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The position comes after years of excellence in scholarship and service to the preeminent group for accounting academics.

“What I've learned is that pursuing my master's degree and competing as a D1 track and field athlete have made me more organized, resilient, and intentional. Doing one or the other wouldn't challenge me in the same way. Balancing both forces me to level up.” – Ryan Slaney, MS in Finance'26

“I came to Northeastern planning to study finance, but my first accounting class quickly showed me that's where I really belonged. The logical structure and satisfaction of getting a clear, definitive answer clicked with me right away.” – Luca Capeci, MS in Accounting'25

Assistant Professor Weiling Liu reimagined a flagship econometrics course at D'Amore-McKim, swapping legacy tools for Python and machine learning, all while earning the Rupert Teaching Innovation & Excellence Award along the way.

The Rupert Award-winning professor uses competitions, real-world standards, and a healthy respect for human ingenuity to turn business students into world-class data storytellers.

Each year, the entire university community comes together to support the students and programs that make Northeastern so special. Giving Day has become a tradition, with alumni, friends, and families all joining in to pay it forward.

“The MBA strengthened my analytical skills, exposed me to modern business tools like AI, and gave me countless opportunities to apply what I was learning directly to my work.” – Binglei (Leilei) Zhou, MBA'23

“One of the things I've appreciated most about the program is how it integrates technology into coursework. With my workplace starting to adopt AI tools, learning about these concepts in class has given me the skills and confidence to navigate technological change effectively.” – Jacqueline (Jackie) Scherer, MBA'28

For nearly five decades, Ravi Ramamurti has expanded the lens of global business — challenging institutions to recognize the power and potential of emerging markets. As a scholar, teacher, and founder of Northeastern's Center for Emerging Markets, he has turned overlooked economies into central conversations in classrooms and boardrooms alike. By shaping research, influencing policy, and preparing students to lead in a shifting global landscape, Ramamurti exemplifies what it means to be an impact maker.

The Part-Time MBA Class of 2025 brings together 48 professionals with an average of around eight years of work experience and a shared drive to grow.