Where Academic Learning Meets Career Success
Where Academic Learning Meets Career Success
Who will you meet ?
Gina V. Cecchetti
Sr. Associate Director of Graduate Admissions
University of Pittsburgh- Katz Graduate School of Business A higher education and recruiting expert, she has led admissions and enrollment strategy for top institutions including Duquesne University, the University of Pittsburgh, Case Western Reserve University, and Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business. She has evaluated thousands of applicants, managed full-cycle admissions, and partnered closely with senior leadership to drive innovative outreach and enrollment growth. As Director of Admissions at Duquesne University School of Law, she helped move the program from unranked to above 130 in U.S. News rankings, increasing class size by 26%, generating $1M+ in revenue, and exceeding KPIs. With an M.Ed. focused on minority recruitment, she has delivered significant diversity and yield gains, including a 40% increase in women applicants at Tepper and improved enrollment outcomes at Case Western and Pittsburgh.
Jennifer O'Toole
Associate Director of Career Development
University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business She is a senior career development and workforce strategy leader with over 15 years of experience across higher education, public health, and workforce development. Currently serving as Associate Director of Career Development at the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business, she specializes in employer partnerships, talent pipelines, career readiness, and strategic workforce initiatives that connect students to meaningful career outcomes.
Bill McShane
Associate Director for Integrated Learning
University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business He is a higher education and global programs leader with over 12 years of experience across experiential learning, international education, and U.S. government–sponsored academic programs. Currently serving as Associate Director for Integrated Learning at the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business, he leads experiential and global initiatives that connect classroom learning with real-world impact. A former Fulbright Scholar, he holds degrees from Saint Joseph’s University and the University of Pittsburgh and is fluent in German.
Akshay Agarwal
Product Strategy Operations Manager
TikTok Results-driven professional with extensive experience in optimizing large-scale budgets, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering impactful outcomes in cross-functional environments. Adept at leveraging data analytics, A/B testing, and actionable insights to enhance ROI and improve operational efficiency. Skilled in collaborating with diverse teams, including legal, PR, and product, to revamp strategies, redesign user experiences, and boost engagement metrics. Known for managing high-stakes programs, presenting insights to leadership, and implementing innovative solutions that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Passionate about fostering transparency, building trust, and delivering measurable results in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Laura Oknefski
Senior Director of Graduate Academic Programs and Student Services
University of Pittsburgh- Katz Graduate School of Business Experienced higher education administrator with proven success in the areas of curricular, co-curricular, and administrative assessment, student success, and enrollment management. Skilled in coordinating with diverse stakeholders to balance multiple priorities with a focus on program effectiveness and student achievement.
Sr. Associate Director of Graduate Admissions
University of Pittsburgh- Katz Graduate School of Business A higher education and recruiting expert, she has led admissions and enrollment strategy for top institutions including Duquesne University, the University of Pittsburgh, Case Western Reserve University, and Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business. She has evaluated thousands of applicants, managed full-cycle admissions, and partnered closely with senior leadership to drive innovative outreach and enrollment growth. As Director of Admissions at Duquesne University School of Law, she helped move the program from unranked to above 130 in U.S. News rankings, increasing class size by 26%, generating $1M+ in revenue, and exceeding KPIs. With an M.Ed. focused on minority recruitment, she has delivered significant diversity and yield gains, including a 40% increase in women applicants at Tepper and improved enrollment outcomes at Case Western and Pittsburgh.
Associate Director of Career Development
University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business She is a senior career development and workforce strategy leader with over 15 years of experience across higher education, public health, and workforce development. Currently serving as Associate Director of Career Development at the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business, she specializes in employer partnerships, talent pipelines, career readiness, and strategic workforce initiatives that connect students to meaningful career outcomes.
Associate Director for Integrated Learning
University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business He is a higher education and global programs leader with over 12 years of experience across experiential learning, international education, and U.S. government–sponsored academic programs. Currently serving as Associate Director for Integrated Learning at the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz Graduate School of Business, he leads experiential and global initiatives that connect classroom learning with real-world impact. A former Fulbright Scholar, he holds degrees from Saint Joseph’s University and the University of Pittsburgh and is fluent in German.
Product Strategy Operations Manager
TikTok Results-driven professional with extensive experience in optimizing large-scale budgets, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering impactful outcomes in cross-functional environments. Adept at leveraging data analytics, A/B testing, and actionable insights to enhance ROI and improve operational efficiency. Skilled in collaborating with diverse teams, including legal, PR, and product, to revamp strategies, redesign user experiences, and boost engagement metrics. Known for managing high-stakes programs, presenting insights to leadership, and implementing innovative solutions that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Passionate about fostering transparency, building trust, and delivering measurable results in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Senior Director of Graduate Academic Programs and Student Services
University of Pittsburgh- Katz Graduate School of Business Experienced higher education administrator with proven success in the areas of curricular, co-curricular, and administrative assessment, student success, and enrollment management. Skilled in coordinating with diverse stakeholders to balance multiple priorities with a focus on program effectiveness and student achievement.Discover how the University of Pittsburgh School of Business helps students turn academic learning into meaningful career outcomes. This session highlights Pitt Business’s comprehensive career development support, hands-on experiential learning opportunities, and powerful alumni network. Learn how career coaching, employer engagement, real-world projects, internships, and alumni connections work together to help students build skills, gain experience, and confidently navigate their next steps. Whether you’re exploring career paths or preparing to launch your career, this session will show how Pitt Business equips you to succeed beyond the classroom.
Understanding Pittsburgh’s evolving landscape
Career Trajectory Insights
Learn how academic learning meets careers
Personal Stories of Growth
Understanding Pittsburgh’s evolving landscape
Career Trajectory Insights
Learn how academic learning meets careers
Personal Stories of Growth
Program Insights
Access to Career Management Insights
Clarity on Industry-Specific Training and Skills Development
Exclusive Application Fee Waivers
Program Insights
Access to Career Management Insights
Clarity on Industry-Specific Training and Skills Development
Exclusive Application Fee Waivers
Pitt Business is firmly embedded in the business community, with a longstanding legacy of shaping and educating influential business leaders. The school prides itself on providing students with direct access to an extensive network of alumni who are not only highly successful but also actively engaged with current students. These alumni, who are accessible and deeply invested in the success of Pitt Business students, play a vital role in recruiting talent for full-time positions and internships, ensuring that students are connected with meaningful opportunities early in their careers. The reach of Pitt Business alumni is truly global, with graduates working at leading companies across nearly every industry. Alumni can be found in nearly 90 countries and all 50 states, contributing their expertise in a wide range of sectors, from technology to finance, healthcare to manufacturing, and beyond. In addition to excelling in business leadership, Pitt graduates also make significant contributions to their communities, serving as community champions and advocates for positive change. Moreover, Pitt Business alumni are not only successful practitioners but also pioneers in academic and applied research, advancing cutting-edge knowledge that shapes the future of business. This combination of real-world expertise and academic excellence makes the Pitt Business community a dynamic force in the global business landscape, with a continued commitment to shaping the next generation of business leaders who will drive innovation and contribute to societal progress.
MS in Accounting
MS in Finance and Business Analytics
MS in Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics
MS Finance
MS Management Information Systems
MS Supply Chain Management
MS Supply Chain Management and Industrial Engineering
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MBA with Business Analytics
MS in Accounting and Business Analytics
MS in Management and Business Analytics
MS in Marketing Science and Business Analytics
MS Management
MS Marketing Science
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