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When thinking about what to do with a business degree, a role in government may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But each agency in DC needs all types of expertise to function—and often, a business perspective can help answer big-picture operational and management questions in a new and innovative way. The Kogod School of Business’s location in the heart of DC gives students a unique opportunity to connect with leaders in government through networking, internships, and consulting work that can lead to impactful work after graduation.
We caught up with two Kogod alums—MBA alum Sam Schofield and MS in Analytics alum Milly Nguyen—to talk about their current roles in government agencies, what they enjoy about their work, and how Kogod helped them reach their career goals.
Though MBA alumnus Sam Schofield always had some interest in government work, he began his post-graduate career in the private sector. As a strategy consultant at Deloitte, he worked with clients within the US Department of State to modernize systems and improve operational processes necessary for core functions like processing visas. Now, as a senior policy advisor for the US Department of Commerce, Schofield says that his time at Deloitte was crucial for building perspectives and enabling creative problem-solving.