Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 50 minutes ago

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What’s it really like to be a Vanderbilt MBA student? In this video series, current students share their real experiences—from academics and community to career growth and life in Nashville. In this episode, Emily Johnson (MBA'26) talks about her journey through the Vanderbilt MBA program, what surprised her most, and how the experience has shaped her goals.

0:21 Why an MBA?
1:02 Building a support system
2:12 Women's Business Association at Owen
3:03 Advice for incoming students