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A growing number of employers are seeking applicants who possess the ability to leverage an increasingly global market. To equip Full-Time MBA students to meet this growing need, the Baylor MBA program christened its new Global Opportunities in Leadership Development program with an inaugural trip to San Jose, Costa Rica. Read on to learn more about the insight and global perspective our students gain through this strategically designed international experience.

WACO, Texas (May 9, 2023) – Twelve Baylor University professors have been honored with Outstanding Faculty Awards for teaching, scholarship and contributions to the academic community for the 2022-2023 academic year.

EurekAlert: Meredith David and James Roberts, smartphone researchers and Marketing professors, have studied the correlation between “flow states” and psychological well-being during Instagram and TikTok usage.

Bloomberg: This article about the impact of rising grocery prices and the expiration of pandemic aid on food-stamp recipients quotes Craig Gundersen, Economics professor and chair of the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty (BCHP).

CNN: Consumer behavior expert and Marketing professor James Roberts is quoted in this article about “dupes,” or cheaper alternatives to luxury brands with billions of views on social media, and how dupes correlate to the rise of impulse buying.

PR Newswire: Craig Gundersen, professor of Economics and chair of the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty, is the lead researcher of Map the Meal Gap, which found that 1 in 3 individuals experiencing food insecurity may not be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Noted smartphone researchers and Marketing professors Meredith David and James Roberts find that immersion in a world created by the social media experience drives problematic social media behaviors and addiction.

KWKT (FOX): Marketing professors and smartphone behavioral experts Meredith David and James Roberts have found that social media immersion leads to addiction and behavioral changes.

Chicago Reader: Craig Gundersen, professor of Economics and chair of the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty, is quoted in this article about rising food prices.

MBA advisors Kelly Gould and Chelsea Derry weigh in on factors to consider when choosing a concentration.

Nominations are open for the 2023 Baylor Business Impact Awards. The award program, housed in the John F. Baugh Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise in the Hankamer School of Business, is designed to honor the accomplishments of Texas family-owned and Baylor alumni-owned businesses.

Highlighted by the graduate entrepreneurship program breaking into the Top 10 nationally, several Baylor University graduate and professional programs were among those ranked in the 2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings, released today by U.S. News & World Report.

Something that MBA candidates hear from day one of the MBA program at Baylor is that every relationship and connection you make has the potential to change your life forever. For Baylor MBA grad Zach Ledford, relationships and connections are exactly what launched his successful career as an entrepreneur.

The Hankamer School of Business (HSB) announced the 2023 recipients of the HSB Faculty Awards this month.

A group of 26 HSB students in the Baylor Business Excellence Scholarship Team (BEST) program visited Switzerland last month as part of their international engagement experience.

A study by Michael Mowchan takes a hard look at the efficacy of measures meant to ensure public company audit quality.

Students enrolled in Baylor’s top-ranked Online MBA program have ample opportunity to build strategic connections for the future.

PsyPost: Marketing professors and smartphone behavioral experts James Roberts and Meredith David are quoted in this article about the relationship between smartphone and social media use, and psychological well-being.

At the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Congress in March 2023, the Robbins MBA Healthcare Program was awarded with the prestigious Higher Education Network Award.

Amy Rhodes, Assistant Director for Student Recruitment and Admissions at the Hankamer School of Business Undergraduate Office, won a 2022 Outstanding Staff Award, and Marketing senior Sophia Caballero won a 2022 Student Employment Award.

Baylor Business Review: Michael Mowchan takes a hard look at the efficacy of measures meant to ensure public company audit quality.

Baylor Business Review: Claudio Alvarez identifies "relational tensions" between consumers and the brands they hold dear.

Baylor Business Review: Sara Perry studies the relationship between supervisor biases and workplace safety enforcement.

Baylor Business Review: David Dicks models the correlation between new innovation and investors’ attitudes about uncertainty.

Baylor Business Review: Hankamer faculty members spend time with business executives and relate those experiences in the classroom.

Baylor Business Review: Chad Ruyle aspires to help develop the future of entrepreneurs through service, mentorship and education.

Baylor Business Review: The Master of Science in Business Analytics program addresses the need for business analytic professionals.

Baylor Business Review: Christian Kim is on a path that is leading in the direction of a promising future, relying on curiosity as his guide.

Baylor Business Review: Cheyenne Atchison often approaches challenges from an unconventional angle in order to solve the problem.

Baylor Business Review: Christopher Brown’s experience at Baylor inspires him to assist current students in their hands-on learning.

Baylor Business Review: Dana Nguyen, motivated by her mother’s journey, strives to help others as they launch their businesses.

Baylor Business Review: Reginald “Reggie” Singletary has found real happiness in a career that differs from his dream job.

Baylor Business Review: Best business practices have evolved over the years and so has how they are taught in the classroom.

Baylor Business professors Kaylee Hackney, Matt Quade and Dawn Carlson authored “5 Ways Leaders Can Support Adoptive Parents,” featured on hbr.org. The article examines how employees who perceive their organization as supportive of families tend to be more satisfied.

KWBU (NPR): Management professor Kaylee Hackney researched how pregnancy workplace discrimination and workplace stress can affect the mother.

David Pecylak, a current Online MBA student, is leveraging his newfound knowledge to source medical equipment for patients around the world.

The Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University will host the KPMG Ideation Challenge on Tuesday, May 2, at the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation.

MarketScale: Entrepreneurship lecturer Joshua Wilson was interviewed regarding the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and what it means for the future of banking regulation and the banking industry. 

Laurie Wilson, the director of Graduate Business Programs at Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business, shares her best tips for investing in your future without digging yourself into a hole.

Baylor researcher David Dicks models the correlation between new innovation and investors' attitudes about uncertainty.

Students from the Hankamer School of Business Sports Strategy and Sales (S3) program finished in the top three at multiple national championship competitions last month.

The Hankamer School of Business (HSB) at Baylor University will host the New Venture Competition (NVC) March 24-25 at the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation.

WalletHub: Professor Allen Seward, director of the Baylor Business Fellows major and an associate professor of Insurance and Finance, is a featured expert in this article about liability car insurance.

Management Information Systems student Matthew Homan is part of the Baylor cyber team which is experiencing frequent success, with National Cyber League rankings of 18th nationally out of 470 teams and 5th in the central region for fall 2022.

KWTX (FOX): Students with the Baylor accounting department are working with University High School teachers and students to help community members file their taxes for free.

KXXV (ABC): The impact of the truck driver shortage on inflation is discussed by Pedro Reyes, who is an associate professor specializing in operations and supply chain management at Baylor University. Reyes highlights that an increase in the number of students entering truck-driving programs could potentially lead to a decrease in prices.

Harvard Business Review: According to Baylor management professors, Kaylee Hackney, Matthew Quade, and Dawn Carlson, intentional efforts made by organizations to support adoption have a significantly positive impact on both employees and the organization as a whole. In their article, the authors suggest five ways in which leaders can enhance their support for adoptive parents.

An accomplished panel of students and recent graduates reflect on the personal and professional impact of their EMBA experience.

Earning an early-career MBA from Baylor immediately after finishing his bachelor’s degree gave Michael Scott a competitive edge in the world of technology strategy and consulting.

EurekAlert: Smartphone research experts and Marketing professors Meredith David and James Roberts have developed a new model that is a powerful predictor of the acceptance of incorporating smartphones into a church service.

KWBU (NPR): Featuring Matt Quade, the Kimberly and Aaron P. Graft Professor in Christian Leadership in Business in the Department of Management, this episode takes listeners into the importance and impact of workplace ethics.

This tax season, more than 60 accounting students from Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business are joining University High School and La Vega High School students in the student-led Volunteer Income Assistance (VITA) Program.

For two graduates of Baylor’s Dallas-based Executive MBA program, what began as a business plan for a capstone course is now a successful global logistics firm.

WalletHub: Professor of Marketing James Roberts is a featured expert in this article about the impact of spending on relationships.

Baylor Lariat: Business professors Forest Kim, Pedro Reyes and Gia Chevis are quoted in this article highlighting concerns that Baylor professors have about ChatGPT and its potential impact on students.

Baylor University announced today the appointment of Hannah Stolze as the inaugural William E. Crenshaw Endowed Chair in Supply Chain Management in the Department of Management in Baylor’s nationally ranked Hankamer School of Business.

Experiential learning has become a key component of a college education, and Gabriella Cacciotti is doing her part to incorporate it into her classroom.

Baylor student pulls together his vision and passion to create his own business. 

Earning an Online MBA prepared Richelle Pennington to lead and communicate with impact in a fast-paced virtual environment.

KWBU (NPR): There are many things that the brain allows us to accomplish, from achieving our dreams to reaching our goals. To unlock the dream-making potential, Tom Corely explains the importance of setting goals.

KWBU (NPR): During this episode of "Business Review," Marlene Neill explains how crucible experiences can transform leaders.

KWBU (NPR): When applying for a job, it's important to have the right resume credentials. However, sometimes one quality stands out above the rest. Amira Lewally explains what it is in this episode of "Business Review."

KWBU (NPR): As an entrepreneur, Soren Kaplan gives steps on how to scale a business in order to achieve success.

KWBU (NPR): In order to achieve high levels of productivity for employees, it is crucial to create a healthy working environment. Ted Kitterman shares the role that leadership plays in the wellness of employees

Baylor University, Barron’s and Dow Jones are continuing their partnership to provide educational and professional resources to Baylor students.

Sandeep Mazumder, dean at Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business, shared a list of the top five things you don’t know about the Federal Reserve System, clearing up the misconceptions.

Dominik Kuhn found so much value in Baylor’s entrepreneurship classes that he transferred to the MBA program from Switzerland. Now, he is leveraging his experience to build a first-of-its-kind online marketplace.

At six years of age, Sam Myers developed a love for sales while selling Christmas wreaths and popcorn door-to-door for the Cub Scouts. Now, in ProSales, Sam is grateful for the way the program built his business-to-business sales knowledge and experiences.

Passionate about helping others, Brynn Roper often gives up her free time to connect with people, always considering how she could make a positive impact in another’s life. She is also passionate about learning new skills, and is grateful for the opportunities the ProSales program provides, from networking with executives and job interviews, to making lifelong friendships.

Baylor Professor Tim Kayworth highlights the growing value of earning an MBA with a concentration in cybersecurity from the Hankamer School of Business.

The National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have designated Baylor University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), an initiative that includes faculty from the Hankamer School of Business.

Strategy + Business: Peter Klein, The W.W. Caruth Chair and professor of Entrepreneurship, co-authored the book, “Why Managers Matter,” which concludes that bosses are important and serve many functions and roles within organizations.

The Hankamer School of Business (HSB) at Baylor University will launch a new podcast to promote top-tier research conducted by Hankamer faculty and students. The podcast, “Innovative Business,” will feature Business School faculty and students discussing their research on a foundational level.

Bradley Lail, professor and chair for the Department of Accounting and Business Law, was named associate dean of Undergraduate Programs at the Hankamer School of Business. The appointment begins June 1, 2023.

WalletHub: Economics professor Finley Edwards is a featured expert in this article about the rising cost of auto insurance.

KWBU (NPR): Yulia Sullivan talks about the rise of artificial intelligence in our day-to-day world and how trust will play a big role in making it happen.

KWBU (NPR): With her fresh perspective on the future as a young professional, Alex Lyzwa gives college graduates a fresh perspective on their future.

Valuing creativity and stick-to-it-ness, Allie is a ProSales and Entrepreneurship double major who enjoys loving others deeply.

Baylor Clinical Assistant Professor Allison Alford shares her best tips for navigating virtual communication in a post-COVID world.

Majoring in ProSales and Marketing, Jordon Ermentraut is a creative and caring person who loves the outdoors, spending quality time with people, and reading. In line with her heart for others, she founded Play4AJ, an organization that fundraises to provide scholarships and support for baseball players in financial need.

Double-majoring in ProSales and Finance, Tyler Spears is passionate about improving himself daily, living out his faith boldly, and being financially stable in life. Playing baseball, football, and basketball during high school, he learned the value of grit and constant improvement for success. Turning down the chance to play baseball at the collegiate level in order to attend Baylor, he currently enjoys golf and weightlifting as competitive outlets, pushing himself to be the best he can be.

Jude Enajero traveled from Nigeria to Waco to earn dual MBA/MSIS degrees at Baylor only to discover a new community of friends and a fresh perspective on the impact he can make with a career in finance.

Max Kleiner is a ProSales major who serves as president of Baylor University’s Interfraternity Council, acting as a conduit between the university and 14 fraternities. This role has taught him to be mindful of others and their emotions when dealing with difficult situations.

Due to her love for travel, Shelby Clark’s life goal is to visit every continent. History, culture, and her faith serve as her guide as she has visited 10 countries and multiple World War II historical sites, such as the Berlin Wall and the beaches of Normandy. A ProSales and Management double major, Shelby enjoys new experiences and is deeply passionate about her faith. 

Waco Tribune-Herald: During an economic forecasting conference Dean Sandeep Mazumder of the Hankamer School of Business said that Waco and Texas are likely to see economic headwinds but are well-positioned to weather them.

PR Log: Tyrha Lindsey-Warren, clinical assistant professor of Marketing and the director of industry relations and experiential learning Baylor Business, was announced as the recipient of the 2022 ATHENA Leadership Award® presented by the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce.

Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business and College of Arts & Sciences launch a joint graduate program to address the need for business analytics professionals. Introducing the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA).

Tyler Grogan, MBA ’22 credits his Baylor MBA with a concentration in cybersecurity with helping him sharpen his skills and prepare for higher levels of leadership in his industry.

Sandeep Mazumder, dean at Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business, loves spending the holidays with his family. He shared a list of the top five holiday traditions to keep the magic alive during Christmas.

Baylor Career Center's Kaytlin Suarez coaches early-career MBA candidates on the "how" and the "why" behind LinkedIn.

The online MBA program in Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business has been ranked No. 11 nationally among the 2023 Best Online MBA Programs by Poets & Quants, the definitive online publication for business education news.

A first-generation college student and self-described optimist, Keaton Kechter stepped outside of his comfort zone by attending business school.

Dallas Business Journal released its 16th annual “40 Under 40” list this summer, which included two Baylor MBA graduates, Amber Roy and Ryan Gebhart.

The Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation in Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business has been recognized with a No. 6 national ranking for its undergraduate entrepreneurship program by Entrepreneurship Magazine and The Princeton Review.

Passionate about helping others, Caroline Smith looks forward to a career in sales, where she will be able to meet her customers’ needs and help them attain their goals. 

An outdoorsmen, hunter, competitive shooter, and golfer, Paul Wyatt actively engaging with life and others. He has a passion for people and enjoys hearing the stories every person has to offer, believing everyone brings something unique to life.

Phys.org: Sara Perry, professor of Management and remote/hybrid work expert, is quoted about the benefits and challenges of remote work.

Management professor Sara Perry discusses her recent research on the challenges for remote workers looking for a healthy and sustainable work-life balance.

Entrepreneur: The undergraduate entrepreneurship program in the Hankamer School of Business is ranked No. 6 nationally by The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine.

Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business and College of Arts & Sciences (A&S) are set to launch a joint graduate program—a Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)—this summer.