Good afternoon, If you have students expressing interest in Business Research, (Pre) PhD Programs, or Research-Intensive Careers… please send them my way! 😊 Pathway Highlights: * Prepares students to become competitive candidates for Business Ph.D. Programs and Careers * Seminar-Style series taught by distinguished Alvarez College of Business Faculty * The first course (GBA 3013 / 6013) starts next semester (Spring 2024) for Undergrads & Master’s students, approval required * Benefits: PhD Success Clinics, Faculty Mentors, Present your own Research, PhD Application Guidance, Attend Conferences, Symposiums, more Key Dates/Info: * Info Session - this Wednesday, Oct. 18th at 2:30pm (Alvarez College of Business Student Success Center) * Priority Submissions: Oct. 23rd (resume & statement of interest) to receive instructor approval before spring registration opens * Website: https://business.utsa.edu/pre-phd-pathway/ * Flyer – Attached * Contact Claudia.Ortiz@utsa.edu<mailto:Claudia.Ortiz@utsa.edu> to receive the submission link. I would be happy to answer questions and connect! * Please share the following information with students (see below): Thank you! Claudia Ortiz Manager of Strategic Initiatives 210.458.7324 office claudia.ortiz@utsa.edu<mailto:claudia.ortiz@utsa.edu> The University of Texas at San Antonio Carlos Alvarez College of Business [cid:image003.jpg@01DA004D.AB036860]<https://business.utsa.edu/> ----- The Alvarez Pre-Ph.D. Pathway / Business Research Track<https://business.utsa.edu/pre-phd-pathway/> prepares students to become competitive candidates for careers in business and top Ph.D. programs. The pathway courses are taught seminar-style by distinguished faculty from the Alvarez College of Business, ranked among the Top 100 business research universities in the United States. Students taking the introductory course (GBA 3013 / GBA 6013) during Spring Semester 2024 are invited to attend The PhD Project’s 30th annual conference in Chicago, IL and join a supportive network of academic peers and faculty across the nation. As part of the Pathway, you will gain access to unique Ph.D. Success Clinics, Faculty Mentors, and be able to present your own business research. Undergraduates must have a 3.25 cumulative GPA or above and instructor approval is required for registration. Please contact Claudia.Ortiz@utsa.edu<mailto:Claudia.Ortiz@utsa.edu> and receive a link where you can submit your resume and statement of interest (up to 500 words max). In order to receive notification before Spring Registration opens for priority groups on Oct. 30th, submit materials in advance. An informational session will be held at the Alvarez College of Business Student Success Center on Wednesday, October 18th at 2:30pm. Priority Submission Date: Monday, October 23rd to receive notice before Spring Registration Begins Intro Course: GBA 3013 / GBA 6013 - Spring 2024 Honors and Business Honors Students = Counts as a S.P.I.C.E.S. Elective (Intellectual Achievement & Research) Info Session Wednesday, Oct. 18th 2:30pm – 3:30pm Alvarez College of Business Student Success Center Website: https://business.utsa.edu/pre-phd-pathway/ Video: Why Research? <https://youtu.be/PRLuCMXVdvQ?t=46&si=-3NDZvY5ODJtEdr6> Featuring Dr. Juan Manuel Sanchez, Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Success & Research Questions? Contact Claudia Ortiz, Manager of Strategic Initiatives at Claudia.Ortiz@utsa.edu<mailto:Claudia.Ortiz@utsa.edu> ----- [cid:image005.png@01DA004C.F5634890]