Master of Business Administration | Blog
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$5K ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA Scholarship Expands Access for Nonprofit Leaders
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Executive MBA offers scholarship support for nonprofit professionals, expanding access to leadership training for those driving community impact.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA Cohort XV Marks Program Completion with Hooding Ceremony
A large, experienced EMBA cohort marks completion, highlighting leadership across industries and a clear pathway into advanced business roles.
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Lorenie Orozco on Supporting Hunt Business Graduate Programs
A look at the work behind Hunt Business graduate programs.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA: A Closer Look at Executive Coaching
A quick look at the executive coaching built into the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Executive MBA experience.
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Hunt Business Champions: A New Way to Give Back
The Woody L. Hunt College of Business is launching Hunt Business Champions, a new initiative connecting students with alumni and industry professionals through mentorship and campus engagement.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA Alumnus Mick Martinez Part of New La Nube Executive Team
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA alumnus Mick Martinez has been named Chief Strategy Officer at La Nube, helping guide the organization’s long-term strategy and sustainability.
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Leading with Access: Hazel Kennedy at GECU
Hazel Kennedy (EMBA, 2019) returned to ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ while working full-time and raising a family. Now EVP and Chief Lending Officer at GECU, she leads strategy, expands access to credit, and supports Hunt Business through leadership and mentorship.
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Graduate Students and Leaders Connect at Lunch and Lead
MBA and MAcc students joined business leaders at Lunch and Lead for candid conversations on leadership, growth, and connecting classroom knowledge to real-world impact.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA and MAcc Week: Fall 2025
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s MBA and Master of Accountancy (MAcc) programs are opening their doors during MBA + MAcc Week, a series of info sessions designed to give prospective students a closer look at graduate business education.
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Spring 2025: Hunt Business Graduate Programs Celebrate Milestone
The Woody L. Hunt College of Business honored nearly 100 graduating students from the MBA, MAcc, MSE, and Ph.D. programs during its Spring 2025 Hooding and Certificate Ceremony.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA: Cohort XIV Marks Major Milestone
EMBA Cohort XIV capped off a rigorous journey with a hooding ceremony celebrating seasoned leaders who’ve managed millions and driven impact across industries.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA and MAcc Week: Opportunities and Insights
The ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA and Master of Accountancy (MAcc) programs are hosting information sessions to help prospective students explore graduate education opportunities.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA Program Welcomes Largest Class Ever
The ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA program starts the Spring 2025 semester with its largest-ever combined enrollment across its Online, Professional, and Executive MBA programs.
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Margie Salazar: From First-Gen College Student to Trailblazing CEO
This year’s Gold Nugget Award recipient — FirstLight CEO, Margie Salazar —  shared her inspiring journey with Hunt Business students and alumni.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA Alumna, Izabela Piekarska, Reflects on Career
Izabela Piekarska, a standout ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ basketball alumna and MBA graduate, has been named to the 2024 ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Athletics Hall of Fame.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA and MAcc Week: What You Need to Know
Whether you’re considering a new academic path or preparing to advance your career, these immersive sessions provide early access to the programs, staff and faculty.Â
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From Service to Success: Ray Resendez's Journey Through EMBA
Ray Resendez graduated from the Executive MBA in the fall 2020. He started the EMBA in spring 2019 as the owner of Ray’s BBQ. He now runs REZ IV Solutions a consulting business that capitalizes on his military training and small business experience.
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Clinician to Corporate Leader: Maira Rico's EMBA Journey in Audiology
Before joining the EMBA program, Maira Rico, an audiology clinician with over ten years of experience managed both clinical and corporate responsibilities. Driven to focus on administration and business development, the program enhanced her networking opportunities and diversified her skills, leading to roles in consulting, onboarding, training, and advising on business development and mental health initiatives.
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2024 Hunt College Awards
The Woody L. Hunt College of Business recognizes exceptional achievements in research, teaching, and service through its annual awards. These honors celebrate contributions in advancing knowledge, fostering innovative teaching, and demonstrating exemplary service to the college.
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EMBA Alumni Spotlight: Victor Guerrero, Marketing Director at HCA Healthcare
Victor Guerrero graduated from the Executive MBA in November 2021. He is currently serving as the Administrative Director for Marketing and Communications for HCA Healthcare/Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare system.
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Michelle Salas Elevates Leadership with ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA
Michelle Salas transitioned from healthcare IT to high-tech entrepreneurship after her EMBA journey, gaining invaluable skills and connections. Her story highlights the confidence and expertise gained through the program, leading to her current role as an Applications Project Manager for a nutrition-focused startup.
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Hunt Business Real Estate Program Makes Impact at Westcom 2024
Michelle Salas transitioned from healthcare IT to high-tech entrepreneurship after her EMBA journey, gaining invaluable skills and connections. Her story highlights the confidence and expertise gained through the program, leading to her current role as an Applications Project Manager for a nutrition-focused startup.
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Marina Monsisvais Shares EMBA Program Experience, Lessons from Running a Business During the Pandemic
Marina Monsisvais is the owner of Barracuda Public Relations, a boutique public relations agency amplifying all things El Paso. From humble beginnings around her kitchen table, Monsisvais has grown Barracuda PR into a well-known and respected firm in the Paso del Norte region and beyond.
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Claudia Lopez: Don’t be Afraid to Aspire
Learn how Claudia Lopez, a ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA graduate and chemical engineer, transitioned from Director of Business Coaching at the El Paso Chamber to plant manager at Veolia, emphasizing mentorship, advocacy, and breaking barriers.
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Meet Dr. Jose Burgos, MBA 2016
Discover how the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA transformed a professor of medicine into a successful entrepreneur, balancing his medical career with launching a thriving urgent care clinic and two popular restaurants in El Paso.
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Meet Peter Lin, MBA 2016
An optometrist with a background in Microbiology from UCLA and a professional degree from the State University of New York transitioned from military roles to healthcare. Seeking to enhance leadership skills and business knowledge, the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA provided technical tools for multifaceted job performance and insights into hospital operations, financial decisions, and ethical business practices.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Corporate Engagement Teams Present to Enterprise Partner Executives
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA students traveled to Maryland to present their marketing analysis for DeWALT, impressing executives and sparking interest in future collaborations. Meanwhile, another ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ team showcased their proposal to Coca Cola Refreshments in Dallas, earning praise for their professionalism and expertise.
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Mentorships Matter to ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ's Business Students
Before enrolling in the MBA program at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ, Sandro Quintero, inspired by the mentorship model he observed in Germany, sought similar opportunities at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ. He benefited from the college's mentorship program, which connects students with experienced business leaders, enhancing their career development and networking opportunities.
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International Research Course Visits Hong Kong
Join us on an MBA International Research Course trip to Hong Kong, where ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ students explored corporate governance, attended seminars, and visited top financial institutions.
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Interview with ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA Maria Elena Giner
Maria Elena Giner, General Manager of the Border Environment Cooperation Commission, graduated from the EMBA in 2014 and shares her experience in the program.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA Students Develop Mandarin Skills, Prepare for Global Market
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA students learn Mandarin to increase awareness and understanding of Chinese language and culture throughout the world through education, performance, seminars and outreach.
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ's MBA Program Ranks 1st in Hispanic Business Magazine Top 10 List Once Again
The MBA program at the Woody L. Hunt College of Business has been ranked 1st among the Top 10 business graduate programs for Hispanics by Hispanic Business magazine for the second year in a row.Â
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Interview with recent ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ EMBA Graduate Manny Rodriguez
Manuel Rodriguez Jr, EMBA graduate, shares how the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA program helped him transition into the civilian sector after military retirement.Â
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Top 5 things you can do to improve your job search
Navigating job search advice can be overwhelming, but research highlights the most reliable strategies to follow for successful job hunting.
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A simple way to financially interpret changes in the Dow Jones Industrial Average
Dr. Oscar Varela, a professor at the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ College of Business, delves into the history and mechanics of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, explaining its significance and how to interpret recent stock market volatility
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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA Student Team Completes Corporate Engagement Project With DeWALT
Read how a team of five ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ MBA students impressed DeWALT corporate leaders with their market and price positioning analysis and marketing strategy for a new product launch.
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