Is there a hidden cost to apps like Afterpay?
Buy-now, pay-later apps are rising in popularity among Gen Zers. But do the downsides outweigh the convenience? Two Northeastern experts weigh in.
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Expanding career opportunities through pursuit of a graduate certificate
“Without having a formal education in the field, my knowledge was limited to my experiences. I wanted to learn more about marketing and earn a graduate certificate to provide myself access to more career opportunities in the future.” – Danielle Cochran, Graduate Certificate in Marketing'21
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Former consultant builds entrepreneurial skills
“The graduate certificate was the perfect mix of entrepreneurship and innovation coursework that helped me explore career paths while building the skills to grow my career at BCG.” – Jay Addo, Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship'21
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Transitioning from a career in the arts to the world of consulting
“As I explored how to break into the field, it became clear that an MBA was what I was looking for — a diverse and multifaceted degree that would equip me with the necessary skills to be a consultant.” says Camille Super, MBA'22
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Is breast milk the solution to the baby formula shortage? Unfortunately, it's not that simple
The baby formula shortage has left families scrambling to feed their children. Northeastern faculty explain why breastfeeding—or buying breast milk—isn't necessarily an easy solution. Photo by Paul Hennessy/Getty Images
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Becoming a healthcare consultant and social entrepreneur
“This experience showed me the true value of experiential learning; there's a significant difference between going to class and hearing about the passing of FDA approval versus being a part of it.” – Priscilla Colon, MBA'22
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Fourteen D'Amore-McKim Students named to the Huntington 100 List
Fourteen D'Amore-McKim students have been named to the Huntington 100 List.
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With an eye for cosmetics, Aniyah Smith fashions a commencement address
Smith, who is receiving an MBA, comes from a background in fashion and was nervous about fitting in with the business community. That perspective changed when she started an award-winning business.
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Choosing a new path: Finding a passion for mission-driven accounting
“As I progress in my career, I'm interested in ESG consulting and helping companies become more environmentally effective, and make a positive social impact. I'm excited to be a part of this mission.” says Juliana Hadjiyane, MS in Accounting/MBA'22
Undergraduate Degree: Mathematical Economics
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Gaining progressive experience in portfolio management
“I earned a promotion to sector manager, where I managed a team of 14 analysts and developed my skills further, especially as a leader. I mentored the analysts by sharing my thoughts and reviewing their valuations. Overall, the 360 Huntington Fund helped me grow as an individual.” – Parth Patel, MS in Quantitative Finance'21
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From the Classroom to the Field: How Instructional Design Proves Pivotal Across Industries
Though instructional design is not a new field, it is quickly being recognized as a necessary one. Teachers are needed everywhere, not just in the brick-and-mortar classroom. Instructional design has become a natural pathway for a variety of educators to converge their unique skillsets to positively impact learning across secondary and higher education, as well as many other industries.
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Northeastern honors Mathras for Excellence in Teaching
D'Amore-McKim Associate Teaching Professor of Marketing Daniele Mathras was nominated for Northeastern's Excellence in Teaching Award by her students. Their glowing remarks about their experiences in her class helped her earn the coveted award. She was recently recognized at the 2022 Northeastern Academic Honors Convocation.