MBA Testimonials

By participating in the TI:GER program, I have learned how to build a startup step by step. The skills I've gained in finance, marketing, technology, and valuations will support me in launching entrepreneurial ventures and enhance my effectiveness in any professional role I'll pursue throughout my career.

I joined the TI:GER program to gain a better understanding of what it takes to develop a venture from just an idea. Through this program, I have not only gained real-world exposure to all areas of the innovation process but also acquired the ability to leverage these learnings in my current job.

I have enjoyed working with incredible startups through the TI:GER program in the Space stream. I used my previous background in aerospace, and learned new ways to apply these skills in business. The exposure to the C-level executives as part of the greater academic community at Georgia Tech makes this program worth the commitment.

I am thankful for my experience in TI:GER. TI:GER has given me the tools to harness the skills gained in my previous master's and Ph.D. training to develop a strategy for establishing and growing a new venture. All the concepts and skills I've learned in TI:GER have been used in my current role.

TI:GER provides a solid dependable team, an extremely structured academic framework and super well connected and experienced network to make things happen. This program was the single most awesome experience in my entire educational experience till date.

TI:GER prepared me for a corporate position. I can apply the knowledge I gathered through this program to my next position and anything I strive to accomplish later in life. My experiences and the relationships I created are a phenomenal basis for continued growth in business strategy and entrepreneurship.

TI:GER was a great help in navigating the university commercialization process, identifying and attracting the people we needed to get on board to make it happen, and understanding intellectual property issues.

The TI:GER program has been a highlight of my MBA experience. Encouraged by two classmates, joining was one of my best decisions. TI:GER has transformed my approach to developing new products and communicating their market value. The frameworks for evaluating ideas and opportunities are applicable across industries, proving invaluable as one's career progresses. The program fosters strategic, creative thinking while blending theoretical learning with hands-on application. Thanks to my classmates, Dr. Giuliano, and the TI:GER program, I am now well-prepared to excel in technology and innovation.

Being a part of the TI:GER program has been an exceptional experience for me. It has taught me how to select successful ventures and has given me an insight into the process of work. Even if I do not plan on starting my own business or working with a startup, the knowledge and skills gained from this program will be extremely beneficial for any role in strategy.

TI:GER answered longstanding questions I had about the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship in ways I have not seen in many years of working in R&D. Professor Giuliano brings a true depth of entrepreneurial experience to bear with leading curriculum through this program and I am already putting it to good use.

One of the biggest benefits of TI:GER is the interdisciplinary nature of the teams. In my product management role I interact with marketing, sales, legal, and technical teams developing new products and initiatives. The intellectual property aspect of TI:GER provides a great foundation for my involvement in the patent inventory of my business unit.

Participate in the TI:GER program has been an incredible experience amid the Covid-19 pandemic. I'm nearing the end of my MBA journey and this experience is one that has had profound impact on me professionally and personally. We are all living history right now in the pandemic, and the opportunity to actively contribute to public health and economic recovery efforts is something that a traditional classroom or a case study simply can't capture.

I found the TI:GER program to be the crown jewel of the Scheller MBA program. It equips you with a systematic methodology to approach the venture world, with real-world speakers, mentorship, and a professor that has walked the road himself. I learned countless skills and ways of thinking that I can bring back to my work in Product Management. I highly recommend this program to MBA and PhD student in the Georgia Tech ecosystem. Seeing real ventures, mentors, investors, and more teaches you what it takes to succeed. Exposure to real ventures' failures and success helps you understand things about yourself that can help you grow and learn how to drive value.

I am grateful for the invaluable experiences I gained from the TI:GER program. The program provided a multidisciplinary approach to technology innovation and commercialization. In addition to learning from the lectures which covered topics ranging from Intellectual Property Law to Marketing Strategy tools, I also learned from my TI:GER classmates. My classmates were law students, PhD students, and MBAs. We shared our professional experiences and built skills together. The hands-on projects of TI:GER have significantly enhanced my resume. I participated in consulting projects and the development of a commercialization plan for a PhD candidate. The TI:GER program is the highlight of my Scheller experience.

As a Biomedical Engineer with a professional background in MedTech and R&D, I have a passion for innovation and product development. TI:GER allowed me to develop my own tech-based venture and seamlessly apply those insights to an existing venture. Among the various courses in my MBA journey, the TI:GER program stands out as the most practical and impactful; its lessons have proven directly applicable and beneficial to my other coursework and practicums while expanding how I approach my day-to-day work.

The TI:GER program has given me valuable experience in real-life market research and the requirements for successful technology innovation. I also developed lifelong friendships with my team which taught me how to work with diversity and difference. I used the TI:GER experience in Amazon's interview and successfully landed the Senior Product Manager position. I am excited to apply what I learned from TI:GER in launching useful and impactful products in my next role at Amazon.

My experience in the TI:GER Program has been phenomenal! Upon hearing about the program at an information session, I knew Scheller was the place for me. The opportunity to learn about creating a new venture has proved invaluable to my entrepreneurship aspirations. The ability to finish the program by solving real problems for a leading-edge venture was an amazing experience that only affirmed my decision to become part of the TI:GER family. I am confident that the knowledge, skills, and relationships I’ve built through TI:GER will be the catalyst to success in future entrepreneurial ventures.

When mentors tell you to make sure you're not the smartest person in the room, TI:GER takes that up a notch. I have learned just as much, if not more, from my colleagues and classmates with diverse backgrounds and business innovation approaches.

I started my company while enrolled in TI:GER. Through the program I connected with some of the brightest minds in the local technology scene. I raised my first seed round through these TI:GER connections which accelerated the growth of my company.

TI:GER influenced my choice to attend Scheller. I couldn't pass up the chance to team up with Georgia Tech PhD students, blending their deep research expertise with my business skills to commercialize cutting-edge research and create new ventures. The experience has been incredible - I worked with an amazing team developing AI/ML technologies to enhance drug discovery in the pharmaceutical industry. It opened my eyes to healthcare innovations, an industry I've always been passionate about. TI:GER taught me crucial skills in customer discovery, financial modeling, and validating business ideas, essential for many roles. This hands-on experience has transformed my career aspirations.

The TI:GER program has been pivotal in helping me explore emerging opportunities at the intersection of technology and social impact. It connected me with industry experts, expanding my network and opening new career paths. The knowledge and experience I gained through TI:GER has also given me the confidence to pursue my entrepreneurial goals, equipping me with the tools and insights I need to succeed.

TI:GER changed my approach to product development and business strategy, providing expert guidance that empowered me to create scalable solutions for unmet needs. Its methodologies inspired my MBA pursuit at Georgia Tech, helping me launch projects clearly and precisely. TI:GER enhanced my ability to build Go-to-Market strategies and conduct customer interviews, while mentorship boosted my entrepreneurial confidence. TI:GER requires significant effort, but it offers the knowledge and experience to identify industry opportunities, create a viable plan, and execute.

TI:GER helped me transition my career into consulting. It helped me build core consulting skills for my success, including team management, project delivery and persuasive communication.

TI:GER transformed my perspective on product development and business strategy. The program's unique blend of instruction and exposure to experts encouraged me to build scalable businesses that target unmet needs. With my desire to work at the intersection of technology and media, TI:GER helped me narrow my entrepreneurial ambitions with confidence and conviction.

In my job search, the TI:GER experience really helped me stand out from the pack. The firm I work for likes an entrepreneurial mindset in its consultants. TI:GER gave me a deep understanding of how to get a startup business off the ground and what obstacles you might face.

The TI:GER program has given me the invaluable opportunity to take an innovative technology concept and develop it into a viable business model. Through comprehensive market research, including customer discovery, PESTEL analysis, and business model development, I have honed my business development skills in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The program has allowed me to leverage my technical background and apply creative yet practical solutions, preparing me to drive real-world business success for emerging technologies in today’s competitive landscape. The curriculum of this program has inspired me to seek business development roles involving technological licensing at Georgia Tech. I aim to assist faculty and young entrepreneurs in taking the initial steps to develop their business model design and identify the customers they can serve with their technology.

The exciting part about TI:GER for me is that it extends beyond school. I know that I will use what I have learned in TI:GER as I explore entrepreneurship in my career.

As a full time entrepreneur during the program, the TI:GER program helped to familiarize me with the fundraising process and strategies to employ during our own seed round.

The TI:GER program has given me the groundwork for the steps I need to take to start a business. The program has also taught me how to pitch to venture capital investors.

TI:GER has allowed me to bridge my technical background with business strategies through real-world projects and invaluable networking. Engaging with experts in the startup ecosystem has provided crucial insights into navigating a rapidly evolving technological world.

I always had ideas for startup businesses but didn’t know where to start, who to ask, or what steps to take. Through the TI:GER program, I’ve gained skills in in-depth market research and validating business concepts. I’ve learned how to assess and develop my ideas critically. I've also built a network of mentors, industry experts, and peers who offer invaluable guidance and support. TI:GER has equipped me with the knowledge, connections, and resources to confidently navigate the entrepreneurial landscape and turn ideas into viable ventures.

The TI:GER program allowed me to apply my MBA skills to tackle a pressing global health crisis.

TI:GER has been one of the most informative and transformational classes I’ve taken at Scheller. I now feel confident leading go-to-market strategies thanks to the knowledge I’ve gained and the network I’ve been introduced to.

The TI:GER program was easily the best choice I have made since enrolling in the Evening MBA program. I have been challenged every step of the way and have learned more than I thought possible. My experience in TI:GER led me to my new job as a Venture Manager for CDL. I get to apply what I'm learning in the classroom at work every day, and the work I do each day complements my coursework.

TI:GER is a highly valuable program. In the classroom, I learned multi-disciplinary subject matters in both areas of Business and Law and applied them in the real-world. Today, I work in Banking and have started my own company, leveraging skills and knowledge that I acquired from TI:GER. In addition, TI:GER provides networking opportunities and deepen relationships among peers and colleagues. Thanks to TI:GER, I've gained not only invaluable skills, but also amazing network of colleagues and strong friendships.

I am immensely grateful for the invaluable learning experiences and skills I acquired from the TI:GER program. This 1.5-year immersive learning program provides a fresh perspective on how emerging business leaders can approach systematic innovation and technology innovation while cultivating a strong entrepreneurial mindset. By far, the TI:GER program is the highlight of my Scheller MBA experience.

TI:GER cultivated the opportunity to grow my entrepreneurial spirit and gather the tools necessary for developing ventures. Professor Giuliano has a wealth of knowledge and connections, which he enthusiastically shares with us. I have learned a mini-MBA through TI:GER's classroom and hands-on experience, which has given me the confidence to pursue and execute entrepreneurial ventures.

TI:GER is a rare opportunity to work with complex technologies in their infancy, and build out a robust commercialization plan from the ground up. The program imposes all the real world challenges facing entrepreneurs, and paints an accurate portrait of what it takes to lead a new venture. I experienced first-hand what it's like to transform a lab experiment into a product, identify viable market opportunities, garner feedback from interview industry leaders and customers, and design a funding strategy to launch and grow the business. In addition to all the skills gained, the experience serves as a poignant conversation piece that any business professional or potential employer will admire.

TI:GER changed my life by equipping me with valuable tools and resources that I've applied to my consulting project and personal projects. It provided a supportive environment for me to examine business practices and understand how major corporations innovate. Its emphasis on technology innovation within Fortune 500 companies is impressive. TI:GER is a highlight of my MBA journey, and I'm excited to become the best businessman Georgia Tech has ever seen!

TI:GER opened doors to the entire Atlanta tech ecosystem. I still leverage the connections with business insiders that I made during the program. The ability to work on cross-functional teams is on every major company's radar. That's exactly the type of hands-on experience TI:GER offers. I can't even count how many times I brought up TI:GER during my interviews.

TI:GER stands out as one of the most transformative and practical academic programs I've experienced. The hands-on coursework challenges students to identify core business problems, craft effective business strategies, and confidently drive execution. I highly recommend the program for those interested in business strategy and innovation.

My interactions with the TI:GER program have already helped me in my career by seeing and learning how to start a business in the health care sector and how to use the essential toolset needed to take an invention and turn it into an innovation - ultimately witnessing a 'bench to bedside' technology innovation process to create a successful business.

The TI:GER program has continued to benefit me in a variety of business roles since I graduated in 2011. The core innovation concepts in the program will apply to nearly any role or industry, and allow TI:GER graduates to stand out from their peers in the job market. The TI:GER program uniquely combines faculty experts and coursework, successful entrepreneurs and investors, and real-world applications to give students a broad understanding of technology innovation. Whether you are looking to start a new venture or bring a fresh, strategic approach to an established Company, the TI:GER program will teach you the path to make it happen.

TI:GER is the reason that I chose to attend Scheller College of Business, and it exceeded my expectations. Through three semesters of hands-on experience, I learned how to generate ideas and create and capture strategic value. I am excited to apply what I learned from TI:GER!

The TI:GER program has been a focal point of my Scheller MBA journey. I'm grateful for all the lessons and skills I learned, covering every aspect of business, from mapping competitive market landscapes to developing financial model scenarios and business strategies. TI:GER’s emphasis on effective product/service launch strategies, including market entry, pricing, and business models, ensures a comprehensive understanding of business dynamics. Professor Giuliano's approach bridges theory and application, fostering innovation and strategic thinking while inspiring students to embody an entrepreneurial spirit and determination. TI:GER has been pivotal in shaping my MBA journey, equipping me with a holistic business skill set and instilling me with confidence in my ability and the value of my work.

Through TI:GER, I learned how to apply analytical tools and frameworks to solve complex problems, identify and validate market opportunities, and create and communicate value propositions. TI:GER has been an invaluable and rewarding experience for me, and I highly recommend it to anyone pursuing a career in technology innovation.

TI:GER transformed me as an entrepreneur. The program provided me with practical education, combining classroom instruction, hands-on technology and innovation projects, and real-world experience. With industry mentors and a committed professor, I gained invaluable insights into entrepreneurship. The launch of my business during my TI:GER tenure is a vivid testament to its profound influence on my entrepreneurial mindset.

TI:GER has allowed me to broaden my entrepreneurial creativity and skills. The program has brought me connections with many experienced and successful founders, lawyers, investors, accountants, and other advisers. The hands-on experience has given me the confidence to take an idea from conception, work with investors to grow a business, and value a startup.

TI:GER was the highlight of my MBA experience! TI:GER's combination of class, experiences, and the mentors you get to interact with helped lay the foundation for success in the start up world!

The TI:GER program is the highlight of my MBA experience. I joined TI:GER to learn how to start a business and have a framework for evaluating future ideas and opportunities. I created a tech startup with other Scheller grads thanks to the program.

TI:GER is the reason I attended Scheller and was one of the most relevant experiences I had while in the MBA program. The unique combination of hands-on, cross-functional projects involving all aspects of developing an innovation plan for an early-stage technology was invaluable to my professional development. These insights have allowed me to think critically about how I analyze new products, markets, and business models.

TIGER is an incredible opportunity if you are looking to build a career commercializing new technology. As a Product Manager in technology and digital media, I leverage learnings from TIGER every day. I built lasting relationships and strengthened my communication skills working so closely with my classmates.

Being part of the TI:GER program has been an exceptional experience at Scheller. It's exhilarating to participate in a program where you can witness the concrete impact of your contributions.

TI:GER offers exclusive access to the intersection of business, technology, and innovation. From ideation to execution, it provides a comprehensive experience that brings entrepreneurship to life. Throughout the program, I gained hands-on exposure to critical areas such as customer discovery, market and industry analysis, designing a business model, developing a product plan, creating go-to-market strategies, and pitching ideas effectively to investors. This experience has sharpened my entrepreneurial mindset, equipping me with the skills and expertise to not only ideate but also deliver innovative products that will transform the technology sector. It has been the most rewarding experience of my MBA.

Through real world applications and direct support of local and global companies, TI:GER provided me with the right skillset and experience to successfully launch my career into the consulting industry.

TI:GER armed me with the mental models and frameworks to pursue and excel in a career within corporate venture capital. I've found a new love for evaluating and advising startups because of the high technology and innovation fundamentals I gained from TI:GER.

Participating in the TI:GER program has been a great educational opportunity to learn from experienced entrepreneurs, executives, and government officials on how to approach developing an innovation and bringing it to the market so it provides value to society. The experience has also been inspiring as it has opened my eyes to all the unique ways ventures are trying to provide relief from COVID-19 through their innovations.

The TI:GER program is one of the reasons I decided to pursue my MBA at Scheller.  This program has provided me with invaluable knowledge for pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors and has expanded my knowledge of strategy and innovation.  Professor Giuliano has been a great resource, facilitating connections with experienced guest speakers who shared insights from years of real-world experience.  This program has been a highlight of my MBA experience.

TI:GER helped me develop my startup, NanoCliq, an early-stage vaccine company. I gained all the tools necessary and joined my startup team through the TI:GER program.

TI:GER offered a structured, hands-on approach to take my ideas from 0 to 1, often the most challenging step in innovation. Collaborating with PhD teammates offered fresh perspectives that reshaped my problem-solving approach. The diverse backgrounds of my classmates helped me broaden my thinking significantly. Professor Giuliano’s exceptional support throughout the program made this experience truly outstanding. I am confident that the skills and insights I gained will be invaluable as I enter the business world.

I not only learned to collaborate with PhD, JD, and MBA students but I also made lifelong friendships. I was always passionate about working in an intrapreneurial environment, and TI:GER taught me how to develop a startup, design and develop a product, and talk to decision makers to obtain the required funding and approvals to transform my visions into reality.

TIGER gave me hands-on, practical experience dealing with the unique, complex challenges that teams encounter when bringing cutting edge technology to market. My experiences in this class shaped the way I think about business strategy, marketing, pricing, product development, and innovation in general. The skills I developed in this course helped me excel in my internship and I have no doubt that they'll be useful throughout the remainder of my career.

TI:GER pushed me to step beyond the classroom by putting MBA course theory into practice. I not only learned how to develop a complete business plan for my startup but also to speak confidently to potential investors.

The TI:GER program has broadened my entrepreneurial skillset. It has helped me grow beyond my technical background and better understand the startup process, conduct effective market research, develop value propositions, and understand fundamental financial and legal considerations for new products and new ventures.

Being able to participate in the TI:GER program has been a valuable experience. I choose to join TI:GER because of its hands-on experience and real-world applicability. My interests lie at the intersection between business and technology, so there isn't any other program I would rather be a part of.

The TI:GER program was the capstone of my education at Georgia Tech, teaching me to apply precision and scientific analysis to virtually any business problem or innovation. This practical experience enabled me to leverage my business knowledge for strategic innovation, significantly enriching my graduate studies. I was humbled and inspired by the depth of knowledge and unwavering commitment demonstrated by the faculty, staff, founders, and fellow students. I highly recommend the TI:GER program to future leaders and innovators – it transformed my approach to problem-solving, enhancing my analytical, focus, and strategic skills.

TI:GER helped me discover my passions in business in order to best chart my path. To this day, I've been using the skills learned in the program at every step in my career progression...from start-up to corporation.

TI:GER has been a transformative experience, equipping me with the tools to convert invention into innovation and develop the mindset needed to become an entrepreneur. Through the project, I gained critical insights into evaluating Total Addressable Market (TAM), Serviceable Available Market (SAM), and identifying our beachhead market, which allows me to prioritize projects more effectively. The amazing tools and resources provided through TI:GER have not only shaped my entrepreneurial skills but also helped me become a more effective employee, capable of making informed, strategic decisions that drive growth and innovation in my current role.

The TI:GER program was the selling point for pursuing my MBA at Scheller College of Business. It has been an incredible experience that has deepened my passion for entrepreneurship and problem-solving, challenging me to think creatively and strategically. I look forward to utilizing my TI:GER experience as a Product Manager in the short term while keeping the doors open for an entrepreneurial venture in the long run.

The TI:GER program was the most valuable of my MBA program as it allowed me to pull everything together in a practical way. I learned how to create a business plan and launch a product which has helped me tremendously throughout my career.

TI:GER was one of the most valuable components of my MBA experience. Although I work in a large fortune 100 company, the experience I gained in developing and presenting business plans is relevant to my career every day!

In TI:GER, I'm working with a startup focused on creating a wearable proximity monitoring device that aims to improve the effectiveness of social distancing practices within businesses. Studying content in class is informative but seeing real-world examples and application of what we've studied enriches the content. I have learned more about what mentors and investors are looking for, and what they are not looking for, and why.

TI:GER has been a real highlight of my MBA experience! It has allowed me to gain first-hand knowledge in the business of technology innovation and the startup environment. With all I've learned in the program, I am confident I can ideate and deliver innovative projects that will transform the retail industry. TI:GER also provides a unique opportunity to have a real impact on an innovative startup's trajectory.

As a PhD student and post-doc, I often worked with very impactful research that didn't seem like it would ever get the traction it deserved outside of the research sphere. TI:GER has taught me how to bridge the gap between research and business so that those impactful projects can become successful new ventures. Regardless of the field I pursue after graduation, the skills I've built through TI:GER, interviewing, business strategy, financial projections, and patent law, among others, will continue to be useful and to shape the projects I work on in the future.

During the TI:GER program, I collaborated with innovative startups and learned from world-class business experts.

I cannot recommend TI:GER enough, my experience has been nothing but exceptional. The practical approach  is absolutely critical, and has made all the difference.

The TI:GER program provides a distinctive opportunity for students to collaborate with deep-tech startups and projects and develop strategies for real-world business applications. I am excited to apply the skills and experiences I gained at TI:GER to all my future endeavors.

The TI:GER program is an absolutely unique offering that gave me invaluable hands-on exposure to everything that touches technology innovation: Market Analysis, Customer Discovery, Industry Analysis, Technology Analysis, IP Strategy, Business Model Formation, Financial Modeling and more. This program was incredible for my personal development and the experience was integral to my successful job search. I plan to make use of the skills I developed throughout the process for many years to come.

The TI:GER program was the best part of my MBA experience and the skills and relationships I developed during the practicum continues to make an impact on my career to this day. The program's emphasis on business valuation has really helped me in my corporate role working with biomedical companies to determine the value of medical devices at different stages of development.

TI:GER has been an exceptional program that has greatly enhanced my understanding of technology innovation. As a former entrepreneur and current big tech product marketing aspirant, TI:GER provided invaluable experience in customer discovery and go-to-market strategies. The program has refined my skills and boosted my confidence in applying these competencies to corporate strategies and new startup ventures. I am grateful for the practical knowledge and insights gained, which have prepared me to excel in the dynamic world of technology and innovation.

The skills I learned in TI:GER have given me the versatility to blend the worlds of technology and business. This rare value-add has allowed me to effectively launch user-centered products with real- world impact.

The TI:GER program is an absolutely unique offering that gave me the opportunity to get hands-on experience work in cross-functional teams for different perspective and stage tech startups ideas. The experience in TI:GER set me success in learning a new tech faster, and could allocate the source to support the project even they are not in my tech background. The knowledge of how to be successful in the early stage of a venture is extremely beneficial for any strategy role.

I applied to Scheller because of the TI:GER program. Its unique curriculum and all-encompassing entrepreneurial experience, gained from cohort team assignments, have provided me with firsthand exposure to the challenges and decisions one would need to address and overcome in today’s startup climate.

- Learned how to evaluate a market and technology together to understand a path to commercialization.
- Learned how to build a team with diverse skills and experiences to best take a product to market.
- Gained experience in the nuts and bolts of corporate formation and contracts, as well as patents and licensing, that lay the foundation for a startup and fundraising.
- Built a network that has helped me in the years since I left Georgia Tech.