“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.
“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
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
My experience with Bloomberg Terminal through the 360 Huntington Fund gave me a strong advantage in finance. I learned how to access real-time market data, analyze trends, and build valuation models using professional-grade tools. Bloomberg isn't just about data, it's about making informed decisions quickly, and mastering it gave me a competitive edge.” – Anshika Gupta, MS in Quantitative Finance'25
When students from Northeastern's Oakland campus teamed up with NVIDIA engineers, they got a front-row look at how cutting-edge AI is reshaping industry. Through hands-on workshops, lab tours, and real-world problem-solving sessions, students explored everything from accelerated computing to responsible AI design.
Northeastern student Rebecca Zhao turned a TikTok trend into a successful jewelry business and now plans to relaunch and scale it with skills gained in college.
D'Amore-McKim cryptocurrency experts said many macroeconomic factors — as well as the inherent volatility of bitcoin — are contributing to the wide swings in valuation.
Finals prep looks different for everyone, but it almost always involves some mix of ritual, self-care and even superstition.