Join Daniel Martinez, a first-year MBA candidate, as he dives into the highs, lows, and everything in between of life inside business school. From late-night study sessions to navigating group projects, networking events, and the balancing act of personal life, this podcast offers an authentic, unfiltered look at the MBA experience. Whether you’re considering business school, already enrolled, or just curious about what it's really like to pursue an MBA, tune in for candid insights, lessons learned, and a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what it takes to succeed in a demanding program. Get ready to hear stories of growth, challenge, and inspiration—straight from the frontlines of first-year business school! 

In this episode, we chat with second-year MBA student Paige Manning, who is concentrating in marketing and making an exciting transition from a healthcare background to the fast-paced world of the Big Three auto industry at Stellantis. Paige shares her summer internship experiences, focusing on high-impact marketing projects, leveraging her unique background, and adapting to a new industry. She provides insights into the challenges she faced, the skills she honed, and how this role is shaping her future career path. Tune in for actionable advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and key takeaways that could inspire your own journey through career transitions and marketing innovation!

In this episode, we chat with second year MBA student, Christine Corsi, who completed her summer intership at Ecolab. We dive into real world experiences within the finance industry from focusing on high-impact projects and navigating corporate culture to the skills she honed, which led to her receiving a full time offer. She shares insights on her introduction to the finance world and how her role is shaping her future career path. Tune in for actionable advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and key takeaways that could inspire your own internship journey! 

In this episode, we chat with second year MBA student, Anthony Rizzo, who completed his summer intership at Johnson&Johnson. We dive into real world experiences within the HR industry from focusing on high-impact projects and navigating corporate culture, to the skills he honed and challenges he overcame. He shares insights on his introduction to the HR world and how his role is shaping his future career path. Tune in for actionable advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and key takeaways that could inspire your own internship journey! 

In this episode, we chat with second year MBA student, Gustavo Dobrovolski Pereira, who is fresh off his summer internship at Bayer. We dive into his real-world experiences, from high-impact projects and navigating corporate culture, to the skills he honed and challenges he overcame. He shares insight on how this role in procurement is shaping his future career path. Tune in for actionable advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and key takeaways that could inspire your own internship journey!

In this episode, we gathered insights from a select group of graduating students from the class of 2024, delving into their program experiences and exploring their visions for the future.

Join us for the final episode of the Women in Business series, where Olivia English and Konica Baveja share their inspiring journey to the MBA program. They prove that with perseverance and the right mindset, women can achieve success and make things happen. Through their stories, they demonstrate the power of leadership, the importance of student resource groups, and the value of learning from challenges. Get ready to be inspired as they discuss their growth and how they plan to apply their MBA learning lessons to transition into new roles. Make sure to stay tuned until the end, as they turn the tables on Tania and ask her about her experiences.

In the second episode of the Women in Business Series, we are truly inspired by Alyse Hines, a second-year MBA student. Despite dealing with a chronic disease, she persevered and discovered her passion for Supply Chain Management. Through her faith and support system, she hopes to empower other women to pursue their dreams with determination and perseverance. Alyse's story is a powerful reminder that with hard work and resilience, we can overcome any obstacle and achieve our goals.

The Women in Business series has returned and is better than ever before! We recently had the privilege of interviewing a remarkable Marketing Professor who has inspired many through her work and hopes to leave behind a great legacy. Join us and hear Dr. Ruvio's advice for women on how to navigate their careers based on her life experiences. From balancing roles, breaking barriers, and defining success to creating an impact by having a voice, she encourages all of us to "take charge of our lives, well-being, and happiness."

In this episode, we explore the diverse and dynamic concentration of Human Resources and Strategic Management through the lens of students Bryce and Hayden as they share their unique perspectives. Join us as they share the motivations behind choosing HR as their concentration within MSU's MBA program and the insights gained from their journey. Join the conversation as we delve into the importance of cultivating a people-centric approach, driving employee engagement, and becoming advocates for positive workplace experiences. Whether you're an HR professional, a student exploring career paths, or someone passionate about the human element of business, this episode promises valuable insights to empower and inspire.