Wharton Stories: MBA

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“Being named a Jacobs Scholar was a defining moment of my Wharton experience,” says Harry Kong, WG’26. “Being part of a group of students who take quantitative methods seriously — and who come at them from very different angles — sharpened how I think about my own work.”

Reflections From a Jacobs Scholar MBA Graduate

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“Entertainment, at its core, is about connection and community. It’s what drew me to this industry as a kid moving between countries, looking for a common language. Building these treks was, in a small way, the same thing: creating a space where people could find each other, share something real, and leave a little more ready for what comes next.” — Ami Higuchi, WG’26

Beyond Hollywood: Wharton’s Media & Entertainment Trek Builds Something Bigger

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“Wharton gives you an unusually safe environment to test things: classmates who will give real feedback, professors who will pressure-test your assumptions, and programs like VIP-X that simulate real investor scrutiny.” — Ojú Junaid, WG’26

Inside VIP-X Philadelphia: How Wharton MBA Founders Are Scaling Startups

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“At Wharton, I gained skills in finance and leadership,” says Michael Greer, WG’21, CEO of ArtsFund. “But, just as importantly, I built a network of people across industries: tech, aerospace, venture capital, government.”

From Dancer to CEO: The Impact Journey of a Wharton MBA

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Wharton MBA students come from a wide variety of backgrounds, industries, companies, and undergraduate institutions; there truly is no single “right” path to business school.

Inbox Confessionals: Answers to Common Wharton MBA Questions

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“This trek reminded us that beauty is not just about products, it’s about people, passion, and purpose. It’s a space where creativity and commerce meet, where diverse perspectives can drive positive change, and where MBAs have a unique opportunity to lead with both intentionality and heart.” – Aarati Cohly WG25

Wharton Beauty Trek: Merging Fashion, Innovation, and Global Business

Narmin Aydamirova WG25 (left) and husband Fardi Rahimli WG25 graduated with son Aras in tow on May 18. (Images courtesy of Narmin Aydamirova)
An international couple completed the MBA program together while raising a son.

It Takes a Village

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“Don’t wait to be chosen—lead where you are. Wharton is full of stages. Sometimes you choreograph the routine. Sometimes you run the show. Either way, the spotlight’s big enough for all of us.” – Kelsey Spencer WG25

Leadership Evolution: From Dance to Design Thinking

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“The ETA community at Wharton played an enormous role in helping me pivot my career, so I’m committed to paying it forward.” – Jason Nguyen WG25

From Venture Capital to Acquisition: One MBA Student’s Journey to Entrepreneurship at Wharton

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“One of the highlights of living in Philadelphia is its food scene. It’s a delicious microcosm of the city’s soul—a place where flavors tell stories, and every meal is an adventure.” — Vivian Tseng, WG25

A Wharton MBA’s Guide to Philadelphia’s Best Restaurants