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Work/Life Balance
Chez Uzoh, WG’20, whose kids were 5 and 2 when he came to Wharton’s EMBA program, said the keys to success are planning, communication, and prioritization.
How this Energy Expert Managed Work, School, and Kids with a Commute from Texas
Kevin Hanson, WG’20, shares six steps that helped him juggle his job at Google with school and toddlers.
How this Dad Balanced Wharton, Work, and Young Kids
“Other women have done this before me, and there was no reason I couldn’t do the same,” said Suzanne Shaw, WG’20, who commuted from Jamaica to Philadelphia for classes.
How this Mom Balanced School, Work, and Having Another Baby in Wharton’s EMBA Program
“There are tough moments, and you need to be ready for those. But I would go back and do this program 10 times over if I could,” said Neda Amanat, WG’20.
How this Alumna Balanced School, Work and Kids in Wharton’s EMBA Program
In a new competition, eight undergraduate finalist teams pitched their student wellness initiatives to Wharton School leadership. Erin Lomboy, W’21, shares her experience.
Improving Wellness at Wharton One Pitch at a Time
“This level of education changes the way you think about the world. It doesn’t just have career implications, it has life implications,” said Cory Halbardier, WG’19.
Why this Sales and Operations Executive Says Wharton’s MBA for Executives Program is Worth It
Tricia Shaw, WG’12, says “the value of the EMBA program is much longer than two years because the benefits of the community last a lifetime.”
How Wharton Helped this Naval Aviator Change Coasts and Transition to the Private Sector
Abhishek Prakash, WG’20, says the diversity of perspectives and collaborative learning environment in the EMBA program is worth the commute from Houston.
How Wharton is Helping this Oil and Gas Executive Shape His Industry
Sherry Ann Mohan, WG’13, says the EMBA program is an inclusive environment for underrepresented minorities. “Being in supportive spaces like Wharton helps me navigate in places where there aren’t that many people who look like me.”
How Wharton is Adding Value for this Finance Executive
How will COVID-19’s impact the way we work?
Temporary Shift or New Reality? How Work May Change Post-Pandemic
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