Blog Posts

Fisher’s focus on real-world learning shines through its unique Career Academies, which emphasize hands-on, experiential education. Our MBA Class of 2026 recently engaged in a Nestlé excursion featuring mini-case presentations and executive insights, started by an Alumni Mixer in Cleveland. These immersive Career Academy experiences develop industry perspectives and foster connections, preparing us to lead with agility and confidence in our careers.

Let's find some activities outside Columbus.

Fisher MHRM students recently completed the annual PepsiCo sponsored case competition, a 24-hour competition where upcoming December 2025 grads were grouped into teams of four or five students and tasked with developing and presenting a solution to a real-world business challenge.

Being accepted into the SMF Program is just the first step of your journey. Now it's time to prepare. As emotions rise, there is much to do. Let me share some important things I learned along the way.

Crucial experiences are often those that teach us what our values are, and what we want from life. Read about how my time in Fisher and my internship with PepsiCo have taught me about what I want in my life moving forward--though it is a complete 180 from what I once expected for myself!