Full-Time MBA graduate Hitesh Bali's 2026 commencement speech
Full-Time Master of Business Administration graduate Hitesh Bali delivered one of the student speeches at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management’s 2026 commencement ceremony, offering a reflection on how success is redefined through uncertainty
MPAc graduate Mia Hildebrand's 2026 commencement speech
Recent graduate Mia Hildebrand reflects on overcoming self-doubt, building community and discovering leadership at UC Davis through showing up every day.
MSBA graduate Shruthi Khurana's 2026 commencement speech
MSBA graduate Shruthi Khurana reflects on growth, belonging and resilience in her commencement speech, highlighting uncertainty, collaboration, and confidence built through community and graduate school experience.
At Commencement, our latest grads share where they're heading
Video of Class of 2026 grads who landed key roles and promotions at companies like Bloomberg, Workday AI, Big Four accounting firms and innovative startups. We asked two dozen of our newest alumni to share where they’re headed next in their careers and future pursuits.
I chose UC Davis because of the program’s location in San Francisco, fast-paced curriculum and the ROI post-graduation.
UC Davis MSBA turned my frustration into transformation
Alumna Maria Ahumada MSBA 22 reflects on her team's Practicum project, her technical growth and the career-defining experiences that prepared her for success at Amazon while mentoring the next generation of Latinas in tech.
I chose UC Davis because of its prestige and location. The ability to go school in the startup capital of the world is incredibly appealing, and the connections I have made along the way have overwhelmingly validated my decision.
Turning exhaustion into alignment and professional growth
Feeling stuck or exhausted in your career? UC Davis Associate Director of Admissions and alumna Leticia Garay shows how an MBA can restore energy, clarity, and belonging—turning burnout into alignment while building confidence, community, and a life you love.
I chose UC Davis for its respected MBA program and strong Sacramento business connections. The Part-Time MBA let me advance my career while deepening my skills in finance, operations, leadership and strategy. Exposure to diverse professionals broadened my perspective, boosting my confidence and ability to lead at a higher level.
What the UC Davis MBA taught me about trust, confidence and executive accountability
“The decision to pursue an MBA was not about changing careers. It was about strengthening my ability to lead,” says alumna Ashlee Cervantes Thomas, CEO of a leading security company. “It changed my life as a leader.”
How I teach promotion-free personal branding at UC Davis—and why it’s the most important career skill in the age of AI
A leading expert and author on personal branding, lecturer and MBA alumna Vanessa Errecarte's advice in a nut shell: "Your potential audience is your customer. Teach them something of value, and they will trust and remember you."
I chose UC Davis because I started my accounting journey here during my undergraduate studies. It only felt right to finish that journey at the Graduate School of Management!
Building the foundation to launch my career at PwC San Francisco
Alumna Andi Casner, an audit associate at PwC in San Francisco, passed all four CPA exams on her first attempt. She shares her study habits and UC Davis MPAc experiences that made it happen.
Why science-based startups need a different model
“That exit should have been ours.” MBA alumnus Tim Keller, founder of Gunrock Venture Studio, unpacks why deep-tech, science-based startups collapse—and makes the case for a faster, smarter venture studio model.
I chose UC Davis because, as a winemaker, I wanted a business school with faculty focused specifically on the wine industry.
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UC Davis is a prestigious university with a top-notch Online MBA program.
The power of employer tuition support
Working in healthcare benefits leadership, Brett Smith wondered if an MBA was worth it. The UC Davis Online MBA helped him build strategy, finance and leadership skills without leaving his job.
An MBA journey from listening to leading and shaping strategy
From observing executives to leading a product launch at Costco, Full-Time MBA alumna Farah Shartaz reflects on the financial tradeoffs and leadership growth that shaped the real return on her MBA.
Choosing UC Davis was one of the best decisions of my life. As a marketer passionate about food and CPG, I gained real-world exposure, strategic thinking and the confidence to lead, growing both professionally and personally.