Success Stories

Hear from students who have utilized Graduate Business Career Services (GBCS) to help them succeed in their job and internship search.  Make an appointment today with GBCS so we can be a part of your success story.

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Name: Sandra Milagros Yrupailla Huaman
Program: MS Marketing Analytics
Graduation Date: August 2023
Title: Marketing Data Technologist
Company: Esri

I am very grateful for the help I received from Graduate Business Career Services (GBCS). They helped me build my LinkedIn page, improve my resume and prepare for interviews. GBCS staff was very open to answering all of my question and went above and beyond to help me. All students should use this benefit provide to us!
 

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Name: Shivani Subudhi
Program: MS Marketing Analytics
Graduation Date: August 2023
New Job Title: Marketing Analyst 
Company: Rooftop Digital

I am extremely grateful for Graduate Business Career Services (GBCS). They helped me every step of the way to launch my career in the US! My appointments with GBCS would always exceed my expectations and all my career-related questions were welcomed no matter what.  GBCS goes the extra mile and takes a personalized approach for each student. Not only do they offer amazing insights, but they also do so while maintaining such a supportive environment.  Thank you GBCS! 

 
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Name: Daniela Messarina
Program: MS Marketing Analytics
Graduation Date: May 2023
New Job Title: Marketing & Communications Manager
Company: The Music Center

I had a wonderful experience working closely with Graduate Business Career Services (GBCS). They really stand by their mission in supporting students in search of career success and overall professional development. From helping me polish my resume and cover letters, meeting every month to talk through my job search and providing me with overall career guidance, GBCS truly helped me discover my strengths, long-term goals, leadership attributes and more importantly, setting me up for interview success.  Thank you, GBCS!

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Name: Moises Patel
Program: MS Information Systems
Graduation Date: May 2022
New Job Title: Business Intelligence/Data Analyst
Company: Clean Energy

GBCS helped me in every way towards landing a position in towards Data Science. It gave me the confidence to apply, negotiate salaries, and conduct appropriate and relevant research to stay ahead of any interview. The resources they shared with me are now tools that I will hold onto and use for many years to come. 

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Name: Nadina Esponosa
Program: MBA/MFA
Graduation Date: May 2024
New Job Title: Benefits & Leaves Coordinator
Company 9Dot

GBCS helped me land a job that felt out of reach. They provided personalized counseling that taught me how to effectively present my skillset and succeed in interviews while staying true to myself. I am grateful for the opportunity as the company's work and culture align with my values and offer amazing potential for growth. 

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Name: Nasos Thalassinos
Program: MS Finance
Graduation Date: August 2022
New Job Title: International Planning Analyst
Company: SKECHERS

As an international student, GBCS provided me with all the support needed to develop my job search plan. Networking, resume guidance, and LinkedIN reviews are few of the many ways that GBCS helped me approach and get the position I wanted. Now I am able to see job searching strategies from a different perspective. 

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Name: Kelsey Beisecker
Program: Online MBA
Graduation Date: May 2023
New Job Title: Associate Director, Alumni Career Engagement
Company: UCLA Alumni Affairs

GBCS was amazing! They not only helped me review my resume and tailor my cover letter, but helped me prepare for both rounds of interviews and navigate salary negotiations. We met multiple times and they were always available for questions. I can't thank GBCS enough! 

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Name: Adefemi Adeleke
Program: MS Finance
Graduation Date: August 2022
New Job Title: Financial Analyst
Company: NBCUniversal

GBCS helped me tailor my resume and LinkedIN to best fit the role I was looking for. I met with GBCS every other month to see where I was at in my job search and if we could update my resume based on what recruiters are after. As a result, within two months after my program ended, I got a job with NBCUniversal! 

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Name: Nicolas Gonzalez
Program: Online MBA
Graduation Date: December 2025
New Job Title: Sales Enablement
Company: Yamaha Music Corp

There's a lot to consider when choosing your next career move. Not only did GBCS help me refine my resume, but when I received multiple job offers, GBCS helped me weigh my options and gave great professional advice on how to approach new job opportunities. I highly recommend GBCS to anyone looking for advice, resources, or help on their next career move.  

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Name: Melissa Villaflor
Program: Accelerated MBA
Graduation Date: May 2022
New Job Title: Finacial Analyst
Company: ImmunityBio Inc.

From networking opportunities through the Alumni Database to resume reviews, GBCS provided me with ample resources to help advance my job search. I loved connecting with CSULB alumni and webinar panelists in various industries/job functions. I truly believe in the power of networking and mentorships, GBCS is definitely a one-stop shop for all your career needs, 10/10 would recommend!

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Name: Ayush Vij
Program: MS Information Systems
Graduation Date: May 2021
New Job Title: Ad Ops Analyst 
Company: InMarket 

GBCS has been a lifesaver! Being an international student brought a lot of new experiences, especially in the job search. GBCS has helped me a lot in strategizing my job search in terms of presenting my profile and different ways to network with prospective future employers. GBCS has always been available and supportive through my search and I cannot thank the GBCS team enough for their efforts.  

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Name: Luisa Raygoza
Program: MS Marketing Analytics
Graduation Date: August 2021
New Job Title: Digital Marketing Analyst
Company: Volcome

Working with GBCS was a real turning point in my job hunt. After implementing changes in my resume and cover letter I got so many call backs from amazing companies such as Disney, Warner Brothers, and Volcom just to name a few. Also, setting up a mock interview and utilizing Big Interview before job interviews helped me be more confident during the interview process. 

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Name: Ivan Flores
Program: Evening MBA
Graduation Date: May 2023
New Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst, Global Pricing Process and Insights
Company: Mattel 

GBCS is an invaluable resource! They helped me refine my strategy, pointing out small details that go a long way. Thank you for helping me align my immediate career goals with a great long term career option.  

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Name: Zaynab Fayad
Program: Accelerated MBA
Graduation Date: May 2022
New Job Title: Management Consultant 
Company: PwC

GBCS has been very helpful in providing utilities and resources to prepare for professional experiences. Participating in a mock interview was a great experience that helped me gain confidence completing interviews that lead me to accept an opportunity in my goal industry. 

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Name: Soffiani Sofian-Petersen
Program: MS Accountancy
Graduation Date: August 2021
New Job Title: Audit Associate
Company: RSMUS

I can't thank GBCS enough! I got hired into my dream job as an auditor in less than two months after graduating. The staff at GBCS were so helpful in navigating the interview and hiring process, which was really challenging for me after making a career change. 

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Name: Arthur Varin
Program: Accelerated MBA
Graduation Date: May 2021
New Job Title: Technical Product Manager
Company: Localight

I came to CSULB to get my MBA because I was not satisfied with what my professional career was shaping out to be, but then I met the staff from GBCS. First, they made me look inward to understand what I truly wanted to do in my life, then they provided me with all the tools to make that "unrealistic" dream a reality. In the last two years, I have started my own company, created a meditation app, won seed funding in a competition, and they helped me find a high paying job to fund that dream. GBCS doesn't just help you find a job or internship, they help you plant the seeds of a career that will truly make you happy. I will forever be grateful to GBCS!

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Name: Tahura Bibi
Program: Saturday MBA
Graduation Date: August 2021
New Job Title: Executive Assistant
Company: Robinhood

GBCS has been extremely helpful in my journey to finding the perfect role and company. I took full advantage of all the free resources they provided for the students such as help with my resume, cover letter, and even help with interview practices. 

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Name: Averie Anderson
Program: Accelerated MBA
Graduation Date: May 2021
New Job Title: Recruiter
Company: Actalent

GBCS not only helped me polish my resume for the Resume Book, but they also worked diligently to ensure the right people saw it. This led me to the recruiting job I am in now. I can’t thank them enough for all their hard work! 

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Name: Alfredo De La Cruz
Program: Accelerated MBA
Graduation Date: May 2020
New Job Title: Human Resouces Coordinator
Company: NBCUniversal

GBCS was definitely one of the highlights during my MBA program at CSULB. GBCS was always more than willing to help and always provided guidance and resources to help me advance in my career. Through mock interviews, resume reviews, and various networking opportunities, GBCS was definitely one of the reasons I was able to successfully start my career in HR with a strong internship through NBCUniversal, leading to an expanded professional network. GBCS also continues to be a resource well past graduation, which is always welcome and appreciated.