Online teaching gives me the opportunity to practice what I preach in my marketing classes – continuously evolving my approach to meet the needs of my students. I tend to tweak my teaching methods to better motivate my students and encourage them to approach learning differently and collaborate.
Isenberg School of Management
Haemoon Oh
Department Head & Professor | Hospitality & Tourism Mgt
Enjoys watching wild life and playing golf.
Undergrad faculty
I think we have seen the rapid acceleration of idea generation, whether in products or services; many of these ideas utilize technology. It is critical that business leaders balance product and service development with ethical and environmentally sound practices.
The Vermont Country Store, Inc.
Ellen DeWeerdt
Compensation and Benefits Manager
MBA student
Online classes have the same curriculum as face-to-face classes; same textbook, same assessments, requirements and standards. Online students also get the same one-on-one attention that students get in my face-to-face classroom.
Isenberg School of Management
Shirley Shmerling
Senior Lecturer | Operations and Information Management
Movie aficionado.
MBA faculty
Online teaching for me is exciting. I get a deeper glimpse into how each of my students thinks. I try to formulate class discussions that are thought provoking and encourage students to go beyond the class reading by bringing real world links and current events into the online learning community.
Isenberg School of Management
George R. Milne
Professor | Marketing
Tai chi student and running.
Undergad faculty
Given that students and alumni rely heavily on social media for news, information, and relationships, I think the work I do makes our community feel a stronger connection to the Isenberg School and to each other.
Isenberg School of Management
Allison Furkey
New Media PR Liaison | Marketing & Communications
Dancing, traveling, horror films, indie music, and the ocean.
Undergrad MBA staff
Many people don’t understand how close and well-networked Isenberg Online students are to each other. Over the course of the program, they come to know each other very well and often initiate life-long friendships and professional relationships.
Isenberg School of Management
Linda M. L. Peters
Adjunct Professor
Mother of triplets and member of an angel-investment club.
MBA faculty
Isenberg Online courses allowed me to spend a semester interning in Boston while continuing my academics and earning credits toward graduation.
Accounting
Luke Ivaldi
BBS Student
UMass Lions Club member.
Undergrad student
There is also a camaraderie that develops between Isenberg online students. You are not only learning and working through projects together, but many of the classes also provided opportunities to discuss current business issues and events.
American Century Investments
Margaret Pierce
Vice President, Institutional Business Development;
Yoga, running and any sport activity with family and friends!
MBA student
I think I made a great choice to pursue my BBA at Isenberg. I have managed to get two internships through the school – one with a Big Four accounting firm – so I am very satisfied.
Accounting
Lucy Glazebrook
BBA Student
Plays tennis and guitar.
Undergrad student
I entered college right after high school and then life happened! Isenberg afforded me the opportunity to work, pursue my education, and still be a nurturing mother. I am truly grateful for the empowerment Isenberg has given me as a single mom.
PVTA
Barbara Rosas
Administrative Assistant to Finance & Operations
Foodie.
Undergrad student
I use the leadership, teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills that I developed as a 21-year Air Force veteran to provide the best support and guidance possible to current and potential MBA students. My goal is to ensure every student has a meaningful and fulfilling learning experience.
Isenberg School of Management
Kyle Bate, USAF (Ret)
Academic Advisor and Regional Program Development
Outdoor adventure junkie and expert traveller.
MBA staff
Successful professionals are flexible, great communicators and life-long learners. At Isenberg Online, everyone has a voice and everyone participates. My favorite part of this is that I get to see students helping other students in the discussion areas.
Isenberg School of Management
Pamela S. Trafford
Senior Lecturer | Accounting
Remodeling and gardening, and has a soft spot for woodchucks.
MBA Undergrad faculty
Through Isenberg Online, I am able to accomplish what I set out to do. I am happy to say that I am well on my way to my Bachelor’s and possibly my Master’s.
J.F. Conlon & Associates
Laurie Kline
BBA Student | Management
Jewelry designer and Freecycle website volunteer.
Undergrad student
I really enjoy people – the day-to-day interactions I have with my students is very rewarding. I also have the privilege of working with a talented and sincere team of co-workers with whom I learn (and laugh) on a daily basis.
Isenberg School of Management
Melissa Garrett-Preston
Academic Advisor | Online MBA Program
Creative cook, runner, and parent of three boys.
MBA staff
I value belonging to a strong network of dedicated professionals and made many wonderful connections while completing my MBA through Isenberg Online. I live and work in San Diego, and I made sure to come to Amherst for graduation so that I could meet my professors and classmates in person.
General Dynamics Marine Systems - National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO)
Craig Henneberry
Project Engineer
MBA student
I have a strong bond with the students I advise. Since I earned my degree from UMass as a non-traditional student working full time, I can relate to the challenges our students face. I have first-hand knowledge of what it is like to juggle work and family responsibilities while completing a degree.
Isenberg School of Management
Tania M. Fuller
Coordinator, Online Undergraduate Programs
Classic cars, the beach, and photographing both.
Undergrad staff
My online teaching has the same priority as my face-to- face teaching. I enjoy the challenge of meeting students from different backgrounds and nationalities.
Isenberg School of Management
Albert Assaf
Assistant Professor | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Swims laps and hikes mountains.
Undergrad faculty
The Isenberg MBA program gave me necessary training to boost productivity in my office and handle the administrative side of a successful healthcare practice. I can see improvements to my practice already – both clinicians and auxiliary staff are working together in a well-managed, efficient and positive environment, and as a result, the patient experience is even better.
Dr. Leslie C T Chew Inc.
Leslie Chew, DDS, FAGD
Dentist, Owner-Manager
MBA student
Teaching online is very similar to producing a television show. The key is to present the material in a way that makes it entertaining, yet conveys the key concepts.
Isenberg School of Management
Raj Gupta
Lecturer
Political junkie.
MBA Undergrad faculty
As the world economy becomes more intertwined, web-based conferencing has become vital to global business. Online education is a great platform to give students practice collaborating with people from different industries and cultural viewpoints, through the use of advanced technology.
Isenberg School of Management
John Wells
Associate Dean for Professional Programs
1. Spending time with his wife, daughter and son. 2. Golf.
MBA faculty
I’m a little like an “academic therapist.” I spend a lot of time listening to the pros and cons of students’ daily routines and classes. This has given me a deep understanding of student’s needs, worries and milestones, and has helped shape the advice I give to every generation of students.
Isenberg School of Management
Cerrianne Fisher
Program Information Specialist | MBA Program
Avid reader, hiker, and connoisseur of local wineries.
MBA staff
The program has a collaborative and flexible format in which students can decide on how and when they learn together. Whether it is through discussion boards, wikis or conference calls, students have the opportunity to interact with faculty and peers.
Isenberg School of Management
Anurag Sharma
Associate Professor | Management
MBA faculty
I love that I can help people start their MBA journey on the right foot. Everyone has a different background, certain needs and may require guidance, which I am happy to provide. Ensuring a successful start for a prospective student is my personal mission.
Isenberg School of Management
Trista Hevey
Program Information Specialist | MBA Program
Pinterest projects, baking and snowmobiling.
MBA staff
It’s convenient and easy to access the materials and get in contact with professors. I’d recommend Isenberg Online to anyone who needs to earn a few more credits during the summer or winter.
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Amy Larson
BS Student
The campus radio station, WMUA.
Undergrad student
By using an experiential and virtual ‘classroom,’ students get an inside view of an industry that is not always captured in a traditional classroom setting. The impact of students’ awareness of an industry via these invaluable learning elements can be a profoundly rewarding experience for both educator and students alike.
Isenberg School of Management
Jenafer Andren-Kazunas
Chef-Instructor and Lecturer | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Kayaker and kitchen genius.
Undergrad faculty
Coming from an Engineering background, which is more technical in nature, the MBA has complimented my skills in terms of handling projects from a practical and business perspective. It has helped me make more meaningful management decisions. I now have many more colors in my palette from which to choose in any administrative situation.
Abbott Laboratories
Reema Piparia
Scientist II
Cooking, painting and reading.
MBA student
It’s critical that students complement their classroom learning with an understanding of how to develop their personal brand, network in-person and online, articulate their unique value verbally and in written form, and prepare for interviews. It’s our job to provide multiple opportunities to practice and strengthen these skills.
Isenberg School of Management
Melissa Salva
Director of Recruiting Operations | Chase Career Center
Animal shelter volunteer and U.S. Women’s National Soccer fan.
Undergrad MBA staff
The virtual discussion platforms in these classes add to the learning experience of my students by stimulating constructive exchange of ideas, collegiality, innovation, positive thinking and responsible decision-making.
Isenberg School of Management
Ronald Karren
Associate Professor | Management
Walking along the beach at Cape Cod.
Undergrad faculty
I truly enjoy the opportunity to work with our client business partners and organizations that hire our students. I connect students with our partners in corporate and non-profit industries. The ability to build strong relationships, based on credibility and trust, is paramount.
Isenberg School of Management
Nicholas P. Wegman
Executive Director | Chase Career Center
Prolific history reader and past owner of five classic cars.
MBA Undergrad staff
Isenberg provided me with better opportunities, enhanced understanding of business environment and enlarged network of professionals I know. Since starting with the program, I have already moved up to a higher position within my company.
Aramark Corporation
Olga Angelova
Operations Manager
Reading, traveling and zumba fitness.
MBA student
My online classes provide me with a perfect environment to teach finance to my students in a user-friendly manner – interacting actively with them, understanding them, motivating them, encouraging collaborative learning, providing timely feedback, and adapting my pedagogy to suit their needs.
Isenberg School of Management
Atul Sheel
Associate Professor | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Stays centered with yoga and meditation.
Undergrad faculty
Tell me your story, tell me your passion, and let's see how we can learn, think and apply business concepts to help you achieve your goals and aspirations.
Isenberg School of Management
Rod Warnick
Associate Professor | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Loves: Skier and youth sports coach.
Undergrad faculty
I think we are living in an interesting time, when we are really exploring the role of business and capitalism in our society. My hope is that, as an institution, business education will produce leaders who can redefine the definition of profit and use business as a vehicle for promoting ethical and meaningful change in our world.
Isenberg School of Management
Thomas P. Moliterno
Assistant Professor | Management
Coaches kids’ baseball teams & dreams of riding his motorcycle.
MBA faculty
I focus on providing my students with an on-campus experience in an online format by encouraging interaction and active learning, providing prompt feedbacks, and encouraging cooperation among students.
Isenberg School of Management
Robert Nakosteen
Professor | Finance
Travel and teaching.
MBA faculty
I have found that online teaching makes you think deeply about what you are trying to do when you teach. You have to think very clearly about the goals of the course and how to maximize engagement with the students. You have to see the course from the students' perspectives rather than just focus on the material.
Isenberg School of Management
William Diamond
Associate Professor | Marketing
Playing the 5-string banjo and learning Spanish.
Undergrad faculty
Isenberg enabled me to attack challenges head on. It has given me the toolkit I need to do today’s job even better, and to prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities with greater confidence.
Lutheran Family Health Center
Yar Pye
Medical Director
MBA student
Overall, I would highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to challenge themselves, learn a lot and meet great people along the way. I would do it all over again in a minute. I had a great time and learned more than I would have ever expected.
X-Ray Professional Association
Constantine Brocoum
Staff Radiologist
MBA student
At Isenberg, students get exposed to various models of business strategy. This prepares them to enter the work world ready to contribute and compete, believing that they are as good as any student graduating from the top business schools.
Isenberg School of Management
Mzamo P. Mangaliso
Associate Professor | Management
Opera performer.
Undergrad faculty
My connection with students prepares them for their professional journey. In addition to building resumes, interview skills and business networks, I help build confidence and inspire through making connections with those who have “made it”.
Isenberg School of Management
Kimberly Figueroa
Director of Internships | Chase Career Center
Makes beautiful music playing the flute.
Undergrad staff
Lifelong learning gives you more great offers than you can take. As a recent graduate of the Isenberg Online MBA program, I was asked to consider a faculty position at the Air Force Academy’s Management Department, and I was picked for an international defense laboratory exchange program.
USAF
Jenny W. Ji
Captain, Program Manager for Air Force Technology and Scientific Research Contracts
MBA student
I have consulted to over 200 organizations in twenty countries on how to improve performance and have co-authored 5 books which have been translated into more than twenty languages. I have taught at the Isenberg School for 25 years, and have also taught in Greece, Poland, Portugal, Vietnam and China.
Isenberg School of Management
Alan Robinson
Associate Dean Full-Time MBA Program
Travel, instrument-rated pilot, master scuba diver
MBA faculty
Online instruction allows a student from any place in the world to select a course and choose the learning environment, and gives the independent learner the ability to manage their studies and their personal lives.
Isenberg School of Management
William J. Foley
Lecturer | Hospitality and Tourism Management
Spoils his dog, Preston.
Undergrad faculty
Isenberg Online allows me to have a life outside of school, with the flexibility to fit in my studies everywhere.
Town of Amherst
Jennifer LaFountain
Assistant Collector
Motorcycle enthusiast.
Undergrad student
As an Isenberg MBA alum, this really is my program, so my goal is to make sure that students and my fellow alumni can always be proud of Isenberg.
Isenberg School of Management
Katherine Piedra
Director of the Full-time MBA
Travelled to 20 countries.
MBA staff
As Dean, my goal is simple... to help build Isenberg's brand by delivering a transformative educational experience. Let us help you reinvent yourself.
Isenberg School of Management
Mark Fuller
Dean & Thomas O'Brien Endowed Professor
Movies with my daughters, hiking, golfing with friends.
MBA Undergrad faculty
I am taking Isenberg online classes to fulfill the requirements for my Engineering Management minor. Through Isenberg Online, I can take classes at my convenience.
Engineering
Mikaela Holme-Miller
BS Student
Cuts loose in Zumba.
Undergrad student
For the past 2.5 years, I have spent a great deal of time reading, reviewing, testing and interacting online with some of the brightest, most diverse group of colleagues I have ever experienced. Our classes had physicians, engineers, company presidents, accountants and members of all branches of the military. The Isenberg experience was both challenging and enriching.
Meridian Health System
Richard J. Scott
Sr. Vice President of Clinical Effectiveness/Chief Medical Officer
MBA student
I have been a part of Isenberg since we first offered online classes. Being part of that experience showed me just how valuable Online Education can be; I've worked with many students and faculty over the years and by providing them with the support they need to be successful in the online world has been very rewarding.
MBA
Nicole Carlson
Director of Operations | MBA Program
Spending time with family and learning new skills.
MBA faculty
I believe our outstanding advising services sets us apart. I ensure that students, from start to finish, have the best possible experience. For me, advising goes beyond helping students chart an academic plan -- it’s about relationship building. Many of the students I’ve worked with over the years have become friends.
Isenberg School of Management
MaryBeth Kimball
Director of Admissions and Advising for Professional Programs
Fitness buff, green thumb and amateur photographer.
MBA staff
I help Isenberg students hone their skills, navigate university systems, set goals and priorities, build relationships with recruiters and establish strong leadership skills. I get satisfaction seeing students grow into future leaders and like to help them become better citizens on campus and in the community.
Isenberg School of Management
Derek Bratton
Academic Advisor
Always game to travel and explore new cities.
Undergrad staff
Oddly, Isenberg Online can seem more personal because of my regular email exchanges with students and the quality of our discussions. I love the way my students talk to each other in my online classes, sharing experiences and congratulating each other on accomplishments.
Isenberg School of Management
Holly Lawrence
Director, Business Communication Program
Renovates old houses.
Undergrad faculty
I started the Isenberg program in my 50’s. For me it was a chance to “retool” and sharpen my business skills and provide intellectual stimulation.
T&T Marketing, Inc.
John Accorsi
Account & Product Manager
Watching my daughter play sports, working out and reading.
MBA student
Isenberg teaches accounting students that their viewpoints and analysis actually matter when businesses make decisions and form opinions.
Isenberg School of Management
Graham Gal
Associate Professor | Accounting
Cycles 180 miles a week.
Undergrad MBA faculty
Definitely look into Isenberg Online! The class I took was very efficient and I wouldn’t hesitate to take another one.
Finance
Anthony Pizza
BBA Student
Proud to be a New Yorker.
Undergrad student
Learning can’t take place in one direction; students and teachers must hold hands together, support each other, trust each other, and respect each other.
Isenberg School of Management
Miyoung Jeong
Associate Professor | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Night owl and novice golfer.
Undergrad faculty
I already had a degree in criminal justice and worked as a correctional officer for a few years when I decided I wanted to get a degree in business management to help get a promotion to an administrative job at my facility.
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office
Jamie Poremba
Sergeant
Explores New York’s wine country.
Undergrad student
In some ways, I feel like I get to know the on-line students better than the on-campus students. Through the use of frequent discussion posts, we create an environment of mutual learning and sharing where all students participate, and that is hard to replicate in the classroom setting, where some students are shy to share their thoughts and experiences for many reasons.
Isenberg School of Management
Laurie Salame
Lecturer | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Enjoys outdoor activities such as golf, kayak, bike, swim, hike.
Undergrad faculty
I work with staff and faculty to bring new academic offerings to our students, and build relationships with our constituents and partners. As an alum of Isenberg, I have first hand knowledge of the curriculum, and have seen it grow over the years. I really believe in what we are doing here.
Isenberg School of Management
Jennifer Meunier
Director of Business Development & Promotional Strategy
Refinish furniture & cook family pizza on a wood-fired oven.
MBA staff
Isenberg has given me a broader lens at how to look at problems my company faces today as well as insight as to how to better navigate what is on the horizon.
BJ’s Wholesale Club
Mark Yusikones
Assistant Vice President, Manager of Inventory Control
MBA student
It always amazes me how much Isenberg students support each other. Classmates use discussion boards to ask for help when they are stuck on a problem and there is always someone volunteering with advice or guidance, even though it doesn’t impact their grade. Everyone has an equal voice and group problem solving is encouraged.
Isenberg School of Management
Susan Boyer
Director, Technology Support and Service
Intrepid hiker through Western Massachusetts.
MBA faculty
There are many that I can think of but bringing my 12-year old daughter with me to the MBA reception and graduation ceremony was the highlight. To have her be proud of my accomplishment, along with friends and family, was priceless. It made her understand how valuable education is no matter what age, race, gender, or financial status. That was a life-changing moment for both of us.
Hawaii Pacific Health
Emily Mendez-Bryant
Associate Director of Donor Relations
Adventure seeker, avid traveler and foodie.
MBA student