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As our Director Dr. Lori Kendall says, “Our MBAs are Day-Zero Ready” – her vision is reflected well in the structure of our MBA program. Diving deep into an ocean of academic knowledge is customary of almost all MBA programs across the board, but what sets our journey truly apart is the immediate access to the industry.  Without any additional requirements or fee we are given the opportunity to be a part of one of the four Career and Industry Immersion Academies (CIIAs), including: 

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!

Building Bonds Through Group Projects in  the Fisher MAcc Program One of the defining features of the Fisher MAcc Program at The Ohio State University has been the prevalence of group projects. Nearly every class involves working in teams, which, while challenging at times, has proven to be one of the most rewarding aspects of the program.

Are you thinking about attending Ohio State University? If so, you’re probably excited about the academic challenges, a wide network of professionals, and limitless opportunities. But being a student can get busy, and managing it all can feel a little overwhelming. Between classes, work, personal time, and extracurriculars, you can feel like you're walking a tightrope.

When I told my boss that I will be applying for an MBA, he questioned me: “Why an MBA? What do you expect to gain out of it?”  This was my fifth year in the organization, and I was doing quite well in my role. At this point, I was working directly with the top leaders in my organization and had some great career opportunities coming ahead. The question really was about what would this degree offer beyond my career trajectory?