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As the 29th overall MBA school, Simon not only offers a STEM-designated degree but also a supportive community to foster growth and future careers.

The community.

Fall is Western New York is the best.

Data Analytics; Simon VISION Consulting; Consulting Club; Simon Women in Business; Forté

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Andrew Black, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

Andrew Black, Class of 2022

Email: ablack25@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Undergraduate School and Major: Colgate University, Psychology
Academic Focus: Marketing Strategy and Analytics

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I worked at M&T Bank in Commercial Planning & Analytics and joined the bank through the Management Development Program.

Leadership and analytics were two areas I identified as essential toward taking the next step in my career. Rooted in collaboration, the MBA program offered the most robust opportunities to learn to lead and excel in team-based settings. Additionally, Simon was the nation’s first program to offer the STEM MBA designation regardless of specialization. Analytics is an integral aspect of the program, and that was a differentiator from other programs.

How team-oriented the MBA program is. Simon seeks out individuals who believe we can accomplish more together, and it shows in the collaborative spirit of the school.

How accessible everything is. There is a wide range of things to do, from hiking trails to museums to great restaurants. Although Rochester is a smaller city, there is no shortage of places to go to keep you busy.

Simon Marketing Association; Simon Product Management Club; Simon Volunteers

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Kelly O'Brien, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

I knew I wanted to come to Simon after Women’s Weekend in 2019, when not one but TWO current students reached out after the weekend was over. I wanted to surround myself with people who cared like that.

Kelly O'Brien, Class of 2022

Email: kobri30@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Niagara Falls, NY
Undergraduate School Major: Fordham University, American Studies
Academic Focus: Strategy Consulting

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I worked in higher education, arts administration, and public policy. I also just completed my MS in Urban Studies!

The diversity. Simonites go out of their way to engage with difference.

The vernacular architecture! So many houses are decades—if not centuries—old and are absolutely beautiful to look at. I also love being within a two-hour drive of my family for the first time in over a decade.

Consulting Club; Simon VISION Consulting; Simon Women in Business; Simon UNCorked

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Odochi Uwazurike, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

I chose Simon because every time I visited the campus, the staff, faculty, students, and alumni always made me feel like I was “at home.”

Odochi Uwazurike, Class of 2022

Email: ouwazuri@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Inwood, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Dartmouth College, Religion and Psychological and Brain Sciences
Academic Focus: Strategy Consulting

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Before Simon, I was the survivorship and young adult program coordinator at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY, for seven years.

I chose Simon because every time I visited the campus, the staff, faculty, students, and alumni always made me feel like I was “at home.” From my very first correspondence with the Admissions Team over email and text (yes, they are that cool that they offer to text you) to meeting my future classmates at Scholarship Weekend, it always felt like Simon was the right fit for me.

I love Simon’s idyllic location on the University of Rochester campus. Tucked perfectly between the Interfaith Chapel and Rush Rhees Library, Simon sits in the most charming nook on campus. The best part of this is all the impromptu scenic photoshoots we get to take “for the ’gram.”

The bustling culinary scene. I’m a huge foodie, so having so many restaurants to check out while exploring the city is extremely exciting!

Simon Black Student Alliance; Simon Life Sciences; Simon Africa Business Club; Simon UNCorked

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Mitchell Guber, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

In addition to the strong “pay-it-forward” attitude that is fostered within the community, Simon’s curriculum and student-led organizations offered me the best opportunity to gain the necessary skills to make a career change.

Mitchell Guber, Class of 2022

Email: mguber@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Jericho, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Pennsylvania State University, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Academic Focus: Marketing and Strategy

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I worked as an event operations and event planning manager at a variety of Marriott International Hotels in Maryland, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC.

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Marketing role in healthcare or medical technology

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Fall weather with an abundance of outdoor activities.

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Graduate Business Council; Simon Marketing Association; Simon Data Analytics Club; Simon VISION Consulting; Net Impact; Simon Life Sciences Club; Simon Volunteers Club; Simon Women in Business

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Susanna McDonald, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2023

My favorite thing about Simon is the small size—the whole class is on one group chat.

Susanna McDonald, Class of 2023

Email: emcdon15@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Romulus, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Princeton University, Major: Sociology, Minor: Creative Writing, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Academic Focus: Specialization: Marketing, Minor: Entrepreneurship

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Wellness Entrepreneurship

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Scale my virtual fitness company: trainwithsusanna.com

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I wanted to be near my family.

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The small size—the whole class is on one group chat.

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Exploring walking trails in Highland Park.

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Simon Entrepreneurs Association; Simon School Venture Fund; Simon Says; Simon Women in Business; Simon Black Student Alliance; Simon Spectrum

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Kevin Kozlowski, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2023

The top three reasons I chose Simon are the close-knit community feel, the academics with an emphasis on data and quant, and the leadership and post-grad opportunities.

Kevin Kozlowski, Class of 2023

Email: kkozlow4@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: SUNY Buffalo State, Pre-Med
Academic Focus: Product Management

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Sales/Customer Success

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Product Management in Tech

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The top three reasons I chose Simon are the close-knit community feel, the academics with an emphasis on data and quant, and the leadership and post-grad opportunities.

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The people!

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The weather… no, seriously. I love having four seasons and the summers are amazing.

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Graduate Business Council; Simon Product Management Club; Simon Marketing Association; Simon Golf Club

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Jody MacDonald, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2023

Simon is a hidden gem. The education is top tier, the community is outstanding, and faculty are best-in-class.

Jody MacDonald, Class of 2023

Email: jmacdon7@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Toronto, Canada
Undergraduate School and Major: Houghton College, Business Administration
Academic Focus: Consulting

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Brand Management

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External management consulting or internal strategy consulting

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Simon is a hidden gem. The education is top tier, the community is outstanding, and faculty are best-in-class.

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The comprehensive approach to education and career planning—Simon provides immense career resources to ensure each student is successful.

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Nothing ever seems to be more than a 10-minute drive away.

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Simon VISION Consulting; Simon Consulting Club; Simon School Venture Fund

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Mukund Prasad, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

I chose Simon because of its strong community, great management support, and lucrative return on investment.

Mukund Prasad, Class of 2022

Email: mprasad6@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Gaya, India
Undergraduate School and Major: Vellore Institute of Technology, Computer Science Engineering
Academic Focus: Specialization: Product Management, with Minor: Finance

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Technology consulting in fintech industry

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Product Manager in fintech industry

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I chose Simon because of its strong community, great management support, and lucrative return on investment.

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#SimonStrong cultural values and support from the Benet Center team

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Beaches on Ontario Lake, delicious food and breweries, and close proximity to major cities.

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Simon Product Management Club

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Anika Wright, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

I chose Simon because it was the first school with a STEM MBA for every specialization, and it champions diversity.

Anika Wright, Class of 2022

Email: awrig33@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Bronx, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Rochester Institute of Technology, Accounting
Academic Focus: Corporate Finance

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Senior Financial Analyst at FCB Global

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ESG/Impact Investing

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I chose Simon because it was the first school with a STEM MBA for every specialization, and it champions diversity.

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My favorite thing about Simon is the community. Everyone is friendly and willing to help; we are like a big family.

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There are a lot of festivals and outdoor activities to enjoy.

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Simon Black Student Alliance; Simon Volunteers; Simon Women in Business; Forté

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Julianne Fiori, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

I love the diversity that Simon offers its students, not only within its course and club offerings but the classmates within each MBA cohort.

Julianne Fiori, Class of 2022

Email: jfiori@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Pittsford, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Marist College, Advertising and Marketing
Academic Focus: STEM MBA Candidate, Specialization: Product Management, Minor: Entrepreneurship and Global Business

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Prior to Simon, I worked in NYC within the finance and tech industries, specifically in client relations. I was a client support specialist at Indeed.com, where I supported clients’ sponsored jobs and monthly monetary budgets. In addition, I worked at JPMorgan as a corporate and investment bank campus recruiter, which allowed me to work with incoming analysts and associates interested in investment banking opportunities. Lastly, I worked at TheGuarantors, a fintech start-up, where I managed a team of associates who educated and trained our clients on the various products and services we provided.

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Pursue a career within the tech industry where I am able to influence teams across the globe within the marketing and business development space. As someone who has a strong passion for international business, I plan to take my career global where I will be able to work cross-functionally, not only between teams but also between countries.

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One of the main reasons I chose Simon was because of its diversity and strong entrepreneurial education. I wanted to become a part of a program that would expand my global perspective and ability to work with others from various backgrounds and experiences. Simon has presented many opportunities that have afforded me to grow my professional network with industry leaders and experts.

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I love the diversity that Simon offers its students, not only within its course and club offerings but the classmates within each MBA cohort. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the MBA Class of 2022 and know that I have become a more worldly leader and student because of the opportunities I’ve been a part of that have allowed me to expand my mindset and network.

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As a Rochester native, I absolutely love the Erie Canal! I grew up rowing along the canal, so I always enjoy spending time walking through the Pittsford Village and admiring the boats and ducks going by.

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Simon Entrepreneurs Association (President); Forté; Simon Women in Business; Simon Marketing Association

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George Muchira, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2023

Beyond its rigorous academic program, Simon is known for embracing diversity not only with regard to the backgrounds but also the perspectives that the students offer.

George Muchira, Class of 2023

Email: gmuchira@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Nairobi, Kenya
Undergraduate School and Major: Jomo Kenyatta University, Civil Engineering
Academic Focus: Corporate Finance

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I worked in private equity, strategy, investor relations, and, most recently, corporate finance in a financial planning and analysis role.

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Corporate finance with a mix of internal strategy.

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A close-knit, communal, and diverse classroom was the top deciding factor when I was looking at business schools. Beyond its rigorous academic program, Simon is known for embracing diversity not only with regard to the backgrounds but also the perspectives that the students offer. I knew that the relatively small classroom would allow for direct engagement with my classmates, the second-year students, and the faculty.

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The people, from the students to the staff. Everyone is always willing to learn, lend a hand, and be ever better!

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The town is both small enough that everything you need is within a 20-minute radius and big enough that you can take in the beautiful parks, festivals, and eateries.

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Simon School Venture Fund; Simon Africa Business Club; Simon Finance and Investment Club

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Sophia Leung, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2023

Simon’s culture of thoughtful leadership aligned with my vision for the ideal MBA program.

Sophia Leung, Class of 2023

Email: sleung8@Simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Queens, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Hunter College, Geography and Studio Art
Academic Focus: Product Management and Pricing Strategy

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Prior to Simon, I worked as a designer and merchandiser in the luxury furniture and hospitality industries in NYC. I even started my own design consulting business!

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Product Management

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Simon’s culture of thoughtful leadership aligned with my vision for the ideal MBA program. After speaking with students, it was clear that Simon primes its student community to become leaders for change.

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Caring and smart community. Simonites always lend a helping hand.

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I love Rochester’s cycling paths! You can be surrounded by lush trees in Genesee Valley Park or enjoy an idyllic view of the city from Highland Park.

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Simon Product Management Club; Simon Marketing Association; Asians in America; Net Impact; Outdoor Adventure Club

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Oliver Chen, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

The staff, the faculty, the alumni, and my peers are always warm and welcoming.

Oliver Chen, Class of 2022

Email: ochen3@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Hong Kong
Undergraduate School and Major: Trinity College, Political Science
Academic Focus: Finance (Banking)

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Venture Capital and Private Equity

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I will be returning to State Street Bank based out of Boston as an assistant vice president, part of their flagship Graduate Finance Program.

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I chose Simon for several reasons—first, Simon has a tightly knit and collegial community. The faculty, administration, and staff place great care in the growth and wellbeing of each student. Second, Simon has a strong culture of "paying it forward." I learned of this culture when I was researching Simon as a prospective MBA applicant. Third, Simon has a solid analytical program. Coming from a liberal arts background in college, Simon was the perfect place to round out my education by giving me an analytical edge.

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The distinctive student culture and community. The staff, the faculty, the alumni, and my peers are always warm and welcoming. I felt incredible amounts of support moving through my MBA and the recruiting process. It is the camaraderie from the Simon community that always makes challenging times fly by effortlessly.

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Rochester is a charming city—it is graced with a phenomenal art, music, and restaurant scene. It is also located beautifully in the Finger Lakes Region, near great state parks, biking trails, and wineries. You will definitely not run out of things to do or places to explore when you are here!

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Simon School Venture Fund (Chief Operating Officer); Asians in America (Cultural Ambassador)

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Christian Stuewe, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

Connecting the world of management with analytical thinking is my primary goal in pursuing an MBA, and it is an area where Simon excels.

Christian Stuewe, Class of 2022

Email: cstuewe@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Penfield, NY
Undergraduate School and Major: Cornell University, Industrial and Labor Relations
Academic Focus: Specializations: Strategy and Technology, Minor: Analytics

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Sales and Compliance

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HR in the tech industry

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Connecting the world of management with analytical thinking is my primary goal in pursuing an MBA, and it is an area where Simon excels. The emphasis that is placed on diversity at all levels is something that is core to my beliefs and another big reason I chose Simon.

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The sense of camaraderie and community on campus when speaking with colleagues, classmates, professors, and staff.

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The abundance of hiking and outdoor options to explore nature, including countless trails and gorges to check out while you are here. Honorable mention to the litany of food options from across the globe—Ethiopian, Thai, Spanish, Rochester has it all!

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Simon VISION Consulting; Simon Data Analytics Club; Simon Spectrum; Simon Women in Business and Forté—Men as Allies; Simon Volunteers

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Kevin Quiros, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

Right from the start, you meet “Simon people” who try to personally get to know you and encourage your goals. I can’t say enough about the great people who are a part of this community.

Kevin Quiros, Class of 2022

Email: kquiros@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Fayetteville, NC
Undergraduate School and Major: The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Political Science, concentration in International and Military Affairs
Academic Focus: Specializations: Strategy Consulting

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Strategic Operations

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Strategic Operations

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Right from the start, you meet “Simon people” who try to personally get to know you and encourage your goals. I can’t say enough about the great people who are a part of this community. They genuinely want to see you succeed and reach new levels of personal growth.

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The Simon Standard.” At Simon you quickly realize how classes are intertwined with each other giving you a dynamic understanding of various business disciplines. This allows you to see relations with concepts and reinforces critical thinking.

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I enjoy how there are a lot of outdoor parks and recreational activities in close proximity. There’s always a good time to take a break from your computer screen and take a walk down the canal or go hiking.

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Simon Sports; Simon Partners; Latin American Students of Simon; Simon Marketing Association

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Shonika Kochar, Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022

I chose Simon for the strong data analytics focus and community-driven values.

Shonika Kochar, Class of 2022

Email: skochar@simon.rochester.edu

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Hometown: Malaysia
Undergraduate School and Major: London College of Fashion, Fashion Management
Academic Focus: Brand Management, Marketing

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Brand Management, Marketing

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To work for a company whose core values give back to their industry and society.

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The strong data analytics focus and community-driven values.

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