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Path2MBA Spotlight:
Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business

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Jun 11, 2026

Greetings from JumpStart!

Considering getting your MBA?

The JumpStart Path2MBA program prepares undergraduate students and working professionals to engage directly with admissions officers from leading MBA programs and gain valuable insights into the business school admissions process.

Join us for an exclusive virtual session with the admissions team from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business designed to help prospective students think more intentionally about their MBA journey.

Whether you are actively considering business school, exploring your options, or trying to determine the right timing for an MBA, this interactive workshop will provide valuable guidance and perspective.

This interactive, decision-focused workshop is designed to help prospective students think more intentionally about their MBA journey.

Rather than focusing solely on the mechanics of applying, the session guides participants through a simple framework to evaluate where they are today, where they want to go professionally, and what gaps exist between the two. Through this process, attendees will gain clarity on whether an MBA makes sense for their goals, when the right time may be to pursue one, and how to approach the decision thoughtfully.

Participants will:

  • Learn how the Fuqua admissions team evaluates candidates beyond their resume and test scores.
  • Gain insight into the MBA admissions process and what admissions committees look for in prospective students.
  • Hear directly from current students about their MBA journey and experiences navigating the application process.
  • Engage in guided reflection and interactive exercises designed to help assess MBA readiness and identify next steps.
  • Connect and network with peers who are exploring similar educational and career opportunities.
  • Leave with a clearer understanding of their personal MBA path and how to move forward with confidence.

The session is designed to create a thoughtful, student-centered experience that reflects Fuqua’s collaborative culture and intentional approach to leadership development.

Mapping Your MBA Path to Fuqua

Date and Time: July 20, 2026 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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About Path2MBA

JumpStart’s Path2MBA is for undergraduate students and working professionals who are interested in pursuing their MBA. Through the network, you can learn about different MBA programs to find the one that fits your career aspirations as well as gain insight into financial implications and the MBA application process directly from admissions representatives.

Spots for our virtual forum are limited. Complete the Path2MBA Interest Survey today to receive details and secure access to the exclusive virtual session hosted by Duke.

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Speaker at The Event

Siraj Bah

Siraj Bah is the Program Director of Admissions, Recruitment & Engagement for the Daytime MBA program at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. He joined Fuqua in 2022 and leads recruitment and yield strategies for women, underrepresented minorities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ students across all MBA programs. Siraj also serves as the event lead for key on-campus events, including the Duke MBA Workshop, MBA Pride Weekend, and Blue Devil Weekend diversity programming.

Siraj holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Russell Sage College, an M.P.A. from Buffalo State University, and an M.B.A. from Manhattan University. Before joining Fuqua, he spent 10 years in higher education working in admissions, financial aid, and academic advising, focusing on supporting high-risk student populations at both public and private institutions.

Outside of work, Siraj enjoys traveling, exploring different cultures, and long-distance cycling—often riding 30 to 40 miles through the Durham area when not on the road.

Random Facts:

Born in West Africa (The Gambia, The Smiling Coast) and immigrated to the United States at the age of nine.

Aaliyah Brown, MBA ’26

Aaliyah Brown is an impactful leader operating at the intersection of business strategy and clinical operations. She is passionate about driving financial and operational excellence while improving patient care and advancing health equity.

This fall, Aaliyah will join DaVita’s Redwoods Leadership Development Program in Atlanta, where she will leverage data-driven business models to help scale innovative healthcare solutions. She recently earned her MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business with a concentration in Health Sector Management. During her time at Fuqua, she combined her passion for business leadership and community advocacy by serving as both a Career Fellow and Admissions Fellow, helping support and mentor prospective and current students.

Before business school, Aaliyah built a strong foundation in healthcare strategy at Northwell Health, where she led high-impact initiatives focused on improving operational efficiency and patient outcomes.

She is passionate about using business strategy to address healthcare disparities, navigating nontraditional career paths, and mentoring the next generation of diverse business leaders.