New opportunities are emerging for women who want to work in management information systems, a field that has recently become dominated by men. Sectors including data analytics, security, mobile, and telecommunications are increasingly looking for female graduates. That was the message from four senior female IT executives as they shared experiences, challenges and advice at […]
Tag: Margaret Brisbane
Alumni Notes: March 2012
Margaret Brisbane (BBA ’80) was the recipient of a Torch Award at the 11th annual Torch Awards Gala on March 3, 2012. The awards, which recognize selected individuals for the positive impact they make on their profession, the community and the university, honor the memory of Senator Ernest R. Graham, who helped create FIU. Berkowitz […]
“Are You Ready?” College Summit opens doors to the possibilities at FIU.
Things started on a high note for the 350 students from 13 South Florida high schools who arrived at Florida International University (FIU) on October 5th for the recent College Summit—thanks to the welcoming beat of tunes from Y100, Miami’s hit music station. What followed was an action-packed agenda that began with welcoming remarks from […]
Alumni Notes
Concepcion Tuma (MIS ’01) is a senior recruiter at Victoria & Associates Career Services. Also, she attained her PHR Certification. Manny Velasquez (BBA ’98) was elected as the executive vice president for the New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs. Last year, he was the organization’s vice president of marketing. Manny also […]
Established women leaders inspire future ones.
A panel of ten women who hold leadership positions in a variety of sectors shed light on the kinds of questions pondered by women early in their careers: “How can I balance work with other commitments such as marriage and families?” “When is the right time for me to get my education?” “What can I […]