Michigan State University Full-Time MBA, Broad College of Business

MSU MBA LinkedIn Student Spotlight! Today we are shining a light on Michael Bydlak! Michael's diverse experience and passion for continuous learning make him a strong asset in our community!  We are glad to have Michael as part of our MSU MBA team! #MSUMBA #StudentSpotlight #Leadership #Community Learn more about Michael: > What is your background prior to joining the MBA program? Prior to me pursuing my MBA, I had over 10 years of work experience, where I worked in the New York/New Jersey area in Operations for a trucking company and retail in NYC, and the last 5 years I worked for Sotheby's Wine as a Cellar Coordinator. I graduated in 2012 from Westfield State University in Westfield, Massachusetts with a undergraduate degree in Business Management/Marketing. > What is the reason you joined the MBA program? I joined the MBA program to not only gain more skills and knowledge, but also to help me find my way. I had thought about Business school in the past, and I had some health issues in 2022 where I was out of work for a few months and during that time, that was when I really started to think about the next step in my journey to being happy and pursung my dreams. Over the last several years, I had many different jobs and and even the last one I had I knew I didn't have any opportunities to advance and I was tired of having deadend jobs. I wanted to not just have a job but have a career and find what exactly it was that I am passionate about. Being here at MSU has really allowed me to explore what I truly want to do going forward once I graduate and I couldn't be happier with my decision to be here as it was truly the right move for me. > What are your goals following graduation from the MBA Program? The first goal is to use the knowledge and business acumen and continue to strive to learn and improve and to help implement new ideas in an organization. Another goal of mine is to work at a college/university in recruitement/talent acquisition. I would love to have the opportunity to recruit students who want to pursue their MBA and share with them my experience and knowledge that I learned at MSU. If not the education sector, then I would also like to work for an organization that allows me to get the exposure through an HRLDP of other areas of HR and be able to take on more responsibilities and train and manage others.

MSU MBA Blog Post: Embracing Leadership and Community Through Student Resource Groups We are excited to introduce our newest blog post by Leo Dominguez, the president of the Multicultural MBA Association and founder of the Run Club within the Broad Full-Time MBA program. In his blog post, Leo shares his journey of embracing leadership and building a strong sense of community, highlighting his efforts to promote cross-cultural participation and fitness. His dedication has fostered an inclusive environment that enriches members' experiences and prepares them for success in a diverse business world. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g8XqsKrE #MBAjourney #msu #mba #internationalstudy #michiganstate #studentlife

Join Spartan Pride, Michigan State University MBA Entrepreneurship Association and our Full-Time MBA Director of Admission, Kara Tripi for this engaging and insightful event! We are excited to welcome Elaine M. Barr and Sara Pulver, who will share their valuable experiences and insights. Register at https://lnkd.in/gNNCBn-N

MSU MBA LinkedIn Student Spotlight! Today we are shining a light on Chloe Pottenger! Chloe's diverse background and passion for corporate finance make her a valuable addition to the class of 2026! We are glad to have Chloe as part of our MSU MBA team! #MSUMBA #StudentSpotlight #Leadership #Community Learn more about Chloe:  > What is your background prior to joining the MBA program? I graduated from Michigan State University in my Undergrad studying International Relations and Japanese language. During my time in Undergrad, I worked at a B2B marketing firm in Tokyo Japan where I worked in their social media content department. > What is the reason you joined the MBA program? I joined the Broad MBA program in order to gain more business acumen after my undergrad education. I wanted to learn the quantitative and business skills that my undergrad education lacked. > What are your goals following graduation from the MBA Program?  My goals after joining the MBA program have changed since i have joined. I have learned that i am very passionate about working in Finance roles. With the help of taking my introductory classes I was able to find a passion in corporate investments and finance as a whole. I would love to find a way to mold what I am learning in my MBA program outside of the classroom into a future career in finance.

Exciting insights from Kara Tripi, our Director of Admissions, in her recent Q&A on MBA Insight! Discover how Broad College is evolving with new leadership and innovative curriculum changes, including a sub-concentration in corporate social responsibility and sustainability. Learn more about what we value in applicants and get tips for a successful application process. Check out the full interview on MBA Insight: https://lnkd.in/gXbbHKC2

As we embark on the new semester in 2025, we are proud to highlight the achievements of our MSU MBA Full-Time Program Class of 2024 graduates. We are thrilled to share updates on the post-MBA journeys of Aditya Bapat, Ya-Wen Juang, Bibhuti Mishra, Bryce Chatman, Olivia English, Abhishek E., and Elliot Smith,! Discover where they are now and join us in celebrating their continued success and future endeavors! #MBA #MSU #MichiganState #CareerJourney #Amazon #EY #Chevron #AppliedMaterials #MotMot #Google #ProctorandGamble

Celebrating as 2024 comes to a close with Fall 2024 photos! From unforgettable experiences to our unwavering Spartan spirit, our MSU Full-Time MBA program continues to excel. Thank you for being part of this journey. Here's to another year of excellence and innovation! Go Green! #classof2025 #classof2026 #msu #mba

Wrapping up 2024 with fond memories from spring of 2024! ✅ Fall photos to come! From enriching learning experiences to thriving Spartan spirit, our MSU Full-Time MBA program continues to shine. Here's to another year of excellence and innovation! Go Green! #MSU #FullTimeMBA #SpartanPride #GoGreen #2024Reflections

Happy Holidays to Everyone! We are so excited to enjoy the winter wonders at MSU! The Red River behind our own Minskoff Pavilion building is breathtaking! Photo Credit: Michigan State University

MSU MBA LinkedIn Student Spotlight! Today we are shining a light on Ishika Gupta! Ishika was elected First-Year Representative for the Multicultural MBA Association this fall, we are very excited to see her contributions and the positive impact she will bring to the Broad MBA Community! We are glad to have Ishika as part of our MSU MBA team! #MSUMBA #StudentSpotlight #Leadership #Community Learn more about Ishika: > What is your background prior to joining the MBA program? Before starting my MBA journey, I spent over five years in the tech industry as a Product Manager. I led a fantastic team, designed innovative solutions, and found ways to make both my team and our customer happier and more productive. I even created an alternate web app that saved a whopping $1.5 million in licensing costs—it was a game-changer! > What is the reason you joined the MBA program? After years in tech, I realized I wanted to do more than just build products; I wanted to shape the strategy behind them. An MBA felt like the perfect way to combine my technical know-how with business skills, especially in areas like Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics. And when you think Supply Chain, you think Broad—it was a no-brainer to join a program that’s known for its strength in this field. Plus, I’ve always loved learning, and this program has been an exciting new chapter! > What are your goals following graduation from the MBA Program? My big goal is to transition into Product Management and Business Strategy roles, where I can take ownership of creating impactful products and solutions. I’m particularly passionate about working on tech innovations that not only make our everyday lives easier but also contribute to a more sustainable future. I want to be at the intersection of technology and strategy, driving decisions that prioritize both business growth and giving back to the community.It’s about making sure we’re moving forward in a way that’s smart and responsible.