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Executive Education Tops Bloomberg Rankings
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In the Bloomberg Businessweek 2013 biannual rankings, Babson Executive and Enterprise Education (BEEE) is ranked No. 11 in the world and No. 5 in the U.S. for its Custom Programs. BEEE also went from unranked in 2011 to No. 17 in the world and No. 11 in the U.S. for its Open Enrollment Programs.
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Babson Ranked Among Top Part-time MBA Programs
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Bloomberg Businessweek recognized Babson as the No. 5 part-time MBA program in the Northeast, ahead of Boston University at No. 6. Nationally, Babson is ranked No. 34. Within this ranking, recent graduates also gave Babson a grade of A+ for teaching quality and a grade of A+ for curriculum.
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Forbes features 18 China Startup Business Ideas from Students
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Eighteen current MBA students were recently in Shanghai, meeting foreign and local companies and learning about their business landscape. Each student was asked to share his or her best idea for a startup company that would succeed in China.
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Alum Make Boston Globe Magazine's Top Women-Led Business List
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The Globe Magazine and The Commonwealth Institute partnered to create a list of female-run, for-profit companies with the biggest revenue in 2012. Four Babson alumni were named, and two received honorable mentions.
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Highlights from Babson Food Days 2013
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Weissman Scholars Visit the Babson Boulders
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Recently, the Weissman Scholars, including Brian Hickey '16, visited the Babson Boulders located in Gloucester, MA.
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Lend Your Support to the Philippines
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Our alumni and friends in the Philippines continue to be in our thoughts. We have contacted and heard back from many and, to date, all are safe. However, the landscape of their country is forever altered. It will take time and lots of help for those affected to return to their new normal. If you want to help, please consider donating to one of the following organizations that are recommended by our alumni on the ground.
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Ruthie Davis M'93 Named Among 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs
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Goldman Sachs recognized Ruthie Davis M'93 as one of the 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of 2013 at its Builders + Innovators Summit in Marana, Arizona, from October 28 through 30, 2013. A leading independent designer and the only luxury female American shoe designer label in the industry, Ruthie Davis currently has more than 100 accounts and is carried in more than 35 countries worldwide.
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LinkedIn Ranked Babson Top School for Entrepreneurship Beating Stanford, Harvard, MIT, And Yale
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LinkedIn's Skill Endorsements, a tool LinkedIn members use to recognize their connections skills and expertise, has rated Babson College the top school for entrepreneurship.
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Babson at Frozen Fenway: January 9
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 Tickets for the January 9 Frozen Fenway men's ice hockey game between Babson and Norwich are now on sale. Be sure to attend the pre-game reception at Jerry Remy's Sports Bar and Grill!
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Defining Entrepreneurship in South America
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Sanjay Zimmermann '15 asked, "In a few words, what is your own personal definition of Entrepreneurship?" at the end of each of his interviews with 29 entrepreneurs across Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. This is the second part of a greater documentary featuring entrepreneurs around the world.
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Featured Alumni Businesses:
Boston Winter Stroll
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On December 18, join the Babson alumni and friends community as we participate in the first Winter Stroll supporting alumni businesses throughout the city of Boston. No matter where you live, work, or play, stop in and visit a store near you. Get in your last-minute shopping, while taking part in a special evening filled with fun, refreshments, and special offers.
Cambridge:
Tis Tik - Perla Brita Cuevas '05
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We are proud to announce the official relaunch of the B-Club, originally founded by Athletics Hall of Famer Bob Hartwell. The B-Club is designed to recognize and celebrate our community of donors who are committed to ensuring that today's Babson student-athletes-whether participating at the varsity, club, or intramural level-have all of the tools they need to succeed.
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Take Advantage of Alumni Scholarships
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Graduate Admissions is once again pleased to offer an alumni scholarship in the amount of $15,000 to those enrolling in the One-Year MBA program for 2014-2015 academic year.
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Hanging in the Balance with Sophia Chang
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During the early years of her career, fashion and music industry veteran Sophia Chang emphasized maintaining balance between going with her gut and being guided by her head. "I come from an academic family and tend to overthink and overanalyze," she said. "In terms of my career, I wish I'd trusted my instincts more and been more fearless ... it's critical to listen to instinct, and it's often right."
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What You Missed: Rocket Pitch 2013
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Rocket Pitch's unique, fast-paced format generated plenty of excitement on the Babson campus on October 31. Thank you to the 10 alumni who participated in this annual event hosted by the Arthur M. Blank Center for Entrepreneurship. Alumni and students pitched their ideas to an audience of more than 500 investors, service providers, entrepreneurs, faculty, and students.
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Sign up for Escape to Alcatraz
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Ready to be entrepreneurial by land and by sea? Apply now to be a participant in the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon or Corporate Challenge relay race on Sunday, June 1, 2014. Race fee is sponsored by Babson.
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Featured Resource: Networking Opportunities
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The Babson Alumni and Friends Network has many networking opportunities for you to take advantage of whether you are job seeking, looking for professional development or in need of business advice.
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Mercedes G. Owolabi '12 has joined Goldman Sachs. Read more »
Do you have a new job? A Promotion? Had a baby? Did you get married? Start a business? Post a class note and let us know (photos accepted)! Submit a Class Note »
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