Kirby Albright

Hometown: Houston
Home State: Texas
Home Country: United States of America
Previous Institution & Degree: University of Texas at Austin (B.S. in Electrical Engineering & BA in Economics)

Pre-MBA Industry: Trading / Energy Finance
Pre-MBA Company: Enterprise Products / Zenith Energy
Pre-MBA Title: Trader / Analyst
Desired Post-MBA Industry: Banking
Desired Post-MBA Function: Associate

Summer Internship Company: Credit Suisse
Summer Internship Title: Summer Associate

Degree Concentration: Energy and Finance
Student Organization Membership: Energy Club, Finance Club, Private Equity & Venture Capital Club, Wine Club

What about the Rice MBA program has surprised you the most?
The passion of the faculty and staff is unparalleled.

What has been your favorite moment of your Rice MBA experience so far?
Securing my summer internship.

What is your favorite thing about and/or favorite spot in Houston?
The weather.  Just kidding. I like the variety of things to do all year round.

In a sentence, what is the one piece of advice you have for prospective students?
Don't forget about studying for the verbal on the GMAT as that is what really juices your score.