Business Analyst vs. Data Analyst: What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between a business analyst vs. data analyst? In some organizations, these roles are interchangeable. However, business analysts generally take a more comprehensive role, bridging the gap between data analysis and a business’s goals. On the other hand,

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Building their network in Silicon Valley

Industry Trek offers Brandeis International Business School students prime opportunity to meet alumni at Google, Adobe and ChargePoint

By Douglas Moser

There’s no shortage of Brandeis alumni working in Silicon Valley.

That’s why Ariha Jain, MSBA’24 was so excited to …

By Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
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Students flex entrepreneurial muscle at pitch competition

From FinTech in Namibia to digital solutions for Balkan clothing makers, four teams win $1,000 prizes for their early-stage ideas

By Douglas Moser

The electronic payments market in Africa is booming.

As the rise of financial technology rapidly transforms how …

By Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
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Meet the CSE | The informational interview and building networks that span decades with Marcia Katz

For this “Meet the CSE Series” blog post, CSE Career Captain, Yuxuan Zhang, MSBA’24, interviewed  Marcia Katz,  Associate Director of Career Development and Alumni Engagement.

The informational interview and building networks that span decades with Marcia Katz

As part of …

By Yuxuan Zhang
Yuxuan Zhang Former CSE Career Captain
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Israel trip inspires students to ‘build big things and improve the world’

Hassenfeld Immersion Program takes Brandeis International Business School students on insider’s tour of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Haifa

By Douglas Moser

Donika Sollova, MBA’24 isn’t afraid to dream big.

It’s why she left her home country of Kosovo to pursue …

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Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
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Networking Effectively During an Internship

A great internship is full of potential for your career. For starters, an internship can provide a direct path to full-time employment, but this isn’t necessarily a guarantee. Something you can always control is the way in which you interact …

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Make the most of your summer internship | CSE Summer Blog

Summer internships are a great way to gain experience in your field and learn new skills. Here are my top 7 tips for making the most of your summer internship experience.

Kristen Babineau, Associate Director, Career Strategies, MSBA Career Coach

By Kristen Babineau
Kristen Babineau Associate Director, Career Strategies, MSBA Career Coach
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Dealing with Meeting Fatigue in a Remote Setting

In the last few years, many companies have begun to adopt fully-remote or hybrid work paradigms, which inevitably means a whole lot of virtual meetings. This has led to increased awareness of the phenomenon known as “meeting fatigue.” Here are …

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5 Common Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Your First Job

Applying for your first job can be intimidating. Luckily, there’s a way to significantly improve your chances of getting hired: including a cover letter in your application whether it’s required or not. Doing so shows a level of professionalism that …

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The Ultimate Guide to Body Language during a Job Interview: Part II

Body language is incredibly important during a job interview. In fact, it’s perhaps even more important than your tone of voice and your choice of words. The reason for this is your inflection and vocabulary can be practiced and memorized …

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