Ivey MMA Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/ivey-mma-podcast Join Ally Hobson, Associate Director of Recruitment and Admissions, as she dives into all things related to the Ivey Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) program. From tips on the admissions process and application insights to stories about student experiences and life at Ivey, this podcast is your go-to source for everything you need to know about the Ivey MMA journey. Whether you're a prospective student or simply curious about the program, tune in to gain valuable information and insider perspectives. © 2026 Ivey Business School 03c56958-6cb8-5317-bc2e-08089fed1343 yes en Wed, 06 May 2026 05:28:42 -0700 Wed, 06 May 2026 05:29:06 -0700 https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/mma/get-started/podcasts/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/c7jZUR3JroQHaoNHxNu41dSK1ZXAADAIroJKus2EoTI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jZmZk/N2EwMDdhZDdhNmQy/Y2RiZGE0M2Y5MDNj/YmE0NC5qcGc.jpg Ivey MMA Podcast https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/mma/get-started/podcasts/ episodic Ivey Business School Join Ally Hobson, Associate Director of Recruitment and Admissions, as she dives into all things related to the Ivey Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) program. From tips on the admissions process and application insights to stories about student experiences and life at Ivey, this podcast is your go-to source for everything you need to know about the Ivey MMA journey. Whether you're a prospective student or simply curious about the program, tune in to gain valuable information and insider perspectives. Join Ally Hobson, Associate Director of Recruitment and Admissions, as she dives into all things related to the Ivey Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) program. MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics Ivey Business School podcast@ivey.ca No No Ivey MM-A Podcast: Leadership in an AI-Augmented World 8 8 Ivey MM-A Podcast: Leadership in an AI-Augmented World full 4a4fb93f-c5e4-4d95-bf99-92c973102c2d https://share.transistor.fm/s/1b7a6368 In this episode, Master of Management in Analytics (MM-A) Faculty Director Mustafa Hayri Tongarlak discusses how our MM-A program helps equip future leaders to thrive in an AI-driven business world. From the future of leadership to the growing role of analytics, AI, and strategic decision-making to the skills today’s professionals need to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

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]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 05:28:40 -0700 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 2083 In this episode, Master of Management in Analytics (MM-A) Faculty Director Mustafa Hayri Tongarlak discusses how our MM-A program helps equip future leaders to thrive in an AI-driven business world. From the future of leadership to the growing role of analytics, AI, and strategic decision-making to the skills today’s professionals need to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Finance 7 7 MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Finance full ebce6a79-947b-433c-bcd3-f52a568eba9d https://share.transistor.fm/s/02243567 In this episode, Master of Management in Analytics (MM-A) Alumni, Fabian Alvarez MM-A’2025, Billy Phongsavath-Vongxay MM-A ’25 and Laura Kwan MM-A’ 2024 share authentic stories, career journeys, and real-world insights from the finance industry. They discuss how analytics is applied in their day-to-day roles, key challenges and trends shaping the industry, and the skills needed to stand out.

]]> In this episode, Master of Management in Analytics (MM-A) Alumni, Fabian Alvarez MM-A’2025, Billy Phongsavath-Vongxay MM-A ’25 and Laura Kwan MM-A’ 2024 share authentic stories, career journeys, and real-world insights from the finance industry. They discuss how analytics is applied in their day-to-day roles, key challenges and trends shaping the industry, and the skills needed to stand out.

]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 10:53:04 -0700 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 2504 In this episode, Master of Management in Analytics (MM-A) Alumni, Fabian Alvarez MM-A’2025, Billy Phongsavath-Vongxay MM-A ’25 and Laura Kwan MM-A’ 2024 share authentic stories, career journeys, and real-world insights from the finance industry. They discuss how analytics is applied in their day-to-day roles, key challenges and trends shaping the industry, and the skills needed to stand out.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Retail/CPG 6 6 MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Retail/CPG full a758ea12-aad8-467c-8941-f7ff81fe158a https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5f840e9 In this episode, Charlene Jin MM-A ’26, Theresa Mak MM-A ’25 and Eschol Akonu MM-A ’25 discuss their careers in retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) analytics. They share insights on how data is used to drive business decisions, the importance of communicating insights to stakeholders, and the balance between technical skills and business acumen. The conversation also highlights their experiences in the MMA program and how it helped strengthen both their analytical and leadership capabilities.

]]> In this episode, Charlene Jin MM-A ’26, Theresa Mak MM-A ’25 and Eschol Akonu MM-A ’25 discuss their careers in retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) analytics. They share insights on how data is used to drive business decisions, the importance of communicating insights to stakeholders, and the balance between technical skills and business acumen. The conversation also highlights their experiences in the MMA program and how it helped strengthen both their analytical and leadership capabilities.

]]> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:57 -0700 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 2779 In this episode, Charlene Jin MM-A ’26, Theresa Mak MM-A ’25 and Eschol Akonu MM-A ’25 discuss their careers in retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) analytics. They share insights on how data is used to drive business decisions, the importance of communicating insights to stakeholders, and the balance between technical skills and business acumen. The conversation also highlights their experiences in the MMA program and how it helped strengthen both their analytical and leadership capabilities.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Utilities 5 5 MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Utilities full 82046e9f-2072-4270-b7aa-d3b28a108a70 https://share.transistor.fm/s/625e8176 In this episode, Abigail Sguazzin (Miner) MM-A ‘24 and Yi Ming Zhao MM-A ’25 shared their journeys from engineering into the utilities sector and reflected on how the MM-A program supported their professional growth. They discussed the data-rich yet highly regulated nature of the utilities industry, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities of leveraging analytics to drive better decision-making. Both emphasized the importance of pairing strong technical expertise with business acumen and communication skills—particularly the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. They credited the MM-A program with strengthening their business perspective, confidence, and ability to collaborate across disciplines, while offering thoughtful advice for future professionals entering the field.

]]> In this episode, Abigail Sguazzin (Miner) MM-A ‘24 and Yi Ming Zhao MM-A ’25 shared their journeys from engineering into the utilities sector and reflected on how the MM-A program supported their professional growth. They discussed the data-rich yet highly regulated nature of the utilities industry, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities of leveraging analytics to drive better decision-making. Both emphasized the importance of pairing strong technical expertise with business acumen and communication skills—particularly the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. They credited the MM-A program with strengthening their business perspective, confidence, and ability to collaborate across disciplines, while offering thoughtful advice for future professionals entering the field.

]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:10:58 -0800 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 1922 In this episode, Abigail Sguazzin (Miner) MM-A ‘24 and Yi Ming Zhao MM-A ’25 shared their journeys from engineering into the utilities sector and reflected on how the MM-A program supported their professional growth. They discussed the data-rich yet highly regulated nature of the utilities industry, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities of leveraging analytics to drive better decision-making. Both emphasized the importance of pairing strong technical expertise with business acumen and communication skills—particularly the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. They credited the MM-A program with strengthening their business perspective, confidence, and ability to collaborate across disciplines, while offering thoughtful advice for future professionals entering the field.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Healthcare/Pharma/Biotechnology 4 4 MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Healthcare/Pharma/Biotechnology full 16c9cfea-fbb6-4cd8-bf9e-4d2a0ea6d33a https://share.transistor.fm/s/3b6c5a5f In this episode of the MM-A Podcast Series—Industry Spotlight: Healthcare/Pharma/Biotechnology —Ivey Master of Management in Analytics alumni share authentic stories and real-world insights from their journeys into these data-driven sectors. Our panelists Beth Shephard MM-A ’23, Jasleen Hehar MM-A ’25, Felicia Goodridge MM-A ’24 and Sasha Manohar MM-A ’23 reflect on their academic backgrounds, career paths during and after the MM-A program, and their favourite memories from their time at Ivey.

]]> In this episode of the MM-A Podcast Series—Industry Spotlight: Healthcare/Pharma/Biotechnology —Ivey Master of Management in Analytics alumni share authentic stories and real-world insights from their journeys into these data-driven sectors. Our panelists Beth Shephard MM-A ’23, Jasleen Hehar MM-A ’25, Felicia Goodridge MM-A ’24 and Sasha Manohar MM-A ’23 reflect on their academic backgrounds, career paths during and after the MM-A program, and their favourite memories from their time at Ivey.

]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:54:11 -0800 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 2756 In this episode of the MM-A Podcast Series—Industry Spotlight: Healthcare/Pharma/Biotechnology —Ivey Master of Management in Analytics alumni share authentic stories and real-world insights from their journeys into these data-driven sectors. Our panelists Beth Shephard MM-A ’23, Jasleen Hehar MM-A ’25, Felicia Goodridge MM-A ’24 and Sasha Manohar MM-A ’23 reflect on their academic backgrounds, career paths during and after the MM-A program, and their favourite memories from their time at Ivey.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Insurance 3 3 MM-A Industry Spotlight Podcast: Insurance full 45c064e1-f3f7-4c9d-8038-3bd27881f4be https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3a84cb0 In this episode of the MM-A Podcast Series—Industry Spotlight: Insurance—Ivey Master of Management in Analytics alumni share authentic stories and real-world insights from their journeys into one of Canada’s most data-driven sectors. Our panelists Aqeel Awadia  MM-A ’24, Bianca Quissak Matos MM-A ’22,  Clare Mok MM-A ’22 and Matthew Moskaluk MM-A ’23 reflect on their academic backgrounds, career paths during and after the MM-A program, and their favourite memories from their time at Ivey.

Guided by Ally Hobson, the conversation explores what initially drew each guest to the insurance industry, how analytics shapes their daily work, and the major challenges the sector is tackling through data. The alumni dive into evolving trends, misconceptions about analytics, and how the MM-A curriculum continues to influence their careers. They also discuss what makes candidates stand out in analytics roles—from technical strengths to often-overlooked soft skills—and how business acumen and data expertise are increasingly intertwined.

The episode wraps with thoughtful advice for prospective MM-A students and graduates, offering guidance on succeeding in the program, breaking into the insurance field, and making the most of the MM-A experience.

]]> In this episode of the MM-A Podcast Series—Industry Spotlight: Insurance—Ivey Master of Management in Analytics alumni share authentic stories and real-world insights from their journeys into one of Canada’s most data-driven sectors. Our panelists Aqeel Awadia  MM-A ’24, Bianca Quissak Matos MM-A ’22,  Clare Mok MM-A ’22 and Matthew Moskaluk MM-A ’23 reflect on their academic backgrounds, career paths during and after the MM-A program, and their favourite memories from their time at Ivey.

Guided by Ally Hobson, the conversation explores what initially drew each guest to the insurance industry, how analytics shapes their daily work, and the major challenges the sector is tackling through data. The alumni dive into evolving trends, misconceptions about analytics, and how the MM-A curriculum continues to influence their careers. They also discuss what makes candidates stand out in analytics roles—from technical strengths to often-overlooked soft skills—and how business acumen and data expertise are increasingly intertwined.

The episode wraps with thoughtful advice for prospective MM-A students and graduates, offering guidance on succeeding in the program, breaking into the insurance field, and making the most of the MM-A experience.

]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:38:23 -0800 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 3950 In this episode of the MM-A Podcast Series—Industry Spotlight: Insurance—Ivey Master of Management in Analytics alumni share authentic stories and real-world insights from their journeys into one of Canada’s most data-driven sectors. Our panelists Aqeel Awadia  MM-A ’24, Bianca Quissak Matos MM-A ’22,  Clare Mok MM-A ’22 and Matthew Moskaluk MM-A ’23 reflect on their academic backgrounds, career paths during and after the MM-A program, and their favourite memories from their time at Ivey.

Guided by Ally Hobson, the conversation explores what initially drew each guest to the insurance industry, how analytics shapes their daily work, and the major challenges the sector is tackling through data. The alumni dive into evolving trends, misconceptions about analytics, and how the MM-A curriculum continues to influence their careers. They also discuss what makes candidates stand out in analytics roles—from technical strengths to often-overlooked soft skills—and how business acumen and data expertise are increasingly intertwined.

The episode wraps with thoughtful advice for prospective MM-A students and graduates, offering guidance on succeeding in the program, breaking into the insurance field, and making the most of the MM-A experience.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No The Ivey MMA Experience – a conversation with Ivey MMA students from the Class of 2024 2 2 The Ivey MMA Experience – a conversation with Ivey MMA students from the Class of 2024 full 11766b6b-b891-4f38-adbe-06225fab170f https://share.transistor.fm/s/52cb0f10 Join Associate Director, Ally Hobson, and Ivey MMA students Aqeel Awadia MMA’2024, Annie Hou (MMA’2024) and Nina Ngo (MMA’2024) share their own stories and experiences from their first term in the Ivey MMA program. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process – why the MMA program, work/life balance during a while-you-work program, case-method learning and the Ivey MMA experience as a whole. Learn first-hand from currenting students who are living the experience.

]]> Join Associate Director, Ally Hobson, and Ivey MMA students Aqeel Awadia MMA’2024, Annie Hou (MMA’2024) and Nina Ngo (MMA’2024) share their own stories and experiences from their first term in the Ivey MMA program. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process – why the MMA program, work/life balance during a while-you-work program, case-method learning and the Ivey MMA experience as a whole. Learn first-hand from currenting students who are living the experience.

]]> Tue, 14 May 2024 06:28:47 -0700 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 3013 Join Associate Director, Ally Hobson, and Ivey MMA students Aqeel Awadia MMA’2024, Annie Hou (MMA’2024) and Nina Ngo (MMA’2024) share their own stories and experiences from their first term in the Ivey MMA program. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process – why the MMA program, work/life balance during a while-you-work program, case-method learning and the Ivey MMA experience as a whole. Learn first-hand from currenting students who are living the experience.

]]> MMA, Admissions, Student Experience, Master of Management in Analytics No The Ivey MMA Experience – a conversation with Ivey MMA students from the Class of 2023 1 1 The Ivey MMA Experience – a conversation with Ivey MMA students from the Class of 2023 full 8aded8a7-1884-4275-add1-205ee2376d4c https://share.transistor.fm/s/8717145a Join Associate Director, Ally Hobson, and Ivey MMA students Beth Shephard MMA’2023, Sasha Manahar (MMA’2023), Mateo Blanco (MMA’2023) and Eugene Tkachenko (MMA’2023) share their own stories and experiences from their first term in the Ivey MMA program. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process – why the MMA program, work/life balance during a while-you-work program, case-method learning and the Ivey MMA experience as a whole. Learn first-hand from currenting students who are living the experience.

]]> Join Associate Director, Ally Hobson, and Ivey MMA students Beth Shephard MMA’2023, Sasha Manahar (MMA’2023), Mateo Blanco (MMA’2023) and Eugene Tkachenko (MMA’2023) share their own stories and experiences from their first term in the Ivey MMA program. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process – why the MMA program, work/life balance during a while-you-work program, case-method learning and the Ivey MMA experience as a whole. Learn first-hand from currenting students who are living the experience.

]]> Tue, 14 May 2024 06:28:13 -0700 Ivey Business School Ivey Business School 3644 Join Associate Director, Ally Hobson, and Ivey MMA students Beth Shephard MMA’2023, Sasha Manahar (MMA’2023), Mateo Blanco (MMA’2023) and Eugene Tkachenko (MMA’2023) share their own stories and experiences from their first term in the Ivey MMA program. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process – why the MMA program, work/life balance during a while-you-work program, case-method learning and the Ivey MMA experience as a whole. Learn first-hand from currenting students who are living the experience.

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