Meet Chike Osunkwo, Member of the Inaugural Hybrid MBA Cohort and Engineer in the Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Industry

Introducing Chike Osunkwo, hybrid MBA Class of 2025, whose decision to enroll in the MBA program was an easy one because he always knew that he belonged at Rice University. Chike is located in Katy, TX and works as a design and product engineer at Celeros Flow Technology, an Industrial Engineering firm that designs, installs & sells various products from pumps to valves. “As a working professional, it is not easy to balance work and family with full-time school. So, having an academic program that is structured around my busy schedule made the Rice Hybrid MBA an easy choice,” he says. Keep reading to learn more about Chike's path to Rice Business. 

Why did you select Rice Business and why did you choose the Hybrid MBA program?

I always knew I belonged at Rice University, but it was only a matter of time. Rice embodies quality and prestige, so it was easy to make that decision. Rice Business is ranked amongst top universities nationally and has a very strong network. I believe the Rice MBA will give me an unlimited breadth of exposure to a world of possibilities in my professional development as a leader.

As a working professional, it is not easy to balance work and family with full-time school. So, having an academic program that is structured around my busy schedule made the Rice Hybrid MBA an easy choice. Lastly, being amongst the pioneers of an elite class of students in the Hybrid MBA program makes it an even cooler experience. I’m now part of the school’s history.

Can you describe your preparation process for business school?

Part of my preparation process for business school was to speak with friends and alumni within my immediate network about their experiences and the opportunities the program offers. I also followed day-to-day progress updates with Rice Business online.

What do you most look forward to as an MBA student?

The networking opportunities.

Can you describe your professional goals after Rice Business?

I see myself developing as a world-class leader taking on opportunities to drive solutions for impactful changes. 

What advice would you give to someone applying to the Hybrid MBA program?

For anyone with an extremely busy schedule but would want an intimate in-person learning experience that works well for your schedule, then the Hybrid program could be best tailored for you.

Want to know more about the Hybrid MBA student experience? Attend one of our admissions events!