Educating inclusive business leaders.
While learning in a team-focused environment, the Full-Time and STEM MBA Programs foster a diverse and inclusive community of varying backgrounds. These diverse backgrounds and experiences add to our well-rounded curriculum and contribute towards the growth of future business leaders.
Full-Time and STEM MBA Program Commitment
We understand that inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and unconditional equity are no longer leadership best practices, they are foundational. We seek out and celebrate diverse voices and experiences because they fuel innovation, creativity, and success on campus and in business.
By earning your MBA through the Broad College of Business, you will be immersed in an inclusive community of peers and faculty that will challenge you to solve future business problems with a different angle and an emphasis on equity.
Broad MBA Students at a Glance
Our Partnerships
MBA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Connect your experiences with the Broad MBA curriculum to impact social and business decisions that affect your life. Pair these with on-campus student organization involvement to build lifelong networks of colleagues and friends.
As people of color and business professionals interested in pursuing an MBA, the Broad College is fortunate to have organizations (Black MBA and Multicultural) that help build a sense of community.
Learn MoreThe Broad Full-Time and STEM MBA Program can help you apply your military experience to a civilian career, maximize your investment in yourself, and prepare you for future challenges through professional and personal development.
We are fortunate to have an organization dedicated to the common experience of serving the people of the United States through military service. The Broad MBA Veterans have members from all branches of the military with various backgrounds.
Learn MoreWith the Broad Full-Time and STEM MBA, your goals are supported by a family of Spartans: from your current class, including student organizations and opportunities, to our expansive network of alumnae.
One of the prominent student organizations is the Broad Women MBA Association, which strives to enhance the MBA experience by providing students opportunities to build personal and professional relationships beyond the classroom.
The Broad MBA program is a proud partner of the Forté Foundation and can offer fellowships to candidates!
Learn MoreThe Full-Time/STEM MBA program is committed to our efforts of supporting and developing the next LGBTQIA+ business leaders. By connecting your personal interests, academic plans, and career goals, the program provides various resources and opportunities to foster your success.
With our growing partnership with ROMBA and Spartan Pride, Broad MBA LGBTQIA+ students and allies can take comfort knowing our dedication to this population is a focus.
Learn MoreIn order to succeed in business, the Broad MBA believes connections and understanding from various countries and cultures are key. By leveraging your experiences and education, the Full-Time/STEM MBA program can help you become the next business leader.
One of the largest student organizations is the Multicultural MBA Association, which is dedicated to fostering a community among ethnically diverse students within the program.
Learn MoreBroad MBA DEI Events
Each year, our student resource groups as well as the Broad MBA program office offer a variety of DEI-focused events for our students. Some examples of these events include:
Diwali Celebration
Lunar New Year Celebration
DEI Week (collaboration between all DEI Student Resource Groups)
Broad 360 (for prospective students)
MBA Women Lunch and Learn sessions
Women in Business events
Movie and podcast discussions led by the Black MBA Association
Holi Celebration
Annual MBA Veteran’s Run
More information about DEI at Broad
Learn more about the strides in the DEI space being made within the Broad MBA in our Belonging at Broad DEI Progress Index:
Other Resources
DEI-focused podcast episodes
Our podcast, Spartan Stories: The Broad MBA, often focuses on DEI within the program and DEI work and initiatives that our alumni are leading in the business world.
Women in Business Series ft. Amy Brothers
This episode features Amy Brothers, who has a decade of experience in a nonprofit organization within the Aviation Industry under her belt. She is now a 2nd-year Broad MBA student building her leadership skills further. She helps us, especially women, through her story and advice, discover ways to set our foundation, break barriers, seek opportunities, and cultivate relationships.
Women in Business Series ft. Helen Dashney
Helen Dashney takes part in our new series of women in business, where she talks about the power of networking. Helen discusses different networking tools and how to sustain and maintain these large networks.
What Drives Broad’s DEI Manager
On this episode of Spartan Stories, we speak with Broad Business College’s new DEI Program Manager, Scot Wright. Get a perspective on Scot’s background, what parts of DEI that drive him and how he hopes to combine it all for a better MSU Broad experience!
A take on the LatinX Experience
In this episode, we speak with Kimberly Rodriguez and Jose Naime from the Class of 2023. We discuss their culture and how it drives their education and corporate motivations.
Recap with the Class of 2020 Part 2
In part two of our recap with the Class of 2020, we catch up with three of our female graduates. We talk about their experience going into the workforce impacted by the onset of COVID and discuss the topic of DEI in this time of uncertainty.
Recap with the Class of 2020
In part one of our recap with the Class of 2020, we catch up with three of our alumni. We begin with talking about their experiences going into the workforce impacted by the onset of COVID and discuss the topic of DEI in the business world.
Working for the Biggest Company You’ve Never Heard Of
On this episode, we sit down with three-time Spartan Arica Drummond-Clay as we discuss the hot topic of DEI and how to make the most out of the internship experience.
A Talk About DEI with the VP of People Experience at Twitter
On this episode, we sit down with two-time Spartan and MBA alum Dalana Brand, as we discuss her path to Twitter, how she is heading DEI initiatives for the company’s future outlook and what DEI means for companies in the future.
From the Military to Business School
On the first episode of Spartan Stories, we sit down with 2nd year MBA Frank Martinez as he details his journey from the military to Broad MBA student.
Recent DEI news from the Broad MBA
Women’s History Month and its Importance in the Broad MBA
A look inside Broad’s DEI strategy
Sharing Lunar New Year Traditions 2023
What’s your power? A celebration of Intl Day of Persons w Disabilities
Black History and its importance to Broad MBA students
From a US Navy uniform to a business suit
Broad MBA students, staff talk LGBTQ+ history month
Broad MBA students and staff share importance of Hispanic Heritage Month
Learning about diverse backgrounds through the Broad MBA Multicultural Association
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- East Lansing, MI 48824