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Agents of Change

Learn alongside a diverse cohort of experienced professionals. Executive MBA students are professionally and academically accomplished, with a self-awareness that demonstrates the strong emotional intelligence imperative in today’s business leaders. Our Executive MBA students become partners in their educational experience, sharing knowledge and building upon each other’s strengths.


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Jennifer Aspinwall, Class of August 2024

Senior Director of DEI, Beautycounter

“Choosing Stern means choosing a path that fosters real-world thinking. It's not just about academic excellence but also about gaining practical insights that you can apply in your career immediately. Its reputation as one of the best business schools is well-deserved. You'll be surrounded by top-notch students, accomplished alumni, and distinguished professors who have the potential to change your life.”

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Tate Kommer, Class of August 2024

Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton

"NYU Stern quickly emerged as my frontrunner after researching the options in DC and knowing that it is one of the best business schools in the world. Stern also offers extraordinary Yellow Ribbon benefits for veterans. For these reasons, Stern’s EMBA program was a great fit and committing to the program was an easy decision."

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Vivek Pinto, Class of August 2024

Medical Device Regulator, Food and Drug Administration

"The Stern EMBA program’s format in Washington, DC fit in perfectly with my life. I was able to not only maintain minimal disruption in my daily life by attending classes just one weekend a month, but also tap into Stern’s exceptional faculty, powerful global network, and entrepreneurial resources, all of which attract some of the best and brightest from various industries into the program."

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Abdulla Damluji, Class of August 2023

Cardiologist, Director of Outcomes Research, Inova Health System       

"I’ve had a truly transformative experience in the NYU Stern Executive MBA program. The caliber of the faculty, the rigor of the curriculum, and the diversity and dynamism of my cohort have all contributed to an enriching journey."

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Seng Peng, Class of August 2023

Advisor, New Business Development, Save the Children US

“I chose to attend the NYU Stern EMBA program because of the university’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and its global reputation as a leading business school. I found the week-long residency in the fall challenging, impactful, and memorable. It was a great way to bond and connect with my cohort and get an introduction of what to expect on my EMBA journey. All the professors are super knowledgeable and approachable."

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Sheila Attipoe, Class of August 2022

Senior Security Control Assessor Engineer, Jacobs National Security Solutions          

“My journey in the technology space, specifically cybersecurity, has brought me closer to the concept of leadership and its influence on organizations and individuals. It made me realize I could ‘be’ a much larger catalyst or influencer of change by taking my career and growth as an individual to the next level. This motivation to be better and drive change led me to the EMBA program at NYU Stern.”

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Nadia Chartopoulou, Class of August 2022

Sales Commercial Development Manager, Nestle USA

“I am an R&D scientist by design so advancing my business acumen was the natural next step. The NYU Stern EMBA program allowed me to network and form relationships with peers. Prof. Nathan Pettit’s class on leadership redefined leadership for me through a series of provocative thought starters, benchmarking examples, and case studies. The group work also allowed me to pressure-test my assumptions in a safe environment with our diverse cohort."

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Jeremy Glover, Class of August 2022

Capture & Proposal Staff, Lockheed Martin  

"The NYU Stern Executive MBA program teaches me how to challenge the status quo and bring my own unique perspective to the table. It encourages me to collaborate in a way that is similar to how I work in teams on various projects. The rigorous case studies and unique perspectives of my professors and classmates have further equipped me with the skills to not only lead successfully to overcome challenges but also leave a lasting positive impact."

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Kate McDevitt, Class of August 2022

Director of Operations, Sazerac Company     

“The best classes I took were ‘Managing Growing Companies’ and ‘Entrepreneurial Finance’ taught by Prof. Glenn Okun. I’m able to apply learnings instantly in my day-to-day. Also, the diversity of the cohort is a force multiplier. We learn from one another and many of us have formed life-long friendships and become professional allies. Bottom line, this program has positively changed the way I think about, react to, and manage my business.”