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The University of Texas at El Paso’s Woody L. Hunt College of Business has launched a new online MBA program that caters to the evolving needs of working professionals.
This 16-month program combines high-quality education with the convenience of online delivery and aims to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge required to excel in modern business environments.
With an online learning platform, students will have access to interactive course materials, virtual classrooms, multimedia resources, and real-time collaboration tools. The program is taught by distinguished faculty and offers professional development and networking opportunities.
Fresno State’s College Assistance Migrant Program recently announced ten summer programs for first-year students from migrant families in July.
Over 600 students from five counties will enhance their skills, acquire knowledge, and become familiar with the university environment.
The program provides access to academic, personal, and professional resources and works with campus staff, faculty, and the community to improve educational opportunities for students.
In addition, six students were selected for internships with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute and Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute in Washington D.C.
Students from the College Assistance Migrant Program participating in coveted internships are gaining hands-on experience and working with professionals in their fields.
Ximena Hidalgo, outreach and recruitment adviser for the program, hopes that students develop crucial skills, gain confidence, and build a strong network of peers and mentors to thrive academically, personally, and professionally throughout their college journey and beyond.
The Woody L. Hunt College of Business at UTEP has launched a new, online MBA designed to meet the evolving needs of working professionals worldwide. It combines the academic rigor of our on-campus programs with the flexibility of online learning. More: https://t.co/sT0fcoO9w0 pic.twitter.com/fCjFOinQ6l
— UTEP (@UTEP) June 6, 2023
.@FresnoStateCAMP will host 10 summer programs through July, providing access to academic, personal and professional resources for incoming first-year students from migrant families. 🐾
Learn more: https://t.co/ylMj1t2wV0 pic.twitter.com/lZNp3fHbQE
— Fresno State (@Fresno_State) June 29, 2023
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