Cindy G
- Research Program Mentor
MBA candidate at Cornell University
Expertise
Mergers & Acquisitions, Management Consulting
Bio
As a current MBA candidate at Cornell University, I combine my passion for business with my commitment to increasing representation of women in traditionally male-dominated fields. My academic journey has allowed me to understand what Ivy League institutions seek in prospective students, and I'm eager to share these valuable perspectives with others. Having navigated the competitive business world, I understand the unique challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for aspiring professionals. Beyond the boardroom, I enjoy dance, drawing from my background as a trained ballerina and studying dance in undergrad. My creative side also extends into the gaming world, where I built a community as a Twitch streamer during undergrad, working to create more inclusive spaces for women in gaming. These diverse experiences in dance and gaming have taught me the importance of bringing one's authentic self to every endeavor, whether it's in business strategy or artistic expression.Project ideas
Cultural Rhythms: Exploring the Integration of Traditional Dance Forms in Contemporary Choreography
My Field of Expertise: I can guide students through analyzing dance history, choreographic principles, and the evolution of cultural dance forms in modern performance. This includes understanding movement vocabulary from various dance traditions, musical interpretation, and choreographic composition. Student Learning Outcomes: Understanding of cultural dance forms and their historical context, Principles of choreographic composition and movement analysis, Research methodology in dance studies, Documentation and notation of dance movements, Cross-cultural appreciation and respectful integration of dance traditions. Students will research specific cultural dance forms through academic sources, video archives, and interviews with dance practitioners. They'll analyze signature movements, rhythmic patterns, and cultural significance. This research phase includes movement workshops to physically understand the dance forms being studied.
M&A Analysis: Building a Case for Disney's Acquisition of Pixar
Field of Expertise: I can guide students through understanding corporate strategy, valuation basics, and deal analysis using a well-known acquisition case. We'll explore key concepts like synergies, company valuation methods, and post-merger integration, using simplified frameworks appropriate for high school students. Student Learning Outcomes: Understanding of basic M&A terminology and concepts, Introduction to financial analysis and valuation methods, Development of business research and presentation skills, Critical thinking about business strategy, Basic understanding of stock markets and corporate ownership Students will analyze public information about both companies before the merger, including annual reports, news articles, and market data. They'll create simplified financial models using Excel, research industry trends, and study the entertainment market landscape. They'll also examine post-merger outcomes to evaluate the deal's success.