Explore Analytics, Product, Management & MBA Paths
Navigating Tepper School's Master's Opportunities
November 07, 2023
11:00:00
Virtual Event
Do you want to continue your higher education? Are you aspiring to pursue a Master's Degree but are unsure which program would be the best fit for your goals?
Join us for a panel discussion and Q&A with the Admissions experts from Carnegie Mellon's Tepper School of Business. During this session, the panelists will guide you through the diverse array of Master's programs that Tepper has to offer. Whether you're interested in product management, data analytics, or entrepreneurship, they will provide invaluable insights on how to select the perfect program tailored to your ambitions and career goals.
Don't miss this opportunity to take the next step towards a successful future in the world of business. Join us and map out your path to excellence at Carnegie Mellon's Tepper School of Business!
Speakers
J.R. McGrath
Executive Director, Masters Admissions
J.R. joined the Masters Admissions team in 2021. In his role as executive director, J.R. is excited to meet great candidates and help them navigate the admissions process. J.R. holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics and a master’s in college administration from Slippery Rock University. He brings 17 years of experience working with high-achieving college students and is excited to continue that work at the Tepper School. J.R. loves to travel and explore new places and can’t wait to find all the new, cool places Pittsburgh has to offer. He enjoys being active, playing or watching sports, cooking, and spending time with his family.
Kari Calvario
Director, Masters Admissions
Kari joined the Masters Admissions team in 2014. In her role as director, Kari leads our admissions operations and is eager to work with students throughout their application process. She also oversees admissions for our MSPM and MSBA programs and enjoys working with our MS candidates. Kari holds a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from Waynesburg University and a Master of Education from West Virginia Wesleyan College. A self-described “almost-lifelong Pittsburgher,” she and her husband are parents to identical twin girls who keep them on their toes.
Tony Gomez
Senior Associate Director, Masters Admissions
Tony joined the Masters Admissions team in 2022. In his role as senior associate director, he is in charge of recruitment strategy and external partnership initiatives. He is the lead for underrepresented minority, LGBTQ+, and veteran candidates. In addition, he collaborates with our diversity partners and liaises with Tepper School affinity student organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Westminster College and a Master of Education degree in higher education from Pennsylvania State University. He is passionate about providing access to higher education to historically underserved populations. He enjoys traveling, playing video games, reading, attending live performances, and hanging out with his cat Pixel.
Amy LaSota
Senior Associate Director, Masters Admissions
Amy joined the Masters Admissions team in 2021. In her role as senior associate director, Amy assists with recruitment activities. She manages major admissions events including Diversity Weekend, PT Admitted Student Weekend, and Welcome Weekend. She also assists with the MBA Admissions Office Fellows and the Student Ambassador program. Amy has two Scottish Deerhounds and five cats. She enjoys true-crime podcasts, international travel, and Premier League soccer.
