Time flies when you’re busy. Much like the first two mods, there is the obligatory learning, aka class, that we have to attend to. But on top of that, everyone who isn’t trying to start their own business is out kicking over every rock to find an internship. I’m not sure which activity is more difficult, time consuming, and frustrating.
I’m taking the following classes this mod:
Strategy: A core class for MBA students, strategy is supposed to teach us how Porter’s Five Forces, SWOT analysis, VRIN, PEST, and a bunch of other strategic frameworks are supposed to help us create and sustain value for the customer.
Managerial Accounting: I never understood what the hell indirect/direct, overhead, and all that magical accounting hocus pocus was when I was filling out my time card @ NOC. I don’t understand it any better now, but at least I know now that there was an MBA behind all that nonsense. At least Professor Willis is fabulous and makes the class interesting.
Survey Design and Analysis: A required class for marketers, survey design is a pretty straight forward, mind numbing, and supposedly useful class. Professor Dotson is a quant geek and I’m looking forward to the lecture on Bayesian networks and ANOVA. Seriously.
New Product Design and Development: I’ve been looking forward to taking this class even before coming to Owen because of my previous experience in R&D. This year, we are developing an accessory for the iPad. So far, the class has been more design oriented so hopefully we get into the business numbers side of things. Professor Owen, who used to work for IDEO, is pretty awesome. Hopefully I’ll have an opportunity to take more classes with him.
Marketing Capstone: This is a project course that is usually offered to second years but I knew some people who knew some people who needed help. I suspect they didn’t want me for my knowledge in the product (Playtex bras) but more for my locality (everyone on the team is doing a mod abroad in Chile). Despite the extra work on top of the normal four courses, I’m getting a chance to get my hands dirty in some “real” marketing work. Thumbs up!
On the job front, everyday is roller coaster ride. Some days I feel pumped about the job search. On other days, I feel like I’ve been kicked in the nuts. I have one interview lined up so far, which I’m really looking forward to, but there’s nothing on deck or in the hole. It’s hard being patient and persistent.
haha @ filling up NGC timecard.