EMBA Americas

Learn more about the diverse students, alumni, and faculty of this international executive MBA program.

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Diana Bricknell, MBA ’16: Going back to school and becoming her best self

Americas graduate Diana Bricknell, MBA ’16, is steadfast in her commitment to bringing more women in STEM into the fold and ushering in change that has been long overdue.

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Business venturing session combines skydiving and macroeconomics

It was great to see so many of my classmates again—many of whom I haven’t seen since our two-week kickoff in July. We just completed our second residential session in Arizona.

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Americas Class of 2018: Why not give back?

It is a true honor to act as a representative to my amazing class—the best and brightest group of future business trailblazers. Consider giving back to your Class Campaign.

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Executive MBA myth-busting: 5 myths about the Americas program

There are a lot of misconceptions out there about what earning a Cornell executive MBA is like. Here are a few myths I encountered that got busted along the way.

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Changing careers: My transition from Starwood to Amazon

Executive MBA Americas alumnus Nasser Nammari explains how earning an MBA helped him change careers and transition from Starwood to Amazon.

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Military Veterans: MBA education fosters natural business leadership

In my experience as a veteran in the Executive MBA Americas program at Cornell, Johnson is similar to the Marines in that it’s creating great leaders.

Spanning the Americas—the people you meet
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Spanning the Americas—the people you meet

Pursuing your MBA as part of the Americas program immerses you in an environment designed to foster amazing friendships that will be with you for life.

Which Executive MBA program? Johnson’s Americas. Here’s why.
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Which Executive MBA program? I chose Johnson’s Americas. Here’s why.

As a professional, the simple decision to go back to school is anything but simple. Is getting an MBA is right for you? What institution will you attend?

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Staying connected: 4 tips for successful networking with an MBA

How do I stay connected with my network, classmates, professors, and fellow alumni? I have compiled four tips for successful networking with your MBA.