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One of the main reasons I chose the Fisher MHRM program was its focus on learning by doing. I did not want a degree that only lived in textbooks. I wanted one that challenged me to apply ideas, solve real-world problems, and learn alongside people with diverse perspectives.

MBA life is full of opportunities and you will have to take your time to plan those opportunities which align with your life. This fall, I found one such opportunity.

If you’re considering the MAcc program at Fisher College of Business, here’s a glimpse of what a typical day looks like! The MAcc is a fast-paced, nine-month program with courses in the fall and spring semesters. Fisher uses a quarter system, which means classes move quickly and expose us to a wide variety of electives throughout the year. Staying organized and managing time effectively are key to keeping up.

Ohio State’s Fisher MAcc program offers a unique structure compared to other programs when it comes to the course format. The nine-month program is composed of four quarters, consisting of courses that are seven weeks in length. The shortened class length and flexibility of the program allow you to take many different graduate-level courses including ones outside of accounting based on your career goals or interests. While this provides a unique opportunity, a lot is packed into these seven-week quarters. 

When I started my graduate journey at Fisher College of Business, I quickly realized that success in the job search wasn’t going to come from academics alone. Finance is an industry built on relationships, and the SMF with its new structure and added professional development course is one of the best environments to build them.  

Starting my MBA at Fisher College of Business is the greatest academic and professional challenge of my life. My name is Sergio León, a first-year international student from Peru, and this is my first academic experience outside of my country. A year ago, while researching opportunities to study abroad, I discovered Fisher—a place that offered exactly what I was looking for: academic excellence, strong professional connections across industries, and most importantly, a community that truly supports one another.

Before coming to business school, I had worked at an organization for almost seven years. Every time someone asked why I stayed that long—a rare trait in my generation—my answer was always the same: I enjoyed the people I worked with. For me, community (network) has always been a critical determinant of how far you can go in life.

What should I expect on day one of the Full-Time MBA program? Will I fit in with my classmates? Do I really belong here?  These questions and concerns filled my mind coming into the first day of the weeklong pre-term session.