Torrey Dale

Home State: Texas

What have been your primary job functions in your career?

• Finance

What industries have you worked in?

• Energy/Sustainability
• Manufacturing

What is your current job title?

Finance Manager

What is your current company?

Honeywell

Why did you select Rice Business for your MBA?

Choosing Rice Business for my MBA was a decision influenced by multiple factors. Firstly, the prestige of the institution is undeniable. Rice Business consistently ranks among the top business schools in the nation, and that recognition signifies the caliber of education one can expect. Additionally, The faculty members at Rice bring a blend of academic rigor and real-world experience. Lastly, the courses offered are both diverse and comprehensive.

How has Rice helped you with your career?

The insights and structured approach I garnered from Rice have been invaluable in navigating and advancing my professional journey. Moreover, Rice Business, being a top-ranked institution, has been instrumental in elevating my career. My degree demonstrates a high caliber level of achievement, symbolizes a pinnacle of accomplishments, and perceptually enhances my standing with potential employers.

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

Students should brace themselves for the rich diversity of the program. Upon entering, you'll find yourself amidst some of the most brilliant minds in academia - - from Ph.D. professors whose credentials boast pioneering research and published books to alums who hold positions as managing partners at top VC firms or as CEOs of leading e-commerce companies. My advice? Embrace every moment: Observe, Learn, Grow, and Network. The program is undeniably rigorous, and there might be days you feel defeated. But remember always to rise again, keeping in mind the transformative power this degree will have on your future career.

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

What I value the most about the Rice black student alumni network is its professionalism of its leaders, programming, and the determination to keep us all connected.