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Alumni Ambassador: Nikki Prudencio
Location: Diamond Bar, CA
Employment: Release Quality Engineering Lead, Liferay, Inc
Undergraduate degree: Industrial Engineering, Saint Louis University, Philippines
Hobbies: Reading, traveling, going to sports events whether professional sports or my kids’ sports games.
Program(s): Business Analytics graduate certificate
Status in program: Graduated Fall 2025
Favorite graduate course: BAN 840: Predictive Analytics for Business
Why I chose Penn State: The program was highly appealing due to the exceptional value it offered: a competitive tuition, an extensive alumni network, and the precise blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge I was looking for.
What makes this program valuable to you: The program equipped me with immediately applicable practical skills, which is a significant asset in my current position and will be essential for my continued professional growth.
What advice would you offer to new or prospective students? Thoroughly research the program you are choosing since it is an investment in your time and finances. If a program aligns with your professional goals, the coursework becomes interesting, engaging, and more than just requirements to graduate.
