Academic Advising
School of Management: Meet Your Academic Advisor
Navigating your academic journey is crucial for your success. At the University of Michigan-Flint’s School of Management, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional guidance and support. Our academic advisors are here to help you create a personalized educational plan that aligns with your goals and aspirations.
Whether you’re exploring majors, selecting courses or seeking guidance on internships and career opportunities, your advisor is your go-to resource. They are well-versed in the diverse fields within management and can provide valuable insights into academic and professional pathways.
We encourage you to regularly meet with your academic advisor to ensure you’re on track to achieve your goals and to discuss any challenges or questions you may have. By fostering a strong relationship with your advisor, you’ll benefit from tailored advice and have someone invested in your success.
Schedule an appointment with your advisor today and take the first step toward a successful and fulfilling academic experience at the School of Management.
Rachel Gutierrez
Academic Advisor
Graduate Advising
- Programs: MBA, MBA/MSLOD, MSLOD and MS in supply chain management
- Certificates: Business and business leadership
- Post-Master’s Certificates: Accounting, finance, international business, marketing and organizational leadership
- Dual Programs: MBA/MS in computer science and information systems, MA in liberal studies/business certificate, OTD/MBA, DPT/MBA, DNP/MBA and MS in physician assistant/MBA
Undergraduate Advising
- Majors: Human resource management and supply chain management
- Minors: Human resource management and supply chain management
Brenda Harrison
Director of Student Support Services
Undergraduate Advising
- Majors: General business and the Accelerated Online Degree Completion program
- Minors: General business
- Other: Promise students
Tameka Shepard
Academic Advisor & Business Programs Recruiter
Graduate Advising
- Programs: MSA, Joint BBA/MBA, MBA/MSA and MS in applied finance
Undergraduate Advising
- Majors: Finance and accounting
- Minor: Finance
John Waldo
Academic Advisor
Undergraduate Advising
- Majors: Entrepreneurship and innovation management, international business and marketing
- Minors: Business analytics, entrepreneurship and marketing
- Certificates: Esports marketing, international business development and international market analysis
- Other: International Exchange program students
How can you make your advising appointment a success?
Your academic advisor is an important source of information, but the success of your appointment is largely dependent on you. It is important that you come to each meeting prepared. You are expected to:
- Show up for your appointment on time.
- Bring a list of questions and concerns that you would like to address.
- Bring a list of possible courses that you would like to fit into your schedule.
- Be prepared to discuss your past academic performance in detail.
- Bring a notebook or planner to write down notes or information for your next meeting.
- Be open to suggestions and understand that there may be several different ways to accomplish your goals.