Dominique Visser ’20 MBA: Online MBA Program Was “Business as Usual” During Belgian Lockdown Completing the online MBA program in Belgium while COVID-19 had the country locked down was “business as usual for me,” says Dominique Visser ’20 MBA. “I…
Women Business Leaders Share “Infinitely Useable” Information
Tracy Barash and Amy McHale Women Business Leaders Share “Infinitely Useable” Information While many of the summer residency programs focused on issues related to the pandemic, a more universally relevant track, Women as Business Leaders, proved to be extremely popular.…
Student Profile: Jill M. Syracuse ’20
HomeOur Second CenturyClass of 2020Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty Student Profile: Jill M. Syracuse ’20 Hometown: Buffalo, New York Major: MBA/Online Jill Syracuse had always planned on going back to school to earn an MBA. For over 30 years,…
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…
MBA@Syracuse Residency Program Is Differentiator for Online Student Networking, World View
HomeWhitman100Whitman BriefingsStudent SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty MBA@Syracuse Residency Program Is Differentiator for Online Student Networking, World View Students in the MBA@Syracuse program at the Whitman School are classmates, but they rarely, if ever, get to spend time together, as…
NFL Star Latavius Murray Suits Up For College in Syracuse
HomeWhitman100Whitman BriefingsStudent SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty NFL Star Latavius Murray Suits Up For College in Syracuse Latavius Murray ’20 MBA, a New Orleans Saints running back, holds his hometown of Syracuse close to his heart. So much so that…
Student Spotlight: Brittany Jackson ’19
HomeWhitman100Whitman BriefingsStudent SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty Student Spotlight: Brittany Jackson ’19 Hometown: Hartford, Connecticut Major: MBA/Online Specialization: Marketing Management When you ask Whitman students where their careers are headed, most say the Big 4 accounting firms, Wall Street or…
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 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…
Syracuse University 2019 Panasci Business Plan Competition: Meet the Winners
Each year the Martin J. Whitman School of Management welcomes students from across Syracuse University’s campus for the annual Panasci Business Plan Competition, an event that encourages students to think entrepreneurially and allows them to showcase their innovative business ideas.…
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@Syracuse Named a Top 20 Online MBA Program by Poets & Quants
MBA@Syracuse, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program, recently was ranked #17 by Poets & Quants in its publication of 2019 Best Online Business Programs, released Oct. 9. For Poets & Quants online MBA…
The Psychology of Private Label Grocery Brands
By Syracuse Staff When Dr. Eunkyu Lee goes grocery shopping at Wegmans, he stops to consider the orange juice. Wegmans is a Rochester-based supermarket chain with 46 stores in New York state. Lee, a professor of marketing at the Martin J. Whitman…
Insurance Industry Braces for Driverless Cars
By Syracuse Staff In December, on-demand insurance company Trōv unveiled a partnership with self-driving technology company Waymo to offer “insurance billed by second, day, mile, event” for ride-sharing coverage in self-driving vehicles. Trōv founder and CEO Scott Walchek called the partnership “the…
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…
The Unforgettable Experience of an International Residency in Dubai
In January, I had the good fortune to accompany MBA@Syracuse students of Syracuse University‘s Martin J. Whitman School of Management to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). As my first residency and intensive elective for the MBA@Syracuse program, this…
U.S. News & World Report Gives Top 50 Ranking to Whitman’s Online MBA Program
MBA@Syracuse, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program, recently was ranked #42 by U.S. News & World Report in its publication of 2018 Best Online Business Programs, released Jan. 9. The online Accounting@Syracuse and…
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>
Online Program Residencies Offer Unique Courses for Students
Three times per year the Whitman School’s online graduate programs host a residency for students in both domestic and international cities. Each residency focuses on a key theme and students interested in that particular topic may register to attend. In…
Third Time’s A Charm for Professor Walsh
Bill Walsh, professor of accounting practice and director of the graduate accounting programs, had a couple of chances to teach at the Whitman School but each time, he found a reason not to. Now, after 22 years, he can’t imagine…
Whitman School’s Online MBA Program Named #10 Globally by Financial Times
MBA@Syracuse is #6 in the U.S. The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program has been ranked #10 in the Financial Times’ 2017 ranking of all online MBA programs worldwide, #6 in the nation. The…
U.S. News & World Report Gives Top 50 Ranking to Whitman’s Online MBA Program
MBA@Syracuse, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program, recently was ranked #47 by U.S. News & World Report in its publication of 2017 Best Online Business Programs, released Jan. 10. The rankings include 167…
Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University Named to the Princeton Review’s 2017 List, “Top 25 Online MBA Programs”
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University has earned a #20 ranking on The Princeton Review’s new list naming the top 25 online MBA programs for 2017. This is the second year in a row the school…
Bringing Supply Chain Management to Life
When Pat Penfield first met Fred Easton, Whitman School professor of supply chain management, he was president of the Central New York chapter of the Association for Operations Management (APICS) where he often would teach associated courses. Professor Easton was…
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management Adds Business Analytics Specialization to its MBA Program
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management is now offering a specialization in business analytics to its MBA program, both on-campus and online through MBA@Syracuse. This brings the number of concentrations to seven; the other six include accounting, entrepreneurship,…
Syracuse University’s Whitman School is the #1 Ranked Private Business School in the Nation by Military Times
School Ranked #5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets” Business School Ranking The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University has been ranked #5 by Military Times in its 2016 list of Best for Vets: Business Schools, the…
Student Q&A: MBA@Syracuse Residency in India
In January 2016, the MBA@Syracuse residency took place in Delhi and Mumbai, India. We caught up with Jennifer Noone, a second-year student in the Syracuse MBA program, to get an inside perspective of the residency experience. What was your most memorable experience…
Guest Post: What I Remember & Learned So Far
Have you had that feeling of growing up? That feeling of independence and strength? That rush of freedom? And the responsibility and commitment that come with it? When I left home in July to come to Syracuse, it was the…
U.S. News & World Report Gives Top 50 Ranking to Whitman’s Online MBA Program
MBA@Syracuse (formerly known as the iMBA program), the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program, recently was ranked #44 by U.S. News & World Report in its publication of 2016 Best Online Business Programs, released…
Experience Isn’t Everything
Most people love being the youngest in a group. Even being the youngest child has the benefit of getting away with anything. I, however, was very nervous coming to Whitman knowing I would be the youngest in my class. This…
Alumni of the Week: Brian Hammer MBA ’11
I came to Whitman with the goal of advancing my career in the pharmaceutical industry with sights on becoming a national sales and marketing director. Little did I know upon completion, I would be on a completely different path; a…
Playing My Way Through the MBA
Apart from managing a rigorous MBA schedule, I feel we must take time out for ourselves to do something that makes us happy. For me, that thing is music. I wasn’t able to get my guitar from home, India. However, in…
Alumni of the Week: John Lemmex ’91 MBA
Originally from Canada and with an undergraduate degree in chemistry, I never planned or expected to graduate with an MBA from a top U.S. university. I started my MBA at a local university in Canada but found the rigors of work, family and…
#WhitmanWatch: Kevin Lynch
Class of 2017 Program: MBA@Syracuse Hometown: Lido Beach, New York & Quebradillas Puerto Rico LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinpatricklynch While many MBA students spend their days sitting in a classroom, Kevin Lynch spends his serving as a management consultant in New York City.…
Lezlie Labbe on Choosing MBA@Syracuse as a Veteran
A former member of the military, MBA@Syracuse student Lezlie Labbe is the Director of Strategic Initiatives for Usherwood Office Technology in Syracuse, NY. At a recent residency held on campus at Syracuse University, we spoke to Lezlie about her experience with the MBA@Syracuse…
Dave Bauer Pursues MBA After 15 years in the Military
Dave Bauer, after leaving active military duty, decided to pursue an MBA through Syracuse University‘s MBA@Syracuse program. As a veteran, he detailed some of the thoughts he had for his motivation to continue on with his degree and what he…
Business Leaders Share Insight into Creating a Successful Work-Life Balance
A study released by researchers at Harvard Business School and Stanford University found that stress at work is just as damaging to a person’s health as secondhand smoke. This staggering fact led to MBA@Syracuse students to question business leaders about…
Video: Geoffrey Haines, MBA Student and Active Military Member
Geoffrey Haines has been in the military for nearly 11 years. He is stationed in Germany and has found that the Online MBA program with Syracuse has been able to be flexible with his schedule despite a demanding job, six-hour…
Video: MBA Student Natisha Crossman Balances Family and Career
MBA@Syracuse student Natisha Crossman is a project manager for Time Warner Cable in Syracuse, New York, as well as a new mother. Earlier this year, she attended a residency hosted on the Syracuse University campus. Between sessions we talked to…
Whitman’s Summer Vacation
The Whitman School may be on summer vacation but it’s bustling with construction activity. The stairwell flooring is being replaced, and the Flaum Grand Hall is being renovated to accommodate larger groups and events that are typical for the space. In addition,…
Inaugural Class of Accounting@Syracuse Begins Classes July 10
The inaugural class of Accounting@Syracuse will begin its semester on Friday, July 10. The program serves to provide working professionals the opportunity to earn a Master of Science in Accounting on a flexible online platform. The class is comprised of…
MBA@Syracuse Students Come to Campus for Program’s First In-Person Residency
In April, Whitman hosted the first residency of the newly revamped online MBA known as MBA@Syracuse. More than 120 students from around the world traveled to campus to meet other classmates, faculty and staff in person for the first time since…
Finding My Way: Reflections on My First Year
Wow…it’s May already? When did that happen? Amid all the studying, group meetings, student life events, and business-school-greatness, my first year of the MBA program is over. And it was everything I’d signed up for and more. Here are the…
MBA@Syracuse Named to The Princeton Review’s “Top 25 Online MBA Programs”
MBA@Syracuse, the online MBA program at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University has earned a #18 ranking on The Princeton Review’s new list naming the top 25 online MBA programs for 2015. The list can be found at www.princetonreview.com/online-mba. MBA@Syracuse, formerly iMBA, is Whitman’s…
Whitman School of Management Professor Named One of World’s Best 40 Under 40 Professors
Will Geoghegan, assistant professor of management at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management has been named one of the World’s Best 40 Under 40 Professors by Poets and Quants. The annual listing highlights “excellence in research and teaching prowess,” according to the website.…
MBA@Syracuse Hosts First Residency This Weekend
This weekend, the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University will host the first of many residencies as part of the newly revamped online MBA known as MBA@Syracuse. More than 120 MBA students from around the world will travel to…
Whitman School’s MBA@Syracuse Ranked #8 in the U.S.
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program, MBA@Syracuse, has been ranked #8 in the U.S. and #16 globally, in the QS Distance Online MBA Ranking, improving from #25 globally in 2014. The full QS…
Whitman School Named #2 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets” Business School Ranking
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University has been ranked #2 by Military Times in its 2015 list of Best for Vets: Business Schools, the publication announced Mar. 9. The organization, comprising Army Times, Navy Times, Air…
Whitman School’s Online MBA Program Named #8 Globally by Financial Times
MBA@Syracuse is #5 in the U.S. The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s online MBA program has been ranked #8 in the Financial Times’ 2015 ranking of all online MBA programs worldwide, #5 in the nation. The…