The summer is coming to an end and so is my first experience in the business world. With a bachelors degree in communications, I have limited experience with business. My first semester at Chapman, I enrolled in accounting and economics, both being firsts for me. I was nervous on my first day in each of
Does technology play a big role in your life? Start now and incorporate technology into your academics while pursuing your MBA at the George L. Argyros School of Business & Economics. Even though technology is constantly changing, below is a list of some of the classic web and mobile applications to launch your career as a successful
We had the pleasure of catching up with Jacqueline Becerra, MBA Candidate, Class of 2014. Where are you interning this summer? NIKE, Inc. WHQ in Beaverton, OR. What does a typical day there look like for you? What are your main responsibilities? Almost every morning I walk down to this amazing local coffee shop in downtown
Since 2007, Chapman University been my home away from home. My name is Loren Diaz (’11) and I live in the city of Orange, work full-time with the Center for Global Education and go to school part-time at the George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics. Why Chapman? It’s no surprise I chose Chapman University’s Flex MBA program.
One of the most beneficial programs I’ve taken part in as an MBA student at Chapman University is the Mentor Program. Argyros Career Services offers the program to all MBA students by matching them with a professional in their field of interest for guidance and direction. I say “matched” because mentors and mentees select one
The Chapman University “Business in Scandinavia” course has come to an end, and what a trip it has been. Traveling across much of Sweden and Finland for two weeks, we have gained unique insights into the rapidly growing high-tech business environment of Scandinavia while learning about local culture, making professional contacts, and developing and deepening
Continued from Part I of Jonathan’s story “I don’t think you realize how hard it is to find a job outside the Navy, you will never succeed.” As my time in the Navy was winding down and I sat down with the Command Master Chief those words always resonated with me. Was this a tactic
“Pull up your pants you clown, who do you think you are wearing your pants at your ankles.” Those were the first words spoken to me as I exited the bus and lined up for basic training at Great Lakes, Illinois. As a young man who spent his high school surfing and skating, I found
On a beautiful Friday afternoon, MBA students at the Argyros School set sail for one of the program’s main annual traditions – MBA at Sea! 60 students gathered on a two-deck cruise in Newport Beach with plans to spend four hours sailing, taking in stunning views, enjoying delicious appetizers and listening to great music. After
According to the Institute of International Education’s 2010 Open Doors Report for the 2008-2009 academic year, less than 31,000 U.S. graduate students participated in a course abroad for academic credit. While most professional graduate students are unable to escape for a semester or year-long program abroad, short-term opportunities are a great way to learn a
People often ask me: what does a master’s degree in business have to do with being a Police Officer? I already had a strong desire to learn more about the foundations of business. But before I applied to the Argyros School of Business and Economics at Chapman University, I needed to understand how this degree
The MBA Association threw together yet another successful event this past Saturday at the Angels Tailgate and Game. The event sold out and there was a perfect blend of student, alumni, and faculty in attendance. To top it off, the game even went into extra innings! There was a slight spin on this event in comparison to