Diversity Initiative

"We believe increasing the diversity of our student body and faculty will not only open doors for qualified minorities but also enable us to more effectively prepare future leaders. Our goal is to more closely reflect the diverse membership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints."

Ned C. Hill, Marriott School Dean

"I was very impressed with the support I received from the faculty and my classmates. You see there is a 'no BYU MBA left behind' policy here and everyone embraces that. Now I am amazed at how far I have come. Overall, I have been extremely impressed with the program."

- Mark Nugent
MBA Class of 2006
marknugent8@msn.com

"Everyone at the Marriott School provides tremendous support to ensure that you succeed. At the Marriott School, you are not a number, people know you by name. You are able to make a positive and real difference to the program."

- Jamilla Cutliff
MBA Class of 2005
cutliff@email.byu.edu

"I canýt begin to explain how great the blessings have been for me as a result of the Extended Reach program and the opportunity to receive a Masterýs degree at BYU. Iýve had the opportunity to learn from some of the best minds in academia. Iýve learned concepts and models that will be useful to me as a business professional for years to come. Iýve met so many wonderful people that have supported me both academically and spiritually. As a result of coming here, I was able to land an internship with the best company to work for in the field that I want to work in."

- Thom Reed
MBA Class of 2004
tr35@email.byu.edu

"The Marriott School is a great place to grow as a student. The Professors in the MPA see students as a whole person beyond academics and foster an environment of support, creativity, and learning."

- Maria Pedroza
MPA Class of 2006
maria.pedroza@gmail.com

The MACC program has truly changed my life. Not only did the program open doors to a great career as an accountant, but it has also given me the privilege to work and become friends with some of the funniest and most hard working students I have ever met. The professors go beyond the call of duty to ensure their students are receiving all the help they need. With the support of friends and professors, I have succeeded in this challenging program.

- Patricia Espinoza
MACC Class of 2004
pe25@email.byu.edu

Diversity will continue to be a source of competitive advantage for organizations as the global marketplace demands innovation, creativity, and openness to new and different ideas. Understanding and championing diversity will enable Marriott School graduates to be even more successful than before.

- Thomas Chock
MBA Class of 2005
tbc9@nm.byu.edu