Jessica Tobiason
About Jessica Tobiason
Jessica Tobiason serves as the Director of MBA Program Technology at Harvard Business School, where she manages the technology budget and oversees the technology roadmap for MBA students and administrative functions. She has a background in Math-Economics from Wesleyan University and has held various technology roles at Harvard Business School since 2005.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Jessica Tobiason serves as the Director of MBA Program Technology at Harvard Business School. In this role, she manages the MBA technology budget, ensuring that it aligns with the strategic goals of the institution. She oversees the creation and maintenance of the technology roadmap that supports both MBA students and administrative functions. Additionally, she sponsors MBA security initiatives and collaborates with Associate Directors to support ongoing projects.
Previous Positions at Harvard Business School
Before her current position, Jessica Tobiason held several roles at Harvard Business School. She worked as the Associate Director of MBA Technology and Operations from 2007 to 2010. Prior to that, she served as a Technology Advisor in the Information Technology Group from 2005 to 2007. Her experience in these roles contributed to her understanding of the technological needs of the MBA program.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Tobiason earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Math-Economics from Wesleyan University, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and economic principles, which she applies in her current role managing technology for the MBA program.
Collaboration Across Departments
In her role at Harvard Business School, Jessica Tobiason acts as a liaison to senior managers across various departments. She collaborates with teams in ITG, Marketing and Communications, Operations, and KLS. This cross-departmental collaboration is essential for aligning technology initiatives with the broader objectives of the MBA program.