When people are young, their dreams often feel certain and clearly defined. They imagine careers that fit neatly within what they know at the time — teacher, doctor, engineer, astronaut, something they can picture. Yet life has a way of revealing other paths. For Tasnim Ahmad ’21, MBA ’26, that moment of realization came when she reconsidered her long-sought passion to serve in healthcare.  Read more

The road to leadership rarely comes with a clear map. For Kelly Mackey MBA ’08 Chief Financial Officer at RTD, it started with curiosity and a quiet determination to figure things out one step at a time. As a first-generation college student and a woman navigating fast-moving and often male-dominated spaces, she discovered early that growth comes from movement, whether it is through staying open-minded, asking questions, or finding confidence in the process of learning.  Read more

Even as a kid, Curtis Crawford MBA ’13 knew he wanted to shoot for the stars. He wanted to be an astronaut and even attended space camp one year. As he grew up and his head settled back below the clouds. Crawford became interested in travel agency work, seeking a way to satisfy his urge to explore. “I think what those two jobs have in common is ‘going far.’ I wanted to go far, see stuff, and do stuff.”  Read more

For the first time, four generations are working side by side — a modern-day renaissance of values, vision, and communication. From World War II to 9/11, the first moon landing to our first black president, each generation carries priorities shaped by decades of unique interactions, crises, and recoveries. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Millennials make up 36% of the U.S.  Read more

Think about your last online purchase, a recent job application, or even scrolling through your social media feed. Artificial intelligence (AI) was likely part of that interaction. It curates recommendations, sorts through resumes, and decides what content we see online. As helpful as that sounds, it also raises important questions about fairness, privacy, and ethics.  Read more

Is an MBA still worth it? This question resonates louder now than ever, especially as professionals reconsider the value of advanced business degrees in a rapidly evolving economy. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the landscape for MBAs has shifted dramatically, prompting professionals to critically reevaluate their expectations for graduate education. Today, they’re looking beyond the prestige of traditional degrees.  Read more

Higher education is often the vehicle to pursue a dream job and a brighter future. College also provides key networking and personal development opportunities rarely found elsewhere. However, rising costs can make college less accessible. The CU Denver Business School is proud to support students from diverse backgrounds, alleviating financial burdens through scholarships.  Read more