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Why Companies Are Looking to Hire Liberal Arts Graduates

Why Companies Are Looking to Hire Liberal Arts Graduates

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As increasing numbers of colleges and universities continue to produce more and more business majors, what makes a candidate stand out to employers amongst the competition? The answer: a liberal arts education. According to a 2013 survey published in Investopedia, comprised of presidents, vice presidents and various C-level executives: 93% of executives say, “demonstrated capacity to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems” is more important than a particular degree 80% of executives say that regardless of a student’s major,…

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Indigo Ink: Diversity & Inclusion

Indigo Ink: Diversity & Inclusion

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Welcome to Indigo Ink, a blog series about marketing, sales, entrepreneurship and exchanging ideas. I’m a professor and researcher at the Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business with an interest in professional selling and topics that emerge from the intersection between marketing and entrepreneurship. I’m passionate about helping my students learn and I have a very hands-on approach to teaching, which includes taking my students to competitions around the country! I’m also very passionate about other topics that are important…

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Sammi Tso

Sammi Tso

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In this new series we are asking Gupta College of Business students to share how they plan to impact the world with a simple question. Their responses share the unique hopes, dreams and inspirations that drive them. Gaudium et Spes  says you are the leaven of the world: how will you contribute to it and its sanctification? I will contribute to the world by always implementing and encouraging ethical and moral behaviors. I will conduct business in a manner where I treat…

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2016 Fall Incoming Class Profile Infographic

2016 Fall Incoming Class Profile Infographic

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As you consider graduate business schools, you’re probably thinking about questions like: “Who will my professors be?“, “What should I study?” or even “Do I really need an MBA?” And while all of those questions are important, another question you should ask is: “Can I see myself in this program?” Using statistics for our incoming fall 2016 class, we’ve created an infographic to help you see who they are, what they’re studying and where they come from.

Gupta College of Business Dean Discusses UD

Gupta College of Business Dean Discusses UD

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Following the announcement of his appointment as Dean of the Gupta College of Business Brett J. L. Landry, Ph.D., joined Starlene Stringer on Irving Community News Network (ICTN). Landry and Stringer discussed the UD culture, the history of the college of business and graduate business programs. Check out their conversation below.  

Meet UDallas MBA Professor, Laura Muñoz

Meet UDallas MBA Professor, Laura Muñoz

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University of Dallas faculty member, Laura Muñoz, Ph.D, has been promoted to associate professor of marketing at the Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business. Muñoz’s research over the last decade has covered matters within professional selling, marketing and entrepreneurship and pedagogy. Throughout her research into professional selling, Muñoz has been a proponent of the theory of neutralizations, taking her findings to businesses looking to proactively create or improve ethical culture within their organization. Business Research Piqued by Curiosity “My…

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4 Reasons Why I Chose UDallas

4 Reasons Why I Chose UDallas

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The Decision-Making Process Making the decision to attend graduate school is a critical one in any person’s life. Once the decision is made, the next challenge is sifting through all the programs and their offerings. A year ago, I was in those exact shoes. I spent hours comparing and contrasting programs only to feel overwhelmed. I knew I was looking for a graduate business school that would prepare me for the competitive job market, but was also affordable and flexible….

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