2021 News Archive

Chemist diversifies his professional skills with completion of MBA

Moore School alumnus Jack Johnson III ('20 MBA) enrolled in the Professional MBA program so that he could better understand the business side of his role as a technical specialist at BASF, a large and diverse chemical company that serves virtually all end markets globally.

Alumna combines education degree with MHR to become strategic HR business partner with international oil and gas company

Moore School Master of Human Resources alumna Shannon Wolcott McGuire ('14 MHR) decided to use the teaching skills that she gained during her undergraduate degree to pursue a career in the human resources field with a multinational company.

Retired Moore School professors continue 'fellowship and collegiality' with coffee group, check ins during pandemic

Every Monday and Wednesday before the COVID-19 pandemic, as many as a dozen retired Moore School professors gathered in the Darla Moore School of Business.

MBA alumna capitalizes on business skills to create change in her community

Moore School alumna Cindye Richburg Cotton ('14 MBA) is utilizing the skills she gained from the Professional MBA program to make an impact in the Midlands community through the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC), a non-profit organization.

Alumna, former middle school teacher translates teaching skills to human resources career

Alumna Krista Wessinger ('16 MHR) decided to shift her career path and pursue a Master of Human Resources after teaching for three years in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Talking taxes with Moore School economics expert

Economics associate professor Jason DeBacker explains tax changes Americans may experience this year as the extended tax deadline submission date of May 17 approaches.

UofSC alumni, current students vie for seed money for their new businesses

Four teams recently competed in the Moore School's virtual The Proving Ground entrepreneurial competition and won more than $40,000 in total seed money for their innovative business concepts.

Professional MBA program student promoted to innovation lead for multinational company just ahead of graduation

Professional MBA student Nathalie Baulain looks forward to taking the skills and knowledge she has gained from the Moore School and implementing them in her career path after she graduates this week.

Marketing lecturer wins international case writing competition

Moore School marketing lecturer Doug Quackenbos was recently announced as the winner of the European Foundation for Management Development international case writing competition in the Bringing Technology to Market category for "SAM 100: Will Construction Robotics Disrupt the US Bricklaying Industry?"

UofSC one of three hosts for business analytics Master Modeler Competition

The Center for Applied Business Analytics at the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business hosted its inaugural Master Modeler Competition in March.

Alumna demonstrates Moore School skills with global technology company

Alumna Meghan Peterson ('19 marketing and operations and supply chain) credits the Moore School with providing her the skills and opportunities that allowed her to launch her career with Intel Corporation.

Beloved management science professor awarded top UofSC professor of the year designation

Moore School management science professor Sanjay Ahire was awarded this week the Michael J. Mungo Distinguished Professor of the Year award by UofSC. Ahire received numerous recommendations for the award from Moore School senior leadership, students, alumni and industry partners.

Four Moore School faculty among top 1 percent of worldwide researchers

Moore School faculty members Paul Bliese, Tatiana Kostova, Robert Ployhart and Patrick Wright are included in the top 1 percent of all management professors worldwide in terms of their scholarly impact, according to a comprehensive database of 100,000 top scientists.

UofSC's Center for Applied Business Analytics to host forum for business analytics professionals May 14

The Center for Applied Business Analytics at the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business will hold a virtual event May 14 to bring together leading practitioners and academics in the business analytics field for the Applied Analytics Forum 2021: Return to Data.

NPR France correspondent says 'whole new world opened up' with UofSC MIBS degree

Moore School alumna Eleanor Beardsley ('91 MIBS) called Columbia, South Carolina, home growing up and during her time in the Master of International Business program. After traveling and living abroad in Europe, Beardsley realized her passion for foreign affairs and now works as an NPR correspondent in Paris, France.

Finance professor examines major data set to determine the pros and cons of a public/private merger

Moore School finance professor Donghang "DH" Zhang recently published research surrounding special-purpose acquisition (SPAC) company mergers and the advantages and disadvantages for a private company to undertake such a merger.

Management, MHR professor appointed incoming chair of UofSC Faculty Senate

Moore School professor Audrey Korsgaard was recently named the incoming chair of the UofSC Faculty Senate.

Moore School ambassador profile: Lily Averkamp

Sophomore Moore School ambassador Lily Averkamp is a marketing and management student from Kieler, Wisconsin.

Financial advisor gains leadership and management skills with Professional MBA program

Moore School Professional MBA student Dipali Patel looks forward to strengthening the skills she has gained from the PMBA program to assist her clients in making smart and informed financial decisions after she graduates in May 2021.

Senior finance, real estate student named Southeastern Regional Collegian of the Year

Moore School finance and real estate student Antoine Kahaleh was recently recognized as the 2021 Southeastern Regional Collegian of the Year.

Economics professor teaches students the impact of U.S.'s relief or stimulus packages

Moore School economics associate professor William Hauk focuses his research on international political economy issues, and since the U.S. is such a powerhouse in the world economy, domestic economic policy has a major impact globally as well. The main economic issue that has impacted the world in the past year is the COVID-19 pandemic.

Professional MBA program provides skills for alumnus to acquire role of chief operating officer with growing beverage company

Moore School alumnus Chad Webb ('19 MBA) has utilized the skills and knowledge that he gained while in the Professional MBA program to advance in his career as the chief operating officer of Island Brands USA, producers of premium beer.

UofSC Folks Center board member and UPS president imparts vast knowledge of international business

UPS president of global freight forwarding Romaine Seguin has had a storied career with the multinational shipping conglomerate and wants to share what she's learned over her almost 40-year career with Moore School international business students and faculty.

Professional MBA program propels medical professionals to executive positions

Now more than ever, an MBA is a way to move forward. Whether you are seeking advancement within your company, a career change or the opportunity to launch your own business, a comprehensive MBA education is one of the best ways to get there.

Multidisciplinary research finds natural disasters have a long-lasting impact on economy, financial well-being

Natural disasters are big business. Hurricanes, tornadoes and floods can wreak millions, if not billions, of dollars of damage in one fell swoop. Four Moore School faculty are focusing their research on the economic preparation for and aftermath of natural disasters.

Young Alumni Board mentoring Rising Scholars' underrepresented students

The Young Alumni Board is giving back to the Moore School by mentoring the Rising Scholars students for their annual service project.

Pandemic cancels alumna's Peace Corps assignment, provides a new career opportunity

Moore School alumna Allison Thompson ('18 international business and finance) was stationed in Uganda as a member of the Peace Corps in 2020 until growing concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic ended her service early.

International MBA adapts to pandemic with virtual immersions with multinational executives

The COVID-19 pandemic caused innumerable disruptions for all industries, but one of the main ones impacted was travel. When the Moore School's International MBA faculty couldn't send their degree candidates to their expected immersion countries because of the pandemic, the faculty and program staff brought the immersions to the students.

Moore School International MBA program retains No. 1 ranking

The University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business announced today that its International MBA program is ranked No. 1, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report's Best Graduate Schools publication released on March 30. The International MBA program has been ranked in the top three for 32 consecutive years and No. 1 for the past eight years.

Alumnus wields MBA to elevate global career with Bank of America

For Moore School alumnus Alfredo Azpurua ('10 MBA), obtaining his MBA has provided him with the opportunity to progress in his career at Bank of America and undertake more duties and responsibilities on a global scale.

MBA provides upward trajectory for former insurance executive

Moore School alumnus Charlie Bagwell ('20 MBA) enrolled in the Professional MBA program to further develop his business skillset while also continuing to grow in his career and support his family.

International business alumna finishing international master's, begins her career with multinational corporation

Moore School alumna Taylor Bilardello ('18 global supply chain and operations management and international business) focused her undergraduate degree courses so that she can one day incorporate her love for language into her everyday life and career.

Virtual forum on post-pandemic strategy for manufacturing supply chains to be held April 15

The Folks Center for International Business at the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business is hosting a virtual forum, Post-Pandemic Strategic: How to Reconcile Resiliency and Efficiency in Your Company, Thursday, April 15, from 4-5:15 p.m.

Professional MBA program equips entrepreneurs with skills to successfully launch and run their own companies

Operations and supply chain initiative to help nonprofits make even bigger impact

The Moore School's Operations and Supply Chain Center is creating a humanitarian initiative to improve operations, business processes and supply chains at nonprofit organizations - and ultimately - make their work more impactful. Students and faculty members will partner with for-profit companies, who will sponsor semester-long and year-long projects for the nonprofit organizations.

International student, international alumnus capitalize on Master of International Business experiences

Originally from France, MIB double-degree student William Fromm is finishing his second master's degree in international management at Bocconi University in Milan this spring. Originally from Belgium, MIB alumnus Robin Hupin ('20 MIB) is currently part of the international talent program with ING, a multinational bank, in its wholesale banking division.

Accounting Ph.D. candidate researching individual philanthropic impacts within the workplace

Moore School accounting Ph.D. student Grazia Xiong has decided to focus her dissertation topic on workplace giving to understand how charitable incentives motivate employees and how to add value to their meaning of work and society.

Professional MBA program alumnus, Marine veteran advocates for military service members, veterans at UofSC

Professional MBA program alumnus Jared Evans ('12 UofSC sport and entertainment management, '17 MBA) combined his military experience with the business skills he gained from his MBA to lead veteran initiatives at the University of South Carolina.

Student awarded study abroad scholarship to enhance language skills, get acquainted with Spanish culture

Moore School student Stella Strength recently earned the Gilman Scholarship Program study abroad scholarship and looks forward to immersing herself in the Spanish culture of Cadiz, Spain, this summer while studying abroad.

Professional MBA student obtaining MBA to accelerate her financial services career

Moore School Professional MBA student Stefani Farmer decided to get her MBA so that she will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to advance to a more senior executive role in the financial services industry.

Marketing professor leads research team in examining income inequality's negative impact on grocery store selection

Moore School marketing assistant professor Rafael Becerril Arreola recently published research with his colleagues focusing on income inequality and how it impacts the number of products available for consumers in grocery stores.

NPR Paris correspondent to speak at virtual UofSC forum on COVID-19 and the European Union March 10

The Folks Center for International Business will host a virtual forum with Eleanor Beardsley, an NPR Paris correspondent, about the political aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the European Union.

New accounting associate professor glad to join "one of the best research groups in the world"

Accounting associate professor Timothy Brown joined the Moore School in 2020 and focuses his research on how individuals use accounting information to make decisions.

Marriott Hotels CEO's death signals succession challenges, according to Moore School experts

Center for Executive Succession executive director Patrick Wright and research director Donald "DJ" Schepker analyze the CEO succession possibilities for Marriott Hotels after their CEO died this week.

Management professor uses Center for Teaching Excellence grant to teach her students consulting practices

Moore School management Clinical Associate Professor Wanda Chaves was awarded a Center for Teaching Excellence teaching grant last year to support her lessons to students stemming from her vast consulting experience.

International MBA alumni influencing sustainability, philanthropic practices with multinational companies

Two Moore School International MBA alumni, Renee Paris ('14 IMBA) and Mihai Scrobotovici ('19 IMBA), have applied the skills and knowledge they gained from the IMBA program to implement higher corporate social responsibility standards with their respective organizations.

Ph.D. student seeks to tie in COVID-19 auditing impacts to dissertation

Current Moore School Ph.D. candidate Kristen Steury decided to pursue her doctorate in accounting so she could combine both her passion for mathematics and teaching.

Assistant professor applies his own real-world experience and research to IMBA Global Strategic Management course

Moore School management assistant professor Jeff Savage brings his own experiences and research findings surrounding innovation strategy, technology-to-market commercialization and entrepreneurship to his lessons for his International MBA Global Strategic Management course.

MHR program skills lead to strategic HR leadership position with Johnson & Johnson pharmaceutical division

Moore School Master of Human Resources alumnus Jason Koshy ('14 MHR) said the MHR program helped him understand and influence data "to drive tangible decision-making," which has served him well in his roles at two large companies.

Alumna completing her MBA, earns two promotions with technology company in less than a year

Moore School Professional MBA program student Tiffany Crumpton ('02 marketing and human resources management) chose to get her MBA because she wanted to enhance her leadership skills and allow for more opportunities for advancement. While working on her degree, she has been promoted twice since May 2020.

Alumna attributes career advancement to Master of Human Resources skills

For Moore School alumna Karyne McCray ('15 MHR), the decision to further her education in human resources at the Moore School was easy because of the exceptional reputation and overall strength of the Master of Human Resources program.

International MBA student creates study abroad experience during pandemic, will join Microsoft after graduation

Moore School International MBA candidate Robert Campos ('21 IMBA) is a first-generation college student who was inspired to pursue his IMBA after growing up in an entrepreneurial family.

Master of International Business students present useful insights, recommend efficiencies for UPS

Twenty Moore School Master of International Business students were able to gain real-world consulting experience last semester when they created a business strategy for UPS, one of the largest global package delivery and supply chain management companies in the world.

Accountant shifts career path to concentrate on human resources

Master of Human Resources student Tori Lucyk ('21 MHR) decided to further her knowledge of the human resources field after working in accounting for more than five years.

Business Communication courses explore the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on colleges

Moore School undergraduate students in Brad Stratton's fall 2020 Business Communication courses chose for their semester project to focus on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on higher education institutions and students.

MHR and undergraduate alumna excels in Honeywell human resources

Moore School alumna Kendall Smith ('16 human resource management and supply chain, '17 MHR) drives influential results as a senior human resources generalist at Honeywell, a Fortune 100 company that invents and manufactures technologies to address tough challenges linked to global macro-trends.

Accounting student wins first place in national writing competition

Moore School accounting and economics sophomore John Boyar recently won first place in the Association for Business Communication's national writing competition.

MBA alumna rounds out business skills to advance to chief operating officer

Moore School alumna Karen Canup ('20 MBA) decided to obtain her MBA to expand her business knowledge and take on more responsibilities in her position as chief financial officer for a South Carolina college.

Moore School experts say Amazon's succession planning ensures new CEO prepared to lead

With Amazon officially naming Andy Jassy its new CEO, the multinational e-commerce company demonstrates a clear succession plan as now former CEO and founder Jeff Bezos transitions to executive chairman of the Amazon Board of Directors.

Moore School's accreditation renewed by prestigious national organization

The Darla Moore School of Business received last week confirmation of accreditation renewal by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Moore School expert explains the GameStop market shock

This week, some web sleuths on user-contributed website Reddit managed to upend the stock market by driving the price of video game store GameStop's stock to unprecedented levels.

The Proving Ground winners represent UofSC at SEC Student Pitch Competition, UofSC to host in 2021

UofSC will host in October 2021 the SEC Student Pitch Competition, which is an entrepreneurial challenge for SEC universities' students. UofSC students Jonah Rotholz and Nick Jeffcoat competed against 14 other collegiate teams, some of which included PhD students, in the 2020 SEC Student Pitch Competition hosted virtually by the University of Georgia in the fall.

Client services manager completing MBA to boost her resume, create promotion opportunities

Moore School Professional MBA student Sandra McNeal looks forward to seeing how her degree will assist her in advancing in her career at Nuveen, one of the world's largest asset managers, after graduation in December 2021.

Master of Accountancy alumna advances to staff accountant role

Moore School alumna Coker Hall ('19 MACC) has used the skills and knowledge that she gained from the Master of Accountancy program to attain a new role as staff accountant at Smith Sapp CPAs in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Developing valuable insight through data

The Darla Moore School of Business has launched a new Master of Science in Business Analytics, a flexible, one-year program that will train students to apply statistics and data visualizations to real-world business problems and teach them how to translate data into actionable insights for companies and organizations.

Moore School announces standardized test exception for fall 2021 Professional MBA applicants

In response to the challenges many continue to experience due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the UofSC Professional MBA program has modified its standardized test requirement for the Fall 2021 application cycle.

MBA alumnus shares tips for owning a successful franchise with aspiring entrepreneurs

Moore School alumnus Kimico Myers ('05 MBA) has utilized the skills and knowledge that he gained from the Professional MBA program to start his own franchise of a successful national IT company and mentor other entrepreneurs in the Columbia, South Carolina, area.

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