added pressure to make sure you’re traveling, seeing the tourist attractions in your new city…
Living Like a Local in Florence
When I decided to study abroad in Florence, I knew that I wanted to live with a host family. I had participated in a similar exchange program in high school, and though that experience was only a week-long, staying with…
Staying Connected to Home, Enjoying Time Abroad
Being an ocean away from home and your loved ones is difficult for multiple reasons, specifically, you can’t talk to people from home every day. Being in London, you are five hours ahead of Syracuse. I am from New York,…
Whitman School of Management Announces STEM-Designation for Master’s in Professional Accounting Program
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management announced that its master’s in professional accounting program has now received STEM-designation. The class of 2022 will be the first to graduate with this new STEM certification. “We have made notable innovations…
Mid-Terms and Challenges Overcome Abroad
I recently have reached the mid-way point of my time abroad here in Barcelona, and with that came my first slate of exams and assignments that were due. Being abroad while preparing for and taking these exams provided some extra…
Navigating London with Public Transportation
One big difference between Syracuse London and the main campus at Syracuse University is that I need to use public transportation to get to class every day. London is a major metropolis, and it is a lot more complex than…
Kara Montellano ’23 MBA: Unexpected Detour Led Her to an MBA at Whitman
Kara Montellano ’23 MBA believes that life “has a way of taking you on a detour you didn’t plan for.” Fortunately, her most recent detour took her to Syracuse University’s Whitman School this past fall to pursue an MBA with concentrations in…
Explore the Amazing Cities Around You While Abroad
One of the amazing things about studying in London is the opportunities you have to travel. London has four major airports that serve some of the most popular cities in various countries. I have been taking advantage of the cheap…
Student Business Opportunities Are Popping Up at Whitman
Great business concepts can come from anywhere – and a lot of them start with students at the Whitman School. The following startups in the fashion, tech, sports and personal branding spaces are just some of the outstanding examples of…
Whitman Seniors Featured Among Poets&Quants for Undergrad’s Best & Brightest Undergraduate Business Majors for 2022
Two Martin J. Whitman School of Management seniors, Bailey Loughnane ’22 (WHIT/A&S) and Tiffany Yang ’22 (WHIT/iSchool), were selected by Poets&Quants for Undergrads to be highlighted in its annual “best & brightest undergraduate business majors” feature. This is the seventh annual list, which honors 100…
Whitman Continues Commitment to DE&I, Student Leadership Program
Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management continues its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion with programs such as the Inclusion Student Leadership Internship. This program fosters a positive change not only in the Orange network but in the local Syracuse…
Whitman’s Full-Time MBA Program Achieves Highest U.S. News Ranking Since 1998
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University is now ranked #57 in the nation for its full-time MBA program by U.S. News & World Report. This is the highest-ranking for the Whitman School since 1998 and is…
Exploring the Museums in London While Abroad
One of my favorite London activities is visiting the beautiful museums that the city has to offer. All national museums in the U.K. are free to the public, making it so easy to make a quick excursion to a museum.…
What is it Like to Work in London?
Every semester, some of Syracuse London’s students opt to participate in an internship program two days a week during their semester abroad. I am not an international student. I am simply another Londoner aboard the Tube in a polo shirt…
Embracing Classes and Culture During a Semester Abroad
Although the pandemic unexpectedly changed many Syracuse University students’ plans that didn’t stop them from pursuing opportunities that they had dreamed of doing. Stephanie Pagán ’22 (WHIT/MAX) always knew that she wanted to study abroad in the spring semester of…
Webinar: “Successfully Navigating a Multi-Country and Multi-Cultural World”
The Kiebach Center for International Business Studies at Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management and the Central New York International Business Alliance presented: “Successfully Navigating a Multi-Country and Multi-Cultural World“ Our panelists discussed: the multi-market presence of United States companies,…
Yang, Loughnane Serve as Class of 2022 Whitman Class Marshals
Bailey Loughnane ’22 (WHIT/A&S) and Tiffany Yang ’22 (WHIT/iSchool) have been selected as the 2022 Whitman Class Marshals. In their role, they will lead this year’s senior class to the Commencement. Loughnane and Yang are involved in organizations and awards…
Three Tips for Using Public Transportation in Barcelona
I have been in the city of Barcelona for a little over a month now, and by far the thing I have used most is public transit. I’ve taken the metro to class, shopping or the airport almost every day…
London’s Creative Industries, Exploring the City
When you think of studying abroad, one of the first things that come to mind is traveling. Don’t get me wrong, I am very excited about the trips we have planned, however, the classes that are offered while abroad are…
A New Perspective on Art and Business
As a marketing management and public relations dual major, as well as an art history minor, I spend a significant amount of time thinking about and/or studying modern marketing and communications and learning about various forms and eras of art.…
Exploring London Through Class Trips
Hello everyone! Today I am very excited to share my experience with the Syracuse London program. Syracuse University’s London programming has planned events and trips that are included in the program fee. These are great opportunities to do things you…
Whitman School Appoints New Academic Advisor for Master’s Programs
The Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University announces the appointment of Gary Cole to the position of academic advisor effective March 7, 2022. Cole will oversee academic advising for full-time master’s students, including those in the MBA program and…
Anushree Jagdish ’23 MBA: MBA Program Introduces Real-World Scenarios, New Traditions and a Welcoming “Orange Family”
Anushree Jagdish ’23 MBA came to Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management after working in the advertising industry in her home country of India for a number of years. Equipped with an undergraduate degree in finance, she hopes to expand…
London Center’s Classes Allow You to Explore the City
I’ve already had so many unforgettable experiences here in London, and the semester has barely started! Just today, my first class, HOA 372 – The Business of Art, took me to Unit London, a unique art gallery where we explored questions…
When in Rome: Culture and Community
Though I’m more than halfway done with my third year at Syracuse University, the campus is looking a little different for me this semester as I’m spending spring 2022 taking classes at Syracuse’s Florence Center! Since arriving in Italy at…
Whitman School Launches New Professional Certification Program
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University is proud to launch the Whitman Industry Readiness & Excellence (WIRE) Initiative, an innovative new program that strengthens our commitment to prepare our students for a world of accelerating change.…
Whitman School Appoints New Director of Experiential Programs
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management announces the appointment of Erin Draper to the new position of director of experiential programs, effective Feb. 7, 2022. Draper will oversee Whitman’s commitment to experiential programming, both on-campus and off-campus. She will manage…
Whitman’s Undergraduate Program Achieves Highest Rankings Yet
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management is now ranked #34 in the nation for its undergraduate program by Poets & Quants. This is the highest ranking the Whitman School has received from Poets & Quants, and an improvement…
Whitman School of Management Announces STEM-Designation for MBA
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University announced today that its MBA program will be classified as STEM-designated for students who successfully complete concentrations in accounting, business analytics, finance, marketing and supply chain management. The class of…
Black Friday 2021: Supply Chain Issues Affecting Consumers Holiday Shopping Experience
As consumers are gearing up for the holiday season, retailers are experiencing unprecedented supply chain issues. Congested ports, lack of truck drivers, long lead times and increased consumer demand are causing many of these supply chain setbacks. In addition to…
Jamie Lyn Perry: New Management Professor Explores How Diverse Teams Can Create Better Organizational Outcomes
From her days of participating in team sports to her new position as an assistant professor of management at Syracuse University’s Whitman School, Jamie Lyn Perry has always been interested in how people work together in teams. Her research focuses…