Bridging Engineering and Business With a Rice MBA

Professional MBA student Lucas Spangler is a licensed professional electrical engineer who pursued an MBA to complement his technical skills. He shares how Rice Business helped him build the confidence to tackle business challenges and bridge the gap between technical and business acumen. When considering programs, Lucas was impressed by Rice’s tight-knit community — where classmates and faculty know your name and relationships are built to last. He also highlights the world-class faculty, hands-on opportunities like volunteering and social events, and collaborative spirit of working professionals who uplift each other.

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