Poets&Quants April 2025: Admissions And Students’ Online MBA Insights by: Ursula Balent on April 09, 2025 | 263 Views April 9, 2025 Copy Link Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Email Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Reddit Join us for an exclusive event featuring admissions leaders and current students from top Online MBA programs. Gain valuable insights into program options, student experiences, and pathways to success. Learn key steps to get started, explore learning opportunities, connect with global networks, and receive expert advice to guide you on your MBA journey. Building Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Impact Of The AI Cert On Business And Innovation At Northeastern D’Amore McKim In this panel, we discuss how you can make the Northeastern’s D’Amore-McKim OMBA program unique with an AI Certificate, and how it aligns with “AI for All” philosophy. Learn about the key skills covered, how the program integrates AI with business, and the career opportunities for graduates. Plus, get tips for prospective students looking to make the most of this valuable learning opportunity. Visit D’Amore-McKim’s OMBA school profile here: https://poetsandquants.com/online-mba/northeastern-university-online-mba/?pq-directory-type=online-mba Inside The Online MBA: Structure, Opportunities, And The Florida Gator Experience Listen in as we explore the University of Florida’s Online MBA program, covering its history, flexible one- and two-year options, and the unique asynchronous structure. Learn about the opportunities to enhance your experience through global and domestic immersion experiences, project management, and leadership certifications. We also dive into support from business career services, networking with fellow students and alumni, and what makes being a Gator so special. Visit the University of Florida’s Online MBA school profile here: https://poetsandquants.com/online-mba/university-of-florida-warrington-online-mba/?pq-directory-type=online-mba The Road To Acceptance: OMBA Admissions Demystified With BU Questrom, American Kogod & Johns Hopkins Carey John A. Byrne kicks off our 2025 Online MBA event, featuring BU Questrom, American Kogod, and Johns Hopkins Carey. Get insights on programs, synchronous vs. asynchronous learning, curriculum, career coaching, networking, and more. Learn how online students connect with their cohort, faculty, and school community. Wondering why choose an OMBA over an MBA? This session will answer your questions and guide your next steps. Straight From The Source: Student Voices From BU Questrom, American Kogod & Johns Hopkins Carey Join John A. Byrne as he engages in a conversation with current OMBA students from BU Questrom, American Kogod, and Johns Hopkins Carey. Hear firsthand about their unique journeys and discover why they chose their respective schools and programs. Get insights into their experiences with ROI, program dynamics, flexibility, and standout moments. They’ll also share valuable advice, unexpected surprises, challenges they’ve faced, and what they wish they had known when considering their degree. Inside The Admissions Playbook At Northeastern D’Amore McKim & University Of Massachusetts Isenberg Join admissions leaders from Northeastern University’s D’Amore-McKim School of Business and the University of Massachusetts Isenberg School of Management for an in-depth look at their Online MBA programs. Learn about the flexibility of the programs, key highlights, curriculum structure, team projects, faculty expertise, career outcomes, employer perspectives, and much more. This session will help you determine if an OMBA is the right next step in your career journey. Real Talk: The Online MBA Student Experience At Northeastern D’Amore McKim & University Of Massachusetts Isenberg Join us for a panel featuring students from Northeastern University’s D’Amore-McKim and the UMass Isenberg Online MBA programs. Hear firsthand about their journeys, including the personal ROI, their reasons for choosing these schools and programs, and the learning experiences. The panel will also cover interactions with professors, opportunities for experiential learning, and work-family-life balance. Students will also share the tools they’ve learned, unexpected challenges faced, and valuable advice for prospective OMBA candidates. How To Navigate The Admissions Process With Baruch Zicklin, Jack Welch, Kennesaw State & The University Of San Francisco Join John A. Byrne as he discusses Online MBA programs with Baruch Zicklin, Jack Welch, Kennesaw State, and the University of San Francisco. In this discussion, panelists share valuable insights on the unique aspects of their programs, including differences in curriculum, faculty expertise, industry connections, and flexible learning options. Explore the key distinctions between an OMBA and a traditional MBA, gain an understanding of program timelines, and uncover the opportunities that each institution offers to students. Know Before You Go: Student Voices At Baruch Zicklin, Jack Welch & Kennesaw State Join us for an insightful panel featuring students from the Baruch Zicklin, Jack Welch, and Kennesaw State Online MBA programs. Gain firsthand insights into their educational journeys, motivations for selecting their respective schools and programs, and the return on investment they’ve experienced. They’ll share their learning and group work experiences, along with the key skills they’ve acquired along the way. Additionally, hear about standout moments from their MBA journeys and receive valuable advice for those considering pursuing an OMBA. Standing Out In The Admissions Process: Carnegie Mellon Tepper, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Florida Warrington & Tulane Freeman John A. Byrne leads a discussion with leaders from top Online MBA programs, including Carnegie Mellon Tepper, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Florida Warrington, and Tulane Freeman. The conversation explores key differentiators of each program, the unique advantages of an Online MBA versus a traditional MBA, and how these schools are adapting to trends in AI, healthcare, analytics, and beyond. Additionally, the panel highlights the important role that people and community play in the overall impact of an Online MBA experience. Straight From The Source: The Student Journey At Carnegie Mellon Tepper, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Florida Warrington & Tulane Freeman Join current students from Online MBA programs at Carnegie Mellon Tepper, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Florida Warrington, and Tulane Freeman as they share their experiences. Discover why they chose their respective schools and programs, gain insights into the learning experience, work-life balance, and hallmark moments that shaped their journey. They also offer valuable advice for prospective students and discuss how they’ve leveraged their alumni networks for professional growth. Inside Admissions With IU Kelley, Michigan Ross & Purdue Mitch Daniels Join John A. Byrne for a panel discussion with admissions leaders from IU Kelley, Michigan Ross, and Purdue Mitch Daniels as they explore what sets their programs apart. Discover how these top-tier schools compare in key areas like career support, the differences between an OMBA and an MBA, unique program experiences, and unexpected insights. They’ll also discuss the average timelines for degree completion and the growing impact of AI on business education. This conversation will help you better understand your “why” to guide your decision-making process. Student Voices At IU Kelley, Michigan Ross & Purdue Mitch Daniels Join current students from the Online MBA programs at IU Kelley, Michigan Ross, and Purdue Mitch Daniels as they share their unique experiences. Learn why they chose their respective schools, programs, and degrees. Gain valuable insights into their learning journey, work-life balance, tips for staying focused, soft skills acquired, and much more. Plus, hear each student’s standout moment in the program and their top advice for prospective OMBA students.