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Prior to graduating in May, Phillip Jones (MBA/MPP 2021) detailed his path from the Navy to the HBS classroom and reflected on finding community in the MBA Program [6 minutes]. [...]
When Abena Nyantekyi-Owusu (MBA 2021) came to HBS after seven years at GE Healthcare in Ghana, she brought with her the support of key mentors, a strong interest in technology, and trust in her intuition. All three would play a part in her career planning and decision-making process as she sought out an internship and later a full-time role, even if they weren’t always in perfect alignment. [...]
As Veterans day approaches each year, I like to take time to reflect on my service, how it has changed my life’s trajectory and shaped who I have become. Serving in the military focused my purpose around protecting others: protecting my community after 9/11, protecting my brothers and sisters as we ventured into combat, protecting my fellow veterans as we transitioned back into a difficult world. So it was no surprise to me that as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, I found myself once again seeking to safeguard others, as the Deputy Director of Response Operations for the State of New York. [...]
Adam Palay (Class of 2021) knows a thing or two about making professional pivots. “After completing my AB and MS in English, and deciding to put a PhD on hold, I spent four months teaching myself how to code,” said Adam. He explained, “At the time, a lot of online learning platforms were launching – Coursera, edX, Udacity – and so I was able to learn to code from these new, high quality resources.” As it turned out, edX hired Adam and he spent the next five years in various engineering roles. Adam credits that “on-the-job experience” with teaching him most of what he knows about engineering. [...]
Short Intensive Programs (SIPs) offer students an excellent opportunity to think about career choices, gain practical skills, and explore topics they might otherwise never get to study. SIPs are no fee, no credit courses, and take place during Winter break. [...]
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