Maureen Tomlinson
Program/Grad Years: Laurier MBA CMA 2005
Previous Education: Double major in Economics and Psychology, Wilfrid Laurier University
Employment prior to the Laurier MBA: Gore Mutual Insurance, DWL Incorporated
Current Employment: Director of Business Services, IT, Economical Insurance Group
How did the Laurier MBA help your career?
The Laurier MBA helped me by providing real life examples (cases) to build a foundational understanding of key strategy and business concepts. The tools and techniques I gained are still used everyday. The group work allowed for personal growth in understanding diverse styles, personalities and expertise honing my leadership skills.
What opportunities has your MBA degree provided?
My MBA has provided opportunities to be recognized as having the key components to be an effective leader and contributor to my organization and its objectives. From the time I started my MBA, I moved from being a consulting analyst, to a project manager, initiative manager, program manager and now director in an IT department of ~350.
What did you like most about your Laurier experience?
Primarily the depth of learning. Within the comfort of the classroom and my fellow students, I was able to stretch my wings to understand as many aspects of the learnings I wanted. In addition the life long friendships and fostered capability to continue to learn in all that I do.
What are your career aspirations?
To be a senior executive of a strategic business unit. I am very proud of is the fact that I had two of my children during the program (not at the same time) demonstrating that it is possible to be mother, professional and student all at the same time!