The Graduate Student Ambassador program connects applicants for our on campus programs with current students to learn why they chose Kogod. Click on a profile below to read graduate student testimonials in your program of interest.
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Maputo-Mozambique
Undergraduate Institution: Eduardo Mondlane University - Mozambique
Degree Held: Bachelors in Business Administration
Previous Employer: Société Générale
Dream Job & Company: Portfolio Manager at International Finance Corporation - IFC
My favorite part of Kogod: The diversity of background and experiences of the cohort. The discussions in class are enriched by the unique experiences each student brings in.
MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) & MA IN DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Undergraduate Institution: College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University
Degree Held: BA in Political Science and Latin American Studies
Previous Employer: Hansen Summer Institute
Dream Job: International Financial Institutions/ International Organizations and eventually, Director of the Peace Corps
My favorite part of Kogod: The diversity and support among my cohort mates, professors, and staff!
MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
Chicago, Il
Undergraduate Institution: The George Washington University
Degree Held: Political Science
Dream Job & Company: Company doesn't exist yet -- hopefully it's my own :)
Current Employer: Kogod School of Business
My favorite part of Kogod: Experiential learning, hands down. I have had so many opportunities to use the skillset that I've built in the program in a real-world setting.
My favorite course/memory: I really loved participating in the Kogod in Practice program during the Summer of 2020. It was a great opportunity to consult with a start-up organization here in DC and gain hands-on training.
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Undergraduate Institution: University of Central Florida
Degree Held: BA History
Dream Job: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Previous Employer: Carla & Liv Kids
My favorite part of Kogod: Dedicated & Accessible Professors, Collaborative Cohort, and the opportunity to learn from students with diverse professional backgrounds and interests!
Favorite course: I really adore Ed Wasil and his Stats Course. He makes learning something super intimidating super fun!
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Germantown, Maryland
Undergraduate Institution: The Catholic University of America
Degree Held: BS in Business Administration
Internship Location: Ocean Spray Cranberries Innovation Brand Marketing
Dream Job: Brand Manager for a consumer packaged goods (CPG) company
My favorite part of Kogod: Meeting potential students and sharing why I enjoy being a student at Kogod.
My favorite course/memory: I really loved participating in the Kogod in Practice program during the Summer of 2020. It was a great opportunity to consult with a start-up organization here in DC and gain hands-on training.
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Johannesburg
Undergraduate Institution: Regent Business School
Degree Held: Bachelor of Commerce
Current Employer: Global Trading & Safety Solutions
Dream Job: Investment Analyst/World Bank
My favorite part of Kogod: My learning experience and interaction with my cohort
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Lagos, Nigeria
Undergraduate Institution:University of Ibadan
Degree Held: BSc Geography
Dream Job: Strategy and Business Analytics
Previous Employer: Making Cents International
My favorite part of Kogod: My Classmates. Class cohort are amazingly diverse with different strength and competencies and we go an extra to helping each other succeed. The Career development resources are enormous and having access to that is indeed empowering.
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Undergraduate Institution:University of Ibadan
Degree Held: BBA
Dream Job: Business Analytics and Strategist/Consultancy
Previous Employer: ActionAid Pakistan
My favorite part of Kogod: I chose Kogod because I was surprised that the entire MBA class is small but its still has diversity. Apart from that, Kogod's community is really very welcoming. So for an international student it's very important to study around people that are more like a family.
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Basking Ridge, NJ
Undergraduate Institution: Southern Methodist University
Degree Held: BA in Markets and Culture
Dream Job: Head of a Travel Company's Loyalty Marketing Division
Internship Location: U.S. Department of Homeland Security
My favorite part of Kogod: The people: the Faculty, Career & Development, and Admissions staff are incredibly resourceful and have been extremely supportive during my time at Kogod; they truly see a path for success in every student and are willing to invest the time necessary to help them reach their goals.
Favorite memory: I thoroughly enjoyed the MBA signature course. It is a two-week intensive class right after orientation that focuses on the private and public sectors' intersectionality. We had the opportunity to learn about current business issues and meet with industry experts to immediately further what we had learned. It was immediate experiential learning and perfect considering AU's location in DC.
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Frederick, Maryland
MS in Accounting
Haddon Township, NJ
Undergraduate Institution: Drexel University
Degree Held: BA in Global Studies, concentrating in International Business and Economics
Dream Job: International Audit/Assurance at one of the Big 4 Accounting Firms
Previous Employer: Allstate Insurance
My favorite part of Kogod: I love the diversity of the students in all of my classes. I also love the opportunities available by being in Washington, DC!
MS in Accounting
Kazakhstan
Undergraduate Institution: State University of New York at Plattsburgh
Degree Held: BS in Accounting, BS in Business Administration
Dream Job: Big 4
Previous Employer: Thom Browne, Inc.
My favorite part of Kogod: Admissions staff and Accounting professors.
MS in Accounting
Nairobi, Kenya
Undergraduate Institution: KCA University
Degree Held: Bcom Accounting
Dream Job: Apple Inc
Previous Employer: Ecolink
My favorite part of Kogod: The whole Kogod ecosystem and system of leadership is empathetic.
MS in Accounting
Miami Springs, FL
Undergraduate Institution: University of Miami
Degree Held: BS in Athletic Training
Dream Job: Forensic/Fraud/Investigative Accounting
Previous Employer: US Navy
My favorite part of Kogod: The accessibility of faculty and Career Center staff, and everyone's constant willingness to help make attending Kogod a success.
MS in Accounting -- Lead Ambassador
Bondville, Vermont
Undergraduate Institution:American University
Degree Held: Business Administration: Accounting and Finance
Dream Job: Forensic Accounting
Previous Employer: Enterprise Rent-a-Car
My favorite part of Kogod: My favorite part of Kogod is making connections in my undergraduate career in Kogod and strengthening those connections with faculty, students, and other members of the AU community. Everyone in Kogod is willing to help you grow as a person, student, and professional.
MS in Accounting
Germantown, Maryland
Undergraduate Institution: University of Maryland College Park
Degree Held: BA in Sociology
Dream Job: After I complete my MS in Accounting, I plan on taking the CPA exam in order to become a CPA. After working for a couple of years, I plan on getting my MBA.
Previous Employer: Center for Autism and Related Disorders
My favorite part of Kogod: I truly enjoy and appreciate the Kogod faculty. They are supportive and willing to help. If I have a question, I can easily reach out to my advisor or professor and they are always here for me. In addition, the faculty and students in Kogod are extremely welcoming and helpful.
MS in Analytics
Chennai, India
Undergraduate Institution: Anna University and IFMR GSB - Krea University, India
Degree Held: B.Tech in Biotechnology and MBA in Finance
Dream Job: I plan to integrate my Finance experience with my current degree in Analytics to venture into the Financial Analytics/ Quantitative Analytics space.
Previous Employer: Barclays
My favorite part of Kogod: The highly Inclusive community along with ample resources for Student and Career development. The Admissions team and Faculty who are always willing to aid and support your vision. Proud to be a part of The Kogod family!
MS in Analytics
Arlington, VA
Undergraduate Institution: University of Rochester
Degree Held: Neuroscience
Dream Job: My dream job would be to work within consulting, specifically in analytics and strategy. I see myself working for a large company like Deloitte!
Previous Employer: M Powered Strategies
My favorite part of Kogod: Although my first semester at Kogod has been online, I have had the opportunity to join American University Consulting Club and attend a virtual job fair. It's amazing to see the level of commitment and involvement Kogod has for it's students during these trying times.
MS in Analytics
Nairobi, Kenya
Undergraduate Institution: Pennsylvania State University
Degree Held: Economics
Dream Job: Chief Research & Strategy Officer
Previous Employer: Tabiri Analytics
My favorite part of Kogod: The quality of teaching. Beyond teaching the material, professors are focused on teaching how to apply topics studied to real-world scenarios.
MS in Finance
West Africa, Ghana
Undergraduate Institution: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Degree Held: Bsc in Banking & Finance
Dream Job: Social Impact Investment Company
Previous Employer: CRDF Global
My favorite part of Kogod: My favorite part of the Kogod is my professors, who are passionate about their classroom and students. They make lessons exciting and practical, which would make you want to work hard. Also, the amenities available at Kogod, such as financial Labs, allows us to get hands-on experience on various financial tools that enables us to thrive in the job market.
MS in Marketing
Warsaw, Poland
Undergraduate Institution: Sewanee, The University of the South
Degree Held: BS International and Global Studies
Dream Job: Long-term growth opportunity at an international company in the marketing consulting branch such as Deloitte or McKinsey.
Internship Location: Vector Management
What I Value About Kogod: Inclusivity. Kogod's diverse community and network is very helpful when it comes to enhancing personal or career focused relationships. The small cohort makes it easier for faculty to engage with everyone on a personal level making sure Kogod provides personalized opportunities for everyone's professional development.
Favorite Class: Brand Strategy
MS in Sustainability Management
Paktia, Afghanistan
Undergraduate Institution: Paktia University
Degree Held: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Dream Job: Sustainability consultant/World Bank/WFP
Previous Employer: International Rescue Committee
Favorite Thing about Kogod: Networking, supportive professors and staff, pleasant and learning environment.
MS in Taxation
Petoskey, MI
Undergraduate Institution: The University of Georgia