University of California—Los Angeles - UCLA Anderson School of Management

Beyond an “amazing location,” in Los Angeles, the UCLA Anderson School of Management fosters a “very collaborative culture” and offers “ties to every industry.” To begin with, the school is “leading the way in renewable energy and transportation.” There’s also a strong “focus on entertainment, media and sports.” And many students boast that Anderson provides a “competitive advantage in the tech [world]—both in terms of curriculum and…connections.” Just as crucial, UCLA MBAs are really “encouraged to lead in things they are passionate about be it their industry, wine, intramural sports, charity, etc.” What’s more, Anderson’s “entrepreneurial approach to learning” is simply “fantastic” and the program “regularly has seminars with local entrepreneurs.” Inside the classroom, students here are greeted by “knowledgeable” and “inspiring” professors. By and large, they tend to be “very forward thinking.” And many students love that it’s quite “easy to forge relationships [with them] outside of class. Anderson MBA students also give high marks to the administration, noting they’re “quick to listen and adapt.”

UCLA Anderson School of Management students are fortunate enough to have access to an “exceptional career center.” One student explains, “Anderson’s Parker Career Management Center is the best… [It] completely prepared me for recruiting… I would not be going to my dream company after graduation if it weren’t for the amazing advisors at Parker!” Moreover, the school does a wonderful job of leveraging its LA location, which provides students with “direct access to some of the world’s largest companies” and offers numerous “opportunities for academic internships.” Of course, Anderson is a fantastic option for students looking to build a career in Hollywood. Indeed, it’s “the gold standard in this industry and has a remarkable alumni network in entertainment.” Students also report that it’s a great school “for recruiting in tech” and maintains a “strong pipeline to startups” as well. Anderson graduates can be found working in such illustrious companies as Amazon, Google, Disney, Sony, Visa, McKinsey & Company, Apple, Deloitte, CITI, Mattel, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Microsoft and Nike.

The UCLA Anderson School of Management has a “very social atmosphere”: “The campus is always bustling, and every day there are a ton of activities, speakers, and events to attend.” Students can also find “clubs for any interest,” though we’re told that “beer club” and “wine club” are among the most popular. Anderson MBA students greatly value that plenty of extracurricular activities offer the opportunity for professional growth and advancement. For example, as this MBA candidate describes, “Every Friday the Entrepreneurial Leadership group sits down with CEO’s of local businesses and learns what it takes to start your own business, and gets one on one time with some very impressive founders.” Anderson students report that the school ensures “a space for everyone, regardless of where you’re from.” As one individual explains, “Most people get along well…and there aren’t any cliques or any of the typical b-school aggression you might expect.” On the contrary, Anderson students are “collaborative, compassionate, empathetic…[and] curious.” Another student agrees, “I legitimately feel like we all want to see each other succeed.” Best of all, the program attracts students “from across the country and the world.” And, as this MBA candidate gushes, “It’s been amazing to meet such a diverse group of people.”