Hassan is a Cairo native andan alumnusof the American University in Cairo, where he earned his BA Hons in political science. He aspires to work in private equity and venture capital after earning his MBA at the Kogod School of Business. Why did he choose Kogod? He says, “I’vehad nothing but great experiences with everyone here.Everyone’sextremely helpful and genuine. From admissions,ProComms, and career engagement to payroll and ID issuance,I’vehada great timeinteracting with and getting to know everybody on a personal level.” If you would like to learn more about Hassan’s experience as a Kogod student, schedule a one-on-one and have a chat!

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Katreen joined the Kogod School of Business fromEgypt andearned an undergraduate degree in scienceatMontana State Universitybeforepursuing her MBA. She hopes to use her combination of degrees to work in the scientific or medical business field. When asked why she chose Kogod, she said she loves the program, staff, and faculty and admires thatit’sDC’s oldest business school. She also mentioned how helpful the admissions team was in the application process, saying, “they were super helpful from the start point and were always available if I had any questions or concerns.” If you would like to learn more about Katreen’s experience as a Kogod student, schedule a one-on-one and have a chat!

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Rosie comes to the Kogod School of Business from her home inVietnam andhas a BSc degree in Financefrom American University.Once she completes her MBA, she aspires to work in the financial field to support businesses from Asia.She cites Kogod’s reputation, diverse range of programs, and supportive alumni and faculty as reasons she decided to continue her education here. “My time at Kogod has made it feel like a second home, with its welcoming environment, pleasant weather, diverse community, and friendly atmosphere all contributing to an enriching educational experience,” she says. If you would like to learn more about Rosie’s experience as a Kogod student, schedule a one-on-one and have a chat!

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Noor comes to Kogod from the West Bank ofPalestine, andis pursuing her MBA in hopes of working in supply chain management. Her plan is to develop smart business strategies for US companies thatoperatein the Middle East. Why did Noor choose Kogod? She likes its central location in the nation’s capital, the wide opportunities for experiential learning, and the class size - “since the classes are small, students like me can foster meaningful connections with faculty and staff and get one-on-one coaching to help us land internships and jobs,” she says. If you would like to learn more about Noor’s experience as a Kogod student, schedule a one-on-one and have a chat!

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Onika comes to Kogod fromTrinidad &Tobago, andearned her undergraduate degree in civil engineering at Howard University. After getting her MBA, she aims to pivot to consultingor corporate strategy andultimately toconsult for startups and small businesses. She chose to get her MBA at Kogod because of its small class size, the school’s focus on sustainability, and the feeling of support she noted during the admissions process. Onika says, “At Kogod you are always a person and never just a number – not one of a thousand, but a unique individual.” To learn more about Onika’s time at Kogod, schedule a one-on-one conversation!

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Shane is from Mesa, Arizona, and earned a BS in aviation at Arizona State University. With his undergraduate degree and his eventual MBA from Kogod, he hopes to launch a company that ethically harnesses AI to end wars. Shane chose to pursue his MBA at Kogod because of the faculty, coursework, and the campus’ location in the nation’scapital, andhe’sparticularly grateful to Lisa Francis and DanielSterowskiof the admissions team fortheir support - “they’re the dream team, and without them, I might not have had the opportunity to become an AU student,” he says. Schedule a one-on-one with Shane today to learn more about his experience as a Kogod MBA student!

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Stefania comes to Kogod from her home country of Italy, where she achieved an undergraduate degree in industrial engineering. Once she earns her MBA, she hopes to work in the venture capital field. She selected Kogod due to its emphasis on creating social impact and its ability to enable her to create positive change in the world through business. She is also grateful to DanielSterowskiof the admissions team, saying that “his enthusiasm and dedication made me feel at ease throughout the entire admission process and ensured a smooth, comfortable experience.” If you would like to learn more about Stefania’s experience as a Kogod student, schedule a one-on-one and have a chat!

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Abolaji Omitogun (MBA '22) is investing in his own business savvy so he can invest in entrepreneurs back in his home country.

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Find out how Kogod MBA student Trinity Sheppard not only landed an interview with Microsoft but got the internship AND a full-time job post-grad.

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Ani Khachikian (MBA '21) gives back to the DC community through her involvement with the campus organizations Kogod Women in Business and Net Impact.

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