Charlos Ward

Home State: Texas

What have been your primary job functions in your career?

• Business Development/Sales
• General Management
• Project Management

What industries have you worked in?

• Energy/Sustainability

What is your current job title?

Senior Manager

What is your current company? 

BP

Why did you select Rice Business for your MBA? 

I selected Rice Business due to its strong brand reputation and access to other prominent programs and resources at the university. I also attended Rice as an undergraduate engineering student. 

How has Rice helped you with your career? 

Rice has helped me build my network. In addition, I have taken courses at the best school post graduation at the deep discounted rate to keep my business skills current.

What is the most important advice you’d like to share with prospective and current students?

Rice creates the environment to try new things, fail forward and succeed. You'll get the best value from your time at Rice if you purposefully go beyond your comfort zone every day.

What have you valued most in the Rice black student and / or alumni network? 

Lifelong friendships and support