Testimonials

"I cannot recommend the Summer Institute for General Management highly enough. The program now acts as an additional cornerstone to my past, present and future experiences as a young professional. The program offers enrichment and challenge, and puts participants in the position to learn independently and to work among inspiring and ambitious individuals. "

- Maria Afan, Saint Mary's College of California

"On a personal level, my time spent at the Summer Institute was four of the best weeks of my life. When I applied for the program, I had no idea the great friends that I would make, nor did I have any clue what an incredibly enjoyable time I would have in Palo Alto. Simply put, it was one of the best experiences I've ever had."

- Tripp Dudley, Denison University

"My job at Barclay's Global Investors began the Monday after the GSB Summer Institute ended. The tools, vocabulary, and methodology taught at Stanford have helped me make an immediate positive impact."

- Jason Di Piazza, London School of Economics

"As a first year medical student with absolutely no business-related experience, SIGM only solidified my decision to pursue an MBA degree and showed me that business is not always about selfishly making loads of money but can be used to leverage and provide others with the opportunity for a sustainable future."

- Silvia Gesheva, Howard University

"Regardless of whether you want to work in an international organization tackling social development issues, become an asset to the corporate world, or be on the ground of a hands-on non-profit organization, a summer at SIGM will undoubtedly allow you to hit the ground running in any career of your choosing."

"SIGM was an excellent platform from which to launch my MBA at a top ten business school. The interactive classes and diverse student body at the summer institute introduced me to the benefits of an MBA and its potential to positively impact my career. It was a great investment of time and energy at a point in time when I was looking to make the leap from engineering to a career in business - the courses I took at Stanford GSB's SIGM were a great introduction to the MBA."

-Tulika Raj, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi

"After leaving the Summer Institute, I did two informational interviews leading to a paid internship at Young & Rubicam. I think the interview went so well because of the practice in the career workshops. I am already getting a return on my investment."

- Alice Rocca, Emory University

"The Summer Institute's career management, negotiations, and resume workshops provided invaluable tools in my job search that I would not have known about otherwise. I can say without hesitation that I am working at a better job with a higher salary than if I did not attend the Summer Institute at all."

- Justin Smith, St. Mary's College of Maryland

"SIGM was a priceless experience that taught me about business related topics that are applicable to every industry, introduced me to some of the most inspiring and talented individuals I have met, and inspired me to achieve the goals I have set in my career path. I have learned that business is the right fit for me, and that I have what it takes to succeed with the best of the best."

- Melissa Tsang, University of California at San Diego

"The tuition price was a small amount to pay compared to the overall experience at the Stanford GSB. I enjoyed meeting new people and the professors were incredible. In addition, the subject matter was very relevant to today's growing economy. The program teaches participants the necessary business skills to succeed, something I was unable to learn at my undergraduate university."

- Christopher Woodyard, Colgate University