From Social Sciences to Information Technology: My Story

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Robert Beach, MBA '24

Written by: Bob Beach, MBA ’24 My transition from the social sciences to an analytics curriculum has been the right balance of challenge and reward here at UB School of Management.  Though I’m often told that it’s an “unconventional career Continue reading From Social Sciences to Information Technology: My Story

Social Work Principles + Business = Success

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Written by: Ajaylah Humphrey, MSW/MBA ’24 Social work principles and practices can play a valuable and often overlooked role in the business world. Many people hear the term “social worker” and think they only care about the people and money Continue reading Social Work Principles + Business = Success

Buffalo: A Place I Now Call Home 

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Written by: Alexia Hecico, MS in Business Analytics ’24 I remember my first day at UB. I was 19 and had just traveled for over 30 hours. You would expect me to say I was tired, overwhelmed and scared, but Continue reading Buffalo: A Place I Now Call Home 

Why I Chose the 3/2 MBA Program at UB

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Joseph Doona, MBA '25

Written by: Joseph Doona, MBA ’25 Background at UB  When I started at the University at Buffalo, I had no idea what I wanted to do in my professional career. In my first few semesters I was able to speak Continue reading Why I Chose the 3/2 MBA Program at UB

Why I Chose the UB MS in MIS for Opportunities in Cybersecurity

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Written by: Abinash Jena, MS in MIS ’24 From the seabed to space, whatever machines or technologies we incorporate have all had their humble origins. Regardless of when they were developed, it was their original thinking spirit that nudged them Continue reading Why I Chose the UB MS in MIS for Opportunities in Cybersecurity

MBA Stereotypes: True or False?

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Written by: Kaitlyn He, MBA ’24 Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs have long been associated with a myriad of stereotypes, some grounded in truth, others not so much. In this blog, I will debunk some common MBA stereotypes based Continue reading MBA Stereotypes: True or False?

My Top Four Finance Soft Skills

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Written by: Claudia Cabrera, MS in Finance ’24 Over the past few years, we have seen how technological advances are driving unparalleled change. While talking with peers from different schools within UB, I realized that there is a misconception that Continue reading My Top Four Finance Soft Skills

Networking at UB as a First-Year MBA Student

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Written by: Peter Bouris, MBA ’24 Networking is a crucial part of every MBA program. In fact, for many, it is one of the biggest reasons to pursue an MBA. However, it is daunting for almost all first-year students, especially Continue reading Networking at UB as a First-Year MBA Student

Building a Bridge to Success: Mastering the International Student Visa and H1B Journey

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Embarking on a journey to study in the United States is a dream for many, but navigating the complex process of obtaining a student visa can be daunting. In this two-part podcast series (listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify), we Continue reading Building a Bridge to Success: Mastering the International Student Visa and H1B Journey

Why MIS is Your Product Management Power Move

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Written by: Yashwanth Raj Penugonda, MS in MIS ’24 Aspiring to drive product strategy and innovation? A Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MS in MIS) degree can equip you with the diverse skills to excel as a product Continue reading Why MIS is Your Product Management Power Move