Business & Management Student Stories

“As a part of an overall experience, the program contributed to my academic and professional future as well as personal growth. This awareness changed my approach to classes to go beyond the curriculum and connect the dots between experiences and lessons.” Read more.

Céline Marie Sandmaier (MET’23)
Fellow, McKinsey & Company
MS, Administrative Studies, Concentration in Innovation & Technology

“To me, the best part of the ABA program is the balance between the technical aspects of data analytics/science and the broader implications of those methodologies to the underlying business at large.” Read more.

Greg Parker (MET’23)
Vice President of Business Intelligence, Rockland Federal Credit Union
MS, Applied Business Analytics

“In today's technologically interconnected world, cybersecurity has emerged as a paramount concern for companies across all industries. Proactive and comprehensive cybersecurity measures are indispensable in safeguarding a company's assets, ensuring uninterrupted operations, and reinforcing trust in the digital age. This has been a major topic in the ERM program at BU, as well as something I had to deeply understand and apply in my job.” Read more.

Raya Abi Karam (MET’23)
M&A Advisory Associate, PwC
MS, Enterprise Risk Management

“BU MET’s MS in Enterprise Risk Management is, notably, one of the most distinguished risk management graduate programs in the country. The course requirements succinctly cover the areas and career goals I wish to pursue.” Read more.

Xenia (Cox) Jeffries (MET'20)
Sr. Enterprise Risk Analyst, CNO Financial Group
MS, Enterprise Risk Management

“The financial management program exceeded my expectations because the courses introduced the finance realm in a practical and comprehensive manner rather than focusing solely on formulas and theories.[...]My master's degree not only qualified me for more job opportunities, but also broadened my career options by studying in another field.” Read more.

Dezhen Liu (MET’22)
Actuarial Analyst at Aetna
MS, Financial Management

"Boston University is arguably one of the world's renowned universities. Honestly speaking, I had admired the school for decades and dreamed about becoming a student there. MET specifically has a strong program for financial management, because the course portfolio covers all aspects of the financial market, which has helped me build a vast but strong foundation in the financial investment industry." Read more.

Renfei Wang (MET'23)
Executive Translator, Cirrus Aircraft
MS, Financial Management

“Throughout the various jobs and internships I held during the program, managers were impressed with my degree. There were definitely elements of professional advancement that I was aware of, even to someone so early in their career—but personal satisfaction was the biggest factor in what motivated me during the program.” Read more.

Sydney Hayes (MET’22)
Account Executive, Flock Associates
MS, Global Marketing Management

“One of the key factors that attracted me to BU MET was its exceptional team of project management professors. Their expertise and industry experience make them some of the best in the field, which ensured that I received top-notch education and mentorship. It was the perfect choice to fulfill my goal of earning a master’s degree in project management and gain the necessary skills for success in the field.” Read more.

ZhaoCong (Tommy) Liu (MET’23)
Project Manager, Boston Management Consulting International
MS, Project Management

“While working in various project management roles, I realized the immense value that formal training and a structured curriculum could bring to my skill set. Despite my professional experience, I recognized the need to deepen my theoretical understanding and stay ahead of industry trends. This realization, coupled with a desire for professional growth and career advancement, motivated me to pursue a master’s degree in project management.” Read more.

Vinita Mehta (MET’24)
Special Projects Manager at SRMD
MS, Project Management, Concentration in Program & Project Portfolio Management

“One of the things I loved the most about the Supply Chain Management master’s program is that each course lent value to the next.” Read more.

Scott Miller (MET’19)
Senior Supply Chain Manager, The Willamette Valley Company LLC
MS, Supply Chain Management

“Armed with this knowledge, I am eager to tackle new challenges, drive innovation, and contribute to the success of Signify and the field of mechanical engineering as a whole.” Read more.

Adrian Perez (MET’23)
Mechanical Engineer, Signify
MS, Supply Chain Management

“The program offers a good balance of theoretical concepts with real and practical applications. The professors have many years of industry experience and enjoy sharing both the positive and negative aspects of the topic under discussion.” Read more.

Abiy Eshetu (MET’19)
Senior Principal Engineer, Pratt & Whitney
MS, Supply Chain Management; Concentration, Logistics Management

“I was fascinated by the combination of programming and algorithms with trading, which led me to start developing trading strategies (little did I know about efficient market hypothesis and modern portfolio theory). I felt my lack of financial knowledge and decided to apply for my master’s in finance.” Read more.

Amir Alamir (MET'24)
Quantitative Trader, Holmes Investment Management, Inc.
MS, Financial Management

“The hands-on nature of the materials was a significant benefit... It was more than just reading and theoretical learning; we also had to apply our newly acquired knowledge immediately to imaginary startups created in the course. As a result, we were able to get feedback on our work almost immediately, providing a real benefit for the real world outside of the usually theoretical academic bubble.” Read more.

Sebastian Lehner (MET ‘24)
Market Researcher, IEC Partners
MS, Administrative Studies; Concentration, Innovation & Technology

“[A]chieving a master’s degree was mostly a personal goal of mine from my observation of those around me. I do intend to advance my career into an executive role at my current company by leveraging the skills and knowledge I gained at Boston University. I have recognized that in the corporate world, advanced education and knowledge are important to help develop opportunities for advancement and sharing wisdom with others. This is what I intend to do as I continue to grow in my professional career.” Read more.

Dustin Fornoff (MET'24)
Director, Decision Science Analysts, USAA
MS, Insurance Management

“Boston University has undoubtedly been a springboard for me to reach a new level in my life. The education I received, along with the experience of living in one of America’s historic cities, has profoundly influenced my perspective. People with such education are always in demand worldwide. After earning my degree, I was offered a top management position at a leading shipping company not only in Kazakhstan but also at Kazmortransflot—Kazakhstan's main maritime company. This program has thoroughly prepared me for this exciting next phase of my career.” Read more.

Yerkin Nygmetov (MET'24)
Director of Business Development, Caspian Integrated Maritime Solutions Ltd.
MS, Supply Chain Management; Concentration, Logistics Management

“There aren’t many graduate programs specifically focused on risk, so the fact that I was pursuing one really helped me stand out while applying to roles and interviewing.” Read more.

Alexia Thomas (MET’25)
Analyst, Risk Rotational Program, RBC Capital Markets
MS, Enterprise Risk Management

“I chose BU MET to further my knowledge in finance and develop insights into how I could apply that to my current and future roles. BU offered a world-class institution and curriculum that would challenge me.” Read more.

Steven L. Fischl (MET ‘25)
VP, Regional Product Leader at Chubb Insurance
MS, Insurance Management with concentration in Corporate Finance