The Managerial Finance course with Assistant Teaching Professor in Finance Tianyue Zhao was the most transformative part of my MBA experience. Even though my focus was marketing, this course ignited a deep passion for finance and opened my eyes to new career possibilities. It reshaped my career trajectory and broadened my understanding of the financial world, ultimately guiding my decision to pursue a career in finance.

MBA, Finance

My nontraditional business school background makes me stand out. Having a multidisciplinary background that spans both the humanities and social sciences, and working in the nonprofit sector, I see things differently.

MBA

I found a family aspect in Whitman. It's not like other big programs where there is a competitive environment. I didn’t choose Whitman because I was already in Syracuse; I chose it because of the atmosphere it provided.

MBA

The Whitman School of Management strives to make sure every student succeeds. They don’t just hand out A’s but rather ensure that you truly understand and are learning the material, making their classes geared towards the working world. They want their students to do well in school as well as in the real world.

M.S., Professional Accounting

I tell students that there are ways to combine your accounting careers with other interests and passions. Not everyone has to take the traditional public accounting route, but you have to be smart about your career moves... It’s going to be a ride, and it won’t always be linear, so always look two steps ahead to see if the path you’re on will take you where you want to be.

Accounting, Public Relations

The main advantage is that we get a lot of opportunities and space to not only study but allocate time for ourselves on a personal level. We are able to explore extracurricular activities from sports, clubs and on-campus events.

Full-Time Masters

The program equips students with a general understanding of marketing as well as how to think strategically and how to analyze problems from different aspects. The program is very much oriented toward training people to be business leaders who don’t just look at a problem from a surface value, but also understand the economic impact of certain decisions.

Masters in Marketing

The Whitman School has not only provided me with a robust academic foundation but has also been instrumental in fostering my career development. The collaborative and supportive community at the Whitman School has made my journey a truly wonderful and unexpected one, defying the concerns often associated with international master's programs.”

Business Analytics

I do my best to stay connected with fellow alumni despite our busy schedules. Additionally, I stay in touch with the Career Center and academic staff to help current students by sharing my knowledge and experiences.

MBA

I wanted to gain a more advanced understanding of how business works,” he says. “I decided an MBA would be most appropriate because it encompasses marketing, sales, finance, business, analytics and leadership strategy to expand my skills and competencies so that I could prepare myself for higher professional responsibilities.”

MBA