Josh Jones '24

Head of Corporate Development, Vanta

Biography

Why did you choose this Master's program?
Brown’s unique curriculum and faculty ultimately guided me towards applying to this program and this one alone. The breadth and depth of coverage proved to be unique and invaluable.

What made Brown's program different from other programs you considered?
Brown’s program provided world-class education in a format that allowed me to continue my career and provided the ability for me to apply my learnings immediately in real time at work.

What did you enjoy most about your program?
While both the faculty and curriculum are second to none, perhaps the most valuable component of the program is the cohort itself - the learnings gleaned and relationships built with others in my cohort have been genuinely life-changing.

What was your primary academic area of interest?
Applied Technology

What were your postgraduate goals?
Continue growing and leveraging my education to bring value to customers, shareholders, and the broader security & compliance space overall.

What did you like most about Providence?
Providence has an amazing breadth culturally, with amazing food, people, music and experiences. I had no clue what to expect when first arriving but I immediately fell in love with the city’s charm.

What advice would you give to prospective applicants?
Begin with the end in mind - ensure you align your goals with your program and schools of interest, approach each assignment and course with specific outcomes/goals established, and make sure you soak in as much of the experience as you can… it truly does fly by.