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Kortni Alston
MBA, Morgan State University
University previously attended Delaware State University
Degree obtained Bachelor of Arts in Communications
Country of origin United States of America
Age 33
Career History
After graduating from Delaware State University with a degree in communications concentrating in television in 1992, Kortni Alston began her career in broadcasting. She worked as a television reporter in various markets including: Philadelphia, Houston, and Youngstown, Ohio. In 2002, Time Warner and Belo hired her to launch a 24-hour news station in the Houston market. Many of her stories gained national attention on CNN. Later, Kortni co-founded, TVid, a full-service television production company. Presently, she works as the Director of News and Public Affairs for WEAA-FM, a member station of National Public Radio (NPR).
MBA Decision
The decision to return to graduate school was simple. I was eager and ready to build my knowledge of business and enhance my skills as an information broker. As a journalist it is part of my job to use information; an MBA understands the importance of leverage. Morgan State University's Earl G. Graves School of Business is providing the tools needed to develop that edge I am looking for.
On day one, the faculty teaches us the importance of thinking like an MBA. The curriculum is structured to strengthen our problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills. Classes are small enough for professors to offer personal attention and provide "air-time" for gripping exchanges.
The Morgan MBA culture is an international community like no other. Many of the students come from across the world including Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. The multiculturalism that is reflected from the student body and faculty provides a global perspective to the curriculum.
The Morgan MBA offers me the support, skills, and structure needed to accelerate my learning. Everything supports the mission of the program--"Shaping tomorrow's leaders today."
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