FOUNDER'S MESSAGE
Welcome to MAST
The world doesn't stand still — and neither should we. What separates those who lead from those who follow is not just knowledge, but the ability to think clearly, adapt boldly, and grow together.
MAST was built on that belief. We choose discomfort over complacency — looking beyond our own fields and asking harder questions.
We believe in multidisciplinary thinking. MAST exists to expand the toolbox — connecting dots across industries and disciplines that others might never think to combine.
And above all, we believe in people. Through our network of Korean professionals and alumni worldwide, we build connections that last well beyond graduation.
— Daniel Ryu, Founder
OUR PURPOSE
Mission & Vision
Mission
To cultivate leaders who read change before it happens — equipping members with the critical thinking, strategic perspective, and global network to lead in any industry.
Vision
A community where choosing discomfort is the norm — where multidisciplinary thinking and genuine human connection drive lasting impact far beyond the classroom.
How We Work
We apply strategic thinking to real problems through case-based sessions, collaborative projects, and industry partnerships. Members bring perspectives from different disciplines to study questions, develop ideas, and learn together.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our Core Values
These principles guide every decision we make, every event we run, and every member we welcome — rooted in the belief that discomfort, curiosity, and connection are what drive lasting growth.
For 2026–27, new leadership is translating these same values into a more advanced, rigorous, and application-driven curriculum through case-based learning, collaborative projects, and industry collaboration.
Discomfort over Complacency
We choose challenge over comfort — pushing beyond familiar boundaries is where real growth begins.
Multidisciplinary Thinking
We connect ideas across industries and disciplines — because the most valuable insights live at the intersection.
People & Community
We invest in each other. Genuine relationships and mutual support are the foundation of everything we build.
Global Network
We stay connected — with Korean professionals and alumni worldwide — so that every member carries that network long after graduation.
OUR JOURNEY
History
MAST Founded
MAST was established at Indiana University with a founding cohort of strategic thinkers committed to bridging business theory and practice.
Alumni Career Workshop
Invited MAST alumni working at top consulting and business firms to share firsthand career insights with current members through an interactive employment workshop.
Second Alumni Career Workshop
Hosted a second alumni career workshop, expanding the program with one-on-one mentorship sessions, mock interviews, and recruiting strategy discussions with professionals across multiple industries.
New Leadership, Advanced Curriculum
Under new leadership for 2026–27, MAST began a more advanced, rigorous, and application-driven curriculum. Building on its founding philosophy, this new chapter translates MAST's Core Values into case-based learning, collaborative projects, and industry collaboration.