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Take Your Dog to Work Day, the just-for-fun national holiday originally designed by Pet Sitters International to promote dog adoptions in 1999, is this Friday, June 22. This year's celebration is the 20th anniversary and will likely garner attention
Host Jimmie Markham, communications manager for the Naveen Jindal School of Management at The University of Texas at Dallas, welcomes Mark Madden to the show. Madden is executive vice president and managing principle of Cejka Executive Search.
Overview of skills needed by e-commerce managers and how these map to the courses offered at the MS or Master of Science in Marketing at UT Dallas. The e-commerce marketing professional requires a breadth of knowledge beyond the ecommerce platforms,
Ready to take the next step in your career? An Executive MBA could grant you the theoretical knowledge and soft skills needed to advance in a competitive workforce.
UT Dallas offers five paths to earning an MBA. Each MBA requires 53 credit hours to complete and all are accredited by AACSB – the gold standard for business schools.
How am I going to be able to maintain balance between work, school and family? I remember asking this question as I was talking with Pamela Foster Brady, director of the Jindal School’s Executive MBA program.
WellVia Chief Technology Officer Peyton Reaves joins Britt Berrett to discuss telemedicine.
As you are considering applying for the Executive MBA program at The University of Texas at Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management, consider five qualities necessary to excel in our program.
Overview of skills needed for mobile marketing managers and how these map to the courses offered at the MS or Master of Science in Marketing at UT Dallas. The mobile marketing professional must understand the web and app ecosystems.
Overview of skills required by digital marketing managers and how these map to the courses offered at the MS or Master of Science in Marketing at UT Dallas.
The fourth annual OWLIE Awards swooped down on the Davidson Auditorium on April 17 to recognize students, faculty, staff and alumni for their exceptional service to the Naveen Jindal School of Management.
You will be a different, better, person when you graduate in two years. But how do you get the most out of the executive MBA experience? How will you succeed? How will you get your money’s worth? I offer three tips:
Overview of skills needed by marketing analytics managers and how these map to the courses offered at the Master of Science in Marketing at UT Dallas.
Mark Twain popularized the quote, “Lies, damn lies and statistics.” I often feel the same way about academic rankings.
Host Dr. Keith Thurgood discusses the future of healthcare with guest Dr. John McCracken, the program director of the Alliance for Physician Leadership.
What does a product manager do? In his book, Inspired, Marty Cagan, software engineer and founder of the Silicon Valley Product Group, defines the job of the product manager as "to discover a product that is valuable, usable and feasible."
Customer insights is an emerging area for marketing professionals who are not modelers, statisticians or data scientists. They often work more on the analysis and recommendation side of the profession.
Mabu, the personal healthcare companion robot, makes an appearance in this episode via her creator, Cory Kidd, founder and CEO of Catalia Health.
Dr. Britt Berrett interviews David Toomey, senior vice president of Sharecare’s enterprise division, about how Sharecare’s digital solutions and other technology can put more information into healthcare consumer hands.
In this episode, Dr. Britt Berrett welcomes Dr. Jason Wolf of The Beryl Institute to discuss the patient experience, defined by Wolf’s organization as the sum of all interactions.
Dr. Britt Berrett and guest Dr. Keith Thurgood, discuss leadership concepts that Thurgood utilized while serving as a major general in the U.S. Army.
In the first episode of 2018, Dr. Britt Berrett interviews Peter Baek, MD, CEO and founder of Vigilant Labels, a business that expedites required syringe labeling — to the patient’s advantage.
Alex Edsel, Director of MS Marketing program at UT Dallas focuses on web analytics, an important and critical skill — and possible career for anyone interested in digital marketing.
In the episode this week, Dr. Britt Berrett applies the eight-step change management model found in John P. Kotter’s international best-selling book Leading Change to a healthcare organization.
The Final Pitch event of the Big Idea Competition (BIC) has become the annual celebration of entrepreneurship at UT Dallas.
As an international student, Junzhe Cui came to study at The University of Texas at Dallas in the MS in Accounting Cohort program with some indirect knowledge of the university that he gained during the application process.
Alice Yu, student in the MS in Accounting Cohort program talks about her experience being in Texas and UT Dallas.
Unlike most students who attend a graduate program, I had been in the workforce for six years before making the decision to return to school to earn my master’s degree.
This week Dr. Britt Berrett turns hosting duties over to Dr. Keith Thurgood who interviews Sahar Kuzbari, a graduate student enrolled in the program Executive MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management for Professionals.
In this week’s special episode, Dr. Britt Berrett and graduate students from the Healthcare Leadership and Management program visit Texas Health Presbyterian in Allen, Texas.
Dallas-Fort Worth clubs and national marketing organizations that marketing students should consider attending or joining. If you at the graduate level, networking with industry professionals should be one of your top priorities.
In this week's episode, host Britt Berrett chats with J.R. Thomas, a successful leader in the healthcare industry.
Host Britt Berrett explores the evolution of leadership theory and how it relates to the dynamic and growing challenges in the $3 trillion healthcare industry.
Britt Berrett, director of BS in Healthcare Management program discusses the implications of those changes for the future of healthcare in America.
UTD alumna, Kelly Corsi, who worked full-time student during her undergraduate and graduate years. Read this interview to know the challenges she faced and what kept her motivated during school.
The connections you make while in school are invaluable, and there are many ways to maintain those relationships.
No internship this Summer? These are 5 ways you can spend your summer that will help you look great for future internship and job interviews
The class visited The DMZ, effectively a 2.4-mile-wide, cease-fire zone that runs along the border of North and South Korea for approximately 150 miles.
Jindal School alumni shares her experience of how joining different organizations outside of class, learning qualitative skills and meeting different people can help you grow both personally and professionally.
Lilly with the American Chamber of Commerce had arranged for us to have lunch at the New World Hotel. We had three guest speakers — all governors for the chamber, known here as AmCham.
UT Dallas software engineering and information technology and management alumnus shares his perspective on what the next generation Business Analyst could face after graduation.
EMBA and GLEMBA Class of 2017 shares their visit to Vietnam and the opportunities and challenges in the Logistics industry.
Dr. Julie Haworth, director of the BS in Marketing program, discusses her own interest in marketing and how she is “head cheerleader” for marketing students.
Dr. McClain Watson discusses the importance of effective communication in the business world.
JSOM's much loved senior lecturer Mary Beth Goodrich shares her experience teaching Accounting and engaging with her students outside of the classroom.
Kashif Saeed shares his opinions on work-life balance, where big data is heading, and what JSOM students can do to stay ahead of the game.
Let's hear from Dr. Dawn Owens about the opportunities as well as challenges of being an ITS professional.
What's the measure of a community? Dr. Britt Berrett shares with us the trajectory of healthcare management in the industry.
What are we to do to avoid becoming part of the “Corporate Graveyard” of America? The question becomes to disrupt or be disrupted.
What is the informational interview and how can it help you expand your network into areas you never even dreamed of? Here's how to conduct your own informational interview and go the extra mile.
More and more, recruiters are utilizing technology to screen candidates for open positions. So how do you prepare for your "one interview chance?"
Expand beyond your professional network by getting connected with JindalConnect, the LinkedIn of JSOM!
Now that you’ve heard Professor Mary Beth Goodrich’s story, what’s yours? Submit your #JSOMfaces story by emailing jsomsocial@utdallas.edu.
Does it matter that voters are becoming more skeptical of globalization? It does, and not just because they are also consumers. Read on to find out why.
Who's involved with the internal control system? EVERYONE. John Barden will tell you why.
What we're about to share with you gets into the ethos of this professor, as we embark on Part 1 of breaking the accountant paradigm with Mary Beth Goodrich.
This concludes Part 2 of Espresso with Gaby as she continues to answer the intimate questions of Devi Karuppiah's interview that gives us a snapshot view of her life.
How do you balance school with work and extracurricular activities, especially being a Nova student ambassador? Time management is key but there are other elements to it.
On Super Bowl Sunday, whether the game’s a good one or a great one, make sure you you don’t miss the real game within the game — the commercials. Prof. Biswas gives us a sneak peek of what Super Bowl ad trends to expect this year.
Did you know volunteering can help you acquire new skills? Take it from Jiana who has been forever changed through public service acts and volunteering which lead to guiding her career.
It’s the first day of the Lunar New Year — the Year of the Rooster — so as a gesture of appreciation to our JSOM students, staff and faculty who celebrate this holiday, let’s learn more about it.
Have you made (and kept) your New Year's resolutions? Setting goals for yourself like you would provide in a business plan is the first step to improving yourself long term. Ready, set, GOAL!
The NOVA Ambassadors are a crazy group of students. How crazy? We'll let Rebecca Raymond do the talking.
Gaby Mokry needs no introduction. She's one of the many Faces of JSOM and is as busy as a bee, buzzing around JSOM. What keeps her going? Read on!
Ola Saleh, the Comet Closet’s director of outreach, gives us a glimpse into this student-led program that aims to help students land their dream job.
These are the most read blog posts of 2016. Did your favorites make this list?
Get to know dual-degree accounting and MBA grad student, HD Barot, in this special audio recorded interview!
Senior year supply chain student Colin Holmes talks about his experience working with and volunteering for Comet Closet here in the Jindal School of Management.
Helpful tips to know what they DON’T teach you in grad school.
In this post, undergraduate Munashe Chando gives you suggestions to overcome your fears of moving by doing three things starting in your hometown. Read to find out!
Does success come from luck or endeavor? Or is it really all about how much you want it? Read to hear Yan Wang's take on success in the marketing world.
What is the difference between ITM and business analytics, and which one should I choose? Director of MS Business Analytics, Kashif Saeed answers your burning question.
Next time you step foot in the management school, you may want to think strategically when deciding what to wear to class.
What’s the final phase of the entrepreneurial startup journey? Let's end with phase four – the innovative mindset!
Leave it to the pros to give you the best digital marketing tips and industry news. In this blog post, Jeanne Spreier was on the scene at the Digital Executive Summit and shares the latest tips even novices can try.
With its smoother design, smarter features and faster user experience, the newest version of MyJSOM app will improve your experience at the Jindal School!
What’s the next phase of the entrepreneurial startup journey? Let's keep going with phase two – the idea to launch!
What are the phases of the entrepreneurial startup journey? Let's start with phase one – theoretical development!
Need help writing your midterm paper? Make your paper more engaging in a fresh and defamiliarizing way by reading this post to find out how.
Find out how easy it is to join student organizations by reading the freshman opportunities offered at the Jindal School!
There are so many pros and cons to having a job that requires traveling. But this lifestyle is not for everyone. Read to see if it would be worth it for you!
One of the biggest challenges in the healthcare system is leading with effective change. In response, the Jindal School has taken on the challenge and launched a new master's degree program for healthcare professionals seeking additional education.
It's time to take notes because this is what it's like recruiting interns from the employer's perspectives. As told by alumna Michelle Abuda.
Where there is free food, there are college students. Knowing this universal truth, three JSOM students created a mobile app that will change your life!
What you put into your education is what you will get out. Start by grabbing life by the horns and join ALPFA today!
This summer, the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) and The Dallas Entrepreneur Center (DEC), partnered together to create the first annual Student Startup Accelerator. Read how the partnership benefitted students to win $2,500.
The last company visit for the GLEMBA 2016 international trip to India was to Head Held High Foundation (HHH), a nonprofit organization in Bangalore. Read to find out about the insights of the trip!
The work ethic of millennials has been a much-discussed topic lately. The post today addresses this topic from the perspective of a working Jindal School alumna millennial, Ritu Pandey.
The GLEMBA class of 2016 second visit with Safran India Private Limited took place in Bengaluru, the center for the Safran Engineering Services. Katie Boyle gives us a recap of the trip in this week's post.
In this interview, Shivam shares his newfound passion for his industry and tells why other students should seek this same passion through their internships.
Caryn Berardi rounds up five podcasts that explore a variety of broad business-related topics: management, creativity, leadership, economics, trends, education and personal stories. Happy listening!
In this post from the international study tour to South Africa, Neil Kier comments on their meeting with former chief economist of Rand Merchant Bank and professor of economics at Stellenbosch University, Rudolf Gouws.
The Jindal School introduces the first Certified Management Accountant (CMA) review course of its kind. Read more about the details of the course and how it can accelerate your career in accounting.
Read the sixth post about the EMBA Class of 2016 International study tour to Robben Island.
The key to being a good mentor starts with being present, asking questions and working harder. Alumna Michelle Abuda lets you in on a few secrets to building strong personal relationships in today's blog post.
The key to doing business in any market is to keep a long-term perspective, says GLEMBA writer Lisa Klugiewicz. Find out what the GLEMBA class of 2016 learned with Bejul Somaia from Lightspeed Venture Partners in India.
Jindal School alumna Fallon Wallace shares her experience from her residency at Parkland hospital the night of the Dallas Police shootings.
The importance of learning to delegate starts now and goes beyond the depths of leading university student organizations. As told by alumna Michelle Abuda, read on to hear her learning experience.
The GLEMBA Class of 2016 international study tour met with the CEO of Safran India Private Limited in Delhi, India. Read the next post in this series written by Katie Boyle.
Tyrone Taylor gives us the know-all of the challenges in managing and regulating the energy sector at the Department of Energy in South Africa.
Jeremy Vickers continues to give business launch tips with part five in this blog series: Evaluating an Idea for Feasibility.
EMBA class of 2016 toured the Eddels Shoe Factory while learning the business model and shoe-manufacturing challenges of the big-name brand in South Africa.
In this series of posts from the EMBA class of 2016 trip abroad to Africa, Kiran Devaprasad chronicles the tour of Hulamin Aluminum in South Africa.
Jindal School alumni offer tips to students who are eager to burn the world up with their skills and ideas in this blog post written by Jeanne Spreier.
Kamiar Kordi hopes to revolutionize politics by increasing awareness and connection between constituents and their representatives. In his interview, Kamiar shares how UT Dallas helped him reach for success and make a change.
Jeremy Vickers continues to give tips on taking the big leap into starting a business with part four of Evaluating an Idea for Feasibility blog series.
The EMBA Class of 2016 toured the Port of Durban. This is the second in a series of posts by EMBA Class of 2016 members about their international study tour to South Africa in April.
Inspire creativity with an international business study trip abroad. It is easier than you think with these three international placement tips.
With five internship experiences under his belt, Justin Mauller has learned plenty of lessons from each one.
Aaron Graham explains the fascinating trip to India at the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
The GLEMBA class of 2016 toured the Taj Mahal and Agra Red Fort. Read the details, as told by Tooran Khosh.
Jeremy Vickers continues his words of wisdom with part three of Evaluating an Idea for Feasibility, giving tips on taking the big leap into starting a business.
International student, Pratap Surya Chandar Balraj, interned at Bose in Massachusetts then with Ernst & Young shortly after. Read more to learn about his experience!
Jeremy Vickers continues his words of wisdom with part two of Evaluating an Idea for Feasibility, with tips on taking the big leap into starting a business.
Shakaland has been known as 'the greatest Zulu experience in South Africa.' EMBA Class of 2016 student Hunter Jarvis gives us an inside view of his personal experience abroad.
Why enroll in an exchange program? Hira Saleem will tell you why to study abroad in Marburg, Germany!
Alumna, Michelle Abuda, thought it was too late to join a sorority her senior year. Come to find out, she not only joined Delta Zeta but helped become a founding Greek member of the Pi Sigma Chapter at UT Dallas. Read about her unlikely experience!
Summer is fast approaching and many teens are busy trying to manage end-of-year commitments. Instead of overbooking yourself, why not step away for a week and change your way of thinking about technology with the ITS Academy Summer Camp at UT Dallas?
Ankita Kapoor recently interned in the tax department at KPMG, an international audit, tax and advisory company, to see if it was right for her. Read along her experience to see if it was the right fit!
What makes a great leader? Supply Chain Management graduate student, Ray Yewle, discusses this topic in an interview with Mike Wheeler.
Executive Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Jeremy Vickers, has put together a list of steps to go through before starting a business. Let's start with the first four steps!
Christian Kelly, a recent grad from the supply chain management program, participated in a summer internship with BNSF Railway. To learn more about his experience, read on!
Interviews are a two-way proposition so you must interview companies as they interview you. Evaluate and ask yourself, would you hire your interviewers to work with you?
This concludes Jeremy Vicker's three part series on Intellectual Property basics. Use these nuggets of knowledge to help you pour through an IP strategy at your organization.
The Naveen Jindal School of Management recognized 18 exceptional students, alumni, professors and staff members for the second annual OWLIE Awards ceremony. See which JSOM stars are sighted!
Naveen Jindal School of Management marketing sophomore Sam Konings was recently named champion of the freshman/sophomore division during his first external sales competition. Get the details here.
What is a trade secret and does it differ from a patent? The Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Jeremy Vickers, gives the rundown from his experience working with startups, patent attorneys and university technology transfer offices.
Are patents necessary to protect intellectual property? The Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Jeremy Vickers, gives the rundown from his experience working with startups, patent attorneys and university technology transfer offices.
What does it take to be the dean of the young, ambitious and vibrant Naveen Jindal School of Management for 20 years? Devi P. Karuppiah presents to you 20 questions for 20 years with Dean Pirkul!
Learn more about the Morris Hite Center-IBM Marketing Customer Insights Competition on Saturday, May 7.
Let’s explore some of the conscious and unconscious biases in resumes and learn preventative measures to avoid the “reject” pile with Keith Guerrero, Academic Support Coordinator in Operations / Supply Chain Management.
Many of life’s lessons are learned outside the classroom. However, learning new concepts by reading articles and books will help you grow as you go, too. Read the top books for business majors, recommended by our faculty!
If you’re an undergraduate student, you’ve probably thought once or twice about when to apply for internships. Haven’t gotten there yet? Read on in this two-part series with Gauri Kadu.
If you’re an undergraduate student, you’ve probably thought once or twice about when to apply for internships. Haven’t gotten there yet? Read on.
Fernanda Muñoz accepted an internship at Top Golf International to dive into the field of finance. In this interview, Fernanda shares details of her experience, including how essential it is to network.
After successfully completing the first year of college, students are faced with the task of deciding how to spend their time during the summer break. Read Patrick Sarman's list of options to make your college summers productive!
No matter what career field you’re in, there are several ways to break through in your industry. Gaby Mokry will give you five ways to help you break through, show your skills and pay dividends in this blog post.
MS Innovation and Entrepreneurship students Andrew Brown and Omeed Shams created an innovative app with big plans to change the way we all explore the world. Join us in our very own JSOM digital scavenger hunt starting March 28th!
When you cut budget corners expecting to get the best, you get what you pay for. Dr. Howard Dover explains one of the seven deadly sins of sales organizations so that you won't fall into the trap.
Hira Saleem became an intern at Bell Helicopter to learn more about human resources and broaden her knowledge of the business world. In this interview, Hira gives tips from her internship experience.
When many people think of entrepreneurs, they think of Zuckerberg, Gates or Jobs — who all dropped out. What many don’t consider is that entrepreneurs who've taken entrepreneurship courses run thousands of successful small and medium-size businesses.
The parents have decided to spend a weekend with you to “visit Dallas.” Take notes as you plan to to serve as a tour guide, in addition to your job as student.
It was a close call for John Setty, but he ultimately came out as a winner. Read how this Executive MBA alumnus won second place in the Fall 2015 CAPSIM Foundation Challenge.
Here we are, back again with the concluding part of this edition of Espresso with Dr. McCracken!
The winning ventures of the UT Dallas version of “Shark Tank,” the 2015 Business Idea Competition, used technology, one to improve efficiencies in the transport industry and the other to create a more connected home, vehicle and entertainment center.
As promised, we now bring you the intense finale of this interview, may the force be with you as you enjoy reading this interview with Dr. Powell!
Have you found yourself standing at a crossroads in life? Check out these helpful tips from the honor program's associate director, Caryn Berardi, to set yourself on the right path.
