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\u201cI can confidently say that the OMBA program has been instrumental in guiding me toward achieving my goals in life.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When he started Questrom\u2019s OMBA program, Raymond Makharadze Ortiz set three main goals: become more familiar with accounting principles and the tools, identify different leadership styles and techniques, and expand his professional network. In two short years, he\u2019s successfully achieved all three and, as a bonus, even earned a promotion at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy directors and vice presidents recognized the improvements in my performance, perspective, and approach to work, which has put me on the path to potential director roles in the future,\u201d he says. \u201cWhile I still have much to learn, I can confidently say that the OMBA program has been instrumental in guiding me toward achieving my goals in life.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Coming from the public healthcare sector, Raymond thought the business courses might be challenging, but as he worked through each module, they became easier to manage. The most surprising aspect for him was the positive project team dynamics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe program is fantastic because it allows you to experience different cultures, approaches, attitudes, and perspectives from around the world, which often differ from your own. Balancing these diverse dynamics with our expectations for success, while also managing our personal lives, provided both enjoyable experiences and unexpected challenges in each module.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raymond especially acknowledges Drs. Jaime Birdwell, Jamiel Vadell, and Joyce Boyd, who played a pivotal role in his journey. \u201cWith their combination of humor and honesty, they helped me understand who I aspire to be, and I can confidently say that I have become that person, if not even better.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raymond the first person in his family to earn a master’s degree, an achievement he takes great pride in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis program has had positive effects on me, and also my 5 year old daughter, as she now understands the importance of education by seeing her dad in school, learning and growing. This has encouraged her to go to bed on time and be ready for school each day!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raymond believes in providing access to online business education so much that he\u2019s even collaborating with his company\u2019s director to establish an Online MBA program within their organization. The initiative aims to create a pathway for individuals in the healthcare sector to pursue their MBA degrees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhether you are pursuing a degree to enhance your knowledge, cross it off your bucket list, or explore a new industry, Questrom\u2019s OMBA is undoubtedly the right choice. You don\u2019t have to navigate this journey alone,\u201d Raymond adds. \u201cIf you\u2019re reading this and need support, feel free to reach out, I’d be happy to act as a virtual mentor and guide you along the way.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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