My Kelley Experience

Experience during the program

When I made the decision to pursue an MBA, I knew Kelley was going to be a top contender given my interest in marketing and desire to be part of a small and supportive student body. I’m beyond happy about my choice to attend and wanted to share a bit about three different aspects of the program that have made my experience so great.

First up, my classmates. The Kelley community is remarkably supportive of one another. I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how everyone really takes the time to get to know and learn about each other. I’ve already made countless friends that I’m confident will last for years to come following graduation. The second-year students have done a wonderful job helping to make sure the first-year students’ lives at Kelley is enjoyable, which has been much appreciated.

Next, the administration and faculty. Having just finished the Core, we were able to take classes with professors across a number of different disciplines. Regardless of their specialty, they emphasized the importance of a well-rounded education and improving our abilities to communicate with others and solve problems in new ways. The Graduate Career Services department has been helpful, too. Every student is paired with a career coach and a second-year peer coach, both of whom help us navigate the recruiting process and transition to being a Kelley student.

Finally, the Academies. Upon coming to Kelley, each student chooses an Academy (Consumer Marketing, Business Marketing, Consulting, Supply Chain, Strategic Finance, Capital Markets and Life Sciences), which is an experiential course focused specifically on an area of industry. The Academy Directors design each course in a way that gives students a comprehensive understanding of a particular industry, which includes bringing in guest speakers and organizing trips across the country to visit companies. It’s a truly unique aspect of the program and has been a highlight of my experience thus far.

Overall BSchool experience (5.0)
Schools contribution (4.0)
Classmates rating (5.0)

Strengths of the program:

Curriculum, Classes, Professors
Student body, diversity
Culture & Student Support

Best fit at this program:

Consulting
Finance
Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Management

Can be improved:

Location