Learning Leadership from 'A Major Malfunction'
On September 9, 2014, Dr. Mark Maier was a guest lecturer in BUS 604: Organization and Management lead by Dr. Tom E. Butkiewicz where he presented his world-renowned ethical case study titled: The Story Behind the Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster to Argyros MBA students. Learn more about this experience by listening to the podcast below. This podcast is
Chapman Panthers & the Susan G. Komen 5k
The Chapman Panthers team came out in full force Sunday morning, September 28th, for the Susan Komen 5k. What a great job the team did representing Chapman University. All of which could not have been done if it weren’t for the efforts of Scott Johnson (MBAAA President), Paula Mattison (Team Captain), and the dedicated team of
A Walk Down Wall Street with Professor Burnham
New York has been characterized as the financial capital of the world, which is no surprise. Wall Street continues to be the global hub for market traders and is home to some of the biggest financial firms of the world. Professor Terry Burnham, Associate Professor with the Argyros School of Business and Economics, is planning to
Local company giving Chapman students experience
Why or how are people selected for positions within a company? Some believe it is the cliche, “Not what you know but who you know.” Others believe it is the qualifications that you bring to the table. All of that may be true but I had the privilege to experience a unique environment with the
Chapman Nobel Laureate Vernon Smith to Give Public Talk
Chapman University’s Nobel Laureate Vernon Smith (Economics 2002) will participate in a public talk hosted by the Directors Roundtable and Chapman’s Economic Science Institute later this month. Professor Smith is the keynote speaker at this free talk at the event called “A Dialogue with Nobel Laureate Vernon Smith: The Impact of both Current
MBAs share their experiences on how they balance school and work
With the start of the semester in full swing, Argyros MBAs share their experiences on how they balance school, work and a social life while studying at the George L. Argyros School of Business. As students ourselves, Loren and I enjoy a break from work and school like our other classmates. We asked MBA students
Transfer Student Natalie Matar '15 Takes a Leap of Faith, Lands a Full-Time Job
One semester after Natalie Matar transferred to Chapman University, she made the decision to add a second major (accounting) to her business administration degree. That decision, coupled with the goal to pursue a career in public accounting, brought her into the Argyros School’s Career Services office for assistance. From that first appointment, Natalie learned about
Argyros MBA & Chapman Alum Shine "Light" on Kickstarter
MBA candidate Chris Hauber ‘14 and David Dunn ’10 are entrepreneurs who value their Chapman University connections. Even though they are from different graduating classes, their Chapman affiliation brought them together to establish a creative production company: Light Productions . “My father always told me to surround myself with the most successful people I know,”
Completing the first semester of a Chapman MBA without a business background
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
10 Useful Apps for Argyros MBAs
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
Summer Success Spotlight: MBA candidate shares her experience interning with Nike and advises students to 'Start Now'
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
Chapman Panthers, Chapman MBAAA & the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
One in every eight women suffers from breast cancer. Susan G. Komen is the largest breast cancer organization in the world and currently funds more research for the cause than any other non-profit organization. Since Komen is such a leader in making an impact, I ask all Chapman students who also want to make a