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Business Beyond Usual

159 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratings

Business Beyond Usual is a podcast from MBA students at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. In each episode, classmates tackle a burning issue in the business world or business education. There are no rules, no moderators, and no boundaries. This isn’t your typical b-school podcast. We’re taking business beyond usual.

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Episodes

Episode 808 — Academic Core Professor Spotlight

April 04, 2024 13:30 - 1 hour - 67 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, four academic core professors discuss their courses, research, and academic passions. The group explores how the academic core supports Full-Time MBA students to receive a robust and rigorous business education in the program's first year. In the discussion, the professors share what motivates them to teach in the Full-Time MBA Program and how Michigan Ross differentiates itself from other business schools through the academic core curric...

Episode 807 — Voices of Ross P2

March 14, 2024 13:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students who presented at VetX and Story Lab return to continue the discussion about their experiences at these storytelling events. The group explores their journeys to Michigan Ross and how the moments of adversity they shared in their stories shaped their experience as prospective and current students.  To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources discussed in this episode, check out a full-length article f...

Episode 806 — Voices of Ross P1

March 07, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students who presented at VetX, OutX, and Story Lab review their experiences at these storytelling events. The group shares their stories and how their time at Michigan Ross has been influenced by their identities and backgrounds. Most importantly, they discuss what it means to build community and find self-fulfillment at Ross.  To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources discussed in this episode, check out ...

Episode 805 — Sustainability and Business at Ross

February 08, 2024 15:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA and dual-degree students from the Erb Institute connect to discuss their experiences with sustainability at the Ross School of Business. The group discusses the dual degree MS/MBA program – a collaboration between Michigan Ross and the School for Environment and Sustainability – ClimateCAP, and how MBAs can participate in the move towards sustainable business.  To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources disc...

Introducing: Down to Business With Dean Sharon Matusik

January 31, 2024 16:10 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MB

In this new podcast, Sharon Matusik, the Edward J. Frey Dean of the Ross School of Business, invites alums in the C-Suite to discuss their path to business leadership. Listen to the first episode with Robert Isom, MBA ’91, CEO and President of American Airlines: https://myumi.ch/GkmEp. Host: Sharon Matusik Guest: Robert Isom Executive Producers: JT Godfrey, Tedra White Audio Engineer: Jonah Brockman

Episode 804 — Learning to Lead and Leading Learning

January 04, 2024 15:15 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students sit down with Jeff Domagala, Managing Director of the Sanger Leadership Center at the Ross School of Business, to discuss leadership. Exploring their own experiences learning how to lead at Michigan Ross, the panel dives into leadership philosophies, the resources available to MBA students, and more.  To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources discussed in this episode, check out a full-length artic...

Episode 803 — Recruiting at Ross: Resources for Meaningful and Impactful Careers

December 07, 2023 16:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students sit down with  Heather Byrne and Leslie Lynn from the Career Development Office at the Ross School of Business. Discussing their personal recruiting journeys and CDO resources, the panel dives into career path philosophies, the MBA recruiting process, and steps students can take to enhance their career planning experiences.   To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources discussed in this episode, chec...

Episode 802 — The People and Process of Full-Time MBA Admissions

November 01, 2023 14:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-time MBA students sit down with two members of the admissions team at Michigan Ross. Discussing their backgrounds and expertise, the panel dives into authentic applications, the class-building process, admissions events, and the people behind the admissions process.  To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources discussed in this episode, check out a full-length article for this episode at https://michiganross.umich.edu...

#801 — Back to Business: Advice for a Fulfilling MBA at Michigan Ross

October 05, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students share advice for a successful first-year and second-year at Michigan Ross. Discussing their experiences and lessons learned, the panel dives into recruiting, networking, coursework, goal-setting, life in Ann Arbor, and more. To learn more about the hosts, participants, and resources discussed in this episode, check out a full-length article for this episode at https://michiganross.umich.edu/news/podcasts/business-b...

#709 - Meet the Dean: Sitting Down With Sharon Matusik

May 10, 2023 16:55 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

In this episode, hosts John and David chat with Sharon Matusik, Dean of the Ross School of Business. Our panel discusses what makes “the Michigan Ross difference,” and Sharon shares her background, her vision for Ross, challenges she’s facing, her hopes for students, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of...

#708 - Looking Back With BBU Alums

April 05, 2023 20:40 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

In this episode, hosts Thomas and David welcome BBU alums Christina, Eric, Marjace, Jeff, Jerry, and Ramu back to the podcast to reflect on the show’s past and present. They discuss favorite moments during their time working on the podcast, challenges they faced, the power of storytelling, and more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at...

#707 - MBA Life in Ann Arbor

February 28, 2023 17:36 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

In this episode, hosts Alex and Claudia welcome guests Maria, Tony, and Daniela to discuss what life is really like in Ann Arbor as an MBA student or partner of a student. They discuss various living options (house, dorm, or apartment), resources to help in your housing search, favorite things about living in Ann Arbor, dealing with winter weather, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business...

Ross Weekly 2/27/23: Soccer Club

February 28, 2023 15:45 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Soccer Club, its activities, their favorite teams, and more.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon. Have thoughts about topi...

Ross Weekly 2/20/23: Brazilian Business Student Association

February 20, 2023 23:22 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Brazilian Business Student Association, which sponsors a variety of professional and cultural events throughout the year.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “B...

Ross Weekly 2/13/23: Entertainment and Media Club

February 13, 2023 22:02 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Entertainment and Media Club, the student club that focuses on industries like music, film and TV, gaming, and more.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Busine...

#706 - Social Impact at Michigan Ross

February 08, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

In this episode, hosts Arpit, Vivek, and Thomas welcome guests Anna and Alexis to talk about making a social impact as an MBA student. They discuss just a few of the more than 100 ways to make a social impact at Ross, including involvement with clubs, centers and institutes, course, MAP, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business...

Ross Weekly 2/6/23: Tech Club

February 06, 2023 16:52 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about Tech Club, the student club that sponsors career treks to New York and other tech centers, Tech Week at Michigan Ross, and a variety of social events.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for th...

Ross Weekly 1/30/23: FitX

January 30, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about FitX, the student club focusing on the health and fitness business, about its activities and events.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” co...

Ross Weekly 1/23/23: Entrepreneurship at Michigan Ross

January 24, 2023 00:19 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with three fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Entrepreneurship and Venture Club and all things entrepreneurship.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon. Have thoughts ab...

Ross Weekly 1/16/22: Ski Trip

January 17, 2023 15:05 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two Michigan Ross MBAs about the annual Ross ski trip.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touc...

#705 - Diverse Abilities in B-School

January 11, 2023 16:36 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

In this episode, hosts Eugenia, Cheryl, and Landry welcome guest Kris, founder of the Business Leaders for Diverse Abilities club at Michigan Ross, to talk about life as an MBA student with a disability. They discuss finding a supportive community, how to be a better ally, role models in the public sphere, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross...

Ross Weekly 11/28/22: Consulting Club

November 30, 2022 16:30 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two Michigan Ross MBAs about the Consulting Club, the largest MBA student organization at Michigan Ross, and case competitions.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon...

Ross Weekly 11/21/22: Partners Club At Ross

November 22, 2022 15:07 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two Michigan Ross MBAs who are co-presidents of the Partners Club At Ross about their organization and life as an MBA partner.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” about the in...

#704 - True Stories of Dual-Degree Students

November 16, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

In this episode, hosts Thoma, Alex, and Vivek welcome guests Alhan, Chioma, Jack, Victoria, and David to talk about their experiences as dual-degree students at the University of Michigan — MBAs who are also working on an MD, JD, MIS, and more. They discuss their backgrounds and their journeys to Ross, highlights of their experience, challenges they’ve faced, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --...

Ross Weekly 11/14/22: Veterans Week and the Armed Forces Association

November 14, 2022 17:17 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Aanchal and Thomas chat with three Michigan Ross MBAs who are military veterans and members of the Armed Forces Association about their backgrounds, the AFA, and Veterans Week activities.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode...

Ross Weekly 11/7/22: MBA Council

November 07, 2022 16:22 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Eugenia and Claudia chat with Stephen about the MBA Council, the Michigan Ross student government.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” about the international student experience, coming soon. Ha...

Episode #703 - The International Student Experience at Michigan Ross

November 02, 2022 16:46 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this episode, hosts David, Rishika, and Rob welcome guests Daniela, Joss, and Orel to talk about their experiences as international MBA students at Michigan Ross. They discuss their backgrounds and their journeys to Ross, highlights of their experience, challenges they’ve faced, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at th...

Ross Weekly 10/31/22: Michigan Business Women

October 31, 2022 13:53 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, TJohn chat with Summer and Melina about  Michigan Business Women, the largest club at Ross, and its signature event, the Women In Leadership Conference.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” about ...

Ross Weekly 10/24/22: Tech Club

October 24, 2022 16:44 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Esther chat with Iryna and Shreevar about the Ross Tech Club and its recent Tech Trek to explore opportunities in New York City.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” about time manageme...

#702 - Secrets of MBA Time Management

October 19, 2022 20:20 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

In this episode, our panelists — Preston, Eileen, David, and Joi — discuss all the challenges and strategies they experience to successfully manage their time as MBA students. They cover how to prioritize time; integrating school, recruiting, a social life, and even outside employment; strategies to manage your Google calendar; and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brou...

Ross Weekly 10/10/22: Risky Business

October 10, 2022 14:50 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, David and Gopal chat with Emily and Maddie about Risky Business, the legendary MBA band at Michigan Ross. They talk about the sense of community in the band, how they choose their songs, what goes into putting on a show, and much more.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly...

Ross Weekly 10/3/22: Sports Business Association

October 03, 2022 17:45 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Landry chat with Chisom and Jake, co-presidents of the Sports Business Association, about the organization and some of its upcoming events.  Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming s...

#701 - Voices of Michigan Ross 2022

September 28, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this special “person on the street” episode, returning MBAs offer some advice to incoming students; new MBAs talk about their hopes, dreams, and advice for the new MBA year. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Episode Hosts and Producers: Mikayla Terrell, David Amorim. Executive Producers: Eugenia Coll...

Ross Weekly 9/26/22: Give-A-Day

September 26, 2022 13:23 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

Episode Summary Hosts Preston and David talk with guests Mikayla and Summer about Give-A-Day, an effort to encourage MBA students to explore social-impact internships. Episode Notes Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Eduardo, Alex, and Shobhit chat with MTrek board members Victoria and Ryan about th...

Ross Weekly 9/19/22: MTrek

September 19, 2022 14:58 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Eduardo, Alex, and Shobhit chat with MTrek board members Victoria and Ryan about the unique travel and team-building experience that kicks off the MBA year at Michigan Ross. Hear about the 20 different MTreks that took place all around the world this year, and what th...

#612 - Looking Back, Looking Ahead to Post-MBA Life

May 16, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

In this episode, graduating Michigan Ross MBA students who are also members of the Business Beyond Usual team talk about what they’ll miss about Ann Arbor, how their plans did or did not change over the course of their MBA experience, highlights of the Michigan Ross MBA program, advice for incoming students, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ro...

#611 - The Unforgettable Experience of MAP

May 02, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students talk about their experience with MAP, in which teams of first-year students work on a real-world problem for a sponsoring company. They talk about choosing a project, the value of working on site, the most valuable aspects of the program, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at th...

#610 - Preparing for Your MBA Experience

April 18, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students talk about pre-MBA preparation – what you need to do to get ready before starting classes. They cover pre-Ross academic resources, tips to find housing, pre-MBA internships, connecting with your future classmates, starting to plan for a career pivot, creating a “brag folder,” and much more.. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to y...

#609 - Family Life as an MBA Student

April 06, 2022 17:43 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students who have a partner – and in some cases, kids – compare notes on their experiences. They talk about choosing an MBA program with a partner, life in the Ann Arbor community, opportunities for partners at Ross and in the community, favorite date spots in Ann Arbor, available resources, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brough...

Ross Weekly 4/4/22: The Squirrel Man

April 04, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 10 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Eduardo chat with Corey Seeman, director of Kresge Library Services and a photographer who has captured more than 100,000 images of campus squirrels, earning him the nickname "Squirrel Man." Squirrel page Squirrel pictures of the day Check out the BBU “R...

Ross Weekly 3/28/22: A-Pop and the Asian American Business Association

March 28, 2022 14:55 - 19 minutes - 6.67 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Andrew Suzuki discusses the Asian American Business Association and its activities, including the upcoming A-Pop event. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon. Have thoughts about topics...

Ross Weekly 3/21/22 - An Introvert's Guide to B-School

March 21, 2022 20:46 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, a panel of students who describe themselves as introverts discuss their life in business school, including perception versus reality, how they fit in, coping strategies, and more. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Busi...

Ross Weekly 3/14/22: Toigo Foundation and the Hispanic Business Students

March 14, 2022 13:36 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, guest Stephan talks about his involvement with the Toigo Foundation as well as the Hispanic Business Students Association, which is sponsoring an upcoming Latin dance event. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business B...

#608 - Life as an International Student at Michigan Ross

March 09, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students from India, Peru, Brazil, Belgium, and Australia compare notes about their experiences. They talk about the educational culture in the U.S., differences in the recruiting process between the U.S. and their home countries, Visa challenges, hands-on learning opportunities, why they chose Ross, dealing with winter weather, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]....

Ross Weekly 3/7/22: Michigan Sports Tech Conference

March 08, 2022 14:18 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, guests Jake and Vaughn talk about the upcoming Michigan Sports Tech Conference and Career Expo. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, showcasing the international student experience. H...

#607 - Special Episode: The MBA Ecosystem with Poets&Quants and Michigan Ross Admissions

February 23, 2022 13:55 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

In this special episode, the team chats with John Byrne, the founder of leading B-school website Poets&Quants, as well as Soojin Kwon, director of Full-Time MBA admissions and programs at Michigan Ross. Their wide-ranging discussion covers why P&Q named Michigan Ross its MBA Program of the Year, the value and meaning of MBA rankings, advice for navigating the MBA admissions process, the outlook for diversity in MBA programs, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just ...

Ross Weekly 2/14/22 - Entrepreneur Spotlight: Plucky Comics

February 14, 2022 19:53 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, we spotlight one of the countless student entrepreneurial ventures on campus: Plucky Comics, dedicated to showcasing Black queer stories. The founders of the company talk about how they got started, resources and support they've drawn upon at Michigan Ross and elsewhe...

Ross Weekly 2/7/22: East Meets West and the Asian American Business Association

February 07, 2022 15:12 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, we spotlight students involved in the Asian American Business Association and its upcoming East Meets West event. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming soon, focusing on international student...

#606 - DEI Organizations and Events at Michigan Ross

February 04, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

In this episode, representatives from the Black Business Student Association and Out For Business talk about their involvement in these popular groups, especially focusing on two signature upcoming events — the BBSA’s Alfred L. Edwards Conference and OFB’s annual MBeGay performance. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross School of Business at the University o...

Ross Weekly 1/31/22: Michigan Business Women and WeGame

January 31, 2022 14:40 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, we spotlight students involved in two of the most popular clubs at the school, Michigan Business Women and the Wolverine Esports and Gaming Association. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watch out for the next full episode of “Business Beyond Usual,” coming ...