Vanderbilt MBA Viewbook 2011

Your potential. Our promise.

Julie VavrichekVanderbilt MBA 2011

Private Wealth Advisor, Goldman SachsWashington, DC

Hometown: Silver Spring, MD

Discover this place.

Shape your world.®

At Owen, it means you enter a unique, close-knit

community that equips you for leadership in business.

You open doors to a new world of possibilities. You shape

your thinking and your career trajectory. It means you can

create your own future in ways that align with your career

goals and, perhaps, in ways that you never imagined.

From day one, it means you are empowered to make

a difference in your organization, your community, your

industry, your world. Encouraged to go beyond old

boundaries. Rigorously challenged to work harder and

accomplish more than you thought possible. Supported,

both here and wherever you ultimately go, by an

extended community of colleagues, mentors and alumni.

Thousands of individuals—faculty and staff, students,

alumni and business practitioners—with different

priorities, diverse interests and divergent needs have

discovered this place and, from it, have shaped their

worlds…and, in doing so, our world.

What does it mean to shape your world?

World shapers

Contents

The Vanderbilt MBA Advantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Career Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Career Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Vanderbilt and Nashville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Admissions Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Distinctive: Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Distinctive: Real-world Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Distinctive: Global Perspective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Distinctive: Focus on Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Matthew Clemson Vanderbilt MBA 2010Associate, UBS Investment Bank, New York, NYHometown: Murray, KYUndergraduate: Murray StateOwen Activities: Finance Club (VP), Investment Banking Academy (Co-Head), Law and Business Society, 100% Owen, Campus Visit Host

Soccer Player. Career Changer. World Shaper.Matt Clemson considers himself fortunate. In Murray, Kentucky, he grew up in a family that “advocated the pursuit of excellence.” His younger brother, a nuclear engineer in the U.S. Navy, has served a tour in the Middle East. His younger sister, spurred by a desire to help people with disabilities, is pursuing a doctorate in physical therapy.

Inspired and motivated by his siblings, Matt, a former college soccer player, decided to seek a Vanderbilt MBA after three years of managing the procurement of raw materials for Bridgestone. For Matt, it was less about personal advancement than the opportunity to build the skills “to leave my community and the people around me a little better off…”

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You’ll earn a door-opening degree that carries a prestigious name.

The rigorous curriculum—built around a strong foundation of general management skills and career concentrations and specializations—

is carefully crafted with input from business professionals so that your education is market-driven. The emphasis on immersion experiences and practical, hands-on education allow you to apply what you’re learning to real companies.

No part-time or undergraduate students will compete with you for resources, career services or professors’ time. The emphasis here is on the

full-time graduate program.

The unique seven-week modular calendar means you’ll complete significant study in your career field sooner than you would with more

traditional programs—this is a real advantage as you interview in the fall for the first-year summer internships that will lead to the job you want after graduation.

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THE VANDERBILT MBA ADVANTAGE

Give yourself an edge with a globally recognized degree. An international business perspective and

leadership skills that employers are seeking. A rigorous program that puts you in a stronger position faster.

Open-door access to world-class faculty. A program that’s focused on you and your success. Ongoing

help from a supportive alumni network. And a tight-knit, sociable community that makes the journey

even more rewarding.

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Because of the distinctive emphasis on leadership development, you’ll

gain the skills—highly valued by employers—to help you become a business leader.

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International study opportunities on six continents will give you a global perspective that’s critical in today’s business world.

The whole program is focused on you—your interests, your needs, your

goals—and you can shape your experience to suit them. While building a strong core of knowledge, you’ll have an unusual degree of flexibility to choose electives (including courses from other schools within the university). Even your campus visit as a prospective student will be tailored to your interests.

You’ll learn from world-renowned faculty who are leaders in their fields. They do more than impart knowledge. They’re incredibly accessible and serve as mentors as well as teachers. Long after graduation, Owen alums often call on professors for ideas and advice.

Compared to many schools, the Vanderbilt MBA program is small by design. That means smaller class sizes (9:1 ratio of students to

faculty), more opportunities for interaction and more individual attention.


10 You’re not just part of a school. You’ll be part of a community

of colleagues and friends who work hard, play hard and enjoy Owen’s rich social life together. Students commonly say it’s an atmosphere they didn’t find when visiting other schools, but you’ll notice it from the first day you’re here.

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Want to start a new club or initiative? Just ask! Administration and faculty here are incredibly open to new ideas. In fact, many of

Owen’s most successful undertakings—from the Global Food Festival to hosting the international Net Impact Conference to the multi-disciplinary Project Pyramid to alleviate global poverty—were developed and are led by students.

Owen is renowned for having one of the top Finance departments in the world and has a strong history of placing students in

leading financial institutions globally.

With a Vanderbilt MBA, you’ll be in demand among recruiters. Students here are known for their innovative problem solving, analytical skills

and strategic thinking that help them make a difference in an organization from day one. Recruiters say that Owen students are the people they want to work with—determined, well-prepared team players.

Vanderbilt MBA ranks #19 among private U.S. graduate programs and is one of only six schools of similar size (total MBA enrollment in the

200-400 range) to make it into the top 30 (U.S. News and World Report).

You’ll be among winners. Vanderbilt MBA students consistently excel in national case competitions, outperforming some of the world’s best-known business schools.

You’ll benefit from a supportive network of alumni who will help you not only while you’re in school but throughout your career.


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Working together in project teams—an Owen hallmark— is great preparation for the world of business. And because you’ll be among a group of outstanding peers, you’ll learn from your colleagues as well as from your professors, making for a richer educational experience.13

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21You’ll earn your degree in Nashville, a vibrant city that (much like Owen) is small

enough to be accessible and friendly, yet diverse and cosmopolitan, with no shortage of things to do or see.

Lily CrawfordVanderbilt MBA 2011Associate Brand Manager, Mattel, Los Angeles, CAHometown: Madison, MSUndergraduate: College of CharlestonOwen Activities: Vanderbilt Entrepreneurship Association (Board), Vanderbilt Marketing Association

“Nashville is an entrepreneurial city, and almost all students here tap

into that and work on awesome projects. There is enough going on in

terms of commerce and entertainment to keep you busy for two years,

but it is also a really easy place to live. It is cheap, there is plenty

of parking (especially compared to D.C.!), people are nice and the

weather is amazing!”


You’ll find especially strong support for entrepreneurship here. Owen offers a total of $185,000 in funding each year to highly

motivated students to help them start businesses while in the program. But that’s just the start—you’ll have access to the priceless connections and mentoring from professors and successful alums, not to mention the incredible resources of the Entrepreneur Center.

Owen’s Career Management Center prepares you for success throughout your career. It’s not just a two-year relationship. It’s for a lifetime.

You’ll enjoy a highly diverse community, with students from all regions of the United States and 35 different countries. Three-fourths of the

MBA students here come from outside the Southeast. You can broaden your experiences, your network and your world of possibilities.

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c o m m u n i t y

Collegial and support ive, Owen is a place you experience for life.

Owen students, faculty and alumni agree: this is a special place where you find

support and encouragement for reaching your goals. It’s a great place to learn—

and to live. And once you belong to the Owen community, you belong for life.

You’ll find tremendous support not only from your classmates and

faculty, but also from Owen’s alumni around the world. Lifelong mentors

and connections exist for you regardless of your chosen career path.

Vanderbilt MBA students also experience community through active engagement

in student clubs focused on business, community service or just having fun. The list

grows and changes each year, and ideas for forming new clubs are always welcome.


You’ll be a part of a unique, collaborative community.

Collegial and support ive, Owen is a place you experience for life.

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Luke Froeb, William C. Oehmig Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise

“After Professor Froeb’s microeconomics class, I always consider things from an economist’s perspective. Froeb has a truly unique way of connecting with his students that I will always remember. I have developed a new appreciation for economics.”

The finest scholars, researchers, teachers and practitioners make up Vanderbilt’s accomplished faculty.

Educated at the best universities and seasoned with significant experience, these faculty members

are in demand as conference speakers and panelists, consultants, authors and referees for prominent

academic journals, and experts for leading media outlets.

What Students Say

Brian McCann, Assistant Professor of Strategic Management

“Professor McCann’s Corporate Strategy course made me a better problem-solver by encouraging me to think creatively and critically, consider all possible solutions to problems and frame my analysis and solutions in a logical manner. Several courses required this, but what I learned in this class will especially help me in my post-Owen job as a management consultant.”

Jennifer Escalas, Associate Professor of Marketing

“Jenny, as she prefers to be called by her students, brings brand marketing to life through developing compelling narratives and incorporating real-world examples into her teaching. She is able to facilitate discussion in such a way that her classes feel less like a lecture and more of a group of professional colleagues working together to solve the latest issues in business. Jenny’s combination of professionalism, expertise and personal attention to her students makes her a hallmark of the already stellar marketing faculty.”

David Owens, Professor of the Practice of Management and Innovation

“Professor Owens teaches for the love of teaching. He is passionate about helping people and organizations push the boundaries of what they consider possible. His focus on innovation—and the group dynamics that either celebrate or kill innovation—translate into the best courses I have had here at Owen.”

Germain Böer, Professor of Accounting; Director, Owen Entrepreneurship Center

“When I came down to Nashville from New York for my campus visit, I randomly knocked on a professor’s door to talk about some of my business ideas and whether I could work on them at Owen. Professor Germain Böer gave me thirty minutes of his time, and it was at that point that I knew that Owen was the right place for me.”

Nancy Hyer, Associate Professor of Operations Management, Associate Dean of Academic Programs

“Managing and Improving Processes was incredible! Professor Hyer is so energetic and truly loves the subject matter. I thoroughly enjoyed the class and look forward to referring to the material in future endeavors.”

Here, great professors are also great mentors, advisers and friends.

FACuLTY


Vanderbilt professors infuse the classroom with academic research and professional experience to create an advanced and relevant learning environment. The Vanderbilt MBA program exposes students to important theories and applications using a balanced mix of lectures, classroom discussions, case studies and group projects. In order to shape successful business managers and insightful leaders, Vanderbilt combines these time-tested methods and teaching excellence with experiential learning opportunities in the business community. The spirit of respect and intellectual curiosity leads to many lifelong faculty-student friendships.

A few professors of note include Bill Christie, whose research on pricing and trading practices in the financial

markets resulted in a sweeping reform of the NASDAQ market; Luke Froeb, who recently completed a term as Director of the Bureau of Economics at the Federal Trade Commission; and Nancy Lea Hyer, an award-winning author nationally recognized for her cutting-edge research into cellular manufacturing.

Here, great professors are also great mentors, advisers and friends.

Shape your career with teachers who do more than just teach.


Nick Bollen E. Bronson Ingram Professor of Finance

Researcher. Finance Master. World Shaper.From his soft-spoken demeanor, you might never guess that Nick Bollen is a

star. But in the world of finance scholarship, he’s the Heisman Trophy winner. Professor Bollen has had no fewer than eight research papers accepted for publication since he joined the Owen faculty in 2001. Six have appeared in

the top finance journals. His research interests are wide-ranging. Bollen has analyzed the valuation of derivative securities, empirical market

microstructure and the behavior of investors in socially responsible mutual funds. Most recently, he has focused four research projects on

hedge funds…

Research CentersVanderbilt MBA faculty perform collaborative research with industry partners through the school’s research centers:•FinancialMarketsResearchCenter

(FMRC)•TheOwenEntrepreneurshipCenter•TheCalTurnerProgramforMoral

Leadership in the Professions•VanderbiltCenterforEnvironmental

Management Studies (VCEMS)

Research by Vanderbilt Finance professors Robert Whaley and Jacob Sagi led to the creation of the NASDAQ OMX Alpha Indexes, which are designed to help investors measure performance between individual stocks and exchange-traded funds.

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The best way to master business administration is to practice it.

Our “market-driven” curriculum prepares you for real-world work.

So many of our faculty (including our dean) combine academic distinction

with experience as actual business practitioners, entrepreneurs and

corporate CEOs. Their understanding of what it takes to meet the

needs of business helps shape our MBA program.

Owen’s unique modular format promotes accelerated learning. By the time

you interview for all-important summer internships midway through your

first year, you’ll have the career-focused knowledge to give you an edge.

Our hands-on learning approach brings opportunities

to develop in-depth, high-level strategies for “client” companies such

as GE, Coca-Cola, Ford, Nissan, Brown-Forman and Humana. Real projects

for real companies often lead to real jobs.

How learning in the real world makes a world of difference.


The best way to master business administration is to practice it.


Flexibility to Shape the Curriculum to Your GoalsThe Vanderbilt MBA offers multiple Concentrations, Specializations and Emphases to prepare you to succeed in your chosen career. You’ll choose at least one Concentration or Specialization as the focus of your study, and you may further customize your program with one or more additional areas of interest.

CONCENTRATIONSBuild your career foundation.Credit hours: 12 or more beyond the core curriculumn Accountingn Financen General Managementn Human and Organizational

Performance (HOP)n Marketingn Operationsn Strategy

SPECIALIZATIONSChoose a more focused, in-depth course of study.Credit hours: 20 beyond the core curriculumn Brand Managementn Corporate Financen Health Caren Human and Organizational

Performance (HOP)n Investment Management

EMPHASESDelve deeper into an industry or area of interest.Credit hours: Eight beyond the core curriculum n Entrepreneurshipn International Studiesn Real Estate


FinanceAt Vanderbilt, the Finance faculty is nothing less than world-class, bringing to the classroom top academic credentials and deep expertise. Corporate recruiters know that Vanderbilt MBAs receive rigorous training that enables them to accept challenging assignments after graduation. As a result, the school traditionally turns out more finance graduates than any other single discipline. Vanderbilt MBAs often place first in finance case competitions, and the Financial Markets Research Center provides resume-building opportunities.


Ready to build your resume for your chosen career path? You have come to the right place. The

Vanderbilt MBA will prepare you for the real world through rigorous, relevant curriculum and

seasoned faculty. And you’ll have numerous opportunities to populate your resume through

meaningful experiences.

Create your career path and then build your resume to make it reality.

Choosing the right career path is critical to securing the job of your dreams. At Vanderbilt, we do everything we can to help you succeed, and guiding you to your chosen career is no exception.

For starters, we offer eight career paths that hiring companies value. Our flexible curriculum options (previous page) provide various ways to develop the knowledge and skills that recruiters are seeking in each career path:

FinanceHuman & Organizational PerformanceOperationsReal Estate

MarketingConsultingHealth CareEntrepreneurship

Choose your path, and then experience all that Owen has to offer to get you there. Beyond top-notch curriculum and top-of-their field faculty, we’ll pit you against top schools in case competitions and provide opportunities for you to join clubs that offer a range of robust learning and career development activities. Mentoring, resume reviews, mock interviews, career panel discussions, alumni networking events and speaker series are just a few. You’ll make career connections that last for years to come.

Some career paths offer immersion experiences with interactive work at companies that excel in the field, or classes that provide you the chance to make an impact in real situations while earning course credit.

CAREER PATHS

For more information about our career paths, including the curriculum options (Concentrations, Specializations and Emphases) for each path, visit owen.vanderbilt.edu/careernavigator.

Nana Kyei Vanderbilt MBA 2011Investment Banking Associate, JPMorgan, New York, NY Hometown: Accra, Ghana

Undergraduate: Davidson College Owen Activities: Owen Black Students Association (President), Finance Club, Max Adler Student Investment Fund, TVA Investment Challenge

Banker. Change Agent. World Shaper.Nana Kyei enjoys challenges. In his native Ghana, he took the SAT exam for the first time just after completing elementary school. After coming

to the U.S., he left his career as a rising star at Merrill Lynch because he saw his learning curve become flatter. Nana was attracted to Owen because of “the strength of the financial program” and because of the

“genuineness of the community” he found. Not surprisingly, he took on a formidable task, with a triple concentration in Finance, Accounting

and Strategy that some, he chuckles, regarded as “a little crazy.” It was the rigorous preparation he says he needed to reach his goal of

someday running his own business…


Create your career path and then build your resume to make it reality.

Catapult your career to new heights.

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A strong return on your investmentEven in today’s challenging job market, demand for Vanderbilt MBAs is high, and the return on investment of a Vanderbilt MBA is strong:

n According to a 2011 study, Bloomberg Businessweek estimated Vanderbilt MBAs to earn a median salary of $122,000 10 years after earning their degree, and $170,000 20 years out, placing us at #14 in the U.S.

n Both Forbes and Bloomberg Businessweek rank Vanderbilt MBAs in the Top 20 in total salary five years after graduation.


Kristen Schaefer Vanderbilt MBA 2011Senior Consultant - Human Capital, Org and Talent, Deloitte Consulting, San Francisco, CA

Hometown: San Francisco, CA Undergraduate: university of California, San DiegoOwen Activities: HOP Association (Officer), Project Pyramid (Board), Campus Visit Coordinator,

Leadership Development Program (Team Coach), Career Management Center (Peer Coach)

West Coaster. Case Winner. World Shaper.Working in human resources at Gap Inc. in her native California, Kristen

Schaefer found herself “wishing I could learn deeply about organizations and be surrounded by smart, professional peers while gaining the

credibility and knowledge that come with an MBA.” During Discover Weekend at Owen—her first trip to the South—she became convinced she had found her spot. Within one month, Kristen was meeting with

representatives from three of her “top choice companies.” A month after that, she was “interviewing for dream roles”…

Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)

“Owen has helped me clarify what it is that I want to do for a living. I came to school with a dozen ideas of how I could build a career. Being a student at Owen has given me both the direction I need to focus my energy and the education I need to be successful.” Chapin Hertel Vanderbilt MBA 2010

Vanderbilt offers one of the most highly regarded MBA programs in human capital and organizational development in the country. HR Patriot website ranked ours #4 in MBA programs for HR careers, and we have had consistent 100 percent job placement in the past, with salaries matching those of other MBA tracks. Owen offers a greater number and variety of courses than the majority of business schools. Unlike typical

HR programs, ours prepares you to help a company implement business strategies. Graduates traditionally secure excellent employment opportunities early in the recruiting season due to high demand for MBAs with human capital skills. Our HOP student association is an official chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and Owen students created the first national MBA case competition in this field.

CAREER PATHS

Read the rest of Kristen’s story owenworldshapers.com/KristenSchaefer.html

OperationsThe Operations program focuses on the design and management of the processes by which products are manufactured and services are delivered to customers throughout the world. The Operations faculty have won international recognition for their research, teaching and publications, and have made significant contributions to knowledge about time-based competition, manufacturing cells, quality management, learning processes, manufacturing strategy and efficient implementation of optimization models for supply chains and telecommunication networks. Don’t be surprised to find Owen students participating in international case competitions and taking first place.

Megan Chavez Teepe Vanderbilt MBA 2011 Manager of Operations, Marchex, Seattle, WAHometown: Denver, CO Undergraduate: university of Texas at AustinOwen Activities: Operations Management Club (President), Campus Relations (VP), Net Impact

Environmentalist. Strategist. World Shaper.Concern for the environment and the wider world has long shaped Megan Chavez Teepe’s thinking. She’s lived everywhere from Colorado, Oregon and Nebraska to Granada, Spain. She majored in Geography and the Environment at the University of Texas, did field research in Honduras and worked at ICF International in Washington, D.C. But she never imagined that Owen would help shape her world in the way she had always hoped. “I realized that the best way to have a larger impact is to become a business leader,” she says…


What can you expect to earn with a Vanderbilt MBA? Check out detailed salary data and more career path information at owen.vanderbilt.edu/careernavigator.

Read the rest of Megan’s storyowenworldshapers.com/MeganTeepe.html

Real EstateReal estate is one of the most important asset classes in any economy. Real estate careers are varied and focus on key areas such as development, investment, management, finance and capital markets. Owen students are

exposed to a blend of courses from real estate practitioners and academic faculty that give them a balanced, real-world view of the market. We have an active, vibrant Real Estate Club, offer participation in real estate case

competitions and provide numerous other resume-building activities.

Ashley English Vickers Vanderbilt MBA 2010 Associate Marketing Manager, Wal-Mart, Inc., Bentonville, ARHometown: Little Rock, AR Undergraduate: Hendrix College

Owen Activities: Vanderbilt Marketing Association (VP of Career Dev.), Net Impact, Women’s Business Association

Brand Manager. Team Player. World Shaper.

Ashley Vickers vividly remembers her first group paper in the course on Leading Teams and

Organizations. One reason she sought an MBA, after working for four years for a brand-

growth consulting firm, was to strengthen her leadership and management skills. Her

frustration mounted as she and a colleague struggled with the paper’s wording. Then it hit her: “The lesson to be learned from

this project has nothing to do with this sentence. I have learned the importance

of working within a team…”

MarketingWith the Vanderbilt MBA, you’ll find the flexibility, curriculum and support you need to land the marketing job you want. Our accomplished marketing faculty are diverse in their knowledge; their expertise includes advertising, consumer research, branding, service marketing, networks, customer satisfaction, quantitative psychological research, socially responsible marketing and new products. The program includes BrandWeek, a four-day intensive brand management immersion held in partnership with major corporations.

CAREER PATHS


Read the rest of Ashley’s story owenworldshapers.com/AshleyVickers.html

ConsultingConsultants tackle a wide variety of business problems and provide solutions for their clients. Owen’s flexible curriculum offers a great framework from which to build a career in consulting. Popular concentrations include Strategy, General Management, Finance, Operations and HOP, and students often do double concentrations. The curriculum includes courses in strategy and business economics. And the Owen Consulting Club offers career seminars, case practice sessions with alumni and networking with industry leaders.

Lauren Reus Vanderbilt MBA 2011Associate Consultant, ARRYVE Consulting, Redmond, WA Hometown: Olympia, WA Undergraduate: Hope CollegeOwen Activities: Christian Business Association (President), Net Impact (VP of Marketing and Finance Chair); Owen Student Government Association (Senator)

Consultant. Problem Solver. World Shaper.After earning a degree in Management and Spanish from Hope College in Michigan, Lauren Reus did something uncommon among Owen students. She went straight to business school. She found that her coursework was as challenging and rewarding as she expected, citing classes (especially Professor Brian McCann’s Corporate Strategy course) “that made me a better problem solver and encouraged me to think creatively, think critically and consider all possible solutions to problems”—highly valuable skills for someone aspiring to a consulting career…

Read the rest of Lauren’s storyowenworldshapers.com/LaurenReus.html

Lewis Agnew Vanderbilt MBA 2012MBA Intern/Summer Associate, Boyle Investment Company, Nashville, TNHometown: Jackson, MS Undergraduate: Auburn Owen Activities: Real Estate Club (President), Distinguished Speaker Series (Board), Health Care Club

Engineer. Developer. World Shaper.Lewis Agnew’s career as a structural engineer—primarily on new hospital projects—brought him to Nashville. Gradually, he realized that “I was more interested in the ‘where’ and ‘why’ questions of buildings than in the ‘how.’” The search for a new career path led him toward real estate, where “I could merge all my interests and abilities without totally abandoning my previous experience.” Owen, he says, proved to be “a perfect fit.” He appreciated the school’s intimate size and flexibility, and the group projects that shaped his approach to collaborative working and management…

Read the rest of Lewis’s story owenworldshapers.com/LewisAgnew.html


EntrepreneurshipMost business schools end with the business plan, but our Entrepreneurship program goes beyond the plan to results. Our small size and close-knit environment allow us to provide a personal touch, tailoring a program to your needs and connecting you with the resources to help you launch or grow a successful company. Be inspired at our intimate “Lunch with an Entrepreneur” events, or pursue one of the multiple funding opportunities to help students start businesses while in school (our programs provide $185,000 a year in student funding). Take advantage of abundant opportunities for mentoring and assistance from our faculty, a network of successful alums and the diverse expertise of your peers. You’ll also find a deep collection of opportunities in Nashville, which is perennially ranked as a top city for entrepreneurs, including the Entrepreneur Center, the Nashville Capital Network, Jumpstart Foundry and more.


The governor of Tennessee tapped Vanderbilt Owen professor Michael Burcham to lead Startup Tennessee, a new public-private partnership that will help create new ventures and jobs in the state. The organization connects entrepreneurs with expert advice, support services and other resources, including capital through a network of investors.

CAREER PATHS

Andrew Sartoris Vanderbilt MBA 2011Senior Consultant, Deloitte Consulting, Atlanta, GAHometown: Richmond, VA Undergraduate: Duke universityOwen Activities: Vanderbilt Health Care Club (President), Consulting Club, Cork & Barrel

Health Care Expert. Consultant. World Shaper.At Hospital Corporation of America (HCA), where he worked in internal consulting and physician practice management, Andrew Sartoris already had an entrée into his preferred field. But to advance a career in consulting, he believed he needed a stronger foundation in business principles and leadership skills that would “give me the opportunity to grow into any number of exciting roles.” At Vanderbilt, he found what he was looking for. “I wanted to build on my previous health care experience and learn more about the industry,” he says.

“Owen has the curriculum, the faculty, the affiliation with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, integration with the Nashville health care community and a fantastic alumni network…”

Health CareThe United States spends nearly 20 percent of the GDP on health care and the cost is rising. This creates enormous demand for leaders who have a strategic understanding of the complexities of the health care industry, as well as solid fundamental business skills. By bringing together an unmatched education in both health care and business, Vanderbilt is preparing those transformational leaders in one of our nation’s most renowned health care hubs. As part of the program, you’ll experience a week-long clinical immersion and have access to an engaged alumni network.

Read the rest of Andrew’s storyowenworldshapers.com/AndrewSartoris.html


Paige Brown Vanderbilt MBA 2010CEO and President, Tripeezy, LLC, Austin, TXHometown: Austin, TX Undergraduate: Southern Methodist universityOwen Activities: Global Business Association (President), Owen Bridges (Coordinator), Honor Council, Entrepreneurship Club

World Traveler. Entrepreneur. World Shaper.Paige Brown has an abiding love of new places and experiences. At SMU, the self-confessed “travel fanatic” spent four months on a ship sailing the world. After working for an ad agency in Denver (Coors was her primary client), she spent a year in Karlsruhe, Germany, as a technology transition consultant for Accenture. Perhaps it’s not surprising that Paige was President of Owen’s Global Business Association. Or that she was a coordinator for Owen Bridges, which promotes closer ties between the school’s U.S. and international students…

Recruiters say the quality of candidates among Vanderbilt MBAs is outstanding. That’s why

these and other prestigious firms hire Owen students who have the skills, the drive and the

determination to move their organizations forward. Below is a select list of companies that hired

students from the classes of 2011 and 2012 (full-time and internships).

3MAmazon.comAmerican ExpressAmgenAnheuser-Busch InBevARRYVE ConsultingAsurionAT&TBank of America

Merrill LynchBarclays CapitalBoyle Investment CompanyCaesars EntertainmentCapgeminiChick-fil-ACitiClorox

Cracker BarrelCredit Suisse

DaVitaDeloitteDelta Air LinesDeutsche BankDuPontECG Management

ConsultantsEli LillyEmersonExxonMobilFedExFord Motor CompanyGaylord EntertainmentGEGoldman SachsHanesbrandsHCAHewlett-PackardHumana

IBMIntelJohnson & JohnsonJPMorganKPMG LifePoint HospitalsLowe’s CompaniesMarriottMars MattelMcKessonMicrosoftNestleNissanThe North Highland

CompanyPfizerPricewaterhouseCoopersProcter & Gamble

RJ ReynoldsSears Holdings Corp.SprintSunTrust Robinson

HumphreyThompson Research GroupUBSUPSUS AirwaysU.S. Department of StateVanderbilt University

Medical CenterVanguard Health SystemsWalmartThe Walt Disney CompanyWells FargoWipro

Companies that Hire at Vanderbilt MBAs

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DISTINCTIVES

Business is global. We give you the perspective to match.

Choose from exchange opportunities and immersion trips to give you an

advantage in the global marketplace. We offer MBA exchange programs with

23 partner schools around the world, on every continent except Antarctica.

You can also choose from shorter international trips or May/summer study-

abroad opportunities. Examples include Doing Business in China (Beijing and

Shanghai); Explore the Heart of Europe (Vienna); and Changing Environment for

International Business in Europe (Koblenz, Germany).

Our international trips incorporate the practical learning that sets the

Owen experience apart. For example, during the China trip, students have helped

companies such as FedEx and The Home Depot address particular challenges of

working in China.

At Vanderbilt, you can gain a world of international business experience.


G L O B A L P E R S P E C T I V E

Business is global. We give you the perspective to match.


“Owen has helped shape my perspective

of the business world, the global world

and how I can accomplish my goals in

both. The opportunities for personal

and professional growth are boundless

here—from attending the ‘Inside the

C-Suite’ speaker series to learning about

Japanese business etiquette to tasting

foods from around the world at the

Global Food Festival and more. There

are so many opportunities to stretch

myself outside of my comfort zone.”

Kate HaffeyVanderbilt MBA 2011


Get support for your career and exposure to leading companies.


Owen’s Career Management Center tailors its service to you and to recruiters who seek our

students. We ensure you receive individual attention and access to the knowledge, resources

and guidance required to accomplish your career goals. And we build relationships with global

companies that need your skills, drive and determination to move their organizations forward.

“Above and beyond.” That’s the mantra among Owen’s Career Management Center (CMC) team. The CMC and alumni network work together to ensure the return on investment you expect from your MBA experience.

Career ConnectionsYou’ll find valuable career-focused coaching, tools and services throughout your stay and long after graduation, including:

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Summer Prep Tools for self-assessment and getting your resume in order

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While You’re Here• One-on-onecoaching• On-campusrecruiting• Onlinerecruitingsystemwithjobopportunities,

company contacts and career-related events• Interviewprep/mockinterviewevents

• Careernavigationwebsiteandhandbook• Careerworkshopseriesandprograms• Peercoachmentorshipprogram• Functional/industryseminarsandtrainingsessions• Onlinestudentresumebookavailabletorecruiters• Off-campuscareereventsandinterviewforums• OnlinedatabasesandresourcesthroughWalker

Management Library

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Alumni Career Services Career coaching, resume reviews, networking events and an online job board geared specifically to Vanderbilt MBA alums…for life

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Owen Alumni Network From coast to coast and around the globe, with mentors and connections you can tap for your chosen career path

Michael Osborne Vanderbilt MBA 2011 Administrative Resident, university of Mississippi Health Care, Jackson, MSHometown: Lexington, KY Undergraduate: West PointOwen Activities: Owen Armed Forces Club (President); Owen Health Care Club, Cork & Barrel

Pianist. West Pointer. World Shaper.After graduating from West Point, classically trained pianist Michael Osborne spent five years as an officer with the Army’s 101st Airborne Division. His service included 26 months in Iraq and responsibility for combat operations covering 1,600 square miles. West Point prepared Michael for leadership, but he lacked critical business skills needed to transition to a civilian career. After one year in the Vanderbilt Health Care MBA program, Michael says, “I’m able to discuss and present new ideas with health care CEOs who have 30+ years of health care experience…”

CAREER SUPPORT

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Companies for Your CareerThe Career Management Center team also meet and partner with a growing number of employers and seek innovative ways to expose Owen’s talented students to recruiting firms. Companies recruit at Owen year after year because of the qualities they consistently find in our students:

• Readytosolveproblems• Preparedtobeleaders• Collaborativeteamplayers• Motivatedself-starters• Employeesyoucantrust• Skilledcommunicators• Globalthinkers

Find a list of hiring companies on page 19 and listings by Owen Career Path online.

Hiroshi Hyakumoto Vanderbilt MBA 2010Strategic Planning Group, Specialty Care Business unit, Pfizer Japan, Tokyo, JapanHometown: Hiroshima, Japan Undergraduate: Kyoto Sangyo universityOwen Activities: Japan Business Club (President)

Surfer. Marketer. World Shaper.Hiroshi Hyakumoto has surfed more than a dozen famous spots, from Asia to the U.S. and South America. The Hiroshima native had served as a sales representative for Pfizer Japan before pursuing an MBA, with sponsorship from his company. “I wanted to create an impact not only at Pfizer but in Japan and around the world,” he says. Hiroshi concluded that Owen offered a strong health care business program and an intimate community. “As an international student, I was worried about being isolated,” he says, “but the community here really allowed me to participate and feel part of the group…”

Get support for your career and exposure to leading companies.


Use our tips and tools for job search success.

•TheMBAClassof2012achieved100percentinternshipplacement.

•Bloomberg Businessweek ranks Vanderbilt #18 for job-placement rates among top 30 MBA programs (2010).

Employment Fast Facts

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f o c u s o n l e a d e r s h i p

Don’t just learn business. Learn to lead.

Our Leadership Development Program uses best-in-class tools and

methods personalized to each student’s unique needs and strengths.

Throughout the program, you’ll build and hone leadership skills that

you can continue to demonstrate and develop as you progress as a

leader in your organization. You’ll focus on the skills that research

shows correlated most highly with performance and promotion,

using resources and methods typically reserved for senior-level executives and high-potential leaders.

Vanderbilt is the only business school in partnership with Korn/Ferry

International and Hogan Assessments, premier tools used by Fortune

500 companies to help build leadership skills. These techniques are

integrated into our MBA program alongside other leading practices

such as executive coaching and leadership learning experiences.

Shape your individual leadership potential in a way that sets you apart.


DISTINCTIVES

Don’t just learn business. Learn to lead.


“The Leadership Development

Program in its entirety has made

my Owen experience completely

worth it. From the executive

coaching to team coaching, it has

taught me that the core of business

is the people. I will take all I have

learned from LDP to develop

and lead other people to success

and help them reach their

true potential.”

Michael ChaoVanderbilt MBA 2011Manager of Community RelationsInstitute for the FutureAustin, TXHometown: Austin, TXUndergraduate: University of Texas at AustinOwen Activities: Leadership Development

Program (Team Coach, Project Manager), AMPED, Campus Visit Coordinator, HOP Association, Vanderbilt Marketing Association, Cork & Barrel


Vanderbilt University offers one of the most beautiful campuses in one of the most livable U.S. cities—Nashville, Tennessee. Nowhere will you find a more appealing combination of warmth and energy. It surprises many who come for a visit, and it hooks those who stay for a degree.

Vanderbilt’s history began in 1873 when Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt had a vision of a place that would “contribute to strengthening the ties that should exist between all sections of our common country.” It has since become an internationally recognized research university with strong partnerships among its 10 schools, neighboring institutions and the community.

Nashville, too, has become a gem— a major southern city with a rich diversity in population and world-class amenities. Vanderbilt MBA students, especially those from the Northeast and far West, rave about the unexpected appeal. Many find it impossible to leave post-Owen and choose to live and work here.

Vanderbilt Fast Facts• Ranked #17 by U.S. News &

World Report

• 330 parklike acres and designated a national arboretum

• World-class concerts and some of the hottest alternative acts on campus annually

• 6,900 undergraduates, 5,800 graduates and professional students from 90 countries and 50 states

• Faculty awards including Nobel, Fulbright, Guggenheim, MacArthur and Mellon

• Comprehensive Student Recreation Center and more than 40 intramural sports

• Division 1-A NCAA sports including basketball, football, baseball, soccer, tennis and golf


Experience a world-class research university in a vibrant, livable city.

Picture this: Cutting-edge research combines with natural beauty. Southern charm mixes with big-city

buzz. A low cost of living complements a high quality of life. A state-of-the-art medical center emerges

from an educator’s vision some fourteen decades ago. Seemingly paradoxical, Vanderbilt University

and Nashville, instead, reflect those contrasts in wonderful ways. Their unique combinations make the

campus and the city an amazing place to get an education and to enjoy life.

VANDERBILT AND NASHVILLE

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As Tennessee’s capital city, Nashville is a vital business center with booming industries including health care, music, manufacturing, printing and distribution. Our city’s also home to professional sports, entertainment and fun.

Nashville Ranks Among the Best• America’s Friendliest City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Travel + Leisure• Top Ten Best Value Cities [#3] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kiplinger’s• Next Big Boom Town [#3] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Forbes• Top 5 Creative Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Entrepreneur• Best Cities for Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MarketWatch• Best Places for Business and Careers [#6] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Forbes• Top 100 Places to Live . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Relocate America• Best Places to Live in 2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Men’s Journal• Best Cities for African Americans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Black Enterprise• Top 25 Art Destinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AmericanStyle• Best Music Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rolling Stone

Nashville Recreation, Entertainment and the Arts• 92publicparks• 69milesofgreenways• 42golfcourses• 30,000acresofinlandlakes• NFLFootball(Titans)• NHLHockey(Predators)• AAABaseball(Sounds)• TPACBroadwaySeries• NashvilleSymphony,Opera,Ballet• TennesseeRepertoryTheatre• Stellar Gospel Music Awards• African Street Festival• Jazz and Blues Festival• GrandOleOpry• CountryMusicHallofFame• AdventureScienceCenter• TheNashvilleZoo• CheekwoodBotanicalGardens• FristCenterfortheVisualArts

Nashville Fast Facts• Cost of living (U.S. average—100%) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88.7%

• Average apartment rental rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $740

• Average residential home price . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$214,900

• Averagehightemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69.8 F, 21 C

• Averagelowtemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.5 F, 9 C

• Metroareapopulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 million

• Medianage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Experience a world-class research university in a vibrant, livable city. This is a great place

to learn and live.


Come for a visit. Stay for your career.The Class of 2013 includes a strong representation of students from major global financial and consulting firms, the media and entertainment industry, global health care companies, nonprofit organizations and the U.S. military.

Admissions RequirementsWe seek exceptionally talented and diverse individuals who will value our unique community, meet the challenges of our rigorous program of study, enjoy

collaborating with classmates and join a productive alumni network. Evaluation for admission is very competitive.

n U.S. bachelor’s degree or equivalent required

n The Admissions Committee considers many factors, including: • workexperience • GMAT/GREscores • undergraduaterecord • recommendations • requiredessays • thepersonalinterview

Plan your campus visit and meet our Admissions team.

Time and again, prospective MBA students who become Owen students say, “The visit sealed it!” Maybe

it’s because we treat you like an individual—not a number—from the moment you walk in the door.

Perhaps it’s because we help you focus on your career success from the moment you apply.


ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

ScholarshipsWe are committed to helping you afford the program by offering a generous number of scholarships. The Owen School awarded $2.9 million in scholarships to the Class of 2013. The average scholarship award for recent recipients was approximately half of tuition. Many scholarships are awarded from our general scholarship fund; listed below are some unique awards available for full-time MBA students.

How Decisions Are MadeWhen making scholarship award decisions, we use a comprehensive approach to assess your achievements and potential for career excellence. We look at your entire application as a whole. Candidates are automatically considered for most scholarships. There are two diversity scholarships that require an essay to be considered. Award decisions are made on a rolling basis, so we recommend that you submit your application by the January 16 deadline for priority consideration.

Dean’s Scholar AwardThe Dean’s Scholar Award is the highest honor for incoming students. Dean’s Scholars are selected based on their vast experiences, personal

attributes and commitment to excellence that will drive them to effectively lead, serve and implement positive change in the Vanderbilt Owen community. Dean’s Scholar candidates enjoy special privileges, including meetings and social gatherings with the Deans, interaction with Owen advisory boards, attendance at the Owen Circle Dinner and more.

Ingram Scholar AwardA limited number of highly qualified candidates will be selected as Ingram Scholars. Ingram Scholars are chosen carefully on the basis of academic ability, professional experience, personal qualities and leadership potential. Ingram Scholars enjoy special

opportunities, including interaction with Owen advisory boards and Deans, attendance at the Owen Circle Dinner and more.

Diversity Scholarships and Named AwardsWe offer many other prestigious awards, including diversity scholarships for demonstration of the support and advancement of underrepresented minorities and women. Scholarships are also awarded based on citizenship in Europe, Latin America, India, China and Africa, along with numerous named scholarships. Recipients of these awards enrich the experience of the entire class by enhancing our diverse, unique learning environment.

Apply Online owen.vanderbilt.edu

Discover this placeVisiting our campus is a great way to demonstrate your level of interest in our program. Get more details about these events and register for them online.

Discover WeekendNovember 11-12, 2011 or February 17-18, 2012Enjoy campus tours, faculty presentations, student/alumni panels, admissions workshops and social events.

Diversity SymposiumNovember 11, 2011Learn about student life, challenges facing underrepresented minorities in business and Vanderbilt’s commitment to diversity.

Women in Business SymposiumFebruary 17, 2012Hear students and alums describe life as a woman in the Vanderbilt MBA program and in post-MBA careers.

Weekday VisitThis personalized campus visit lets you have lunch with a student, attend a class, talk with Career Management

staff and have an optional interview (Monday-Thursday when classes are in session).

Welcome WeekendApril 13-14, 2012By invitation, admitted applicants enjoy a welcome reception and meetings with students, faculty, Admissions and Career Management team members, plus a tour of Nashville’s great nightlife.

NOTE: Some weekend events offer admissions interviews, but they must be scheduled in advance.

Plan your campus visit and meet our Admissions team.

See why our place is the right place for you.

*Learn about “Early Action” details online.**Priority consideration for Dean’s Scholar Awards.

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Admissions DeadlinesAPPLYROuND DECISION DEPOSIT

Questions?Email: [email protected]

Spouses Welcome!Owen invites spouses and significant others to attend special activities and participate in all weekend events.

Schedule Your Visit owen.vanderbilt.edu

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To students:Here is a place where you will be challenged to achieve your potential; find support as you shape your future; discover lifelong friends and mentors; and open doors to new possibilities.

To faculty and staff:Here is a place where you can engage, think, reach, teach, influence people, and transform the world around you.

To business:Here is a place where you will find the men and women who have the skills, the drive, and the determination to move your organization forward.

To alumni:Here is a place that you can call home, build business relationships, and inspire those who follow to reach even higher.

Our Promise

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Vanderbilt MBA

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Julie Vavrichek Vanderbilt MBA 2011Undergraduate: College of WoosterOwen Activities: Leadership Development Program (Team Coach)

Path Finder. Wealth Manager. World Shaper.After several years with an executive recruiting firm in New York City, Julie Vavrichek realized she wanted to pursue a different path. It was an ideal time, she reasoned, to earn an MBA. She chose Vanderbilt in part for its strength in Human and Organizational Performance, which related to her previous experience, and in part because she wasn’t sure what she wanted to pursue next. “Owen had such a strong academic program across disciplines,” she says, “that regardless of what area I focused on, I would get an excellent education…”

Documents

Vanderbilt MBA Viewbook 2011