Amina Tipu, Johns Hopkins Carey MBA Class of 2028
Age: 27
Hometown: Wappingers Falls, NY
Undergraduate Institution and Major: Binghamton University, Psychology
Pre-MBA Work Experience: Management Engineer, Montefiore Medical Center, 1 year; Advisory Services Analyst/Project Manager, Mathematica, 2 years; IT Program Manager, Mathematica, 1 year
Why did you make the decision to attend business school? Why now?
Moving into a role as an IT Program Manager at a research and consulting firm like Mathematica, many of the conversations and teams I was joining were utilizing business terminology and principles that were novel to me. As I was tasked with oversight of a portfolio of work, I found it critical for me to expand my knowledge base in the business domain and hence my decision to attend business school. I see now as the ideal time to do so in an ever changing and multi-disciplinary world of work.
Why did you choose Johns Hopkins Carey? What factors figured most prominently into your decision of where to attend?
Johns Hopkins is the first research university in the United States and the deep history and commitment to excellence initially drew me in. Carey provides a closer-knit cohort experience, personalized 1:1 career coaching, and extensive support for professional development and overall, in the pursuit of a business degree. These factors were most impactful in my decision to enroll at Carey Business School.
What do you think is your most valuable or differentiating contribution to the Class of 2028?
My blended liberal arts and technical background from my bachelor’s and prior master’s degree and experience in consulting prior to enrolling in business school is my most differentiating contribution to the Class of 2028.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself that did not get included on your application:
I have given a speech at four of my close friends’ weddings and counting!
Post-MBA career interests:
Program Management, Technology sector
Healthcare industry angle, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Medical Technology, Life Sciences, Digital Transformation
Advice for Current Prospective Applicants:
–What is one thing you would absolutely do again as part of your application process?
I would highly advise utilizing resources such as the programming and preparation courses that the Forté Foundation offers. I enrolled in MBALaunch, MBA Takeoff, and even attended the annual Womens Leadership Conference they hosted this year in June 2026 in Atlanta. Looking ahead, I will be attending the Virtual Womens Leadership Conference coming up soon in October 2026. Each opportunity has been a wonderful way to meet fellow applicants, stay on track and make progress on my applications, whilst building meaningful connections.
–What is one thing you would change or do differently?
I would connect with admissions even earlier than I did in my application process. I felt that really personalized my application and allowed me an insider’s lens into the program and what the next two years would bring.
–What is one part you would have skipped if you could—and what helped you get through it?
I would have skipped any hesitation that arose around making the decision to pursue an MBA. I found speaking to current MBA students and alumni helped me stay grounded and develop my rationale for making this decision to invest in my future through pursuing this degree.
What is your initial impression of the JH Carey students/culture/community?
My read was JH Carey affiliated students were ambitious, action orientated, and grounded. I attended a preview day prior to being admitted as well as admitted students’ day and that feeling held true through meeting students on both days. The culture felt highly structured and intentional to encourage growth and collaboration in the MBA experience, whilst the community felt connected and responsive.
What student organizations have you joined/are you hoping to join and why?
I am hoping to join both Women in Business at JH Carey as well as Graduate Healthcare Business Association as a first-year student. WiB due to the strong connection and commitment I had gained to advancing women in business through Forté Foundation programming and to create a strong network within the school. GHBA due to my background in working in a health system and also consulting on projects for multiple healthcare clientele ranging from the private, public, to non-profit sector.
What is one thing you have learned about JH Carey that has surprised you?
I was surprised at the level of care and attention to detail to learn about incoming MBA students that faculty, staff, and senior leadership at JH Carey have taken.
What is one thing you are most excited about in your first year?
I am most excited to expand my horizons, learn more about myself, my interests, my capabilities, and my areas for growth and development. All in all, I am looking forward to the transformation that I suspect I will undergo in a year; which will be full of competing priorities, experiences, and lots of exposure to new people and ideas.
