Walton MBA - Finance Career Track

Undergraduate: Microbiology, University of Arkansas
Hometown: Jonesboro, Arkansas

Why did Josh want a Walton MBA?  Two words, “tremendous value.”  Walton College has “top notch faculty with many different experiences, both in academia and in the real world,” says Josh, a member of the Class of 2009.  “There is also a great support system built around the school,” Josh continues, “the school is constantly creating environments where students and local business professionals can interact.”

Josh, who wanted to work for a multi-national CPG company and did not have an undergraduate business major, “knew that an MBA would open a lot of doors, and the Walton MBA program specifically allowed [him] to be exposed to many different business disciplines in a challenging setting.”  Josh’s graduate assistantship is with Tyson Foods, Inc., where he works with their strategy team and he also spent his summer interning with Tyson Foods.  After graduation, Josh plans on working for a major multi-national food supplier, on their Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., support team.

But what does Josh think of his time at Walton College?  “The support system around the program has been great.  Faculty, administration, and fellow students are all willing to help in order to ensure success,” says Josh.  “The Walton MBA program provides more than just the necessary courses for you to get a job.  It also provides many different skills that will help you throughout your career.”  Even with the demands of the Walton MBA, Josh feels that “because of the unique support system [of the Walton MBA program], I was able to find a nice balance between family, coursework, and internship responsibilities.”

With regards to Fayetteville, Josh feels that “Northwest Arkansas is a bit of a hidden gem.  The area is constantly expanding and improving while maintaining a small town feel.”