Reviewed by: Sharron Swain
This Alabama graduate school was ranked one of the best in the country—hear from current students
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Recently named one of the best MBA programs in the country, The University of Alabama’s Manderson Graduate School is always making waves. We spoke to a few current students, from recent grads to seasoned professionals, to get the inside scoop on what makes Manderson the top-notch program that it is.
These Alabama graduate school students took different paths to land at Manderson
Students at Manderson all have their own stories—from veterans and seasoned professionals to recent Auburn grads and T-town natives.
For example, Kylan Foster is a recent undergrad, first-generation student coming from a single parent home in Phenix City, who couldn’t be more thankful for her grad school experience.
“I knew that being from Alabama, I felt as if I needed to escape to gain more knowledge. Getting the Manderson experience is the opposite of that and is exactly what I need. It gives me the chance to learn and apply myself in places I never would have thought of.”
Kylan Foster
On the other hand, Brad Toney was born and raised in Tuscaloosa and had lots of educational and work experiences before landing at Manderson.
“The opportunity to earn the MBA from UA is naturally meaningful to me, since this school is in my hometown. This degree is made even more special because of the passion, dedication and commitment to maintaining and building a strong national and global network that we all share across the University.”
Brad Toney
Students are looking for more immersive experiences post-pandemic
An experience like no other. (Manderson Graduate School)
Since the pandemic, many students are longing for a more collaborative and in-person school experience. Group projects, hands-on work and face-to-face classes now feel like a luxury.
“The pandemic robbed a lot experience from the first two years of my undergraduate degree. When thinking about moving forward with my education, I knew I wanted that collaborative and in-person experience that I missed out on during my undergraduate degree. That’s exectly what I get here.”
Nolan Bone, MBA student
A diverse, connected community
Business school (or any postgraduate education program) is going to be tough, so having a strong community around you is important.
Manderson’s cohort-based structure means that you’ll take courses with the same group of people both years, supporting each other and developing lifelong relationships.
“My classmates are all equally dedicated to succeed. Just being around like-minded people my own age and working together has been very beneficial and super motivating.”
Ella Ahia
Manderson is winning big across the country
Whether you’re an undergrad student or a professional looking to advance your business career, you must check out this program. Take a look at how Manderson ranked in 2023:
- #26 best public universities by the U.S. News & World Report
- #50 overall MBA program in Forbes Business School MBA rankings
- #15 best value program in the South by College Consensus
Post-graduate success
These students have an edge over other business school alumni when they graduate with “The Manderson Advantage.” What exactly is that advantage?
Students graduate with:
- a valuable set of habits, skills and competencies that make them transformers of business
- a world-class reputation
- experience to help them excel in their career
Recent alumni landed jobs at:
- AT&T
- ExxonMobil
- EY
- FedEx
- Ford
- Georgia Pacific
- Lockheed Martin
- Pepsi
Learn more about the Manderson MBA program + apply today.
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