Academics

Executive Experience

Our MBAs are in constant contact with successful business managers through the Professional Development Seminar, Career Coach Program, corporate presentations, classroom visiting lectureships, alumni events and informal discussion opportunities. The Broad MBA Alumni Ambassador Program connects students with more than 200 alums who have volunteered as networking resources. The newly launched Career Coach Program will mobilize The Broad School's various advisory board members, who include some of the college's most successful alumni and friends, as well as its strongest supporters. These business leaders have volunteered to help guide students into their desired career placment.

Spartan Consulting
This student-operated consulting firm advises clients on a variety of business issues. Students gain knowledge of the consulting industry while developing hands-on experience in creating business strategies, developing marketing plans, identifying distribution channels and other areas. Spartan Consulting contracts projects from Fortune 500 and small firms alike. Recent clients include:

  • United Technologies
  • Delta Dental
  • American Cancer Society
  • Daimler Chrysler
  • Whirlpool
Executives at table with student

“We recruit at Michigan State's business school because of the level of preparation the graduates bring to the table. The Broad
School's fine reputation is demonstrated in the knowledge and hands-on experiences the students possess. Additionally, they are well prepared in communication and teamwork skills. When the first day on the job comes, they are ready to make an immediate contribution to our organization.
SEAN CLEARY
VICE PRESIDENT, GUIDANT