I Wrote “Get Hired” on My Career Vision Board—Then Made It Happen
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I Wrote “Get Hired” on My Career Vision Board—Then Made It Happen

How focus, upskilling and UC Davis alumni connections guided my AI career path

This wasn’t manifestation. It was intention. Bay Area Part-Time MBA alumna Prachi Mishra shares how clarity, consistency and preparation shaped an AI-focused job search and led to a new role.

Prachi Mishra MBA 24
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Prachi Mishra MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its blend of cutting-edge technology, collaborative leadership and business acumen that prepares me to excel.

Current Position

  • Product Marketing Manager, NVIDIA

Previous Work Experience

  • Product Marketing Manager, Onymos

Previous Education

  • B.A. in economics, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University (BRABU), India

Fun Facts

  • I was a property manager for a hostel in a remote mountain village, keeping backpackers happy and cozy in the heart of the Himalayas.
  • My house is basically a jungle with about 40 indoor plant buddies. I've turned my home into a green oasis.
  • If I weren't busy
Roshan Paul MBA 25
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Roshan Paul MBA 25

I chose UC Davis to gain academic rigor, understand the full food supply chain and connect restaurant consulting experience to agriculture through the Industry Immersion.

Current Position

System Analyst, Taylor Farms

Previous Work Experience

  • Sales Intern, Taylor Farms
  • Sales Development Intern, Veryfi
  • Assistant Manager - Consulting & Implementation, DotPe
  • Customer Success Manager, EagleOwl
  • New Business Acquisition Associate, Blowhorn

Previous Education

  • Bachelor of Science in computer science, National Institute of Technology, Calicut, India

Fun Facts

  • I’ve had a preference for even numbers since I was five
From Restaurant Kitchens to a Career in Food and Agriculture Operations
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From Restaurant Kitchens to a Career in Food and Agriculture Operations

Inside the transformational UC Davis Industry Immersion

From restaurant kitchens in India to optimizing operations at Taylor Farms, Roshan Paul MBA 25 shows how UC Davis’ Food and Ag Industry Immersion turns learning and access into career.

What Made UC Davis the Right MBA
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What Made UC Davis the Right MBA

Not just a degree—a toolkit that opened doors

From nonprofit healthcare to executive leadership, alumna Sara Howard explains how UC Davis’s collaborative MBA delivered a real-world toolkit—fast-tracking her career with immediate ROI and lasting impact.

Healthcare and Biotech Careers Offer Strong Growth Paths for MBAs
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Healthcare and Biotech Careers Offer Strong Growth Paths for MBAs

Alumni at Sutter Health, Synthego and Oncodesign share how business leadership shapes patient care and scientific innovation

Pulling the curtain back on their career success, three UC Davis MBA alumni reveal the critical skills needed in healthcare and biotech to make decisions where the stakes are high and the data is complex.

How the Bank Founded by Alexander Hamilton is Transforming for the Future of Finance
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How the Bank Founded by Alexander Hamilton is Transforming for the Future of Finance

Fortune interviews MBA alumna Cathinka Walstrom, BNY's Chief Commercial Officer

Source: Fortune's Next to Lead

BNY’s Chief Commercial Officer, Cathinka Wahlstrom MBA 91, unpacks how a centuries old institution is transforming itself for the next era of finance—including how BNY is adopting AI and balancing tradition and innovation. View video.

Speed Networking in the City: Building Bridges from Tech to Business
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Speed Networking in the City: Building Bridges from Tech to Business

Career insights from Adobe, TikTok, Visa and Walmart alumni

At the UC Davis GSM Speed Networking event, students met alumni and industry leaders from top companies for fast, meaningful conversations that revealed how analytics drives careers—and how real connections shape professional growth.

My Nontraditional Path to an MBA
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My Nontraditional Path to an MBA

“I pursued an MBA to understand business—and my own blind spots.”

From dropping out of college to launching a viral nonprofit and building Cosmoforge, a thriving marketing agency, this entrepreneur found purpose—and powerful partnerships—through the UC Davis Full-Time MBA.

Dillon Hill MBA 24
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Dillon Hill MBA 24

I went here for my undergrad, dropped out to work on a startup and then decided to come back for my master's degree!

Current Position

  • CEO, Cosmoforge

Previous Work Experience

  • Cofounder, SchedGo
  • Digital Campaign Manager, Omnilocal
  • Growth Marketing Consultant, Cosmoforge
  • Growth Marketing Manager, Empathable
  • Director of Astonishment, Live For Another
  • Founder, Gamers Gift
  • Digital Marketing Manager, Irish Iron

Previous Education

  • B.S. Information Science, University of Arizona

Fun Facts

  • I have led three world record events.
  • I have been on television.
  • I love to BBQ.
Sanjay Puri MSBA 25
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Sanjay Puri MSBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its prime location, prestigious reputation, strong alumni network, innovative curriculum and collaborative learning environment.

Current Position

  • Global Logistics Analyst at Mainspring Energy

Previous Work Experience

  • Supply Chain Lead, Philip Morris International
  • Supply Chain Manager, Brook & Ben Event Management
  • Sales and Marketing Assistant Manager, DataCheck (Credit Bureau)

Previous Education

  • Master of Science in Business Analytics, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Master's in management, Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi
  • Bachelor's in business
Selina (Yingxuan) Bian MSBA 25
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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