Transitioning Back to Work: Your First Year on the Job
April 8, 2008,11:45am-1:00pm
3M Auditorium
Our very own Phil Miller, Professional Director of the Consulting Enterprise, will discuss what it takes to be successful in your post-MBA careers. Phil delivers no-nonsense advice on how to get along, get ahead and stay connected. For more information and to register please contact Bob Huff at huffx078@umn.edu. or visit the website at: www.csom.umn.edu/leadership
Leading for Tomorrow Speaker Series
Jeffery M. Weirens, Principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP
Monday, April 14th, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Carlson School, Room 2-260 T
20-25 minute talk, followed by Q & A. Open to all students.
Reception immediately following.
Jeff is the National Managing Director of Deloitte’s Carve-Out and Merger Integration Practice and leads Deloitte’s Strategy and Operations Consulting Practice in Minneapolis. He is also received his BSB from the Carlson School of Management. Sponsored by the Part-Time MBA Leadership Advisory Board.
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Registration for Fall
April 10th,1:00pm
Fall registration is April 10th at 1:00 PM. If you should have questions please see Stephanie Nichols or email her at s-nich@umn.edu
Target Speaker Series- Paul Karos
Thursday, April 10th
12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm 1-147
Despite being diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa at an early age that slowly took his eyesight, Paul Karos has achieved remarkable success on Wall Street, was rated the top airline analyst four years running, and was later head of Institutional Sales at Piper Jaffray. Come listen to this highly recommended and dynamic speaker's story and his views on leadership. This is a must see for all MBA's.
Marketing Case Competition Deadline to Register, Wednesday April 16th.
Dell Inc. and Microsoft Corporation, in partnership with the National Society of Hispanic MBA's (NSHMBA), provides a unique opportunity for MBA students wanting to demonstrate their marketing expertise. Each team must consist of 4 MBA students with continued enrollment in Fall 2008. Finalist will have lodging and meal accommodation provided to them during the 2008 annual NSHMBA Conference & Career Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. Please contact Bryan Hauhe, hauhe001@umn.edu, for more information or with any questions.
MBA Business Exchanges are still open!
Did you miss the priority deadline for 2008-09 but are still interested in a Carlson Business Exchange for spring semester 2009? It's not too late! Many of our programs still have spaces available for qualified students. All exchange programs are on a rolling admission basis and applications will be reviewed on a first-come first-serve basis. Open programs include: Exchange to Belgium - 4 spaces remaining
A Top 20 Masters in Management program and great for students with a French-speaking background Exchange to Brazil - 3 spaces remaining
One of the best graduate business programs in South America Exchange to Costa Rica - 3 spaces remaining
Ranked one of the top business programs in Latin America and renown for exemplary research and practice in areas critical for Latin American development Exchange to Denmark - 7 spaces remaining
One of the largest business schools in Northern Europe with strong programs in Innovation, Leadership & Management Exchange to France (HEC) - 1 space remaining
Ranked #18 Global MBA & #1 Masters in Management by the Financial Times in 2008 Exchange to Germany - 3 spaces remaining
Ranked #33 Masters in Management by the Financial Times in 2008 Exchange to Italy - 3 spaces remaining
Ranked in Top 50 Global MBA by the Financial Times in 2008 Exchange to Norway - 7 spaces remaining
One of the largest business schools in Europe with a diverse student body representing more than 70 nationalities Exchange to Switzerland - 1 space remaining
Participate in the challenging International Study Program - an intensive 3 month program designed specifically for MBA students from around the world. Company visits and engagement form a core part of the curriculum and past students have visited European companies such as BMW in Munich and Novartis in Basel. Exchange to Sweden - 3 space remaining
Ranked #9 Masters in Management by the Financial Times in 2008
Graduate Business Career Center Now Hiring for 2008-2009 Company Information Session Ambassadors
Take advantage of this great opportunity to network with corporate recruiters! Reference posting #23069 in CARS for more information. Application deadline Friday, April 11th.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Finance Club- Ecolab Site Visit
Friday, April 11th
1:00pm – 4:00pm
The intent of this event is to give Carlson MBA's an opportunity to experience the Ecolab culture and corporate finance in general- up close and personal. Ecolab is a global leader in their industry and offers a competitive environment that attracts world class employees. To attend please RSVP to financeclub@mnmbaa.org and attach a current resume by April 7th.
VENTURES PLUS - Two great events next week!
Commercializing Technology Within a Large Corporation
Monday, April 7th, 5-7pm
3M Auditorium
This seminar will be organized in three parts and followed by an interactive panel discussion: Developing and commercializing technology within a large company acquiring technology and then commercializing within a large company developing technology and then commercializing by spinning it out.
Economics of an Online Business Tuesday, April 8th
4:00 - 4:30pm Networking
4:30 - 5:45pm Speaker
Carlson School Private Dining Room
A good Internet idea can be a great Internet business if you have the right revenue model. This seminar details the basics of making money on the net from the jargon to the underlying business drivers. Should you join the legion of Google? How much is a display advertisement worth?How important is scale? Can I sell my data?
For more information visit www.venturesplus.com or email James Kahl, jkahl@umn.edu
Hispanic Professional Night - Wine and Food Tasting! SUPERVALU in Partnership with NSHMBA
Wednesday, April 23rd, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Please join SuperValu, in partnership with the National Society of Hispanic MBA's, us on Wednesday, April 23 for an evening of wine and food tasting fun. Take a tour of SuperValu's newly renovated East View Innovation Center. The night will also feature speaker Duncan Mac Naughton, EVP of Merchandising and Marketing, and all attendees will be eligible for an on site raffle. For more information and to register please click here.
Apply for a NSHMBA Scholarship through April 30!
The National Society of Hispanic MBA's provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanics pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Over $1 million in financial assistance was awarded in 2007. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://www.nshmba.org/financial-assist Apply now!
Graduate Student and Alumni Beer Tasting Join the MBA Alumni Advisory Council and Beer Education Expert Josh Pepper for a night of beer tasting and appetizers with your fellow Carlson School Alumni!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Trocadero's Nightclub and Restaurant
107 Third Avenue North, Minneapolis
Cost: $30 per ticket
Meet other Carlson School grad students and alumni! Sample new brews! Learn more about the art of beer tasting from a local expert! Appetizers will be provided. Don't forget your business cards!
Contact Info:
Stephanie Hagel
612-626-9486
shagel@umn.edu
Tax Prep Assistance Available
Thursday evenings through April 10th
6:00pm - 9:00pm, Rm L-117
Free, on-campus income tax return preparation is available to students, faculty and staff with income up to $50,000. This is a walk-in service. No reservation is necessary. For information call Gary Carter, senior lecturer, at (612) 624-6077.
Mark your calendars for the Forté MBA Women’s Conference to be held June 27-28, 2008! This exclusive event will explore the hot issues around women in business leadership. Business leaders will provide insights, teach skills, and share experiences through a variety of interactive sessions intended to help students orchestrate a successful career. Events include a career fair with major companies, career preparation workshops, and panel presentations with leading women in business.
Complimentary admission, the conference is paid for by our business school and corporate sponsors and the Graduate Management Admission Council. Registration is scheduled to open in late March. If you have questions, please email forte@fortefoundation.org.
Appetizers Are On Us!
The MBA Student Affairs Office has established an agreement with Grandma's Restaurant and Saloon. For more information please contact Bryan Hauhe (hauhe001@umn.edu). Cheers!
Tools & Resources
MBA Student Affairs Office Hours!
Extend Office Hours
Extended office hours are offered in the MBA Student Affairs office. Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 7:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday (Jan - May) 7:30am - 4:00pm
Located in 2-210, the MBA Student Affairs Office is your one-stop resource for classroom supplies, copies, faxes, forms, and drop off. Get questions answered by International Programs staff, executive coaches, and MBA staff .
Carlson School Merchandise Store is Online!
The Carlson School has launched its new online store at: www.costore.com/carlsonstore
