Akshar Awalgaonkar (EMBA 2020) reviews the questions and decisions that led him to pursue a mid-career MBA and provides advice for others considering the same.
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EMBA Global Electives: Shaping the Future of the Wine Industry
Discover more about Kellogg’s global electives from Cady Dolan Johnson (EMBA 2018), who shares her experience in Portugal advising famed wine company, Adega Mayor.
Recapping the EMBA TechVenture Elective in India
Julie Weber Ugarte (EMBA 2018) shares how the TechVenture India elective enhanced her EMBA experience and deepened her perspective on the merits of the Kellogg global network.
An International EMBA Student on Culture, Creativity and Opportunity
Aina Fadina (EMBA 2019) looks ahead to her second year in the EMBA program and shares how her culture has prepared her to seize the business opportunities that cross her path.
Kellogg EMBA Is About We, Not Me
Alison Bullock (EMBA 2018) celebrates the camaraderie and support she experienced during her EMBA program by emphasizing “we” over “I.”
The Surprising Things I Learned While Getting My MBA
Elspeth Moffat (EMBA 2018) looks back on her two years at Kellogg and shares surprising things she learned about herself while getting her degree.
Four Lessons Learned from the Kellogg Global Women’s Summit
Lauren Levine (2Y 2019) shares the elements of the 2018 Kellogg Global Women’s Summit that will stay close to heart as she moves forward in her career after business school.
A Special Address from Joe Biden at Kellogg
Nicholas Michael (2Y 2018) recaps Vice President Biden’s visit to the Global Hub and discusses how this prestigious event embodies the Kellogg experience.
How Kellogg Women Support Each Other: A Post from Kate Smith
Kate Smith ’98, assistant dean of admissions and financial aid and a Kellogg alumna, highlights how Kellogg women support each other throughout their careers.
A Finalist’s Perspective of the Kellogg Venture Challenge
Michael Huthwaite (EMBA 2019) shares his experience at the Kellogg Venture Challenge, where his was one of eight companies that were asked to present. He went home the Fan Favorite prize and many lessons learned from the entire process.
Overcoming Doubts and Finding Courage to Start an EMBA Program
As Beatriz Buendia (EMBA 2018) nears the end of her EMBA journey in Miami, she shares some of the anxieties that had initially held her back from seeking an MBA and the support system that helped her overcome her doubts.
The EMBA Launch Week Experience: 77 Individuals Became 114 Today
Per Stephanie Proesel (EMBA 2019): “The next two years of countdowns, challenges, ups and downs, enrichment and engagement will be two of the most memorable years of our professional lives.”