Overview
MBA Student Ambassadors are a prestigious team of MBA students, who work closely with the MBA Director and MBA Program Staff to represent the graduate student body. MBA Student Ambassadors are responsible for supporting prospective, new and current students, their families, guests, alumni, business partners and friends of the college and university. Additionally, by assisting at MBA Program events, providing campus tours and interacting with students through e-mail, social media, and promote the image of the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration (JHBC). Ambassadors are highly visible members of the MBA Program Team helping build a strong graduate student community across CSUSB and strength ties between the MBA Program and students.
MBA Student Ambassadors are students who have demonstrated a high potential for academic success, community service, fostering diversity, and leadership. Participation in the Ambassador Program will demonstrate the importance of interacting with fellow students and show them the impact that becoming involved in the campus community can have. Ambassadors are selected through an application process reviewed by the MBA Program. Only current MBA students are eligible to apply. Candidates are held to the highest standards of excellence.
MBA Student Ambassadors
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Driven by a passion for understanding consumer behavior and market dynamics, Celestine is pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Marketing. His academic journey began with a BSc in Marketing, and has further strengthened his expertise through certifications in Data Science Methodology and IBM’s Big Data 101, equipping him to thrive in today’s data-centric business world. |
 Susana Saavedra MBA for Executives Candidate |
Susana is currently pursuing her Executive MBA, building on her foundation as a dedicated professional in the Human Resources field. A proud graduate of California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), she earned her BA in Human Resources in 2022, graduating with Cum Laude honors. With over eight years of experience in Human Resources, Susana has developed a strong expertise in the industry. She obtained her professional certification from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) in July 2022 and is currently the Human Resources Manager at a logistics company in Ontario. At CSUSB, Susana actively contributes to the campus community as a member of the CSUSB SHRM, where she serves on the executive board as treasurer. In her personal life, Susana is passionate about animals and currently cares for seven beloved pets, six dogs and one cat. |
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MBA Candidate, Cybersecurity Concentration |
Irene is a candidate for the MBA program with a concentration in Cybersecurity. She received her bachelor's degree in Business Administration and minor in Marketing from California State University, Los Angeles. As a member of the Cal State LA Alumni Scholarship Committee since 2023, she actively contributes to selecting deserving candidates who demonstrate academic excellence and community involvement. She is committed to upholding the integrity of the scholarship process and ensuring that it benefits students who embody the values of our alumni network. Additionally, she is in the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Club on campus where she provides social skills, networking and creating projects to add to your portfolio. She currently works for the Admissions Office on campus as Front Counter Lead. An interesting fact about her is that she loves the outdoors and traveling to national parks. |
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MBA Candidate, Dual Marketing Management & Global Supply Chain Management Concentrations |
Melis is an MBA candidate with a concentration in Marketing Management and Global Supply Chain Management at California State University, San Bernardino, expected to graduate in 2025. She holds a bachelor’s degree in American Studies and International Relations. Currently, she work as a Product Marketing Intern at Nextlabs and serves as a Graduate Assistant specializing in social media for CSUSB’s MBA program. Melis is actively involved as President of the American Marketing Association: San Bernardino and the Social Media Coordinator for the CSUSB Latino Business Student Association as well as SCHRM. Melis is a polyglot—native in Turkish and proficient in French and Spanish |
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Kabir Singh Suri MBA Candidate, Cybersecurity Concentration |
Kabir is a candidate for the MBA with a concentration in Cybersecurity and holds a bachelors degree in Information Systems and Technology with a concentration in Cybersecurity from California State University, San Bernardino. He is passionate about protecting digital systems and exploring innovative ways to enhance organizational security and is an active member of the Cyber Intelligence Security Organization (CISO) club and a CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) recipient. Kabir has also completed an information security internship at Citizens Business Bank, where he gained valuable experience in implementing security practices in a professional setting. Kabir enjoys attending cybersecurity conferences such as DEFCON, where he deepens his knowledge and network with professionals in the field. |
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MS IST Candidate, Business Intelligence and Analytics specialization |
My name is Shrishti, it is my pleasure to meet everyone! At Cal State, San Bernardino, Shrishti is a Master of Science student in Information Systems and Technology, specializing in Business Intelligence and Analytics. |
Celestine Nwangwu
Irene Michel 
Melis Yurdakul 
Shrishti Sharma