JSOM’s Honors Program
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Holistic Academics
Enjoy smaller class sizes and amazing professors with your cohort
Opportunities Outside of the Classroom
Take advantage of professional development, community engagement, and social events
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Students are engaged in the classroom, in the lounge, across campus, and around the world
Davidson Management Honors Program Details
DMHP Student Experience
Honors Courses
DMHP provides many development opportunities. Challenging academics will ensure that you have the technical skills you need to thrive in your career. We create unique cohorts of students with different majors and experiences. The cohorts are generally small — ranging from 60 to 70 students, allowing for discussion-based classes, more personal interaction and formation of lasting relationships.
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The travel/study abroad component of DMHP focuses on developing independence and cultural awareness. DMHP offers heavily subsidized opportunities to travel. The trips provide an opportunity for historical, cultural and business learning while developing closer bonds with classmates and DMHP staff.
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The different components of the DMHP ensure that students obtain a well rounded education with plenty of enrichment opportunities that focus on the community. The academic environment offered through DMHP is designed to enhance critical thinking skills, improve intellectual maturity, sophistication and curiosity, and strengthen professional communication.
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Christy Chinn, BS in Finance ‘22
Finance Major
Internships:
- Vistra Energy, Summer 2020
- Bain & Co., Summer 2021
UTD Involvement:
- Orientation Leader
- Greek Life
- Dean’s Council
- NOVA Ambassador
- Cultural Scholar
How has DMHP enhanced your UT Dallas experience?
Joining DMHP was the best decision I could have made; this program has provided me the opportunities to better myself and my community in a variety of ways. DMHP has also introduced me to a diverse group of students with whom I have forged countless friendships. Whether it be professionally or personally, the aim of the program is to make its students better. My honors classes are always my favorite, while they are also my most challenging. Outside of academics, I am provided with opportunities to network with and learn from some of the best in the business, and I will be forever grateful for all the encouragement and growth that this program has brought to me.
Sarah Kelliher, BS in Accounting ’22
Graduate Student (MS Accounting), UT Dallas
Internships:
- PwC, Summer 2021
UTD Involvement:
- Dean’s Council
- Orientation Leader
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has given me the opportunity to challenge myself both in the classroom and my community. I joined for the academics but fell in love with it through the community involved and the volunteer options it has given me. Having an organization that has my back motivates me to make both myself and this university better.
Scott Lloyd, BS in Finance ‘18
Senior Manager, People Insights and Analytics, DaVita Kidney Care
Internships
- Freescale Semiconductor, Summer 2015
- Valesco Industries, Summer 2016
- Bain & Company, Summer 2017
Study Abroad:
- DMHP International Trip Prague & Budapest, May 2016
- DMHP International Trip Hong Kong, May 2017
- DMHP International Trip Croatia, May 2018
UTD Involvement:
- DMHP Advisory Council
- DMHP Peer Mentor
- DMHP Retreat Leader
- JSOM Book Club
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP played a hugely important role in preparing me for my professional career. The organization provided me with so many opportunities to be a leader on campus, and to learn valuable skills that were critical to both my personal and professional development.
Kiyanoush Forough, BS in Finance and Economics ‘21
J.D. Candidate, Harvard Law School
Internships:
- Congressman Colin Allred, Spring 2019
- Archer Fellowship, Fall 2019
- White House Council of Economic Advisers, Fall 2019
- Dell Technologies, Summer 2020
UTD Involvement:
- Pi Kappa Phi
- Student Government
- The Innocence Project
- Texas Civic Ambassadors
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has given me a network that not only serves as a professional resource but a truly tight-knit group of friends. In any academic or professional endeavor, DMHP has provided me with someone to reach out to in search of guidance or support. In return, I have had the rewarding opportunity to provide my mentorship to younger students in DMHP.
Shumpei Yasuda, BS in Supply Chain Management and Marketing ’22
Project Planning & Management Analyst, Toyota
Internships:
- Toyota, Spring and Summer 2021 (Co-Op)
UTD Involvement:
- 180 Degrees Consulting
- Comet Marketing
- Business Professionals of America
- Chinese Student Association
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has helped me tremendously in navigating through my freshman year. Both the professors and my peers motivated me to have a positive mindset throughout the school year, prompting me to take opportunities that I otherwise would not have taken. I appreciate DMHP for its excellent staff and all the great friends I’ve made in this program.
Alisha Jha, BS in Finance ‘22
Consultant, Oliver Wyman
Internships:
- UBS Financial, Summer 2019
- Salesforce, Summer 2020
- Oliver Wyman, Summer 2021
UTD Involvement:
- Dean’s Council
- JSOM Career Management Center Ambassadors
- Financial Leadership Association
- UT Dallas Pratham
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
Coming in as a Freshman, I was intimidated and nervous by how the year ahead of me would unfold. I had spent the summer wondering if I would be able to build strong relationships with my peers and teachers, while enhancing my education through DMHP. However, when I came to JSOM in the Fall, I was pleasantly surprised by the warmth with which we were all welcomed by everyone on campus. Through this program, I have not only developed a fierce work ethic and professional network, I’ve also made relationships that will last a lifetime.
Payal Sampat, BS in Finance ‘20
J.D. Candidate, University of Virginia School of Law
Internships
- Gemalto, Summer 2017
- Dallas District Court, Spring 2018
- Dell Technologies, Summer 2018 & 2019
- Congressional Coalition for Adoption Institute, Spring 2019
- Archer Fellow, Spring 2019
UTD Involvement:
- John Marshall Pre-Law Society
- Moot Court
- Mock Trial
- Collegium V Honors Program
How has DMHP enhanced your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has allowed me to meet people that have goals and career interests which differ from mine but are pursued with the same passion that I put in. This diversity in ideas expands my understanding of what jobs are out there, how one would get there, and what I can do with my future. Without DMHP, I would not have built up the professional network I have in the business world or pursued the same caliber of opportunities within it. Being surrounded by people that are excited to learn and grow pushes me to be just as excited.
Taha Ahmed, BS in Business Administration and Finance ‘21
Financial Analyst, AT&T
Internships:
- MobileUX Technologies, Summer 2018
- AmeriCloud Solutions, Summer 2019
UTD Involvement:
- Muslim Student Association
- Toastmasters
- Business Professionals of America
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has elevated my college experience to a level I would never have expected it to. Everything in it has a purpose, from educational/social/volunteering events, to the coursework and staff, to the outside experiences. I am so grateful to be part of the environment that DMHP creates to create better professionals for the future.
Megha Goyal, BS in Global Business and Finance ‘21
Finance Rotation Program Associate, Capital One
Internships:
- Thomson Reuters, Summers 2018 & 2019
- Capital One, Summer 2020
Study Abroad:
- Hong Kong, China, Fall 2019
UTD Involvement:
- Art UTD
- Financial Leadership Association
- Women in Technology and Business
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has been an integral part of my experience at UT Dallas. It has provided me with so much from challenging academics with great professors,a strong professional networking platform, to some of my best friends and peers that I know I could rely on for anything. DMHP has really helped push me in so many different ways and has given me so many valuable experiences that I wouldn’t be able to find elsewhere.
Francisca Li, BS in Information Technology and Systems ’22
Consulting Analyst, Accenture
Internships
- Liberty Mutual, Summer 2020 and Summer 2021
- Accenture, 2022
UTD Involvement:
- Women in Technology & Business
- UTD Archery Club
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has enhanced my UTD experience by giving me a place where I belong. Not only are the academics amazing, but the program offers so many opportunities outside of the classroom through professional networking and volunteering events. DMHP is where I have found some of my closest friends here in Dallas, and I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to be in this program.
Brandon Borick, BS in Marketing ’20, MS in Marketing ‘22
Quantitative Research Analyst, Rec Room
Internships
- Rocket Launch Creative, Summer 2018
- AT&T Performing Arts Center, Summer 2019
- Jam City, Summer 2021
UTD Involvement:
- Peer Advisor
- Dean’s Council
- Professional Program in Marketing
- UTD Theatre
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
Joining DMHP has been the best decision of my undergraduate career. In this program, you learn from top-tier professors who are truly passionate about the subjects they teach while participating in professional development and volunteer opportunities. However, the greatest piece of this program lies in taking classes with and socializing with some of the most motivated students at UTD; to make the most of this program, you should bond and network with these individuals who can turn into friendships and wonderful professional connections.
Brandon Reed, BS in Finance and Information Technology and Systems ‘22
Professional – Business Management, AT&T
Internships:
- Peregrine Investments, Spring, Summer, and Fall 2019
- AT&T, Summer 2020 and Summer 2021
Study Abroad:
- DMHP Peru International Trip, May 2019
UTD Involvement:
- 180 Degrees Consulting
- FOCUS
How has DMHP enhanced your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has been the highlight of my time at UTD. Not only has it been essential in preparing me academically and professionally, it has surrounded me with an amazing group of people and friends.
Bella Ngo, BS in Information Technology and Systems ’22
Associate Product Manager, Visa
Internships
- IBM, Summer 2020 and Summer 2021
- Archer Fellowship Program, 2022
Study Abroad:
- Sydney, Australia, May 2019
- Finland, Fall 2021
UTD Involvement:
- Office of Student Volunteerism
- Dean’s Council
- Collective Movement
- Comet Marketing
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP gave me a strong start in the Jindal school freshman year! I met many kind and hard-working friends in my cohort and learned a lot about the importance of business and law from my honors class. And there’s still so much more to gain from being in the honors program (i.e. New York/D.C. trip, international trips, interviewing big industries). I look forward to my next year as a DMHPer!
Neha Kaisani, BS in Supply Chain Management and Marketing ‘21
Technical Account Manager, Qualtrics
Internships:
- Toyota, Summer 2021
UTD Involvement:
- Orientation Leader
- Freshmen Mentor
- Dean’s Council
- Business Professionals of America
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has enhanced my UT Dallas experience by allowing me to engage with our school while still receiving a more rigorous, challenging, and rewarding education. The program has granted me a group of students that constantly push me to be my best and also allows me to give back to a community that has done so much for me.
Yesenia Lopez, CPA, BS in Accounting ’15, MS in Accounting ‘16
Accounting Projects, Initiatives, and Systems Senior Analyst, Toyota Financial Services
Internships
- BKM Sowan Horan, 2012-14
- Crowe LLP, 2013
- EY, Summer 2014
- Deloitte & Touche, Spring 2015
Study Abroad:
- DMHP D.C. & N.Y.C. Trip, Spring 2013
- DMHP International Trip Sydney, Australia, May 2015
UTD Involvement:
- Sigma Lambda Alpha Sorority
- The Accounting Club
- United Greek Council (Multicultural Greek Council)
- Alpha Beta Psi
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
The Davidson Management Honors Program (DMHP) helped prepare to me for a demanding and rewarding career in public accounting. I received the opportunity to volunteer, travel, attend luncheons and networking events, and work with the top faculty and students at UT Dallas. These opportunities helped me develop networking skills that now help me maintain my relationships in my career. I learned to thrive in challenging environments, communicate effectively, and produce high quality work. Most importantly, DMHP helped me value corporate citizenship and team development. I use these skills daily when I interact with clients, my teams, and management. I also use these skills to promote thriving team environments where team members respect individuality while providing quality results. DMHP provided me with life experiences and lessons that cannot be taught in textbooks, and I am privileged to have received the opportunities that I did while being a part of DMHP. I continue my involvement and personal growth by being a member of the DMHP Alumni Affinity Board.
Varika Pinnam, BS in Marketing ‘21
UK, Ireland, Nordics: Windows & Surface Category Manager, Microsoft
Internships:
- Vivid Marketing, Summer 2018
- Anschultz PR, Fall 2018
- Perot Museum, Spring 2018
- Microsoft, Summer 2020
Study Abroad:
- Hong Kong, Summer 2019
UTD Involvement:
- Association for Computer Machinery
- 180 Degrees Consulting
- Colloquium for the Advancement of Free-Enterprise Education
- Blackstone Launchpad
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
Within DMHP, I’ve found a constant and community in an ever-changing college environment. Being a part of such an amazing, supportive cohort is very special to me and has defined my JSOM experience because it is what I had wanted before even entering college. The experiences I’ve had, whether it be volunteering or a trip, and the friends I’ve made have left a lasting impact on me -all because of being a part of this program.
Pratiksha Tonpe, BS in Marketing ‘20, MS in Marketing ’21
Analytics Strategist, Carmichael Lynch
Internships
- Simple Media Agency, Summer 2019
- Fuse Association, Summer 2019
- Dell Technologies, Summer 2018 & 2019
- Zamdanga Video Productions, Summer 2019
Study Abroad
- AIESEC Exchange: Mexico City, Mexico, Summer 2018
UTD Involvement:
- Peer Advisor
- 200 Perfect
- Dean’s Council
- Comet Marketing
How has DMHP enhanced your UT Dallas experience?
Honors students like me are so passionate about learning and challenging themselves and DMHP offers us the perfect outlet for our curiosity. I have loved my DMHP experience because of the wonderful people I have met and experiences I’ve shared with them. There’s just some sort of excitement with the honors classes and it’s because you aren’t sitting in a room full of strangers; you’re sitting with the person you sat next to on the subway when you went on the DC/New York trip or the person you knocked out when playing dodgeball at Group Dynamix. You don’t just get that kind of classroom environment just anywhere.
Amir Meshki, BS in Finance ‘20
Wholesale Credit Analyst, Bank of America
Internships
- International Rescue Committee, Summer 2017
- U.S. House of Representatives, Fall 2018
- LP Analyst & U.S. house of Representatives, Spring 2018
- General Motors Financial, Summer 2019
- Stonehenge Growth Capital, Fall 2019 – Spring 2020
Study Abroad:
- Washington D.C., United States, Fall 2018
- DMHP Peru International Trip, May 2019
- DMHP Croatia International Trip, May 2018
UTD Involvement:
- DECA
- 180 Degrees Consulting
- Financial Leadership association
- John Quincy Adams Society
How has DMHP enhanced your UT Dallas experience?
Transferring into DMHP undoubtedly changed the course of my college experience far more than I could have ever imagined. The program has given me countless opportunities to excel and grow both personally and professionally. The students and staff in DMHP are amazing and welcoming and it truly feels like I am part of a family.
Taylor Davis, BS in Marketing ‘21
Internships:
- Jackson Durham, Summer 2018
- Chancey Charm, Fall 2018-Current
Study Abroad
- Vienna, Austria, Summer 2019
UTD Involvement:
- JSOM NOVA Ambassadors
- UTD FOCUS
- Collegium V Honors Program
- McDermott Scholars Program
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has not only given me the academic challenge that I was looking for in my business classes, but it also has given me professional development opportunities, ways to grow, and people to support me along the way. I absolutely love volunteering with DMHP students, attending events, competing, and pushing each other to be even better and to serve UTD more. This community has become like a family to me!
Sharvari Gupta, BS in Accounting and Finance ‘21
Graduate Student (MS Accounting), UT Dallas
Internships
- JPMorgan Chase, Summer 2020
- EY, Spring 2021
- JPMorgan Chase & Co., Summer 2021
Study Abroad:
- DMHP Croatia, May 2018
- Bangalore, India, Summer 2018
- DMHP Peru International Trip, May 2019
- London, United Kingdom, Summer 2019
UTD Involvement:
- PPA
- Undergraduate Accounting Club
- DECA
- UT Dallas Hansini
- 180 DC
How did DMHP enhance your UT Dallas experience?
DMHP has given me the opportunity to gain skills, perspectives, and knowledge that aren’t taught in a classroom setting. From mock interviews to company site visits, DMHP has better prepared me for my business career. Additionally, through DMHP, I have gotten the chance to travel around the world and broaden my global perspective. Lastly, DMHP has allowed me to meet so many amazing people who I now call friends.
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