By Gale Nichols | Executive Director of the Kelley MBA Program   Are you ready for a new career? Do you need a new career but can’t decide where to start? A high-quality, full-time MBA program like ours is one of the quickest ways to prepare for new and better-paying opportunities in the business world—regardless... Read more ..read more

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  By Gale Nichols | Executive Director of the Kelley Full-Time MBA  Are you ready for a new career? Do you need a new career because of industry upheavals? A high-quality MBA program like ours is one of the quickest ways to prepare for new and better-paying opportunities in the business world—regardless of your current career.  This Q&A covers concerns we hear from prospective students who wonder if they have what it takes to succeed in business—or in a top-20 MBA program like ours. If you think we’re a good fit, consider applying—we’re accepting applications for fall.  ..read more

By Nick Hagen | MBA Candidate Class of 2025 I came to the Kelley full-time MBA program after serving for twelve years as a US Army Special Forces Officer. My professional journey up to that point was defined by discipline, expertise in my field, and teamwork. As I prepared for my military transition, I knew I needed an MBA program that was invested in my growth and development, exposing me to the relevant challenges facing business leaders today, in a collaborative and supportive team environment. Coming to Kelley, I found the perfect combination of all those things. The Kelley MBA offered me ..read more

Mitch Horne, MBA’ 2025 By Mitch Horne, MBA’ 2025 | Merit Fellow Before Kelley, I was an advertising professional servicing a Medicare client. I loved being a part of the brand story, but I wanted to write it, not have it dictated to me. I knew that the Kelley full-time MBA program would help develop me as a leader and enable me to reach my career goals. So, I moved my wife and two kids from Utah to Bloomington, and we’ve loved it. As a Kelley MBA, I’m a member of various communities. To me, the one that has been the most impactful for my career is the Consumer Marketing Academy. The curricul ..read more

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By Karan Sharma, MBA’24 As a first-generation graduate student, my transition from nine years in engineering to the dynamic world of business school in the Kelley full-time MBA program was a deeply emotional and personal journey. I’ll be sharing my 3 takeaways, from embracing diversity to evolving into a dedicated servant-leader and discovering the immense impact of giving back. These experiences and insights have the potential to inspire and empower anyone on their unique path of growth and transformation. Takeaway #1: Make mistakes fast and foster diversity. After nine years as an engineer ..read more

By Victor Calderon, MBA’24 My decision to pursue an MBA at Kelley was driven by the school’s outstanding reputation for fostering business leaders and its robust marketing curriculum. From day one, I was immersed in a vibrant and collaborative learning environment where diverse perspectives and innovative thinking were celebrated. The insightful discussions in classes, engaging projects, and guidance from renowned professors have not only expanded my knowledge but also honed my critical thinking and problem-solving skills. As I reflect upon my journey as a first-year MBA student at the Kelley ..read more

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By Tosin Bowale, MBA’24 On May 15, 2023, a new chapter began in my life as I stepped into the role of a Product Marketing Manager (PMM) intern at Microsoft. This day was particularly significant, as it brought back vivid memories of my first visit to Microsoft’s Chicago office during the Business Marketing Academy (BMA) Week in October 2022. As I stood in front of the iconic Microsoft logo, I couldn’t help but imagine what it would be like to be a part of this remarkable company. And now, that dream has manifested into a reality, I decided to recreate my look from the visit to the Chicago offi ..read more