Selina (Yingxuan) Bian MSBA 25
Selina (Yingxuan) Bian
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Selina (Yingxuan) Bian MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its fantastic San Francisco location, which aligns with my interests in the tech industry and entrepreneurship. The year-long practicum project offers immersive, hands-on opportunities to apply the skills and knowledge gained in class.

Current Position

  • Solution Engineer, LiveX AI

Previous Education

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Bachelor's Degree in applied economics, Chinese University of Hongkong Shenzhen

Fun Facts

  • I’ve had a preference for even numbers since I was five years old.
  • I love making fancy coffee and matcha drinks.
  • I'm a
Alumni Video Spotlight: Sonic Prabhudesai MSBA 18
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Alumni Video Spotlight: Sonic Prabhudesai MSBA 18

Charles Schwab. Meta. And now, co-founder of somi.

Sonic Prabhudesai MSBA 18 shares his journey from working on analytics for $1.5T in assets under management at Charles Schwab to driving global growth at Facebook. He recently co-founded somi, a startup redefining how consumers use their data. View video.

Video: Exploring Accounting Opportunities at Meet the Firms Event
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Video: Exploring Accounting Opportunities at Meet the Firms Event

Exclusive career fair: 20+ firms network, recruit MPAc students

From the Big Four, regional leaders and boutique practices, nearly 30 firms connected with UC Davis MPAc students at Meet the Firms. Watch the video to see accounting careers take shape.

Verenice Andrade MBA 24
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Verenice Andrade MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its staff. They made me feel welcome and heard, even before I applied. I also wanted a career pivot and the curriculum aligned with my goals. Davis was a great fit for me.

Current Position

  • Principal Program Manager, PG&E

Previous Work Experience

  • Senior Paralegal, PG&E

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • B.A. in international political economy & ethnic studies, UC Berkeley

Fun Facts

  • I’m Bad Bunny’s biggest fan—yes, I went to the residency in Puerto Rico.
  • I continue to do my own nails at home
From Classroom to Cloud: Launching My Strategy and Operations Career in Tech
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From Classroom to Cloud: Launching My Strategy and Operations Career in Tech

Stepping into Salesforce’s Global COO Excellence Academy

From career pivots to C-suite impact, alumna Linda Trinh shares how her Full-Time MBA propelled her into strategy and operations at Salesforce—and onto the prestigious COO Excellence Academy stage.

My Career Journey from Burnout to New Role at PG&E
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My Career Journey from Burnout to New Role at PG&E

First-gen professional and MBA thriving at the enterprise level

After burning out as a paralegal, Bay Area Part-Time MBA alumna Verenice Andrade pivoted into a strategic role at PG&E, skipping two levels and earning a 25% raise. 

Marissa Hernandez MBA 25
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Marissa Hernandez MBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its strong leadership culture and people-centered community, preparing me with the business acumen to launch my career in healthcare finance at an institution I deeply believe in.

Current Position

  •  Finance Administrative Fellow, UCLA Health

Previous Work Experience

  • Administrative Supervisor, UC Davis Health

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Health Professions Post-Baccalaureate Certification, San Francisco State University
  • Bachelor’s in biological sciences, UC Davis

Fun Facts

  • My fantasy
Building the Future as an AI Strategy Intern
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Building the Future as an AI Strategy Intern

Transforming customer experience at Bay Area tech startup Bevalty

During her internship at Bay Area startup Bevalty, MSBA student Shrishti Gupta applied both her analytics and soft skills to transform customer experiences and prepare for a data-driven career.

Shrishti Gupta MSBA 25
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Shrishti Gupta MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its blend of technical rigor and real-world application. The practicum project, Bay Area connections and small cohort size offered the perfect balance of collaboration, career growth and hands-on experience.

Previous Work Experience

  • AI Strategy Intern, Bevalty Inc
  • Product Data Analyst, Standard Insights
  • Founder, Finanacial Consultancy
  • IT Risk Analyst, KPMG LLP

Previous Education

  • Master's of Science in of Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Master's in economics, Mumbai University
  • Bachelor's in business administration, Mumbai
Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24
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Jaimie Asakawa MBA 24

UC Davis provides the opportunity to make a positive impact and be the change I want to see!

Current Position

  • Media & Communications Director, Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management, UC Davis Health

Previous Work Experience

  • Communications Officer, Pediatric Pandemic Network
  • Business & Organizational Specialist, UC Davis School of Medicine

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Modern Languages (French & Spanish), University of Massachusetts, Lowell

Fun Facts

  • I love to run! I've run three half
Why Sacramento and UC Davis Are Emerging as Leaders in Healthcare Entrepreneurship
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Why Sacramento and UC Davis Are Emerging as Leaders in Healthcare Entrepreneurship

Healthcare innovation at Aggie Square focuses on people and access

At Aggie Square, Sacramento Part-Time MBA alumna Jaimie Asakawa joined innovators and leaders to show how collaboration is fueling healthcare breakthroughs—and how the Graduate School of Management prepares graduates to lead this change.

From Farming Roots to Big Four in The City: UC Davis MPAc Opens Doors
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From Farming Roots to Big Four in The City: UC Davis MPAc Opens Doors

First-gen alum builds career at EY in San Francisco

From first-gen student to senior associate at EY, Eduardo credits the UC Davis MPAc program for sharpening his skills, expanding his network and opening doors to Big Four success.

Eduardo Casarubias MPAc 24
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Eduardo Casarubias MPAc 24

I chose UC Davis because I knew I wanted a master’s in accounting. The MPAc program made the path clear because earning a CPA requires additional units. The program’s strong job pipelines and hands-on learning sealed it. Best of all, the tight-knit cohort felt supportive and inclusive. 

Current Position

  • Tax Staff 2

Previous Work Experience

  • Teacher Assistant, UC Davis

Previous Education

  • Master of Professional Accountancy, UC Davis Graduate School of Management 
  • B.S. in business administration, accounting and finance, California State University, Monterey Bay

Fun Facts

  • I
Linda Trinh MBA 10
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Linda Trinh MBA 10

I chose UC Davis for its collaborative, real-world focus, high-caliber faculty, diverse cohort and broad concentrations. The close-knit setting lets me build meaningful relationships with classmates and professors.

Current Position

  • Senior Director, Salesforce

Previous Work Experience

  • Director, Enterprise Transformation, Salesforce
  • Director, Finance Transformation, Salesforce

Previous Education

  • Master of Business Administration, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • B.A. in American Studies; minor in education, UC Santa Cruz

Fun Facts

  • I’m basically IMDb with a heartbeat
Alumni Video Spotlight: Caleb Cavazos MBA 15
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Alumni Video Spotlight: Caleb Cavazos MBA 15

Digital Marketing Manager at Foley Family Wines & Spirits

Full-Time MBA alum Caleb Cavazos MBA 15 and digital marketing manager at Foley Family Wines & Spirits, shares how rubbing elbows with Napa’s leaders taught him that collaboration drives the industry’s future.

A Standing Ovation for Our MSBA Practicum Project
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A Standing Ovation for Our MSBA Practicum Project

Analysis of Mondavi Center ticket history led to new marketing outreach

Our unique one-year MSBA practicum projects are a win-win that delivers measurable value to both students and partner organizations. Student Zeel Shah Wang shares how her team developed new marketing strategies for the Mondavi Center for Performing Arts to boost audience engagement.

Zeel Shah MSBA 25
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Zeel Shah MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its MSBA program’s technical depth, real-world application, collaborative culture and proximity to San Francisco, with the yearlong practicum as a standout feature.

Current Position

  • Consultant, Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
  • Manager, YES Bank Ltd.

Previous Education

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Integrated BBA-MBA in finance, Nirma University

Fun Facts

  • I love desserts and visiting every new dessert shop in the city.
  • I love baking cheesecakes and brownies.
From Deloitte to Health Tech: My MBA Journey to Meaningful Work
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From Deloitte to Health Tech: My MBA Journey to Meaningful Work

Meeting medtech CEO led to finance role helping to fight cancer.

Perseverance, planning and the power of networking combined as a recipe for success for Full-Time MBA alum Keerthana Hegde, who switch careers to become a finance manager at a pioneering medtech company.

Aishwarya Singh MBA 22
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Aishwarya Singh MBA 22

The amazing inter-woven collaborative and Innovative culture at the Graduate School of Management is skillfully nurtured in its MBA program. Diversity, cross functional expertise, cultural inclusiveness and respect are built into the DNA of the program. While you enjoy the warm hospitality of Davis, a historical college town, you also have a seamless connectivity to the world's most innovative square mile, the Silicon Valley.

Current Position

  • HCM IT Manager, Pacific Coast Companies, Inc.

Previous Work Experience

  • Amazon Inc.

  • GAP Inc.

  • SC Johnson

  • AkzoNobel Decorative

How My MBA Prepared Me for a Career in Tech and International Research
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How My MBA Prepared Me for a Career in Tech and International Research

“UC Davis didn’t just give me a degree, it gave me a launchpad.” 

Full-Time MBA alum Aishwarya Singh landed a role as technology manager at Pacific Coast Companies Inc. right after graduation and shares how UC Davis prepared him for success in tech and award-winning international research.