School News | Stern’s Luxury & Retail MBA Program is highlighted; Associate Director of Career Coaching Laura Towey is quoted: “What Recruiters Actually Look for in Luxury Brand Management from MBA Hires.”

Stern’s Luxury & Retail MBA Program is highlighted; Associate Director of Career Coaching Laura Towey is quoted: “What Recruiters Actually Look for in Luxury Brand Management from MBA Hires.”

— June 24, 2026

Excerpt from FindMBA -- “‘The strongest MBA candidates move beyond saying their career motivation is ‘I love luxury’ to being a candidate who has 1) a holistic view of the business and 2) the ability to view the brand through the eyes of the consumer,’ stated Towey in an emailed response.

“‘Strong applicants understand that luxury is not just a beautiful product. It is trust, understanding the customer, honoring a legacy, and consistent high performance.’”

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Stern’s Luxury & Retail MBA Program is highlighted; Associate Director of Career Coaching Laura Towey is quoted: “What Recruiters Actually Look for in Luxury Brand Management from MBA Hires.”