Perspectives | Kenan-Flagler

Energy in emerging markets: Challenges and opportunities

UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School was one of 12 teams selected to compete at Duke University’s Energy in Emerging Markets Case Competition.

Earning your MBA with your partner

When you and your partner both want to earn MBAs, it can be a complicated decision.

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Creating diverse and inclusive workforces

Earnest statements of intent by company bosses around the world to stand against racism have been music to the ears of Khalil Smith (MBA ’13).

Jermyn Davis Standing In Front Of McColl Building at UNC Kenan-Flagler

Classically trained for music, Jermyn Davis engages with business school

Jermyn Davis (MBA ’20) was known as a bass player. He was attending the Julliard School, a conservatory in New York City, but felt locked into a persona.

Carolina Women in Business: Career development and networking for MBAs

Meghan Marie McDonnell (MBA ’16) and Caitlin Fross (MBA ’16) discuss the supportive community at UNC Kenan-Flagler and Carolina Women in Business.

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.

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Jul 21

Changes to the Executive MBA Application

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Our application has changed, and it's easier than ever to get started! Join our admissions director for an overview of our new two-part application. You'll learn what materials you need for Phase 1, which takes about 15 minutes to complete. Then, we'll cover what to expect in Phase 2. Attendees will receive a $150 application fee waiver.

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Aug 5

Online MBA Virtual Open House

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Learn about UNC Kenan-Flagler's Online MBA, including details about the curriculum, student experience, networking benefits, and our lifelong commitment to career & leadership services. A live Q&A with Laura Tremaine, Associate Director, Admissions & Student Recruitment, Camille Mason, Associate Director of Career Coaching and Grace Hatcher, Associate Director of Financial Aid will conclude the session.