Morvarid "Mori" Taheripour, WG'03
“The contacts I have made and the experience that I have gained has only further reinforced that Wharton will continue to open doors for me that I never thought possible. So when asked, 'What is the most valuable aspect of the Wharton program?' I'd have to say undoubtedly: relationships, relationships, relationships!”
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William Meyers, WG'03
“My career has benefited from my associations with fellow Wharton students as well. While in the classroom we were competitive, in real life we were the best of friends. Since graduation, my best career advice has come from my classmates. The people at Wharton rub off on you in all kinds of good ways — you receive knowledge through every pore of your body.”
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You are part of a broad and deep pool of talent the moment you join the Wharton community. This rich network of friendships and connections begins in the classroom and continues throughout your career.
The living-learning environment of Wharton's residential program fosters a high degree of collaboration, not just on class assignments but also in the world of work. You have a circle of contacts and colleagues who will expand your professional perspectives, whether it's advice on the financial implications of a marketing plan you're putting together or insight on trends in an industry you're not familiar with.
With an average of 8-10 years of experience, executive MBA students are already highly successful professionals with knowledge and skills from diverse industries. The student community includes not only managers and executives, but also doctors, lawyers, scientists, pilots, journalists, engineers, financiers, and consultants.
This wealth of experience creates an invaluable community of peers who are ready and willing to help you succeed, whether through their insights or the connections they facilitate. Being part of a Wharton class expands your sphere of knowledge and business access.