MS Finance, Economics, and Financial Statement Analysis ‘24 student, Mrudula Satish Wagle, shared with the GCMC how she made the most of her summer internship, leading to a full time offer and a decision to pursue further education in finance. Agility is one of the most important things I have learned at my job. Adapting quickly and effectively to changing circumstances has been crucial in meeting the demands of a fast-paced work environment. This skill has allowed me to remain flexible and proactive in finding solutions, ultimately enhancing productivity and achieving optimal outcomes. Additionally, agility has enabled me to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and successfully navigate through various assignments. Networking at work is crucial for individual growth and career advancement. As a Summer Intern, I had the opportunity to build relationships with my colleagues, who were friendly and supportive. Constant interactions with them allowed me to understand various roles an...

Connor Dooling is pursuing a master’s in Statistics with a concentration in Data Science. Fun Fact: Connor enjoys spending time outside. Fengchu Lai is pursuing a master's in Business Analytics with a concentration in Data Analytics. Fun Fact: Fengchu moved to the United States at the age of 15. Hrithik Shukla is pursuing a master’s in Business Analytics with a concentration in Data Analytics. Fun Fact: Hrithik likes to follow various sports, such as boxing. Giving presentations is not exactly everyone’s forte. Speaking to an audience, trying to keep them engaged, and trying not to look and sound like a fool all at the same time can be stressful. Giving team presentations, especially in a competitive environment, is not any less anxiety-inducing. In addition to the three stressors, team members must coordinate with one another so that they perform as one cohesive unit. In the most recent Baruch Data Challenge with Pitney Bowes, winning team members Connor Dooling, Fengchu Lai, a...

  Dimitrios Alevizos , MS Business Analytics A note from Jennifer Seidman, a Career Advisor at the Graduate Career Management Center: Dimitrios exemplifies the epitome of a success story in collaboration with the GCMC. From the outset of his program, he arrived with a clear objective: to carve a path in data analytics and secure a position at L'Oreal. Despite lacking relevant work experience, Dimitrios diligently researched the skills required to position himself as a competitive candidate. In addition to completing his master's degree coursework at Zicklin, he proactively enrolled in a data boot camp. With a solid academic foundation, Dimitrios dedicated his time to meticulous job search preparation. Over the course of more than 25 meetings with the GCMC, he actively engaged in strategic discussions, honed his pitch, meticulously crafted his resume and cover letters, and sharpened his interview skills. Armed with confidence, he networked tirelessly and cultivated relationships...

MS Information Systems, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance '23 student Palak Wadel shared with the GCMC about her work as a Power BI Engineer at Wolfspeed, a semiconductor manufacturing company. What has been one of the most important things you've learned at your internship? One of the key lessons from my Wolfspeed internship is the vital importance of seamless data integration, particularly between SAP and Snowflake, and staying at the forefront of cybersecurity. My role in developing reports emphasized the practicality of integrating data sources for real-time decision- making. Additionally, engagement with the daily threat intelligence team exposed me to state-of-the-art cybersecurity tools like Sentinel and Defender, underscoring the significance of merging theoretical knowledge with practical cybersecurity applications. This experience has reinforced the need for a holistic approach to business intelligence and data security in today's digital landscape. How hav...

Chen Liu is expected to graduate from the MS Information Systems program by Spring 2024. A couple of fun facts about her are that she likes spicy food and traveling.  Chen Liu was in her Tools for Clear Speech workshop when a group of peers began to chat about the job seeking process. When she joined the conversation, one of the students mentioned to her that there would be an International Student and Alum Networking event later that day. They were all going and invited her to come along as well. She eagerly accepted the invitation and, within a few hours, went to the event to meet other students and alumni to learn about their professional experiences thus far. When I sat with Chen Liu for an interview on her experience at the networking event, I asked what motivated her to go, even with such short notice. She stated that finding a job in the data industry, especially since the pandemic, has been difficult. She therefore wanted to take any and every opportunity she could to impro...

This past April, students and professionals gathered at Princeton, New Jersey for the Princeton Fintech and Quant Conference . Among these attendees was Donelle Cummings , an evening MBA student at Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business. Though he is also a full-time practicing physician as a Gastroenterologist and Advanced Endoscopist for New York City Health and Hospitals, he has always been interested in the business side of healthcare. The conference, therefore, was a perfect opportunity for him to explore finance and market-focused subjects.  Given this, Donelle’s experience at the conference was a good one. In fact, the conference had such a positive impact on him that he applied to be a member of the conference’s planning committee. Having been accepted, Donelle spent the past few months working with the committee to plan the next gathering, which will take place in Chicago this Fall.  In early September, I had the privilege of speaking with Donelle about his exper...

Gregory Maro  is expected to graduate from the evening MBA program at Baruch College by May 2026. He is the Chief Operating Officer at Bizzarro Real Estate Agency and has been with the company for about seven years. He is married to his husband, David, and has a dog named Bernie. One August afternoon, I had the privilege of interviewing Gregory Maro–Chief Operating Officer at Bizzarro Real Estate Agency by day and MBA student at the Zicklin School of Business by night. The purpose of the interview was to learn more about his experience in the ROMBA pre-MBA Trek. But even more so, the intention was also to share his story and hopefully inspire other MBA students to step out of the comfort of their classrooms and participate in programs that can be academically and professionally beneficial. With that said, here is my interview with Gregory and I hope you will find it as informative, entertaining, and enlightening as I did:  Elizabeth: I suppose we’ll start with this–for those ...