"I use everything I learned in the EMP. Some daily, some monthly, some annually. As a small business owner, my job requires me to be the decision-maker in number of job functions. The point is that the program was so well suited to a small business owner that the EMP far exceeded my hopes for what I would take away. I left the EMP very energized about my own career potential and more importantly, and I can’t stress this enough, I took with me new hopes and visions of what our young company could become.”
Matthew Soucie
Class XXIX
General Manager
CAMM Metals Inc.
“Completing the EMP enhanced my ability to become a more effective leader. Through a diversified platform consisting of lectures, guest speakers, and relevant team projects, different perspectives were exchanged encouraging new thinking. I found that the greatest learning came from my fellow classmates, senior-level individuals representing varied industries who shared real experiences bringing theory to life. I recommend the EMP program to any senior-level professional looking to remain competitive by refreshing their knowledge base and broadening their thinking, ultimately evolving as a stronger business leader. ”
Mary Kachinsky
Class XXVIII
Director, Worldwide Procurement
Pfizer, Inc.
"Completing EMP 28 was one of the best experiences I've ever had. In addition to learning new methods and ideas, I found the real power of the EMP came from the relationship I built, working closely with a small group of my peers. We were inspired by the exceptional faculty to go beyond just learning material to integrate concepts and develop unique approaches to problem solving. We completed 5 or 6 team projects during the year, and learned more about ourselves and each other through that experience than I ever would have imagined. A year later, I have a much better appreciation of what I am capable of doing and which direction my career should take. Rensselaer really exceeded my expectations, and I would highly recommend the EMP program to any mid/senior level professional looking to move their career to the next level."
James Patsalides
Class XXVIII
Director of Marketing
The Hartford
"I joined Rensselaer's EMP after having looked into many other similar programs. What I was looking for was not just a graduate degree, but an impactful experience. The alternating weekend format of the program was helpful in that it reduced the impact on my work schedule. The curriculum was relevant and the approach, a combination of case studies and other materials, helped us apply what we were learning to real-world problems via project assignments. The faculty was very knowledgeable and helpful with many of them having industry experience as well. After completing the program I am now more experienced and that is enabling me to approach problems at work differently. I would highly recommend this program to anybody looking for a broader exposure to general management concepts and/or looking to advance their career to the next level."
Ramachandran C. Sekaran
Class XXVIII
Director, Software Engineering
Iron Mountain (Boston MA)
"Completing the EMP significantly increased my body of knowledge. The program and the faculty were forward-thinking, progressive, and innovative. I learned to challenge the ordinary through a balance of quantitative and qualitative methods. The EMP taught me ‘how to think’ and this enabled me to become a better decision-maker. I was definitely a different person and a stronger business leader coming out of the program than I was when I started."
Christopher J. Galligan
Class XXIII
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Central Connecticut State University
"Success today is often associated with being a solutions provider. The EMP, with its diverse curriculum, cultivates the development and application of critical thinking skills essential for finding solutions. Providing a team environment encourages the sharing of experiences and knowledge between professionals, making the experience both unique and rewarding."
Bettyann Lemire
Class XXII
Manager, Contracts and Business Management
Engineering Control Systems Hamilton Sundstrand
"My EMP experience centered on learning how to better focus on the business implications of my day-to-day technical decisions. My business focus as a technical specialist was broadened considerably by not only the wide scope of the course material but also the ongoing exchange of ideas and perspectives with my team members as well as my classmates. There is a lot in this program to make you a more well-rounded performer regardless of your profession or discipline."
Jeff Lancaster
Class XIX
Fellow - Pratt & Whitney Engineering
"The EMP is more then 'just getting a degree.' It is an intense, challenging program that teaches global business principles while motivating the students to be innovative and to work as a team. The global concept was enhanced by a trip to Munich, Germany where we worked with students at a local university and visited several factories. The team building experience was great. I am still amazed how effective other members of my team were at building and managing a team to handle the intense requirements of the programs. It is just one example of how I learned from and utilized the experience of peers to enhance the learning experience."
Todd Rich
Class XXIII
Slot Data System Coordinator, Slot Operations
Foxwoods Resort Casino
"The EMP education experience is distinctive because it fosters an environment for strategic thinking, constructive dialogue, and the sharing of information among team members. The curriculum educates and challenges the students to find business solutions…exactly what's required in today's top companies."
Sheila Morton
Class XXII
Director of Operations, Employee Relations
Hartford Financial Services, The Hartford