To return to the page where this video is posted please visit: https://www.iona.edu/academics/lapenta-school-of-business/graduate-programs/iona-mba.aspx >>BINA BALDWIN MBA '19: I was looking for a change to pivot in my career and I thought an MBA would give me a leg up on the competition and give me an ability to go to the next >>RICHARD CRUZ MBA '19: As a profession, I'm an accountant and being an accountant is very black and white. The MBA allows you to get that broader thinking pattern that you need to be able to take a company to another level. >>BINA BALDWIN MBA '19: I picked Iona for my MBA because it was convenient and because I think it is a name that's recognized in this area and around the country and I think that adds to the value of the degree. >>RICHARD CRUZ MBA '19: One of the things about Iona is that, one, it was the environment. With those professors it's almost like it's you and the professor, there's no one else around. When the professor teaches it's kind of like they're teaching solely to you. >>BINA BALDWIN MBA '19: Take advantage of the professors. They come with a wealth of experience and they're always happy to help you after class. >>RICHARD CRUZ MBA '19: Whether it's a professional goal, whether it's a social goal, they will do whatever they can to help you achieve that goal. >>BINA BALDWIN MBA '19: Either the online classes, as well as classes in person, I think it was a really good combination. It was a great way for me to get to meet people and also do it in a convenient way for my life, that fits my life. >>RICHARD CRUZ MBA '19: Within a month of getting my MBA, I've already been given a couple of offers. It's helped dramatically. >>BINA BALDWIN MBA '19: When people look at my resume, or they look at my LinkedIn, having MBA next to your name gives you more credibility, it gives me more gravitas. >>RICHARD CRUZ MBA '19: I really do feel that Iona, within a matter of years, will be a global powerhouse. >>BINA BALDWIN MBA '19: They offer a lot more than just a degree. You can get a degree anywhere, but Iona offers you a lot of other resources that you can use after you leave Iona. I think that is value that you cannot purchase.