SCU Leavey Blog


November 19, 2019 10:35 AM
Unlike its namesake, the Python programming language isn't scary. You'll learn the details of this powerful tool during your SCU Online MBA program, but in the meantime, here are some key terms and concepts about Python programming you should know: Python Programming for Beginners What is Pyth...
October 28, 2019 11:24 AM
Nearly two years since the COVID-19 global pandemic sent the U.S. economy plunging to record lows, employee engagement and retention strategies are more important than ever. So what can businesses and bosses do to keep their best employees around?
September 30, 2019 10:44 AM
Remote work has been commonplace in the global business environment for years now, and its prevalence only continues to rise. A study by serviced office provider IWG indicates that as many as 70 percent of global employees work remotely at least once per week, and freelance services coordinator Up...
June 24, 2019 10:50 AM
The C suite and accompanying C level positions have long been the goals of many an aspiring business person. But with many companies expanding their C level job titles, it’s hard to know which positions actually wield real power these days. While some of these new C suite roles reflect the role an...
June 12, 2019 11:01 AM
As society has evolved and consumer wants and needs have expanded, so have C suite jobs.While there is debate about whether or not these new C suite positions are necessary or simply “corporate Kindergarten playtime title-making,” as Mark Stevens, a marketing and management expert and author of Yo...
June 08, 2019 11:08 AM
So you’ve been promoted to a management role, and suddenly, you feel as though the world is moving faster than it ever has before. You’ve always been a high performer at work, but now you are facing new challenges you never previously encountered. You find yourself thrust into professional interac...
April 12, 2019 08:51 AM
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - (March 29, 2019) - The Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University recently announced the launch of a new Online Master of Science in Marketing program, which will begin offering classes in September 2019. Drawing on Leavey’s strong ties to Silicon Valley, the Online...
March 27, 2019 09:14 AM
A Closer Look at the Online Learning Experience In the last decade, online learning has made tremendous strides. The number of students taking online education courses has grown steadily since 2002, even despite a decrease in higher education enrollment overall.1 Technology has given millions th...
March 25, 2019 09:19 AM
For a person busy with work and life, the ability to study online to earn your degree can be a game-changer. By studying online, you save commuting time and it gives you the chance to learn when and where you want. Still, by knowing the best strategies for studying online, you can make sure that the...
March 08, 2019 10:56 AM
So you made it through application season and now you’re waiting to see where you got in, but for most MBA programs, there’s one more step: the MBA interview. It might be in-person, or if you’re applying for an online MBA program like the one at Santa Clara University, your interview may be cond...
June 12, 2018 11:30 AM
If you want to go further in business, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduate degree can help get you there. MBAs are required for many management positions, they're seen as beneficial when companies are considering candidates for leadership roles, and they can help increase both start...
June 05, 2018 12:23 PM
A traditional MBA typically takes about two years to complete, but several factors can affect how long it takes any individual to finish his or her degree. We’ve laid out the key factors to evaluate in order to create a plan that works for you and choose the MBA program that best meets your needs.
May 25, 2018 12:31 PM
Once you’ve made the decision to get your MBA or other graduate business degree, the next hurdle appears before you: figuring out what, if any, standardized tests you need to take. Many graduate business schools require that applicants submit scores for the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT...
May 24, 2018 12:35 PM
As long as poor course performance doesn’t become an ongoing issue, failing one class isn’t going to torpedo your ability to earn an MBA. With an attentive response and an eye on self-improvement, you can recover from such a momentary setback.
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May 03, 2018 12:43 PM
With an undergraduate degree in a non-business subject, current Santa Clara University Online MBA student Jennifer Nguyen knew she would need an MBA to accelerate her career in the corporate world of Silicon Valley. Learn more about Jennifer’s time in the program and the connections she’s made so far in our video above.
April 26, 2018 12:45 PM
In our video, you can hear about Harold Tran's decision to pursue his Online MBA and how becoming a Silicon Valley Professional is his next step on this leadership quest.
April 19, 2018 12:48 PM
Voices of the Online MBA: Gabe Limon, Current Student What led Gabe Limon to apply to Santa Clara University's Online MBA program is simple: He wanted to advance his career as a recruiter and a leader on a team of recruiters. But his ultimate decision to enroll at SCU ran deeper: He w...
February 20, 2018 11:04 AM
Grad school recommendation letters are meant to establish your proficiency as a professional and your capability to succeed both in your graduate program and in your career after graduation.
January 29, 2018 12:54 PM
The More Mentors, The Merrier Variety, as we know, is the spice of life. At times, however, professionals cling to the opinion of a sole mentor, one from their workplace or field that they believe can provide the definitive feedback they need to hear. But is a singular mentor enough to handle al...
December 11, 2017 01:05 PM
One of the first questions prospective students ask about Santa Clara University's new Online MBA is what sets it apart from the many other programs offered nationwide.
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