MBA Students Bring Management Expertise to Miller-Valentine

 

Project Overview

Description of the Company:

As a leader in commercial real estate, Miller-Valentine Group has developed over 35 million square feet of business space over past 30 years. Their interest is in long-term, total commitment to quality, value, and service, as well as a long-term commitment to the local community. Miller-Valentine Group is a company of dedicated Associates and suppliers whose goal is to provide the best possible products and services while exceeding the customers' expectations.

Company’s Business Problem:
Miller-Valentine Group wanted to fine-tune various aspects of their Human Resource Department. 

How the student contributed:
The students developed a Human Resource Audit for the Miller-Valentine Group. 

Link to company’s website: www.mvg.com

Company Value

“The hardest thing in business life is to see yourself.  The student project presented a mirror for the company to better view its operations.”           
                   John Deitz, Miller Valentine Group Chief of
                   Association  Organizational Development

“The MBA students provided high quality, thorough work while maintaining professionalism throughout the project.”
                   Cindy Grady, Director of Human Resources
 

Student Value

"Working on a project for this community business helped improve my strategic management skill since I was able to see the impact of my work on company. This interaction with the company provided me with a sense of confidence."
                     Cynthia Garber
 

MBA Student Project Team

Gordon Mackenzie, Jennifer Haller, Anthony Brown, Cynthia Garber, Marc Kielkucki