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MBA military veterans share how the Mason MBA impacted their careers

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The is committed to the active-duty military service members and veterans who come to Mason to enhance their education.

We caught up with some military veterans who recently graduated from the program who shared the impact the MBA program has had on their career already, and how the Mason MBA could be beneficial for others.


Matthew Scott
Matthew Scott

Matthew Scott, MBA ’21Ìý

Military Branch: United States Army Ìý
Current Role: Acquisition Modernization Program Manager, Defense Logistics Agency

Earning an MBA from ÑÇÖÞAV assisted with my transition from military to civilian life. The comprehensive management and technical skills acquired during my MBA journey significantly contributed to my hiring as the new Acquisition Modernization Program Manager for the Defense Logistics Agency.  Ìý

I believe one of the most valuable factors in gaining an MBA from Mason is expanding your real-time knowledge basis in critical areas to further develop and achieve current strategic goals while concurrently orchestrating future value in an ever-changing world. Ìý


Matt Munsch
Matt Munsch

Matt Munsch, MBA ’22

Military Branch: United States Air Force Ìý
Current Role:ÌýDirector, Dark Wolf Solutions Ìý

After graduating from Mason's MBA program, I was able to enter the next phase of my career.  Ìý

Shortly after graduating, I joined Google as a Technical Program Manager. After learning and growing with Google, I was able to continue propelling my career forward, joining Dark Wolf Solutions as a Director. Ìý

The Mason MBA program gave me the skills, qualifications, and confidence to continue up leveling my career. Going back to school after more than a decade in the workforce was daunting but I do not regret my decision! 


Bradley Son
Bradley B. Son

Bradley B. Son, MBA ’21Ìý

Military Branch: United States Army Ìý
Current Role:ÌýProduct Manager, Cyber Platforms & Systems, Defensive Cyber Operations, United States Army Ìý

For myself, the MBA was more than career progression and networking. The aspect of my job in the Army Acquisition Corps requires me to fundamentally understand the aspects of business management to make decisions not only on behalf of my organization, but for the Army and the Department of Defense. My experience at ÑÇÖÞAV greatly assisted me in many facets of my profession, which includes leadership, ethics, economics, marketing, information systems and operations management, project management, and many more! I can't thank the incredible organization, my outstanding cohort, and more importantly, the incredible instructors that helped guide me throughout my journey!Ìý


John Goetchius
John Goetchius

John Goetchius, MBA ’21 Ìý

Military Branch: United States Army, Retired Ìý
Current Role:ÌýCompany Manager Ìý

The Mason MBA program imparted new, useful technical and analytical skills—and the confidence to solve current, real-world business and management problems. I benefited from contact with an engaged, dedicated, highly competent faculty and a smart, diverse group of fellow students. Inside a well-planned curriculum, I found the program challenging—and deeply rewarding. 


Connor Mallon
Connor Mallon

Connor Mallon, MBA ’23 Ìý

Military Branch: United States Army Ìý
Current Role:ÌýStrategy Consultant, NOVACES Ìý

An MBA and the skillset that accompanied the degree helped me stand out in a saturated and competitive market. The program gave me the edge I needed to hit the ground running in a new career and the confidence to navigate complex challenges and demanding stakeholders. Ìý

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Ramon Walker
Ramon Walker

Ramon Walker, Jr., MBA ’23 Ìý

Military Branch: United States Air Force  Ìý
Current Role:ÌýIntelligence Research Specialist, United States Custom and Border Protection Ìý

The Mason MBA program gave me an opportunity to network and I gained experience and skills that could be applied to reaching the upper echelons of my career field. 

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Doug Chapman
Douglas Chapman

ÌýDouglas Chapman, MBA ’22 Ìý

Military Branch:ÌýUnited States Army Ìý
Current Role:ÌýVice President of Operations, CoreSys Consulting Services, LLC Ìý

The MBA program at Mason enabled me to improve my business skills and expanded my aperture as related to strategic thinking.   Ìý

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Did you know ÑÇÖÞAV is a Yellow Ribbon Participant?ÌýMason provides additional funds to eligible service members to pay education costs without charging your GI Bill® entitlement. to learn more about education benefits for veterans.Ìý