First Steps to Becoming a First-Generation Graduate Student
Putting the Represented in Underrepresented
From advisor to admit, first-generation student Leticia Garay built up her confidence to join the Sacramento Part-Time MBA program.
Finding Purpose: Pursuing an MBA after U.S. Military Service
‘The veteran network is incredibly strong’
Former Air Force Operations Intelligence Analyst Zach Hunter shares his journey to UC Davis and his call for other veterans to follow in his footsteps.
Three Straight Years: MSBA Ranked in Top 10 Globally for Value for the Money
The UC Davis M.S. in Business Analytics continues to rank among the best in QS 2022 Business Masters Rankings, including No. 7 globally for return on investment.
3 Ways an MBA Propelled My Success in Digital Health
Accelerated opportunities + enhanced business skills + breadth of UC Davis
As a global biopharmaceutical and digital health executive, triple-Aggie alumna Melinda Decker says her MBA kick-started her current career in digital health.
From the Himalayas to San Francisco: Why I Joined the MSBA Program
“It’s the perfect recipe for creating a real impact.”
From a quaint Himalayan town in India to San Francisco, new MSBA student Prithvi Bisht shares the twists and turns in his journey to America.
Collaboration is the Heartbeat of MPAc Program
Learn to become a great team player
MPAc alumna Jaspreet Bola switched from pre-med to accounting, discovering the power of collaboration in our community.
Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month: MSBA Alumna Lands Dream Job at Google
How my Venezuelan culture shaped my academic and professional journey
“Do you want to be successful? If so, help others become successful. It’s a simple formula,” writes MSBA alumna Ana Parra Vera, an MSBA grad now at Google.
Recognizing My Roots: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
MBA alum Benigno Salazar experienced the transformative power of education
After immigrating to the U.S. at age 7, Benigno Salazar has built a career across industries with hard work and influence from his father, and weathering three corporate layoffs.
MSBA Class of 2022 Largest in Program’s History
Master of Science in Business Analytics students from 17 countries arrive in San Francisco.
We’re welcoming our largest MSBA cohort ever, nearly 100 students, and nearly two-thirds of them join our program from notable companies like Microsoft, EY, Uber, Goldman Sachs, Intel and more.
Q&A with MSBA Alum and Nordstrom Data Analyst Khristion Lambert
“It’s not easy, but it’s rewarding.”
“I saw this program as a great opportunity to solidify my skills and transition into the industry,” says Class of 2021 MSBA graduate Khristion Lambert.
Lessons from the Front Lines of Accounting
“Where the rubber meets the road with practical application.”
“I’ve been fortunate to teach and mentor UC Davis students from the inception of the MPAc program,” says Lecturer Crystal Coleman.
C-Suite Insights from My Internship at BNY Mellon
Summer experience ‘gave me everything I was looking for and more.’
Full-Time MBA student Sodontuya Nerguidavaa shares what she learned from top-level executives at leading investment bank in New York City.
Adobe Analytics Challenge: 14 Past Competitors Share How it Impacted Their Careers
Three UC Davis MS in Business Analytics alumni, Ashish Ranshinge, Paridhi Agal, and Vardhini Manivannan, reflect on their experience competing in past Adobe Analytics Challenges and how it "opened doors" for them.
Why Your Onboarding Process Needs to Adapt to a Hybrid Workforce
A study conducted by Professor Kim Elsbach showed that maintaining work relationships is a huge challenge for remote workers, and people who feel connected with their managers (even if it’s through video calls and chats) are more likely to get
How the MSBA Program Provided a Career Boost
Adding tools to my skillset helped me succeed.
Never underestimate the power of your network. Alumna Jessica Padolina, now at BlackRock, says every interview opportunity I earned was because of my network—whether thanks to the MSBA program or from a coworker from a previous job.
Real Change in Health Care Demands Innovation and Empathy
Cutting-edge biotech therapies, combined with hope, lead to healing
A biotech entrepreneur, Natalie Makableh MBA 21 says we need more empathic leaders at the intersection of science and society. Read how she’s changing that.
How I Passed the CPA Exams
MPAc grads’ insight into exam prep and the testing process.
Teaming up with a fellow alumna, Navodi Weerasinghe MPAc 19 shares how she prepared and passed the four CPA exams.
5 Questions for Accounting Professor Paul Wong
Insights and advice for prospective MPAc students.
“Accountants of the future will need to be more analytical in interpreting transactions and accounting information to make informative decisions,” says Assistant Professor Paul Wong.
Samantha Brill Named to Poets&Quants 100 Best and Brightest MBAs
Recognizing her extracurricular activities, leadership and potential, Full-Time MBA student Samantha Brill has been named among Poets&Quants 100 Best & Brightest MBAs: Class of 2021.
Commitment to Community and How to Find Yours
How my energetic personality led to a passion of volunteering.
Bay Area MBA student Kevin Leung, a financial analyst at Facebook, details his journey to UC Davis and how he’s discovered his passion for community support.
