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Real Voices


Inspiring women share their opinions on pressing issues relating to women in business and the value of an MBA. Hear “Real Voices” from real Forté women and be inspired!

2008 MBA Women’s Conference

Several women at the 2008 Forté Foundation MBA Women’s Conference shared with us their experiences as incoming and current MBA students.  These women provided valuable insights into what inspired them to pursue an MBA. They also shared advice they would give women who are thinking about pursuing an MBA.  The women we spoke with talked openly about the perceived challenges women face in pursing leadership roles.  Click on the video player below to hear “Real Voices.”


1. Tell me about something you’ve learned or found interesting. Or what was your biggest taken over the last couple of days at the Forté MBA Women’s Conference?
2. What are some of the challenges you think women face in pursuing leadership roles?
3. What advice would you give a woman who is thinking about pursing an MBA?
4. What made you decide to pursue an MBA?