In this episode of the UB School of Management's Manage-A-Bull Podcast, host Patrick Lageraaen interviews Will Gorman, President of the MBA Consulting Group, and Bob Beach, Vice President of the Graduate Management Association (GMA). They discuss their responsibilities in their leadership positions, their motivations for pursuing these roles and the impact it has had on their personal and professional development. Both leaders highlight the challenges they face, such as motivating team members and providing effective feedback. They also emphasize the importance of looking for leadership opportunities in various areas and being open to personal growth and development.

In this episode of the Manage-A-Bull Podcast, host Patrick Lageraaen interviews Professor Dominic Sellitto about his background and his course, IT for Managers. Professor Sellitto discusses the importance of IT literacy for MBA students and how his course covers various topics such as digital product management, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and more. He emphasizes the value of hands-on experience with technology and the need for students to be open to exploring different areas of IT. Professor Sellitto also discusses the potential uses of AI, including simulations for difficult conversations and interview preparation. Overall, the course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of IT and its role in modern business. While an MBA or MS in Business Analytics degree is not necessary for excelling in an IT role, Professor Sellitto believes that these degrees can accelerate career pathways and provide valuable networking opportunities. He encourages students to trust their gut and make decisions that align with their career goals. To learn more about Professor Sellitto or the MBA program, visit our website management.buffalo.edu

This episode was recorded in March 2024

In this episode of the UB School of Management's Manage-A-Bull podcast, host Patrick Lageraaen interviews Terry Rice, a UB MBA alum and managing director for Good People Digital. They discuss Terry's career journey, his current roles, and how he leveraged his education at UB to get where is today. Terry provides practical tips for building a strong personal brand, online presence and making meaningful connections. Terry shares success stories of his own and his clients, emphasizing the importance of studying successful individuals, being active on LinkedIn and reaching out with pointed questions. He advises young adults and college graduates to get clear on their vision and be patient in their career development.

This episode was recorded in February 2024

In this captivating episode of the UB School of Management’s Manage-A-Bull Podcast, our guests Naomi Smith Perrone, academic programs assistant, and Gabrielle Scoccia, a current student, dive into the dynamic world of our Global Programs. 🌎

Episode Highlights:

Beyond Borders: Discover the key distinctions between our global programs and traditional study abroad experiences.

Student Insights: Gain firsthand insights into the student journey within these transformative classes.

Jet-Setting Adventures: Explore recent program trips and their profound impact on participants’ perspectives in the ever-evolving realm of business.

Tune in as we unravel the threads that connect cultures, foster global competence and shape the future of business leaders. 🎧✈️

This episode was recorded in February 2024

This episode was recorded in December 2023.

In this episode of the UB School of Management's Manage-A-Bull Podcast, host Akshay Prabhakar Koltewar interviews Fouad Laajine, an MBA student and Fulbright Scholar. Fouad shares his journey that led him to pursue an MBA at UB and explains the Fulbright Scholarship program. He discusses the challenges he faced during the application process and offers advice to prospective students considering applying for the scholarship. Fouad also reflects on the impact of the Fulbright Scholarship and the MBA program on his personal and professional life, and shares his plans for the future.

This episode was recorded in December 2023.

In today's episode we are joined by Professor Marla Kameny, who is faculty director of LeaderCORE and the Master of Science and Management classes starting in fall of 2024. She also teaches three elective courses, MGB 615, Leadership, Executive Presence and Emotional Intelligence, MGB 630 and 631, which is Foundations of LeaderCORE 1 and 2. And she is also the elective course professor for MGI's 601 Workforce Engagement in the spring. Join us as we learn about her path to teaching at UB, the 15 years she spent in Louisiana and her favorite place to get chicken wings!

This episode was recorded in November 2023.

In today's episode we are joined by Kaitlin Lafferty, a first-year MBA student and a U.S. Army veteran. In the Army, she was a Black Hawk helicopter pilot and left as a captain. After a brief stint in the industry, she came back to pursue a graduate degree to gain skills for long-term success. Today we talk to her about her Army experience, transition to civilian life, experiences at UB and what's next.

This episode was recorded in November 2023.

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Veljko Fotak,

This episode was recorded in October 2023.

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Bob Neubert, as

This episode was recorded in October 2023.