| Ali Boloorian |
Restoration Soil & Research, LLC, Chief Operations Officer |
Class of 2004 |
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| "During the first year of the program I noticed an increase in my productivity. I just felt like I could do more! My view and
understanding of the world expanded exponentially. In general, my perceptional potential was enhanced." |
| Adrian Benvenuto |
Deloitte & Touche, Financial Analyst |
Class of 2003 |
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"The M.S. in Applied Economics and Finance is a very challenging program. Every course is an invitation to go
deeper into some aspect of economics or finance. I found that the faculty was ready and willing to guide any genuinely
aspiring student, whether it be in terms of finance, statistical analysis, or any branch of economics. This is one of
the most valuable aspects of this program. The faculty encouraged us to work together on projects and in preparation
for exams; this was a valuable experience for the work world since one never really works alone."
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| Andrew Myrick |
CPA |
Class of 2003 |
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| "The UCSC Master's program was an excellent way for me to find what I really wanted to do in life.
The diverse curriculum, which included classes in economics, finance, econometrics, and accounting, allowed me to
specialize in those areas I found particularly interesting. I enjoyed the closeness of the group; the numerous
group projects we did ensured we were all on a first-name basis with each other. I would highly recommend this
program to anybody with an interest in any of the fields mentioned above." |
| Tevy Phork (Pathway) |
Deloitte & Touche, Assurance and Advisory Associate |
Class of 2003 |
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| "The Pathway/MS program was a very challenging yet rewarding experience. Beyond the in-depth knowledge of
finance and economics, it also gave me the opportunity to build upon intangible skills such as public speaking and group
work. The smaller size of the classes also made is easier to interact with your professors and get important advice.
I'm glad I spent the extra year in Santa Cruz; it has already provided great opportunities for my career."
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| Christine Waldman (Pathway) |
Costco Wholesale, Supervisor |
Class of 2003 |
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| "I feel that I am already utilizing many of the skills I acquired through my studies in the Pathway/MS program.
I have the ability to solve problems quickly and accurately and can easily work well with others. Also, the computer skills
I attained put me a step above many other employees. As I begin my formal job search, I feel confident that with my masters
degree, I will have many different options to choose from."
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| James Goldsberry (Pathway) |
Household International, Credit Risk Analyst |
Class of 2002 |
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| "The program prepared me to use current technology in today's business world. The hands-on computer lab
experience gave me the practice with statistical applications that I use everyday in my current career."
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| Sarah Muller (Pathway) |
Working Partnerships USA, Research Associate |
Class of 2002 |
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| "The Pathway/MS program has helped me look at economics from a more analytical perspective. My degree provided
me with a strong base in statistical applications that allows me to pursue not only a career in finance but a number of
other fields that require analytical experience."
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| Theresa Kinane (Pathway) |
A1 Auto Transport, Assistant Controller |
Class of 2001 |
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| "The program helped me apply everything I had learned throughout my undergraduate career to the real world.
I was able to expand upon my study of global economics issues and dig deeper into ideas that I was personally interested
in. The program taught me many valuable skills in statistics and analysis."
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| Jennifer Foster |
Allianz Hedge Fund Partners, Associate |
Class of 2000 |
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| "The MS program at UCSC helps bridge the gap between the theory of undergraduate studies and the application
of real-world economics and finance. The core courses provided a foundation, while the elective classes allowed me to
tailor the program to my interests in financial markets, international economics, and corporate finance. In addition to
the coursework, the opportunity to have a summer internship enabled me to explore a variety of careers, including economic
research, financial consulting, treasury management, investment banking, asset management, and corporate financial analysis.
My degree continues to be relevant and valuable today as a hedge fund research analyst on a team covering relative value
and global macro investment trading strategies."
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| Ryan E. Lowe (Pathway) |
Visa U.S.A. Inc., Sr. Research Analyst |
Class of 2000 |
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| "The M.S. in Applied Economics & Finance program at UCSC allows me to approach every business decision I make with
sound economic judgment and financial intuition. The time I spent in this program allowed me to acquire a vast majority of
immediately applicable job skills relevant across countless industries. Over the past few years, I've learned that while economic
and financial theory is understandably important, ultimately it has been the industry specific application of those theories
that has allowed me to truly appreciate the M.S. degree I obtained at UCSC."
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| Conrad Herrera (Pathway UCLA) |
Deloitte and Touche, Financial Assurance Advisor |
Class of 2000 |
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| "The professional environment is so competitive that people are constantly looking for an edge by improving on their
knowledge base and skills. Fortunately, the Pathway version of the MS program provided me with this edge in the same amount of
time it takes most people to obtain their Bachelor degree. As many undergraduates in the workforce contemplate returning to
obtain a higher degree, obtaining my Masters allows me to focus on career advancements. The Masters degree program at UCSC
with its wealth of instructors from a range of professional backgrounds provides real world experiences that have proven to
be essential in my career. In short, obtaining a Masters degree at UCSC is best summed up as "Advantage"."
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| Alexandra Resch (Pathway) |
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Research Assistant |
Class of 1998 |
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| "I didn't know it when I left UCSC, but I now see that the MS program was the ideal preparation for my work at the
Federal Reserve. I have a much stronger background in economic theory and finance than the average research assistant, so I'm
in a position to take more responsibility and learn more from my work. The experience I gained working with different
statistical packages and in using large datasets has been particularly valuable."
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| Aaron Young (Pathway) |
Global Support Desk, Barra, Inc., Manager |
Class of 1997 |
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| "I deal with applied financial software every day. The classes I took while in the Masters program in Applied Economics
and Finance gave me the solid foundation I needed to succeed in the investment management industry. I know the knowledge and skills
developed at UCSC will be an important part of my future accomplishments regardless of what I do."
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