Bringing Value to NASA as a Resource Analyst

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In this video, we follow the journey of a resource analyst at NASA who leverages her education from the Technical Management Graduate Program at UMBC to bring value to her work. Marissa Jagarnath, M.P.S. ’22 Technical Management, explains how her education has helped her to better understand the technical and managerial aspects of her role, and how she is able to apply this knowledge to improve processes and decision-making at NASA. This podcast episode offers valuable insights into the ways in which education can make a difference in the workplace.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro and welcome
1:09 Path to graduate school
3:33 Working at NASA
6:52 Figuring out what you don’t want to do
8:16 Expectations of graduate school
10:47 Graduate school interactions
13:41 Biggest takeaway
15:10 Pacing oneself is key
17:54 Favorite quote
About the Technical Management Program at UMBC
The program prepares students to be effective leaders and problem-solvers in a range of industries, including aerospace and technology. Whether you're a student looking to pursue a career in technical management or a professional seeking to enhance your skills, the M.P.S. Technical Management program at UMBC can help you get there.