Perspectives | Kenan-Flagler

Letters of recommendation: Best practices for your Executive MBA application

There are several components to your MBA application that you’ll need to complete – and one that is simple to fill out but takes thought.

Becoming an expert

The best advice I got before business school was to become “the expert” on something so my classmates would come to me for anything related to that topic.

An “all of the above” approach to the energy industry

Students, faculty and energy industry experts convened to celebrate the launch of the UNC Kenan-Flagler Energy Concentration and discussed topics that will define the industry for years to come.

A business school internship with the National Park Service?

My Marine Corps experience taught me a lot about leadership, problem solving and mental toughness, but it did not teach me finance, marketing, accounting or how to run any sort of commercial business.

5 tips for the MBA internship interview process

After countless presentations, happy hours, informational interviews and cover letters, the MBA internship interview season will finally begin.

5 takeaways from navigating my internship experience

It is not every day that a former merchant marine officer transitions to a career in brand marketing – but that’s what my UNC Kenan-Flagler experience is helping me do.

5 tips for an exceptional Executive MBA admissions essay

Essays provide an opportunity to help us learn more about your background and better understand how your experiences and opportunities have prepared you for this next step.

5 things to do before you graduate

My UNC Kenan-Flagler experience was an incredible opportunity for learning and personal growth. I was sad to leave but absolutely excited for my future.

Advancing education for children displaced by war

Scott Quilty (MBA '15) the co-founder of TentED, a nonprofit aimed at advancing education for children displaced by war.

5 reasons public space is in high demand among real estate developers

There is a game-changing shift underway in real estate and there's a significant trend that’s not to be ignored: walkable urban places will drive tomorrow’s real estate industry and economy.

How to refine your resume for your Executive MBA application

Although most MBA programs don’t require you to create a new resume for the application process, making a few modifications to your current resume can strengthen your candidacy.

How to prepare for your Executive MBA interview

The interview is a key component of your overall executive MBA application and allows you to share much more information than your resume and essays.

How do I finance my MBA

It can be exciting to think about your future in a top MBA program and your post-graduation job prospects, but there’s always that one lingering uncertainty: “How do I finance my MBA?”

Helping vets make the transition to business

Michael Burris (MBA ’19) was drawn to the collaborative culture at UNC Kenan-Flagler. He’s making it even stronger as president of our Veterans Association.

Grant enables global internship focused on sustainability

Dan Mwai (MBA ‘19) worked with the Corporate Social Responsibility Institute in Tel Aviv, Israel, this summer, thanks to the Stacia L. Wood Social Impact Summer Grant.

Upcoming Events

Jul 7

Charlotte Executive MBA Online Information Session

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET Online

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.

Jul 8

Coffee Chat with Admissions – Chapel Hill, NC

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET Coco Bistro & Bar | Chapel Hill, NC

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.

Jul 9

Evening Executive MBA Online Information Session

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET Online

Join us to learn more about the Evening 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.