This episode of MasterCast Students Only, features Mays Business School’s Professional Program in Accounting (PPA) students from the Class of ’23: Kendall Kelley, Technology Track; Meredith Senterfitt, Marketing Track; Ian Wyman, Tax Track; and Jonathan Zendejas, Finance Track.

Students discuss what made them choose to continue beyond a bachelor’s degree with PPA and  why they chose their track. They also discuss their internships, plans after graduation and their favorite places to eat in Aggieland!

Professional Program In Accounting (PPA)

The Professional Program is a five-year integrated program that offers students the opportunity to simultaneously earn a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Master of Science (MS) in Accounting, Management Information Systems, Management or Marketing or a Master of Financial Management.

Julie Orzabal, Director, Mays Executive MBA Program, is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Sociology. She joined Mays Business School in 1997 to launch the Mays Executive MBA Program. She assumed the role of Director in 2004 and has since seen the Mays Executive MBA Program achieve global ranking and recognition success with a strong and dedicated alumni network.

Descriptions:

In this episode of MasterCast, Julie Orzabal, Director of the Mays Executive MBA Program, discusses the program's target audience, admissions process, and curriculum. She also talks about the Aggie Network and how it can help students achieve their career goals.

The Mays Executive MBA Program is designed for working professionals who are looking to advance their careers. Applicants must have a minimum of five years of work experience and a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. The program is offered in a hybrid format, with classes held both online and on campus. The curriculum covers a wide range of business topics, including finance, marketing, accounting, and leadership. The program has a strong alumni network, which can help students with networking and job placement.

Julie Orzabal is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in sociology. She joined Mays Business School in 1997 to launch the Mays Executive MBA program and assumed the role of director in 2004.

Jabot’ Colvin, Assistant Director of Employer Services at Mays Career Management Center,  discusses the role of the Career Management Center, the services it provides, and the benefits it offers to students. The Career Management Center is a resource for all students at Mays Business School who are looking for internships, jobs, or career advice from finding internships to networking opportunities. The center offers a variety of services and resources that can help students achieve their career goals.

Bio: 

Jabot’ Colvin joined Texas A&M University in January 2020 as the Assistant Director of Employer Services for the Mays Business School’s Career Management Center with over 8 years of hands-on experience in public management and nonprofits. Previously, he served as the executive director of The Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley. Jabot’ earned a Master of Public Administration degree from The Bush School of Government and Public Service and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Texas A&M University.