Making strategic decisions in marketing, finance, research and development
Markstrat is an engaging, hands-on business simulation that brings marketing strategy to life. Bay Area MBA student Timothy O'Brien shared how it offers invaluable experience in strategic decision-making, market research, and team collaboration—skills that directly apply to real-world business success.
MBA students craft a digital growth strategy
Full-Time MBA Min Zhu and her teammates used their skills in an Integrated Management Project (IMP) to develop a digital growth strategy for SFMOMA, enhancing online retail through data-driven insights and a four-pillar approach.
Connecting with industry leaders in real estate, land development, banking, and sustainable agriculture
MBA students Myrna Couch and Allison Judy share how the first all-women MBA International Study Trip to Chile explored business, culture, and the country’s efforts to expand STEM opportunities for women.
Our UC Davis MBA team advances to Top 8 in Tepper’s Tech Innovation Challenge
Full-Time MBA student Marianna De Lima Freitas and her team envisioned a generative AI healthcare solution to advance to the top 8 in Tepper’s Tech Innovation Challenge, competing against 50 MBA teams from other top business schools.
"The ceiling of where this can go is incredible."
UC Davis and Financial Times' Biz Quiz brings together student teams from California to New York for an intense, nationwide competition. Teams battle in buzzer-style rounds, showcasing business knowledge and national recognition.
Competition tests our knowledge of global business news
Preparing for the UC Davis-Financial Times Biz Quiz is no small feat. Full-Time MBA Oyindamola Odunmarayo says the teamwork reminded her that “success often comes from consistent effort and the willingness to learn from others.”
Insights and advice from alumni at Google, Meta, Microsoft and more
Imagine rapidly posing questions to leaders at Microsoft, Google, Meta, Apple, Salesforce—and gaining insights into AI and personal branding all in one evening. MSBA students Fatima Haroon and Katrin Maliatski share their takeaways.
Building professional relationships with execs and alumni
The third annual Speed Networking Event connects MBA and MSBA students with tech industry experts from Meta, Microsoft, and Google, offering insights into career paths and the skills companies value.
My MBA journey as an U.S. Coast Guardsman
A top 5 Military Friendly grad school, UC Davis offers best-in-class support for veterans and those on active duty. Full-Time MBA Andrew Collins, a U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant, shares about the collaborative spirit, skill building and hands-on learning similar to his service experiences.
Overview of the MSBA year-long practicum project
Elevate your data analytics and communications skills by collaborating with clients like Fashom, an online fashion retailer. MSBA alum Rohit Desai shares how his team created an AI solution during the practicum project.
“Leveraging student expertise for societal good”
Doing well by doing good is part of our mantra. Student teams often partner with mission-driven non-profits to expand their impact. Sacramento MBA Tom Garberson blogs about helping Hui sustainably reach more families with its wellbeing programs.
Mining data to develop strategic business solutions at SCJ Lifestyle Brands
Full-Time MBA student Simrun Bhandal shares how she leveraged data, strategic thinking, and her communication skills to drive innovation and sustainability at her CPG internship at SC Johnson.
Key takeaways as an organizer of Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit
Sacramento MBA Ryan Advincula recaps Metro EDGE’s Emerge Summit—which he helped organize—featuring sessions led by classmates and faculty on workplace evolution, personal branding, and stereotypes.
“Setting the gold standard for student success”
Double Aggie Taylor Stanton says his undergrad degree and Bay Area MBA propelled his Silicon Valley communications career forward. He coins it the “Davis Difference,” an action-oriented mindset to tackle any personal and professional goal.
My MBA skills opened several doors at TurtleTree
Minh Nguyen shares how his MBA at UC Davis and his food science background led him to a unique role on TurtleTree’s product team. Discover how taking risks in his career opened doors to innovative food tech and sustainability.
Developing skills in tech inventory and operations management
Full-time MBA student Ravi Teja Viswavarapu blogs about his summer internship with the NBA’s Sacramento Kings, putting his MBA skills into play and gaining career-changing experience in tech inventory and operations.
Diana Tran earned a major scholarship and Big 4 job offer before MPAc started
Alumna Diana Tran highlights how the MPAc program enhanced her technical skills, including data analytics, and interpersonal skills, such as presentations and teamwork, effectively preparing her for her role at PwC.
Recommending cybersecurity technologies and sustainable smart city solutions
Recent Full-Time MBA grad Yash Asthana shares the challenges and satisfaction of leading a UC Davis team project to develop cybersecurity and smart city solutions for corporate client BlackBerry.
MSBA becomes my pipeline to mastering analytics
MSBA alumna Yuna Kim highlights her transformation through the hands-on practicum project for a leading healthcare provider and taking second place in the Aggie Hackathon.
Q&A with Genentech Executive Sunita Dhar
Gain insights from Sunita Dhar, Genentech’s executive medical group director and member of the Biotechnology Advisory Council of our Industry Immersion program. She discusses mentorship, industry roles, and leadership development in our Q&A.