Perspectives | Kenan-Flagler

Forging her own path with a dual degree

Grace Yook (MBA/PharmD ’21) was the first Asian woman and the first woman of color to graduate from UNC Kenan-Flagler’s dual-degree program with the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, and she’s used her experience to forge her own career path.

Busting myths as the innovation continues

In the last 10 years, MBA@UNC has gone on to shatter many myths about online education by innovating and staying on the cutting edge to ensure it remains the gold standard of online MBA education.

Telling her story

Nancy Johnson's (MBA ’09) debut novel, “The Kindest Lie,” puts a spotlight on institutional racism and its impact on society, exploring the divide between Black and white America through character and story.

Using her voice to create systemic change

Maital Guttman (MBA ’13) has always had an activist spirit and is making change on a scale she never would have expected.

Dedicating himself to “good trouble”

Napoleon Wallace (MBA ’10) is an impact investor and an embodiment of the indomitable human spirit, creating transformative change for nearly 20 years.

Seizing Opportunities in Healthcare

Aditi Paul (MBA '21) was driven to seize the opportunities available to her in the MBA program to achieve success in a healthcare career.

Surgeons diagnose a problem and find a business solution

Surgeons Martyn Knowles and Ben Wood decided to earn their MBAs so they could turn their business idea into a reality, using innovation to support healthcare.

Understanding the art and science of human capital

Sekou Bermiss applies his engineering background to his "People Analytics" data-driven human resource classes, showing students how to solve complex problems while optimizing the processes of recruiting, promotion, retention and more.

An innovative life

Professor Chris Bingham brings his passion for the puzzle of business strategy and why some organizations outperform others and win in their industry to his classroom lessons of pinpointing practices that help leaders make better decisions.

Using his degree as a force for good

After surviving the 2010 Haiti earthquake, Ralf Etienne (MBA '2022) turned his entrepreneurial skills towards helping people, then earned an MBA to create an even bigger impact.

The Importance of Selecting the Right Location for Your MBA

Along with the excellent reputation of the Kenan-Flagler Business School, the cost of living, quality of life, weather and strong alumni community connections are important factors when choosing Chapel Hill for your Full-Time MBA.

Operating for the planet

Professor Nur Sunar brings her passion for innovative and inclusive business models that include disruptive technologies like online marketplaces, ride-sharing companies, sustainability and energy to her classroom.

Finding sustainable energy solutions

Chance Cobb's (MBA ’13) affinity for the outdoors and adventurous spirit inspired him to enroll in the Full-Time MBA program, where he could be better positioned to make an impact in the clean energy sector.

Financing change for people and planet

Chantarella De Blois (MBA ’16) is using the expertise gleaned from her online MBA experience to accelerate impact investments that marry social and environmental goals with attractive financial returns.

From the ballroom to the classroom: Pivoting to an MBA and making a difference

Olivia Koziol (MBA ’22) traveled a unique path to UNC Kenan-Flagler, pursuing ballroom dancing before switching careers and ultimately enrolling as a Full-Time MBA student and Vetter Dean’s Fellow.

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Mar 11

Full-Time MBA and Working Professionals MBA Meet & Greet – Raleigh, NC

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ET Vidrio | Raleigh, NC

Learn more about the top-ranked UNC Kenan-Flagler Executive MBA, Online MBA and Full-Time MBA programs! Get to know our admissions team, program staff, and hear firsthand experiences from local MBA alumni. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served with our compliments. Event attendees will be granted a $150 application fee waiver.

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Mar 11

Charlotte Executive MBA Information Session

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Join us to learn more about the Charlotte Executive MBA experience! Our admissions director will share details about the curriculum, cohort experience, schedule, networking benefits and career support. And our executive career coach will be on-hand to discuss career and leadership opportunities in the program. They'll then open it up to an interactive Q&A session. Event attendees will be granted a $150 application fee waiver.

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Mar 12

Coffee Chat with Admissions – Chapel Hill, NC

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Stop in for a coffee on us and meet a member of our Executive MBA Admissions team. Bring your questions about the Executive MBA experience, how it can help you take the next step in your career, or anything else on your mind.