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MBA Alumni & Testimonials

We proudly showcase our MBA graduates, where they are in their careers, and what support they provide to the community.

 

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Quick Facts

Employment/Career:

72% of alumni found our program to be useful to their career advancement.

73% of alumni received a salary increase within one year after completing the program.

58% of alumni earn $100,000 or more

40% of alumni earn $150,000 or more.

Program Satisfaction:

93% of alumni had their program expectations met.

99% of alumni were satisfied with the overall learning experience.

88% of alumni felt our program aligned with current, competitive business practices.

89% of alumni felt our program promoted a culture supportive of our mission and goals.


*Based on 2021 alumni survey

Send Us Your Testimonial

This is a great opportunity to highlight your background, experience in the program, and your career trajectory.

If you would like to be featured on our MBA Alumni Testimonial webpage, please answer the following questions:

  1. Full Name
  2. Pronouns (optional)
    • (She/Her, He/Him, They/Them, etc.)
  3. Picture of Yourself (optional)
    • High-Quality Headshot
  4. Degree receiving
  5. Describe your background and experience
  6. What is next for you after graduation?

Email your testimonial to MBA@CSUB.EDU.

Testimonials

Kirandeep Kaur Bassan

Class of 2023

She was born in India, known as the land of rich culture and heritage, and spent 21 years of my life. Despite her coming from a different nation with different educational values and cultural backgrounds, she was welcomed with immense love and support by CSUB. With the blessings of her mentors, who showed her the right path which leads to her dream and hard work. She was able to fulfill all her dreams and hope to continue to do so. She will utilize the knowledge she gained from the CSUB in the accounting profession.

Anthony Estrada

Class of 2022

Anthony EstradaAnthony Estrada is a 24-year-old Bakersfield native, and he is pursuing a career with the Kern County Fire Department. He is set to start the fire academy in January of 2023. Before he enrolled in the master's program, he received his B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance in May of 2021. Upon graduation, he worked as a wildland firefighter for the summer and then came back to enroll in the master's program. After graduating, he will join the KCFD!

Veronica Alejandra Ipatzi

Class of 2022

Veronica Alejandra IpatziIpatzi has a professional background in accounting. Additionally, Ipatzi has worked in diverse industries in various roles for over 17 years. She looks forward to the new opportunities that are coming with her MBA.

Rashha Rohina

Class of 2022

Rashha RohinaRohina got her undergraduate degree in Business Administration and did a one-year program of Diploma in Information Technology. She has five years of experience in Human Resources and has served as a women rights' activist throughout the duration of her career. After graduation, Rohina would like to work in Human Resources for an organization where teamwork and diversity are valued. In the future, she would like to have her own personal business.

Nancy Solis

Class of 2012

Nancy Solis VargasSolis’ Community Involvement includes CSUB Hispanic Excellence Scholarship Fund, Community Adviser board member, Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce board member, Prospanica Bakersfield Chapter, judge for CSUB’s CAMP Program. Solis-Vargas credits her father for instilling passion and work ethic, which is a part of her drive. Outside of work, Solis-Vargas finds time to volunteer and be a guest speaker at local educational events.

Ryan Knapp

Class of 2008

Ryan KnappRyan is the Director of Maintenance and Operations for Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Prior to working at KCSOS, he worked at Enterprise from 2006 – 2020 in various sales, marketing, and management positions. After Enterprise, he worked at Amazon where he helped launch the first Amazon warehouse in Bakersfield. Currently, he is a volunteer scuba diver for the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Dive Rescue Team.

"My MBA experience was great. The best part about the program was the connections I made with my fellow classmates and the relationships that I still have today."

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