The UB MBA and MS Ambassadors Blog

Written by Steffy Thampy, MS MIS ’23: Deciding which graduate program to attend is a major life decision and you’re bound to have a lot of questions. While UB provides answers to many questions on its FAQs webpage, below are Continue reading Answers to the important questions while applying to UB’s MS MIS program→

Written by Mentesnot Andarge Adamu, MS Finance ’24: For many students the finance career paths we’re familiar with are limited to investment banking, asset management, private equity and a few others. And “familiar” could be an exaggeration since most do Continue reading 5 free resources to learn about careers in finance→

Written by Leah Ruiz, MBA ‘24: You’re considering a graduate program at the University at Buffalo or you just moved to Buffalo, NY to start your graduate school journey. . Congratulations! You are about to begin such an exciting new Continue reading Top 10 best things to do in Buffalo, NY→

Written by Eric Raine, PharmD/MBA ’25: Hello! My name is Eric. I am currently a full-time MBA student, with a professional background  in financial planning and investment management. Before returning to UB to pursue graduate  coursework, I worked for a Continue reading 5 ways students can kickstart their financial wellness→

Written by Christopher Pellenz, MS Accounting ’23: Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) is a hot topic in business today. iESGs are areas in which businesses can make an impact  outside of their core profit generating activities.   In an article published Continue reading How UB is preparing students for an ESG-centric world→

Written by Abhishek Santosh, MS MIS ’23: There are several reasons to pursue a Master’s degree in Management Information System at the University at Buffalo, but there was only one reason for me: product management centric coursework. And, if you Continue reading 4 reasons why UB is great for people to break into product management→

Written by Christopher Chudyk, MS Accounting ’23: Being a graduate student at UB can be stressful. Difficult classes and numerous papers and projects with tight deadlines mean that you often don’t have a lot of time for yourself. However, it’s Continue reading 4 things that help me de-stress as a busy student→

Written by Asmita Mukherjee, MSBA’23:   Choosing a graduate program is a major life decision. Below are four reasons why I chose to invest in myself at the University at Buffalo.   1. Scenic and affordable Buffalo.  When you’re moving thousand Continue reading Why I chose to be true blue→

Written by Fouad Laajine, MBA ‘23: Combating climate change and preserving the environment is not only about harnessing technical solutions but also about the ability to design and convince funders and investors about the viability of green solutions. Pursuing an Continue reading Why I chose the UB MBA program as an experienced professional→

Written by Josephine Lindberg, MS ‘23 – Interested in getting your dream internship? Below are five J tips and tricks that helped me land internships with some of the most well-known firms in New York State.   Attend job fairs.  Companies participate Continue reading Five tips on how to get an internship→

Written by Justin Zulewski, MS ’23 – I started playing hockey when I was four years old and I’ve been playing ever since. Hockey is a massive part of who I am, and the sport has taught me some valuable life Continue reading Lessons I learned playing hockey that help make me a better accountant→

Written by Maria Adam, MS Accounting ‘23 – It is hard to deny that your mental health takes a toll in college. Pressures regarding exams, grades, extracurricular activities, and personal obligations outside of campus can all have a negative cumulative impact Continue reading 5 tips to managing your mental health as a UB student→

Written by Matthew Taboni, JD/MBA – Leadership is defined differently for each person. In my past five years at UB—four as an undergrad and now in the JD/MBA program — have learned five key leadership qualities that can be applied to Continue reading Five leadership qualities I learned at UB→

Written by Sebastien Henry, MS in Accounting – As an international student, I faced a lot of challenges during my first year at UB. These challenges were mostly because I came from a different environment, and  also because English is not Continue reading Important qualities to develop as an international student at UB→

Written by Peter Bouris, MBA – Buffalo is generally known for three things: snow, chicken wings, and the Buffalo Bills. But there’s way more to it. These are good things to know as you are considering whether to attend UB. Continue reading Five Cool Things About Buffalo Everyone Should Know When Attending UB→

Written by Sarah Jiva, JD/MBA – After completing four years of undergraduate studies at the University at Buffalo, I decided to stay for yet another four years in the JD/MBA program through the School of Law and School of Management. Continue reading A Return on Investment with the UB JD/MBA→

Written by – Vikram Adithya Ganesh, MS MIS ’23 – Hi, I am Vikram Adithya Ganesh, an MS MIS graduate student. I joined UB in the fall semester and I have been enjoying my time here. I would like to Continue reading Why I chose the MS MIS program over an MBA.→

Written by Claudia Cabrera Segovia, MS Finance ‘23 – Over the past few years, we have seen how technological advances are driving unparalleled change. While talking with some peers from different schools within UB, I realized that there is the misconception Continue reading Soft Skills Every Finance Professional Should Develop→

Written by Alisa Franasiak, BS/MBA ’24 – I recently attended 43North’s 8th Annual Finals Competition held at  Shea’s Theater,  which was packed to the brim.   I watched eight companies from around the country and across the globe go head-to-head to Continue reading Buffalo’s Burgeoning Startup Landscape: Why Western New York is a great place to start your business→

Written by Sivarama Koti Reddy Mandapati, ’MBA 23:  In my perspective, leadership entails assisting and leading those who have placed their trust in you. I’d like to take you on a tour of my leadership efforts throughout my life.  Since Continue reading What is LeaderCORE and why I choose to participate in it→

Written by Muhammad Ayoub Ashraf, ’MBA 23:  Imagine yourself after ten years of business school – you are working as CEO, CFO, or COO of a company, or you are a successful entrepreneur running a business. It is not a Continue reading Leveraging UB SOM Resources to Land Your Dream Job→

Written by Donell Carter, MS ’22: Hi, my name is Donell, and I am a recent graduate of the UB MS Accounting program. I came to UB in 2017 and although I always felt like I had what it takes Continue reading 5 tips to get the most out of your UB MS Accounting program→

Written by Gandhali Barve, MS Finance ’22:   Coming from a tropical country, I had never experienced extreme cold weather in my life. But after surviving two winter seasons in Buffalo, I would like to share few tips on how to Continue reading Five tips for managing Buffalo winters→

Written by Dana Scofield, MSA ’22:  I was a previous student in the BS in Accounting program at UB and had the advantage of knowing a majority of the professors already. Having those prior relationships and connections made it easier Continue reading 4 reasons I chose UB MS accounting program→

Written by Shannon Alexander, MBA ‘23: The other day as I was getting ready for school, I found myself lost in thought worrying about an upcoming school deadline. Then a thought shook me out of my anxious trance. I thought Continue reading 5 lessons I learned from my first year in UB’s MBA program→

Written by Likith Parameswaran, MS MIS ‘22: Hi, I’m Likith Parameswaran, a candidate of the MS in MIS Class of 2022. I joined UB during the Fall semester and my experience so far has been exhilarating—everything was different, everything was Continue reading What the UB MS MIS program taught me about myself→

Written by Gandhali Barve, MS Finance ’22: My introduction to UB was no less than a culture shock. Different people, different activities and different cultures! Since then, I have been exploring whatever I can to experience different cultures here at Continue reading Tips for managing culture shock and forging long-lasting friendships at UB→