Feedback from Past Participants

AT WHAT POINT DID YOU DECIDE TO PURSUE AN MBA, AND WHY?

“I decided to pursue my MBA as a senior in college after attending HBS’s Summer Venture in Management Program (SVMP). Throughout college I interned in both nonprofits and tech, sectors in which attending business school was not as common or encouraged. SVMP showed me the value of an MBA, and the unique power of the case method teaching style. I saw firsthand how learning business skills through discussion allowed for more collaborative and inclusive approaches to solving problems.”
  • ASHLEY REID (SVMP 2016, MBA 2023)

WHY DID YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN SVMP?

“I wanted to attend SVMP to add value to my resume, learn some new management skills, and network with talented peers.”
  • VICTOR HUNT (SVMP 2017)

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE?

“I quickly learned that each person has a unique and valuable background to offer, and it is through the active process of sharing perspectives that allows the classroom to come alive. I was surprised by the extent of knowledge and confidence that I gained in such a short period of time. By the end of the week, I was so enriched by the exchange of perspectives and ideas.”
  • AMIR WILLIAMS (SVMP 2017)

WHAT DID YOU LEARN AT SVMP?

“SVMP taught me that HBS is a place that cultivates leaders who are already doing amazing things in their communities and brings them together to refine their skill sets to make an even greater impact. An MBA degree gives you the leverage make the most out of every opportunity that comes your way.”
  • OLAMIDE OLOWE (SVMP 2017)