2025 Most Disruptive Business School Startups: Degree2Destiny
Degree2Destiny is an AI-powered career readiness platform—founded by Anjali Laddha, DMSB'26—helping students turn their degrees into real careers.
Degree2Destiny is an AI-powered career readiness platform—founded by Anjali Laddha, DMSB'26—helping students turn their degrees into real careers.
“Don't set a long wish list with vague or all-or-nothing goals, and don't rely solely on willpower,” said Hristina Nikolova, an associate professor of marketing at Northeastern University's D'Amore-McKim School of Business.
Professor Laura Huang's research shows gut feeling complements data in leadership decisions.
During finals week, when stress runs high across campus, D'Amore-McKim student Anthony Casabianca brings an unexpected dose of joy.
As the year comes to a close, D'Amore-McKim students are pausing to reflect on how far they've come—and where they're headed next.
“If you're serious about accounting, the PlusOne program is a game-changer. It is a strong academic and professional asset that gives you graduate-level experience during your fourth year of undergrad. It puts you ahead in the job market and helps you prepare for the CPA while gaining real-world experience.” – Justin Soriano, PlusOne MS in Accounting'26, BS in Business Administration with an Accounting Concentration'26
“And it's not just theory. The classes are really hands-on. In my Auditing in a Big Data Environment course, we focused on work paper documentation and how to use current tech platforms, which helped prepare me for my corporate residency. These skills are especially valuable as technology transforms audit every day.” – Lucy Ross, MS in Accounting'25
The school's new Dean's Advisory Council (DAC) will bring industry expertise directly into its strategic planning to strengthen global perspectives, deepen corporate partnerships, and position D'Amore-McKim as a leader in business education's next era.
New research from the University of Utah Fintech Center shows industrial banks outperform traditional banks in safety, returns, and lending to underserved markets, challenging calls for expanded FDIC regulation.
“I no longer just know where numbers go on a schedule; I understand why they go there. That clarity has made me much more efficient and confident in my role.” – Zerek Gutierrez, MS in Accounting'25