Military background: Active duty Navy, 9 years. Undergrad was B.S. in English from the US Naval Academy in 2009
The ODU location was perfect for me and convenient! I was also able to utilize the hybrid program, where I could take classes on campus or online which is exactly what I wanted...
It also allowed me to participate in more on campus events than a traditional distance learning student. AACSB accreditation was also an important factor.
My education at ODU has certainly helped with my management and analytical skills at work as a Naval Officer. I had some of the most knowledgeable professors, such as Dr. Ryan Klinger, Dr. Anil Nair, and Dr. Kiran Karande. Furthermore, having an MBA from a respected university is an enormous addition to my military record. I may stay in the military until retirement. However, if I do not, I certainly have the skill set to find private sector employment locally, perhaps in HR, Accounting, or Operations Management.
Strome exposed me to some of the most amazing opportunities, one being attending the Executive Advisory Council and having the opportunity to meet and learn from successful executives of global firms that have their headquarters locally.