Business Beyond Usual

In this episode — recorded in person in February, before the COVID-19 pandemic took widespread hold — hosts Jeff and Stephanie talk with special guests John Byrne, founder of the B-school website Poets&Quants, and Scott DeRue, the Edward J. Frey Dean of the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. The wide-ranging discussion on the long-term outlook for MBA programs covers such topics as the impact of technology on business education, the importance of experiential learning, and the role of STEM programs. 

The episode is part of the 2020 MBA Summit sponsored by Poets&Quants and Michigan Ross.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Hosts: Jeff Church, Stephanie Simpson
• Guests: John Byrne, Scott DeRue
• Executive Producers: Adam Fasher, Andres Fuentes-Afflick, and Bob Needham
• Producers: Jason Rock, Stephanie Simpson, Saba Alemnew, Katie Coleman, Jeff Church, Alexander Perrin, Patricio Rivera, and Joshua Troger
• Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman

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In this special episode, produced in conjunction with the Sanger Leadership Center at Michigan Ross, we explore the power of storytelling. What can a good story accomplish, and how do we go about crafting one? We hear from a storytelling expert from Wolf & Heron as well as two student storytellers at Michigan Ross involved in Sanger’s Story Lab program, one of whom shares a compelling story of her own developed during the program.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Producer/Host: Stephanie Simpson
• Guests: Stephanie Judd, Sarah Raney, Kelley Sousa, Evan Marie Allison, Gui Ruggiero
• Executive Producers: Adam Fasher, Andres Fuentes-Afflick, and Bob Needham
• Producers: Stephanie Simpson, Jason Rock, Saba Alemnew, Katie Coleman, Jeff Church, Alexander Perrin, Patricio Rivera, and Joshua Troger
• Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman

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In this episode, host Jeff talks with guests Nick, Cameron, Bridget, and Carlos about their background, their goals, and their experiences navigating the recruiting process. They cover resources available for recruiting at Ross, working with the Career Development Office, the value of Ross’ FACT career support groups, the power of the University of Michigan network, and lots of tips to make the recruiting process a success.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Host: Jeff Church
• Guests: Nick Campbell, Cameron Charman, Bridget Manning, Carlos Perez
• Executive Producers: Adam Fasher, Andres Fuentes-Afflick, and Bob Needham
• Producers: Jason Rock, Stephanie Simpson, Saba Alemnew, Katie Coleman, Jeff Church, Alexander Perrin, Patricio Rivera, and Joshua Troger
• Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman

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Welcome to a new expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student talking about their interests  — this week, hear from BBA senior Harpreet Kalsi about the upcoming Michigan Tech Expo.

Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” covering career-related treks available through Ross.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeffrey Church and Alex Perrin
• Guest: Harpreet Kalsi
• Executive Producers: Andres Fuentes-Afflick, Adam Fasher, and Bob Needham

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International Women's Day is March 8. In this episode of "Business Beyond Usual," hosts Katie and Saba talk with guests Carolina, Avani, and Eugenia about the rewards and challenges of life as an international woman MBA student. They cover building an effective support system, formal and informal resources available at Ross, staying connected to family at home, how the Ross community incorporates international experiences, challenges facing women in business, and how to find the best ethnic food in the Ann Arbor area.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Hosts: Saba Alemnew, Katie Coleman
• Guests: Carolina Quinteros Flores, Avani Sharma, Eugenia Tazetdinova
• Executive Producers: Adam Fasher, Andres Fuentes-Afflick, and Bob Needham
• Producers: Jason Rock, Stephanie Simpson, Saba Alemnew, Katie Coleman, Jeffrey Church, Alexander Perrin, Patricio Rivera, and Joshua Troger
• Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman

Copyright 2019 - University of Michigan

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Welcome to a new expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student talking about their interests  — this week, hear from Mike Sessine about life as a dual-degree student getting his medical degree along with his MBA.

Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” covering career-related treks available through Ross.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeffrey Church and Alex Perrin
• Guest: Mike Sessine
• Executive Producers: Andres Fuentes-Afflick, Adam Fasher, and Bob Needham

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The opening days of the Michigan Ross experience often includes MTrek — a memorable trip and a great opportunity to start bonding with your classmates before the start of classes. But that’s just the beginning. Ross also offers opportunities for treks throughout the U.S. and overseas to help expand your horizons and take the next step in your career. Listen to hear about the amazing opportunities these Ross students have taken advantage of.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Host: Jason Rock
• Guests: Ben Quam, LC Staten, Cal Richards
• Executive Producers: Adam Fasher, Andres Fuentes-Afflick, and Bob Needham
• Producers: Jason Rock, Stephanie Simpson, Saba Alemnew, Katie Coleman, Jeffrey Church, Alexander Perrin, Patricio Rivera, and Joshua Troger
• Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman

Copyright 2019 - University of Michigan

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a new expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student, talking about their interests and a Ross club they’re involved with — this week, hear from Jake Corness about this weekend's Boyne ski trip.

Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” covering career-related treks available through Ross.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeffrey Church and Alex Perrin
• Guest: Jake Corness
• Executive Producers: Andres Fuentes-Afflick, Adam Fasher, and Bob Needham

Copyright 2019 - University of Michigan

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a new expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student, talking about their interests and a Ross club they’re involved with — this week, hear from Caleb Idiaghe of the Africa Business Club and its upcoming event AfroBeats.

Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” covering career-related treks available through Ross.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeffrey Church and Alex Perrin
• Guest: Caleb Idiaghe
• Executive Producers: Andres Fuentes-Afflick, Adam Fasher, and Bob Needham

Copyright 2019 - University of Michigan

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a new expansion of the “Business Beyond Usual” concept. Each week, a couple members of the regular “BBU” team will run down the top happenings at Michigan Ross for the coming week. They’ll also feature a spotlight interview with a current student, talking about their interests and a Ross club they’re involved with — this week, hear from Roy Yewah of the Black Business Students Association about the group's upcoming Alfred L. Edwards Conference, focused on the issues, challenges, and opportunities encountered by underrepresented minorities in the business world.

Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” covering what to do after you've been admitted to an MBA program.

Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected].

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Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

• Episode Producers and Hosts: Jeffrey Church and Alex Perrin
• Guest: Roy Yewah
• Executive Producers: Andres Fuentes-Afflick, Adam Fasher, and Bob Needham

Copyright 2019 - University of Michigan

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.