Student Ambassadors

Undergraduate Major: Psychology
Undergraduate School: Wake Forest University
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentrations: No concentration

What are some of your hobbies?

Reading, wine tasting, and traveling

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?

I chose UNC MAC for the convenience of the online format, the ability to complete the program part-time, and the reputation of UNC.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

While you wouldn’t necessarily think I would use accounting skills during my job as a preschool teacher, I surprisingly have! When the director of the preschool resigned, I was asked to step in to help with tuition billing and several other financial/bookkeeping tasks until they hired her replacement.

Undergraduate Major: Exercise and Sports Science
Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Hometown: Siler City, NC
Accounting Concentrations: Audit

What are some of your hobbies?

Swing dancing, salsa dancing, Olympic-style weightlifting, reading, and hiking.

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?

During my search I was interested in finding both a flexible and rigorous program that had the flexibility for a working professional, with a proven record of matching graduates with full-time employment. The UNC MAC program checked all of those boxes.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

Two of the most practical classes I’ve had were my professional communication and spreadsheets class. In my professional communication class I learned practical techniques to communicate in a business environment that I was able to apply to my own workplace immediately. The advanced spreadsheets modeling class gave me a solid framework in which to build upon for my future coursework. I was also able to apply the knowledge I gained immediately to streamline some of my own work processes as well as for personal use.

Undergraduate Major: Philosophy and Psychology
Undergraduate School: Rutgers University
Hometown: Sicklerville, NJ
Accounting Concentration: Audit and FAR

Hobbies

Running, spending time with my pet bunnies, movies, and reading.

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

My background was not in accounting (or any business field whatsoever). Kenan Flagler’s MAC program will prepare you regardless of your background for this field. It is also a top school and highly regarded, even for those from a business/accounting background.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

I loved learning about the reporting rules and regulations in general. Journalizing transactions and learning when they should be recognized are my favorite topics we have learned about. The advanced spreadsheet class was also super helpful for accounting but also for everyday use. I learned so many tricks and shortcuts to use in excel.

Undergraduate Major: Communication Studies
Undergraduate School: UNC Charlotte
Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC
Accounting Concentration: Audit

Hobbies

Art, Travel, Health and Fitness.

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

I chose the MAC program because of the emphasis on teamwork as well as its openness to those with non-accounting backgrounds.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

At orientation I was able to learn more about myself which allowed me to become a better student, co-worker, and friend to those around me

Undergraduate Major: Biology
Undergraduate School: Western Carolina University
Hometown: Advance, NC
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?

Running, Hiking, Cooking, and anything with friends

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?

After realizing a career in health sciences was not my desire, I turned my attention toward the business world. Having little to no prior experience, I needed a program that would put me in a position to prosper and help me develop critical leadership skills. The UNC MAC program has proven time and time again that they produce such capable individuals, and I sought to be one of them.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

It is fascinating how leadership and essential communication hold great value in both the classroom and the professional world. Combined with crucial concepts such as spreadsheet modeling and financial reporting, these skills can elevate one’s educational abilities and prepare them for diving into the corporate world.

Undergraduate Major: Biology
Undergraduate School: UNC Charlotte
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentrations: FAR

What are some of your hobbies?

Tennis, Gym, Clinical Research, Healthcare

Why did you choose the MAC Program at UNC?

UNC is a renowned school with a lot of opportunities!

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

DCF and Financial Forecasting

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Economics
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentration: Audit

Hobbies

Knitting and crochet

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

The program gives me the potential to do so much!

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

Accounting is more collaborative than I originally thought.

Undergraduate School: Wake Forest
Undergraduate Major: Business and Enterprise Management
Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC
Accounting Concentration: Audit

Hobbies

Pickleball, football season, making spreadsheets, cooking, reading

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

I love that it’s designed specifically for non-accounting undergrads!

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Statistics and Analytics
Hometown: Mint Hill, NC
Accounting Concentration: Audit

Hobbies

Boy Scouts, Karate, Scuba Diving, Watching Movies

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

I loved that it is a program designed for students who did not study accounting in undergrad. They were also very flexible with me having a summer internship before I began classes.

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Business Administration
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentration: Tax

Hobbies

Tennis, pickleball, traveling, cooking, skiing

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

I love Chapel Hill and wasn’t ready to leave! Additionally, the UNC name carries a lot of weight in the professional world and the alumni network is awesome.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

The Undergraduate Business Program gave me a strong foundation for my pre-MAC internship with PwC. Business Communication (BUSI 401) developed my professionalism and effective verbal/written communication skills in the workplace. Additionally, in Taxes and Business Strategy (BUSI 574) I learned about technical aspects of corporate income tax that helped me in my tax accounting internship.

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: History
Hometown: New Bern, NC

Hobbies

Reading, walking, going to the beach/pool, dancing, trying new restaurants, playing with my dogs

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

My choice to attend UNC’s MAC program was made clear when I received an email from the program during my junior year. I had recently decided that my plan of going to law school was not the path for me, and I was searching for other career options. The email’s subject line read “No accounting background? You’re perfect,” and the attached article, “History majors (and other liberal arts students) make great accountants,” just made everything click for me. I realized my background in history, along with my critical thinking and analytical skills, would be incredible assets for me entering the accounting profession. Since then, the accounting courses I have taken have taught me that accounting is everything that’s right about the world; it provides structure, balance, and most importantly for me at the time, clarity. Once I knew I wanted to pursue a MAC degree, the question of where was the easiest decision I’ve ever made. Returning to Chapel Hill, the place that led me to this career path, was the only option because Carolina is the perfect place to call home.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

After just two weeks of Excel class I have learned so much, and I wish I had that knowledge during my job right out of undergrad!

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Economics
Hometown: Sanford, NC
Accounting Concentration: FAR

Hobbies

Cooking, listening to music, spending time on the lake

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

I found accounting really interesting after taking Busi102 and decided it was worth getting a degree in.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

I’ve found the data analysis tools in excel and python are really helpful and relevant to the field of accounting, which I didn’t see a connection in before.

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Economics and Public Policy
Hometown: Pinehurst, NC
Accounting Concentration: FAR

Hobbies

Watching UNC sports, playing basketball in woolen, and reading.

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

I had a couple of friends who previously went through the program and they all said it was well worth it.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

I was very interested to learn more about excel in Mac 706 as well as how all the staff and teachers are very outgoing in helping me with any problems I may have.

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Mathematics
Hometown: Marble, NC

Hobbies

I enjoy playing the piano casually. Also, whenever I get the chance, I love to run some pick-up basketball around campus or play a round of golf.

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

The fast pace of the on-campus format drew my attention initially to the program. I also thought it would be a good fit for my undergraduate degree.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

It always pays off to come to class prepared and actively participate. Also, make friends and connections with everyone around you. The MAC program is reliant on teamwork for true success and development.

Undergraduate School: UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate Major: Business and Economics
Hometown: Siler City, NC

Hobbies

Running, Cooking, Reading, Water-Skiing, Traveling, and Attending UNC Sporting Events and Concerts!

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

UNC has become my home over the past 4 years in a way I could’ve never imagined. As a lifelong North Carolinian, I have come to highly value our public education system and understand how great of impact public education can and does have. I couldn’t imagine choosing anywhere else to spend any given year in my life than Chapel Hill.

Tell us some things you’ve learned in the classroom that you’ve found especially interesting, or, if you’re working, how you’ve been able to apply what you’ve learned to your job.

As a pre-MAC intern, I have learned so much that I can’t wait to apply in the classroom (and vice versa). I am so excited to focus on learning the why’s behind what I’ve been doing in my internship, all while having a realistic understanding of the outcomes that many of the things I will learn have in the workplace.

Undergraduate School: University of South Carolina
Undergraduate Major: International Business and Finance
Hometown: Sizhou, China and Charlotte, NC
Accounting Concentration: Audit

Hobbies

Painting, playing badminton, watching art YouTubers and anime, crocheting

Why did I choose MAC at UNC?

World-class faculty and curriculum, efficient timeline, and diverse student population.