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Recent Graduate Continues Education at Whitman with Forever Orange Scholarship
Elizabeth Gordon ’20 has a long-term goal, which is to work in STEM and develop a product to empower women. She explains, “I want to work in the engineering field for 10 years or so and then I hope to…
Why Study Business Analytics?
So, you’re looking for a career that combines math, technology and business? Maybe you have even heard the words “big data” and want to learn more about how best to use data. Look no further; a degree in business analytics…
Empow-her: Alumna Works to Build Stronger, More Connected Communities
From a young age, Alexis Drickel ’17 MBA has been a go-getter. She was always one of the first to raise her hand in class or try new things, purely because of her passion for learning. Early on, Drickel realized that…
Master’s Students Place 3rd in Regional Case Competition
The first annual Graduate Business Thruway Invitational Case Competition was held April 17-18, 2020 via Zoom. Hosted by the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, it featured three teams each from SUNY Buffalo, University of Rochester and the…
Student Profile: James Coleman ’16, ’21 MBA
HomeOur Second CenturyClass of 2020Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty Student Profile: James Coleman ’16, ’21 MBA Hometown: Southington, Connecticut Degree: MBA Concentrations: Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics James Coleman graduated from Syracuse University in 2016 from the College…
Graduate Student Spotlights
HomeOur Second CenturyClass of 2020Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty Graduate Student Spotlights WENQI WU ’20 Hometown: Changsha, Hunan, China Degree: M.S. in Business Analytics I really wanted to focus on the coding and technical parts of business analytics, and…
Why Should You Earn a Graduate Degree in Business Today?
Uncertainty is a lingering feeling that many people are experiencing right now given the current events surrounding COVID-19. This feeling is especially prevalent for individuals considering whether to apply and commit to a graduate program. Recent graduates, full-time workers trying…
MBA Students Pass Six Sigma Black Belt Certifications
A certification that typically requires multiple years of work experience and practical projects has become a reality for two Syracuse University MBA students as they have successfully passed their American Society of Quality Six Sigma Black Belt exams. Eshank Sehgal ’20 and Xuan…
From Reader to Writer, Alumna Finds Her Passion Through Books
Reading is Deedi Brown’s G’16 superpower. Last year, she read 120 books — dystopian fiction, memoirs, Malcolm Gladwell-type nonfiction and everything in between. She organized international book giveaways and met authors at local bookstores. She also documented all her thoughts…
Syracuse University’s MBA and Master’s Programs Adjust Admissions Timelines Due to COVID-19
UPDATE (as of May 29, 2020): Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management continues to monitor the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our daily lives and has added some flexible options to the Fall 2020 application process for…
Syracuse University’s MBA Ranked In Top 100 By U.S. News & World Report
The full-time MBA program at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s jumped 12 spots to #77 in the U.S. News & World Report’s publication of the 2021 Best Graduate Business Programs, released March 17. The rankings include 199 programs from the nearly…
Alumna Earns Two Degrees and a Leadership Position
When it comes to planning her career path, Lu Yin G ’14, G ’19 has always been one step ahead. She chose to pursue an MBA at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management right after completing her undergraduate…
Internship Experience: Faraz Khan, Finance and Accounting Intern at Proctor & Gamble
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Faraz KhanGraduation Year: May 2020Major: MBA (concentration in Finance…
Syracuse University College of Law and Whitman School of Management Launch Nation’s First Online Joint JD/MBA Degree
Syracuse University College of Law announces the launch of the nation’s first online joint JD/MBA degree program, in partnership with Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management. The new joint degree combines the College of Law’s ground-breaking, ABA-accredited JDinteractive…
Student Spotlight: Nandita Rebello ’20
HomeWhitman100Whitman BriefingsStudent SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty Student Spotlight: Nandita Rebello ’20 Hometown: Mumbai, India Degree: MBA Nandita Rebello has always been artistic. Since age 4, she studied art and became known for her work in her native India. For…
From New Delhi to Syracuse, Shubhankar Goel’s ’13 Passion Led Him to Amazon
Even before applying to Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Shubhankar Goel `13 knew he was passionate about marketing and meeting new people — and the reason he made the trek to snowy Syracuse, New York from New…
Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management Ranked Among Bloomberg Businessweek’s Best Business Schools of 2019-20
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University has been named to Bloomberg Businessweek’s ranking of the best U.S. business schools of 2019-20, jumping 12 spots to number 65 on the list.
Internship Experience: Andy Torres-Lopez, Marketing Intern at Atlantic Records
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Andy Torres-LopezGraduation Year: May 2021Major: MBAHometown: Queens, NYIntern Company/Title: Atlantic Records – Marketing…
Online Programs Lead to More Entrepreneurs
Syracuse University has long been known for its entrepreneurship program and overall entrepreneurial spirit. So, it’s no surprise that the Whitman School’s online programs are increasingly turning out new entrepreneurs. Since fall 2017, there have been 174 MBA@Syracuse graduates certified…
PhD Profile: James Bort
James Bort ’20 Ph.D., a Syracuse native, has been at Syracuse University as a student and staff member for the past decade. Bort earned an MBA through the online program at the Whitman School while working as an IT analyst.…
Chris Wszalek Appointed Executive Director of Graduate Admissions and Student Recruitment
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University recently announced the appointment of Chris Wszalek to the position of executive director of graduate admissions and student recruitment, effective May 28. Wszalek brings almost a decade of experience in…
Student Spotlight: Paul Altero ’23
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Student Spotlight: Paul Altero ’23 Hometown: Point Pleasant, New Jersey Degree: Master of Science in Entrepreneurship Paul Altero earned a bachelor’s degree in hotel, restaurant and institutional management from the University…
Student Spotlight: Faraz Khan ’20
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Student Spotlight: Faraz Khan ’20 Hometown: Lahore, Pakistan Degree: MBA Faraz Khan was an outstanding football player in Pakistan (soccer in the United States) and had offers to pursue the sport…
Graduate Student Spotlights: Class of 2019
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Graduate Student Spotlights: Class of 2019 Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management offers a variety of graduate programs that prepare students to become exceptional business leaders and professionals. Learn more…
Whitman in Asia: Associate Dean’s Travels Cultivate Global Experiences for Students
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Whitman in Asia: Associate Dean’s Travels Cultivate Global Experiences for Students Whitman graduate students on their residency in Asia. Where in the world is Eunkyu Lee? That was the question in…
Whitman by the Numbers: 2019 Graduates
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Whitman By the Numbers: 2019 Graduates Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management educates students to become successful business professionals prepared for a world of accelerated change. The Whitman School offers…
Syracuse University’s Whitman School Embraces Veterans
Since January 2014, veteran and military-connected enrollment at Syracuse University has grown more than 500 percent. In 1944, Syracuse University helped lead the charge in the creation of the original G.I. Bill, and since then has continuously aimed to provide…
Whitman Students Compete at UB MBA Case Competition
This past weekend, MBA students from the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University presented their case analysis at the University at Buffalo School of Management MBA Case Competition. In the case competition, teams of students from top…
MBA Reflections: Tamara Seredneva ’19
In this “MBA Reflections” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of a select few Whitman MBA students graduating in 2019. Name: Tamara Seredneva Major and Graduation Month/Year: MBA in Business Analytics & Marketing (May/2019) Hometown:…
#WhitmanWatch: Radhika Moharir ’19
Hometown: Nagpur, India Degree: MBA Of note: Moharir was a long distance sea swimmer in India. She swam about four miles a day in the Arabian Sea. Radhika Moharir’s biggest role model is her late father, who always encouraged her…
Bring a Wealth of Global Knowledge to Your Company
Hiring an international student from the Whitman School of Management is an excellent way to bring some of the world’s best talent to your organization. The process is not very difficult and the advantages of hiring international students are immeasurable.…
MBA Reflections: Mariam Kvantaliani ’19
In this “MBA Reflections” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of MBA students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management graduating in May of 2019. Name: Mariam Kvantaliani Hometown: Georgia Major: MBA –…
A United Nations Project Marks a Decade of Global Sustainability Research and Practice at Whitman
For 10 years, Syracuse University’s Sustainable Enterprise Partnership (SEP), a collaboration between the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, College of Engineering and Computer Science, SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) and the Syracuse Center of Excellence (CoE), has been committed to training students and facilitating leading research…
Whitman School’s Online MBA Program Named #11 Globally by Financial Times
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program has been ranked #11 in the Financial Times’ 2018 ranking of all online MBA programs worldwide, #7 in the nation. The full rankings, released this week, are…
#WhitmanWatch: Endrinë Rafuna
After receiving a scholarship for her graduate studies through the Transformational Leadership Program funded by the United States and Kosovo governments, Endrinë Rafuna ’18 MBA had to pick a school at which she believed she could thrive. Researching schools recommended…
Fall 2017 Incoming Class
Each year, Syracuse University‘s Martin J. Whitman School of Management enrolls a new class of accomplished students from a wide variety of backgrounds. Get to know this year’s incoming class. Embed Code <blockquote class=”embedly-card”><h4><a href=”http://voices.whitman.syr.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/WBTN_Fall2017.jpg”>null</a></h4><p>null</p></blockquote> <script async src=”//cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js” charset=”UTF-8″></script>
Featured Alumna: Namrata Shenoy ’16
Since 2010, nearly 75 students have taken all three courses offered within the Sustainable Enterprise Partnership (SEP), graduating with a Certificate of Advanced Study in Sustainable Enterprise (CASSE). Many go on to exciting careers where they are using what they…
Syracuse University’s MBA Ranked #64 by Bloomberg BusinessWeek
Syracuse University’s full-time MBA program was ranked #64 by BloombergBusinessweek in its annual list of the top MBA programs. Offered by the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, the Syracuse MBA is a two-year program, which includes a rigorous curriculum…
Syracuse University’s MBA@Syracuse Named to Princeton Review’s 2018 List, “Top 25 Online MBA Programs”
Syracuse University’s MBA@Syracuse has earned a #23 ranking on The Princeton Review’s list naming the top 25 online MBA programs for 2018, accessible at www.princetonreview.com/best-business-schools. The online MBA program, delivered in partnership with 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU), includes live weekly classes…
Syracuse University’s MBA a Top 25 Most Desired Program, According to Recent Study
According to Ready4, a Boston-based company that creates test prep apps, Syracuse University’s full-time MBA is the #25 most desired program. The study, now in its third year, uses survey data that obtained the preferences of more than 200,000 current…
MBA Reflections: Arjun Muralidharan ’18
In this “MBA Reflections” blog post series, we feature profiles and thoughts from Whitman MBA students graduating in 2018. Name: Arjun Muralidharan Hometown: Chennai, India Major: MBA Business Analytics Background: Electronics and Communications Engineering LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjun-harur-muralidharan-a6175514 Why an MBA? I wanted…
The Whitman School Hosts Third Annual Orange Tank Competition
As part of the 2017 Orange Central celebration at Syracuse University, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosted its third annual Orange Tank business pitch competition. During the Orange Tank competition, current Whitman students and alumni entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas to…
Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises 2016-2017 at a Glance
Syracuse University‘s Whitman School Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (EEE) department, consistently ranked as one of the top entrepreneurship programs in the United States, offers students the total entrepreneurship experience. From the unique entrepreneurship courses to the exciting extracurricular activities and experiential learning opportunities, every student…
MBA Reflections: Candice Chiang ’17
In this “MBA Reflections” blog post series, we feature profiles and thoughts from recent Whitman MBA graduates. Name: Candice Chiang Hometown: Taichung, Taiwan Major: MBA – Supply Chain Management Background: Economics LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candice-chiang-9a000989/ Why an MBA? An MBA was always…
MBA Reflections: Priyank Patil ’18
In this “MBA Reflections” blog post series, we feature profiles and thoughts from Whitman MBA students graduating in 2018. Name: Priyank Patil Hometown: Bangalore, India Major: MBA – Marketing and Business Analytics (May 2018) Background: B.E. in mechanical engineering LinkedIn…
Applications Being Accepted for New Online Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management (Whitman School) today announced a new degree offering within its existing partnership with 2U, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU). Entrepreneurship@Syracuse, a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship degree, adds to the Whitman School’s already robust…
Alumni of the Week: Abha Bang ’09 MBA ’14 MPA
Leaving India and moving to America to pursue my MBA wasn’t an easy decision, but it was, by far, one of the best decisions I have made to enhance myself professionally and personally. Syracuse University made me feel at home the minute I…
Whitman by the Numbers: 2017 Graduates
Of Law, Teaching and Defamation
Every semester for the past 10 years Daniel Rice, a professor of law and public policy practice at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management, has led the bright and early 8:00 AM section of LPP 255: Introduction to…