What I Learned at the National Association of Women MBA Conference
At the National Association of Women MBA (NAWMBA) conference during October 19-21, women leaders from various industries and businesses gathered in one room to share best practices, industry trends, and stories of personal development and career exploration. I met Dianna Klein, who shared her prediction of the role of drones in business; Davina Linguist from […]
Who are these Mini-CEOs? (Product Managers)
By, Krunal Barabde Why do we do MBA? Some of us want to change the career path, some want to become entrepreneurs, some to move in managerial roles, but one thing is common in all everybody of us were not happy with what we were doing earlier. If somebody looks deep inside he/she will realize […]
Natural Sciences Manager
For those of you who still have an interest in research and development, a career as a natural sciences manager may be for you. It is a very good option that combines both the managerial skills and the penchant for research. Generally natural sciences managers are responsible for coordinating the work of various scientists, physicists, […]
Meet & Greet: An evening with the Executive MBAs
Last weekend, Thunderbird Executive MBAs and Full-time MBAs had the opportunity to meet, network, exchange ideas and just get to know each other. It was a great evening of good conversation and meeting new friends, organized by Anthony Dezilva, EMBA class of ’15 and Jennifer Eagar, MBA class of ’14. This was the first time an event was […]
Tennis pro starts new path with Thunderbird MBA
By Daryl James Pressure-packed business trips took Story Tweedie-Yates ’13 to five continents in six years, yet she came to Thunderbird with no corporate experience in 2011. As a touring professional in the Women’s Tennis Association, the U.S. player gained a different type of experience. “Tennis allowed me to develop the ability to cope with stress,” said […]
MBA+ Video Challenge
Two years ago, Thunderbird students took home the top prize. Could this be the year when Thunderbird students take home the top prize once again? There is just one week left for students to get their videos together for the 3rd annual MBA+ challenge video contest, a contest put on by the Global Business School […]
Where is home for a T-bird?
By Rahul Garg ‘13 While waiting in line to clear U.S. Customs at Newark Liberty International Airport, I glanced at the sign above me that said “Welcome home” referring to U.S. citizens. Since I am a U.S. citizen, I guess the sign applies to me. But having spent the summer in India, I felt a […]
