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First Year Perspectives: What Makes Anderson's Curriculum Unique For Future Business Leaders

About Sydney: A Southern girl from Houston, Texas, Sydney has called Los Angeles home for the past five years. She began her career in corporate finance and accounting within the entertainment industry at Creative Artists Agency, where she gained exposure to both business operations and creative ecosystems. At Anderson, Sydney…

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First Year Perspectives: What Recruiting at Anderson Taught Me

About Nimit: Nimit grew up in India and studied law, but was quickly drawn toward roles centered on problem-solving and execution. He went on to work in management consulting and later in product roles at early-stage startups, where he gained exposure to building, scaling, and operating at the intersection of…

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First Year Perspectives: From Greenlights to Grades - Translating a Creative Career into a MBA

About Mallory: Mallory grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and moved to Los Angeles for college, where she earned a B.A. in International Relations and Media Arts and Culture. She began her career at the United Nations, partnering with global stakeholders and governments, before making an organic transition into the entertainment…

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First Year Perspectives: The Hidden Strength International Applicants Have and Don't Realize

About Ammar: Born and raised in Pakistan, Ammar’s journey has been shaped by storytelling, curiosity, and a willingness to step into unfamiliar worlds. What began as a love for films and novels became a global career spanning South Asia, the Middle East, and the United States. He studied Communications with…

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First Year Perspectives: From the Workplace to the Classroom, Relearning How to Learn

About Fiona: Fiona grew up and began her career in China. She earned her undergraduate degree from Illinois Wesleyan University, where she studied Political Science and Accounting. Prior to Anderson, she spent several years in consulting roles that emphasized problem-solving, collaboration, and execution, operating in environments that rewarded speed and…