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
2014 High School Workshop in Experimental Economics
June 15-21, 2014 The Economic Science Institute hosted a one week-long International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) and Thomas W. Smith Foundation sponsored workshop on experimental economics for high school students from all over the nation. Taught by a visiting instructor, Kyle Hampton, Ph.D., assistant professor of economics and director of the Center for Economic Education at the University
A Day in the Life of a Flex MBA
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.
Mentor Office Visit with Jeff Larson
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
Argyros MBAs in Scandinavia For International Business Travel Course
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