Olu Ogunnaike
“I am a much more holistic leader than I was before starting the program. The program is akin to learning new languages. I am now more conversant in various other business languages, for example, in talent management, operations, business, and marketing strategy, than l was before starting the program."
Weekend Executive MBA
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Prior Education:
Florida State University
BSc Management Information Systems, 2007
Reflections
The relationships and memories you build with members of the Fuqua network are long-lasting. As an example, when the child of a colleague at work was diagnosed with a debilitating neurological ailment, I was able to connect the family with a friend from the Fuqua network that I had met during our residencies, a pediatric neurologist. She reviewed their case and immediately referred the family to one of the few specialists in the country with knowledge of the ailment. This referral helped the family get the needed attention and medical help, and my colleague’s child is now much better and on a path to full recovery thanks to the power of the Fuqua network.
Before Fuqua
I currently serve as a partner in our consulting practice, helping clients de-risk transformation programs and initiatives. I focus on internal controls, regulatory compliance, and other emerging risk topics.
After Fuqua
I still plan to continue to lead our consulting practice but with broader responsibilities around our risk solutions go-to-market strategy.
Five Tips for Working in Teams
- It's less about the grade and more about the collective experience.
- Everyone is a superstar—check the ego at the door.
- Speak up! Your insights are valued and appreciated.
- It is ok to disagree—allows you to grow stronger bonds.
- Always be respectful of others.
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Global Executive MBA
Top Areas of Career Focus
Financial Services (20%)
Consulting (5%)
Sales/Business Development (5%)
Energy/Chemical/Gas (9%)
Marketing/PR/Advertising (6%)
Consumer Goods (3%)
Average Age
Average Work Experience
Countries Represented
Women
Non-US Citizenship
Master of Management Studies: Duke Kunshan University
Undergraduate Majors
Business/Accounting (51%)
Economics (22%)
Liberal Arts (14%)
Engineering/Natural Sciences (10%)
Other (4%)
Average Age
Average Work Experience
Countries Represented
Women
Non-US Citizenship
Master of Management Studies: Foundations of Business
Undergraduate Majors
Liberal Arts (33%)
Business/Accounting (24%)
Engineering/Natural Sciences (18%)
Economics (17%)
Other (8%)
Average Age
Average Work Experience
Countries Represented
Women
Non-US Citizenship
Weekend Executive MBA
Top Areas of Career Focus
IT (16%)
Financial Services (14%)
Health Care/Health Services (10%)
Manufacturing/Operations (9%)
Sales/Business Development (8%)
Consulting (8%)