BAI in the News

Bill Rand Appointed New Goodnight Executive Director of Institute for Advanced Analytics

Goodnight Executive Director of the Institute for Advanced Analytics Michael Rappa is returning to the faculty in the Department of Computer Science in the College of Engineering, and Bill Rand will be appointed Goodnight Executive Director of the IAA, effective July 1.

Poole College Undergraduate Business and Analytics Programs Stand Out in 2025 U.S. News Rankings

The college’s undergraduate business program ranked 65th in the U.S., climbing five spots from last year’s national ranking — marking a 25-spot ascent over the last five years.

BAI Roundtable Explores Data-Driven Transformation

Poole College’s BAI Roundtable brings together analytics professionals and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge strategies and innovations in data-driven decision-making.

Managing Massive Change As Tariffs Shift

Poole College scholar Brad Kirkman outlines four qualities for resilient teams, leaders and organizations.

Andrew Greenland Explains U.S.-China Tariffs and Global Trade 

Poole professor Andrew Greenland discusses the implications of recent tariff developments for U.S.-China trade, domestic political pressures and the global economic order.

Trade And Ag Experts Converge At NC State

Scholars explored the intersections of climate change, agriculture and economics on May 8-9.

Rosa Sierra Flores, Marketing Assistant, Eno Animal Hospital

With an educational background in digital arts, the MMA program provides Rosa Sierra Flores with the foundation she needs to launch her into the field of marketing.

Matt McCann ‘23, Data Scientist, Sealed Air

With a desire to dig into the technical and strategic aspects of data analytics, Matt McCann knew Poole College was the place to get him to where he wanted to go. But the ROI? Even better than he could have imagined.

Patrick Gotimer, Wolfpack Athletics Champion

One month after starting the Jenkins MMA program, Patrick Gotimer was promoted to NC State Athletics director of ticket sales. Today, he’s using what he’s learning in the classroom to redefine the fan experience and support student-athletes.

Nick Treco, Aspiring Chief Risk Officer

Nick Treco, former football player for the NC State Wolfpack and now a defensive student coach for the team, is continuing his education in the Master of Management, Risk and…

Caleb Price, Marine Reservist and Safety and Risk Management Professional

As a U.S. Marine reservist and experienced risk management and fleet services director, Price was drawn to the Jenkins Master of Management, Risk Analytics (MRA) program to help him sharpen his risk management skill set in the private equity space. The support he found from faculty has exceeded his expectations.

Mayne Hill, Petroleum Operations and Project Management

With nearly 30 years in the petroleum business, Mayne Hill knows that risk is always part of the equation. Through the MRA program, he’s gaining the tools to manage that risk strategically – transforming challenges into growth opportunities.