Boston University School of Management

FULL-TIME MBA PROGRAMS 2014-2015ARE YOU READY?

BE A LEADER THE WORLD CAN'T IGNORE. We’ve been in the business for over 100 years—the business of preparing you for what’s coming. Count on our dynamicMBA curriculum to provide you with the tools you need to make an impact. Jobs are shifting and companies are evolving. We’ll get you ready, in the classroom and in the world.

At Boston University School of Management (SMG), you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the forces transforming every area of the world economy, including health & life sciences, digital technology, and social enterprise & sustainability. You’ll learn in the real world, in real time. You’ll be confronted with ethical questions. You’ll be challenged to work on teams with other diverse leaders. And you'll leave here with a resume that wows.

Get ready to innovate.

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THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY MBA

GRADES. DEADLINES. PROJECTS. YOU’LL FACE THEM ALL HERE, JUST AS YOU WOULD AT ANY OTHER BUSINESS SCHOOL. WHAT SETS US APART IS A MULTIPLICITY OF CHOICES. AT SMG, YOU’LL HAVE MORE PATHS TO A DEGREE THAN ALMOST ANY OTHER SCHOOL.

What makes you tick? If it’s how technology influences every management decision, we suggest you look at our Two-Year MS•MBA program (MBA and MS in Information Systems). We also offer specializations in Public & Nonprofit Management or Health Sector Management, in a city that’s considered the capital of both industries. Interested in an area outside of the School of Management? We offer nine dual degrees in partnership with BU’s 15 other schools and colleges. Not to mention, our programs include compelling electives and opportunities—ranging from an international seminar in Asia to a management consulting field project—that will set you apart from the competition and send you around the world.

In a nutshell: there are a lot of ways to earn your MBA here.

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KRISTEN CUNEOMBA’14GENERAL MANAGEMENTELMHURST, ILLINOIS

Kristen had dreams of traveling during her MBA. While at SMG, she was able to visit eight countries across multiple continents, including Brazil. There, she examined cross-sector sustainability efforts in the Brazilian economy. Studying in vibrant locations around the world with a group of equally vibrant students brought her experience to a new level. “The thought diversity of my classmates enhanced my learning both in the classroom and during our real-world consulting engagements, enabling us to deliver even more targeted and strategic recommendations to clients.” Through SMG, Kristen's dreams became adventures. After graduation, she's tackling the IBM Human Resources Leadership Development Program.

As you would expect in a leading institution, the curriculum is constantly evolving to anticipate the future needs of graduates. This list is a sampling of courses and is for reference only. Courses are subject to change each semester. bu.edu/smg

STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION

PRODUCT DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

GLOBAL STRATEGIC MARKETING

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

DESIGN & INNOVATION STRATEGY

BENCH-TO-BEDSIDE: TRANSLATING BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION FROM THE LABORATORY TO THE MARKETPLACE

LEADING SUSTAINABLE ENTERPRISES

MANAGEMENT CONSULTING FIELD PROJECT

CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES & SUPPLY CHAINS

STRATEGIC FUNDRAISING & CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY

REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT

STARTING NEW VENTURES

INTERNATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

STRATEGIES FOR BRINGING TECHNOLOGY TO MARKET

NEGOTIATIONS

TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY

FOUNDATIONS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

PRIVATE EQUITY: LEVERAGED BUYOUTS

OPTIONS, OPTIONS, OPTIONS

HERE, YOU’LL LEARN THE BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS (AND HAVE PLENTY OF TIME FOR THE FUN STUFF, TOO). THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE COURSES WE OFFER. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR A FULL LIST.

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ALLISON PERRI NEWMANMBA'15PUBLIC & NONPROFIT MANAGEMENTFARMVILLE, VIRGINIA

You can do a lot in one day. A Link Day event organized by the Public & Nonprofit Management club found Allison consulting at The Prison Book Program, where she got a firsthand look at how the organization operates as well as volunteering time. Off campus, Allison is interning with the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement, and at SMG she's learning among a group of students she describes as determined, brilliant, fun, and altruistic. “The PNP program is constantly tailored to how to use your skill set to best serve the public. It is truly more than just an academic experience — one that holistically develops concerned and motivated citizens.” Being steps from Fenway, she says, is just icing on the cake.

ERIK MOLANDER EXECUTIVE-IN-RESIDENCE & LECTURERSTRATEGY & INNOVATIONIf you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, be ready to answer Erik Molander’s favorite question, “Why do you want to be the boss?” Molander has 30 years of experience in corporate finance, strategy, and innovation as a corporate executive and consultant to leading firms in the high tech sector.

SUSAN FOURNIERQUESTROM PROFESSOR IN MANAGEMENTMARKETINGLearn from a marketing celebrity. Fournier is credited with founding the sub-field of brand relationships, and continues to explore the creation and capturing of value through branding. Previously, she served as a VP at Young & Rubicam Advertising.

NALIN KULATILAKAWING TAT LEE FAMILY PROFESSOR IN MANAGEMENT, FINANCE What’s the role of financial markets in directing investments to clean energy technologies? Ask Kulatilaka – he’s published more than 75 papers on the topic. He also serves as co-director of BU’s Clean Energy and Environmental Sustainability Initiative. Outside of academia, he advises corporations and international organizations on issues relating to financial valuation and technology strategy.

DAVID STOLOWFACULTY DIRECTOR, PUBLIC & NONPROFIT PROGRAM LECTURER, ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIORWith decades of nonprofit experience that includes service as director of strategic development at Citizen Schools, chief financial officer at City Year, and chief financial officer at the Home for Little Wanderers, Stolow brings a passion for national service, development, and financial management to SMG’s Public & Nonprofit program. He’s also served as an expert trainer with service organizations around the country.

NALIN KULATILAKA SUSAN FOURNIERCOLIN FISHER

N. VENKATRAMAN DAVID J. MCGRATH, JR. PROFESSOR IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMSVenkatraman’s interests lie at the intersection of strategic management and information technology. His model, referred to as The Venkatraman Framework, analyzes the impact of IT on business performance and offers a vision for the future of IT and Globalization 3.0. He is also recognized as the 22nd most cited scholar in management over the past 25 years.

JOE RESTUCCIAPROFESSOR & DEAN’S RESEARCH FELLOWOPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENTRestuccia has been teaching and researching for 35 years, with a focus on issues related to healthcare quality. In addition to teaching at SMG, he serves as a research scientist with the Veterans Health Administration, where he’s currently investigating the impact of organizational factors on the VHA’s 129 medical centers.

KIRA FABRIZIOASSISTANT PROFESSORSTRATEGY & INNOVATIONFabrizio examines the place where firm strategy and public policy intersect, especially as the two relate to innovation and technology. Her recent research looks at how an uncertain policy environment effects investment in clean energy projects.

COLIN FISHERASSISTANT PROFESSORORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIORA jazz trumpet player, Fisher has a lifelong fascination with how groups and individuals improvise. His research examines how leaders can foster creativity in teams. You can find him testing his theories in the Digital Learning Studio, a tech-equipped classroom in SMG.

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FACULTY

INDUSTRIES REPRESENTED IN THE 2014 INCOMING CLASSES FOR FULL-TIME PROGRAMS

IN THE 2014 INCOMING CLASS

25 COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

* Data represents Two-Year MBA, and MS•MBA students as of June 12, 2014.

ENERGYCONSUMER PRODUCTSCONSULTING

TECHNOLOGY

MEDIA/ENTERTAINMENT

PHARMA/BIOTECH/HEALTHCARE

MANUFACTURING

4%

EDUCATION

RETAIL

FINANCIAL SERVICES

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

NONPROFIT

OTHER

IN A WORD, OUR STUDENTS ARE DIVERGENT

The class of 2014 had a lot going on. Military veterans. Global brand ambassadors. A cosmetics entrepreneur. Classmates with experience working on six continents and in global waters. Have a keen intellect and a different perspective to bring to the table?

We want to meet you.FOR MORE ABOUT OUR CURRENT CLASS PROFILE, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE: BU.EDU/MBA

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10% 10%

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CHI MENG FONGMBA'15HEALTH SECTOR MANAGEMENTMACAU, CHINA

For Chi, coming to SMG was a no-brainer. In the heart of Boston, a health care capital, SMG’s health sector program was the perfect way to focus on the business side of life science, use his background in molecular biology, and meet people working in his field. He says it all comes down to access. “I want to pursue a finance or strategy position in the health sector. Talking to industry professionals helped shape my MBA concentration.” Now he's shaping his career path as a Corporate Strategy Intern with Analogic Corporation.

WHY WAIT?ENGAGE WITH CLIENTS. LEARN TO NAVIGATE THE SHIFTING INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MARKET. GO OUT INTO THE FIELD AND PRACTICE WHAT YOU’RE LEARNING. RIGHT NOW.

• Pull all the pieces of the core courses together when you work with IBM to solve a business challenge in real time

• Intern with a company in the US or abroad

• Travel to Brazil and beyond for an international field seminar and immerse yourself in local culture and business practices

• Talk with a visiting CEO or industry thought leader

• Compete in a case competition or new venture challenge here at SMG, around Boston, and across the country

• Trek with a student club for a company visit to Philips, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and more

• Tap into SMG’s resources for startups and entrepreneurs, like new venture competitions, business boot camps, and student clubs

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YOUR ROAD MAP

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No need to ask for directions. Your MBA experience includes a realigned core curriculum that will set you on the road to success. You’ll take electives in your first year to explore your specialty earlier, build comprehensive knowledge of management disciplines in less time, and acquire global and ethical frameworks you’ll need as a business leader.

MODULE 1: ORGANIZATION AS A WHOLEAnalyze problems and the tools to solve them. Master economics of decisions, businesses and markets, business analytics, and financial accounting.

MODULE 2: THE ROLE OF FUNCTIONSExplore functional areas like finance and marketing. Examine delivery, selling, and distribution of products and services.

MODULE 3: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSLearn about strategically positioning, managing, and leading organizations for success; the role of information systems and technology; how organizational behavior models can improve skills; and assessing external environment and internal resources. Bring it all together: partner with IBM on a live case study to solve an ongoing business challenge.

MODULE 4: EXPLORATIONPersonalize your study to suit your interests and career goals. All before day one of your summer internship so you go in knowing more.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP: GIVE IT A TRYGain exposure, make contacts, and put it all to the test—then come back ready to tackle what’s ahead.

YEAR TWO: YOU’RE IN CONTROLDo what you love and specialize in a certain industry or functional area. Then ditch your comfort zone during a Global Engagement Experience. Challenge yourself to understand the forces transforming our economy and sparking innovation, and explore global and ethical frameworks.

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YEAR ONERapid. Integrated. Dive swiftly and deeply into more information and start specializing earlier.

WE’RE BRINGING BUSINESS LEADERS RIGHT INTO THE BUILDING

JOHN RYAN PRESIDENTCENTER FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP

JEANETTE HORAN (GSM'93)CIO OF IBM

ANALJIT SINGH (SMG'77, GSM'79)FOUNDER & CHAIRMAN OF MAX INDIA LIMITED

DAVID COTECEO OF HONEYWELL

S.H. LEECHAIRMAN OF HOMEPLUS

DEB DUGAN CEO OF (RED)

ALLEN QUESTROM (SMG'64) FORMER CHAIRMAN & CEO OF JC PENNEY

BILL SWANSON CEO OF RAYTHEON

RECENT SPEAKERS AT SMG INCLUDE:CAREER ADVICE FROM A MASTER OF RETAIL (WHO CONSIDERED BEING A SKI INSTRUCTOR)

A CIO’S BIG REASON YOU SHOULD PAY ATTENTION IN STATS CLASS.

EXPLORE THE LINK BETWEEN PERSONAL & CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.

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PATRICK DEWECHTERMS•MBA’14INFORMATION SYSTEMSMT. LAUREL, NEW JERSEY

After joining a British American law firm in London with plans of applying to law school, Patrick realized he was more engaged with how the firm was running their practice and how technology fit into the strategy. He became the firm’s Director of Information Systems, and came to SMG because of the MS•MBA. “Leaders of the future will need to understand the role technology plays in business strategy.” He sees a huge opportunity in tomorrow’s job market for those who can align technology initiatives with business goals. Patrick is now a Senior Consultant for Capgemini Consulting in San Francisco.

AGILE. SMART. QUICK ON THEIR FEET. Our students are among the best and brightest. Just ask any of our alumni, or theleading companies that hire our graduates.

The Feld Career Center (FCC) hosts recruiter visits, plans job fairs, and offers individual counseling. In 2013-2014, the FCC hosted more than 60 MBA-focused companies on campus and more than 160 MBA events, including info sessions, career fairs, and on-campus interviews.

Here’s some of the companies that participated in on-campus recruiting in 2013 and 2014.

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ANALOGIC I AT&T I AVAYA I BEACON HEALTH STRATEGIESBIOGEN IDEC I BP I CAMPBELL ALLIANCE

CHEVRON I COGNIZANT I CULTURAL VISTAS I CVSDUFF & PHELPS I ECG MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS

EMC I ERICSSON I FIDELITY I HASBRO I IBMJOHN HANCOCK I JOHNSON & JOHNSON I LIBERTY MUTUAL

LINDT & SPRUNGLI I MBAS WITHOUT BORDERSMCNEIL, GRAY AND RICE I NEXT ERA ENERGY

PRICEWATERHOUSE COOPERS I QUINTILESSIMON-KUCHER AND COMPANY I STAX

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFICUNITED TECHNOLOGIES COPRPORATION

KERLYNE JEANMBA•MPH'15GLOBAL HEALTH MANAGEMENTBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

A little more knowledge can go a long way. Kerlyne is betting that when she’s done with a dual-degree she’ll be twice as valuable to an employer. “The degree allows versatility. If at some point I want to switch paths, I’m afforded that possibility.” After speaking with alumni and experiencing that “sense of pride and belonging you get from walking along Comm. Ave.,” Kerlyne knew BU was the place for her. Beyond campus, Kerlyne spent a summer crisscrossing the country with her consulting internship at PricewaterhouseCoopers and a spring break working in a rural clinic in Guatemala and having “one of the best spring break trips thus far.”

OUR STUDENTS ARE ONE DEGREE OF SEPARATION FROM 48,000+ NEW SMG CONTACTS. ADD THOSE TO NEARLY 300,000 BU ALUMNI SPREAD ACROSS EVERY FIELD YOU CAN IMAGINE.

TAKE NOTE: OUR ALUMNI ARE MAKING BIG MOVES

AMY L. AUERBACH (MBA’77)SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & CEO BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

PETER WEXLER (MBA’93)CO-FOUNDER & DIRECTOR SPIDERCLOUD WIRELESS

MICHAEL LEE (MBA’86)DIRECTOR OXER LIMITED

JIM CARRINGTON (MBA’80) SVP GLOBAL CONSUMER PRODUCTSMASTERCARD WORLDWIDE

ERIC CARLSTROM (MBA’09)CO-FOUNDER & CTOEVERTRUE

ANDREW J. SUSSMAN, M.D. (MBA’98)PRESIDENT & COOCVS MINUTE CLINIC &SVP & ASSOCIATE CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER CVS CAREMARK CORPORATION

YONGMAAN PARK (MBA’82)CHAIRMAN & CEO DOOSAN CORPORATION

PASCAL AGUIRRE (MBA’94) GLOBAL HEAD OF CORPORATE STRATEGY COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWING EXPLORE OPTIONS BY ASKING PROS ABOUT THEIR CAREERS, COMPANY CULTURE, AND OTHER ADVICE.

JOB SHADOWING EXPERIENCE THE DAILY ACTIVITIES OF AN INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL.

CAREER ADVICE GET GUIDANCE AND INSIGHTS INTO A VARIETY OF CAREERS AND INDUSTRIES.

MENTORING DEVELOP A MORE IN-DEPTH RELATIONSHIP FOR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.

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REAL SOCIAL NETWORKING SMGCONNECT IS YOUR DIRECT PATH TO PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE WORKING IN THE AREAS YOU’RE INTERESTED IN. PLUS, MANY SMGCONNECT PROS ARE SMG ALUMNI, SO THEY UNDERSTAND WHERE YOU ARE TODAY AND CAN HELP GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO BE TOMORROW THROUGH:

MICKEY DREXLER (MBA’68)CHAIRMAN & CEOJ.CREW GROUP

RAJEN KILACHAND (MBA'74, HON.'14)CHAIRMAN & PRESIDENTDODSAL GROUP

ARNOLD E. SAPENTER (MBA’91)DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITYMASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

KEVIN O’CONNOR (MBA’99)EMMY NOMINATED HOST OF ‘THIS OLD HOUSE’

MICHAEL MARQUARDT (MBA’95)CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER ASIA PACIFIC, BLACKROCK

ELIZABETH H. ROBERTS (MBA’84)68TH & CURRENT LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

JANET F. CHAPMAN (MBA’77)SVP, CHIEF PRIVACY OFFICER & MANAGERUNION BANK COMPLIANCE GROUP

DEADLINES DEGREE OFFERINGS

Two-Year MBATwo-Year MS·MBA (MBA and MS in Information Systems)Professional Evening MBA MS or PhD in Mathematical FinancePhD in ManagementExecutive MBAExecutive Education and Customized Programs (Non-degree)

PROGRAM ENTRY DATE

COMPLETED APPLICATION RECEIVED BY

ADMISSION DECISION ANNOUNCED BY

TUITION DEPOSIT DEADLINE

2-YEARMBA OR MS·MBA

AUGUST OCTOBER 15, 2014 DECEMBER 19, 2014 FEBRUARY 4, 2015

JANUARY 7, 2015 MARCH 6, 2015 APRIL 15, 2015

MARCH 25, 2015 MAY 1, 2015 MAY 27, 2015

APRIL 29, 2015 MAY 22, 2015 JUNE 10, 2015

MBA AREAS OF SPECIALTY

Digital TechnologyEntrepreneurshipEnvironmental Sustainability

Clean EnergyCorporate Social Responsibility

FinanceHealth Sector Management

Health Service DeliveryLife SciencesMedical Devices

International ManagementLeadership & Organizational TransformationMarketingOperations & Technology ManagementPublic & Nonprofit Management

Social EnterpriseSocial Impact Finance

Strategy & Business Analysis

DUAL DEGREES

MBA/MA in International RelationsMBA/MA in EconomicsMBA/MS in Media VenturesMBA/MS in Manufacturing EngineeringMBA/JD in Law and ManagementMBA/JD in Health Sector ManagementMBA/MPH in Global Health ManagementMBA/MPH in Health Care ManagementMBA/MD

LEARN MORE AT BU.EDU/MBA

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VISIT US

THERE’S NOTHING QUITE LIKE VISITING SMG. • Evening information sessions are held monthly

and provide a broad introduction to the School.

• Mini information sessions are held weekly with a small group of ten candidates.

• Class visits are available for more than 20 classes every year.

• Coffee with a student is an informal chance to talk one-on-one with a current MBA.

If you can’t come in person, we also offer virtual information sessions & chats.

NEXT STEPS

LEARN MOREVisit bu.edu/mba for more information on our programs, deadlines, scholarships, and student life.

Application requirements include:• Online application form, including essays• Current resume• Two letters of recommendation• All university-level transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)• GMAT or GRE results• IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL results*• $125 application fee* Waiver eligibility, as well as additional information for international applicants, is available onlineLEARN MORE ABOUT WAYS TO EXPERIENCE SMG

AT BU.EDU/MANAGEMENT/VISIT

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