Jordan Aré

Home State: Texas

What have been your primary job functions in your career?

• Finance

What industries have you worked in?

• Investment Banking

What is your current job title?

Investment Banking Associate

What is your current company? 

Goldman Sachs

Why did you select Rice Business for your MBA? 

The proximity of Rice as well as the prestige of the University and business school were the top two reasons I selected Rice. Additionally, the community oriented nature of the school was a top selling point.

How has Rice helped you with your career? 

Rice was instrumental in providing the platform for connecting and networking with professionals within and outside my career interests.

What is the most important advice you’d like to share with prospective and current students?

Business school is the perfect time to explore your interests and take risks. Take advantage of all the opportunities available and push yourself beyond your comfort zone.

What have you valued most in the Rice black student and / or alumni network? 

The overall support and connections built within the Black student and alumni experience.