MBA: A YEAR IN REVIEW
CONSULTING WITH SHAWMUT DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION During the Fall 2024 semester, RWU MBA students were able to gain real world experience while working as consultants for Shawmut Design and Construction. Through an experiential learning initiative, students within Associate Professor Alexander Knights Management Consulting Course analyzed key challenges within the company, offering strategic recommendations on talent management, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and the incorporation of artificial intelligence within the construction industry. Collaborating with Shawmut mentors, students participated in site tours, mentor meetings, and direct conversations with company leaders. At the conclusion of the semester, students presented their findings at Shawmut’s Providence office. This hands-on approach provided MBA students with valuable insights into real business challenges and reinforced the importance of business-university relationships. By collaborating with a business, students are now prepared to address critical industry issues and further develop their leadership skills. Through such experiences, RWU continues to equip graduates with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in their careers.
GOING GREEK
The Spring semester offered MBA students the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable week-long global field consulting experience in Athens, Greece. The trip was hosted by our partners at ALBA Graduate Business School and featured a dynamic mix of academic lectures, cultural immersion, and high-impact company consulting focused on crisis management and international business strategy. Students engaged directly with executives and professionals from leading Greek and multinational firms—including OTE Group, FAMAR, MotoDynamics Group, and GE HealthCare—gaining valuable insights into how businesses navigate uncertainty and build resilience in a global context. Guided by MBA Program Director Dr. Mark Wu, and Dr. Kate Hall, the week was filled with learning, collaboration, cultural discovery, and team-building. Faculty are proud of the students for their professionalism and curiosity they brought to every conversation. We look forward to building on this momentum with future cohorts and continuing to offer meaningful global learning opportunities as part of the Roger Williams University MBA experience.
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