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August 21, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Investing in leadership: Fisher’s EMBA and Worthington Steel
Fisher’s Executive MBA (EMBA) takes a vested interest in the development of future business leaders. See how the program’s hands-on approach to analytical strategies, change management principles and global perspectives is changing the way companies like Worthington Steel do business.
July 25, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Fisher earns AACSB reaccreditation
Fisher College of Business was one of 86 institutions around the world to earn reaccreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The college's Department of Accounting and MIS also completed the process. Reaccreditation ensures greater access to high-quality business education for learners around the world and businesses seeking top talent.
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July 15, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Take five with Interim Dean Trevor Brown
Get to know Trevor Brown, Fisher’s new interim dean. Brown, who also serves as dean of The Ohio State University John Glenn College of Public Affairs, is excited to continue the college’s positive momentum in how its educating and engaging with our students, alumni, partners and friends ― all while setting up Fisher’s permanent leader for immediate and sustained success.
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June 24, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Decade as dean: A Q&A with Dean Anil Makhija
Throughout his 10 years as dean of the Max M. Fisher College of Business, Anil Makhija has led the college through exciting changes and challenging times. As he prepares to return to the college’s Department of Finance faculty this month, Dean Makhija spent some time reflecting on the countless accomplishments made possible by the hard work and dedication of so many during his decade as dean.
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May 31, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Formula Buckeyes: Under the hood
Finance student Christian Connolly has an important job on the Formula Buckeyes project team: securing resources to build the team's SAE car. Learn more about the cross-functional collaboration that earned Formula Buckeyes first place at the 2024 Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) competition, the best result ever by an Ohio State Formula SAE team since its formation 36 years ago.
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May 9, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
International case competitions blend experiential learning and global perspectives
From the Netherlands to Canada, Washington state and virtually, Fisher students showcased their global trade and international business knowledge in several global case competitions this academic year. They put their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work to create solutions to challenges ranging from sustainability to international markets, cultural integration and human resources.
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May 8, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Fisher and Ohio State communities celebrate the Class of 2024
See how Fisher and Ohio State celebrated the accomplishments and the professional potential of the Class of 2024 graduates, including more than 2,000 Business Buckeyes.
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April 24, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Jefferson recognized for an unwavering commitment to student success
For more than 20 years, Trish Jefferson has provided an unwavering commitment to excellence and principled leadership, dedication to student success and an ability to foster a collaborative and supportive environment. Those accomplishments earned Jefferson, director of undergraduate admissions and recruitment at Fisher, recognition as a recipient of the university’s Distinguished Staff Award.
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April 10, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Women’s Leadership Symposium inspires the Fisher community to drive lasting change
From allyship to finding life balance, personal branding to building financial wealth and so much more, the third annual Women’s Leadership Symposium continued to connect the Fisher community with business leaders and trailblazers for a day of inspirational learning.
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March 28, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Principled Buckeyes recognized as Pace Setters
Meet the elite group of leaders selected as 2024 Pace Setters for their passion and purpose in the classroom, throughout academia and in the community.
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March 21, 2024
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Honors Cohort Women in Business Summit connects students with power players and possibilities
What does empowerment look like? The Honors Cohort Women in Business Summit connected top executives and industry leaders with tomorrow’s business professionals for an immersive learning experience in New York City. The event, which showcased the power and reach of Fisher’s network of alumni and friends, explored professional uncertainty and unexpected career turns, navigating tough challenges, and the importance of networking, sacrifice, teamwork and gratitude.
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February 15, 2024
The Lantern
The Lantern
Honors Cohort collaborates with Charity Newsies for upcoming fashion show fundraiser
As part of the Honors Cohort Impact Challenge, a team of Fisher students is helping a longstanding Columbus charity raise awareness and funding to help children facing clothing insecurity.
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December 12, 2023
U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report
Leadership faces the ‘good kind’ of identity crisis
From strongman to collaborative, experts say what we expect of leaders has changed significantly over time. Timothy Judge, executive director of the Fisher Leadership Initiative and chair of the Department of Management and Human Resources, says the public nature of many leadership positions is driving the recent push for integrity among leaders.
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December 6, 2023
ProvenBase
ProvenBase
Top DEI leaders: Cynthia Turner
Assistant Dean and Chief Diversity Officer Cynthia Turner was among a select group recognized for their exceptional leadership, vision and commitment to driving diversity, equity and inclusion within their respective industries. These leaders have been chosen based on their impactful DEI initiatives, company's diversity statistics and proven track record as trailblazers in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) space.
December 4, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Decoding technology and business: Aiden Benyarku
What do zeroes and ones mean for the Class of 2023’s Aiden Benyarku? As a soon-to-be product manager at Microsoft, those digits are the foundation of a promising career path that began at Fisher.
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November 16, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Fisher Impact Day ties the community together
Gathering for a day of service, Fisher students, faculty and staff united in bringing lasting impact to several community organizations. Discover how the student-led Fisher Impact Day came together to help more than 1,300 central Ohio individuals stay warm this winter.
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November 7, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Susan Allen has major determination
Gaining an education, leadership skills, traveling the world and serving her country motivated Susan Allen (BSBA ’74) to join the U.S. Army. Discover how this determined Ohio State graduate ascended to the rank of major, started a second career as a lawyer and is giving back to current Buckeyes who share her interest in business and global experiences.
October 18, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Connecting logistics, sustainability and analytics
The second annual Supply Chain Sustainability Hackathon challenged Ohio State students to balance company profitability with reducing carbon emissions. Learn how they incorporated analytics and creativity in pitching ideas to help companies become more resilient, transparent and environmentally friendly.
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October 12, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Celebrating an anniversary of alumni excellence
Fisher celebrated 30 years of alumni accomplishment by recognizing six individuals for their significant impact as leaders, professionals and citizens. Meet the graduates who, by the virtue of their hard work and selflessness, exemplify the college’s legacy of excellence and were named 2023 Alumni Award recipients.
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September 21, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrates success and connections
The third annual Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrated the connections among Fisher graduates and the personal and professional achievements of seven trailblazing alumni. Meet the individuals honored for their meaningful contributions to their profession, impact in academia and legacy of excellence in their professional careers.
September 15, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Sustainably in vogue: Prateeksha Prabhakar
A passion for fashion and the environment drives Prateeksha Prabhakar’s desire to create sustainable clothing solutions. Discover how the third-year student is making her mark in the fashion industry and plans to continue to turn the runway green.
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August 31, 2023
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Fisher program helps professionals expand knowledge, career options
New topic-based Executive Education programs are providing professionals with convenient opportunities to explore today’s business topics. The relevant topics include leadership, operational excellence, financial intelligence, innovation and health care, data analytics, sustainability, artificial intelligence, Lean Six Sigma principles, and “Advancing Equity, Inclusion & Belonging in the Workplace.”
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August 2, 2023
Poets&Quants for Execs
Poets&Quants for Execs
2023 Best & Brightest Executive MBA: Stephanie E. Green
Meet Stephanie E. Green, a Fisher EMBA graduate and one of Poets&Quants' Best & Brightest Executive MBAs of 2023.
![2023 Best & Brightest Executive MBA: Oliver Convertini](https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/files.fisher.osu.edu/public/styles/newsroom_image_1x/public/PoetsQuantsExecs-Class-of-2023-B-and-B-Oliver-Convertini.jpg?VersionId=yYdwZ4qY0MXoulDh8M6flErWdbZGXth7&itok=DM98N3ns)
August 2, 2023
Poets&Quants for Execs
Poets&Quants for Execs
2023 Best & Brightest Executive MBA: Oliver Convertini
Meet Oliver Convertini, a Fisher EMBA graduate, who has been selected as a Poets&Quants Best & Brightest Executive MBA of 2023.
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July 26, 2023
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Custom programming shaping leaders at Honda
Developing a talented workforce is at the heart of successful businesses. Honda, in partnership with Executive Education at Fisher, is training the next generation of automotive leaders via the Graduate Certificate in Business Leadership. Learn more about how this customized program is driving innovation and process improvement for the automotive manufacturer.