Master of Management Studies: Foundations of Business
Undergraduate Majors
Liberal Arts (33%)
Business/Accounting (24%)
Engineering/Natural Sciences (18%)
Economics (17%)
Other (8%)
Jon Penn Junejo
“The collaborative nature of the student body has changed how I approach leadership. As a V.P. in the MMS Association Cabinet, I often draw directly from the students whom I lead. Hearing about their experiences I then discern whether conducting an initiative will fulfill demand.”
MMS: Foundations of Business
Class of 2017
Industry:
Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals
Prior Education:
University of Utah
Economics, 2016
Economics, 2016
Hometown:
Salt Lake City, Utah
Nationality:
USA
Why I Chose Fuqua
Fuqua’s emphasis on teamwork was the major reason I chose to further my studies here at Duke. The ability to collaborate with peers to achieve success is an attribute I believe corporations tremendously value. The way learning is structured here, working with teammates on a Finance or Strategy assignment is teaching me practical skills. In the real world, companies are often team-based and want employees who can communicate and work together. By combining my ideas and insights with my teammates’ approaches to solving problems, we can come up with novel techniques to deal with real issues affecting companies.
During Fuqua
On the MMSA I led the effort to create a weekly newsletter which provides information about upcoming team-building activities, service initiatives, and career workshops. I’m also a Marketing Fellow; a member of DEMAN; the Media, Entertainment and Sports Club; and the Food and Beverage Club.
After Fuqua
My prior exposure to the healthcare startup field definitely played a factor in my decision to attend the MMS program. After graduation, I will be working as a Strategy Analyst in the Revenue Operations Division of Davita.
5 Best Places to Study
- MMS Team Rooms: These rooms are equipped with writeable whiteboard walls, as well as a large screen that can be connected to a computer
- Ford Library: There’s always room to study in the library. The ambient atmosphere and large number of power outlets makes working here productive
- Heights conference rooms: Occasionally, my team completes team assignments at the Heights Clubhouse, which houses multiple conference rooms
- Triangle Coffee House: It has a cozy atmosphere and is generally quiet; they also have great coffee drinks, which makes it easy to stay caffeinated during projects!
- Belmont study room: Located at the Belmont apartments, the study room has free Wi-Fi and lots of couches!
Typical Class Demographics
MMS: Foundations of Business
Average Age
23
Average Work Experience
6 months or less
Countries Represented
27
Non-US Citizenship
43%
Women
49%
Student Network
MMS: Foundations of Business
Mitchell Sayasene
Class of 2017
MMS: Foundations of Business
Sandra Yang
Class of 2017
MMS: Foundations of Business
Lindsey Walker
Class of 2018
MMS: Foundations of Business