Kimberly Cyrus Advances Higher Ed Career with Bellarmine MBA
Kimberly Cyrus, Executive Director of Development at Ivy Tech Community College Foundation, is proof that the right graduate degree can open doors to powerful leadership opportunities. A proud graduate of Bellarmine University’s MBA program, Kimberly
pursued her degree with a clear goal: to grow her career in higher education. And she’s done just that.
“I did my MBA to advance in my career,” Kimberly says. And it paid off.
Her role at Ivy Tech places her at the intersection of education, philanthropy, and strategic planning. The skills and perspectives she gained through Bellarmine’s MBA program have been key to her success.
“The MBA helps you prepare for any career that you’d like to go for
“In the program, I greatly benefited from learning and interacting with people from different industries, with different points of view for problem-solving.”
Bellarmine’s MBA, offered through the W. Fielding Rubel School of Business, the first and only private AACSB-accredited business school in Kentucky, provides more than a traditional business education. Ranked among the best business schools by
The Princeton Review, the program emphasizes practical leadership, real-world learning, and one-on-one faculty mentorship.
Kimberly found this dynamic learning environment transformative. “The MBA helps you prepare for any career that you’d like to go for,” she shares.
Meaningful Connections
What sets Bellarmine apart, according to Kimberly, is the personalized approach to education. “I highly recommend the MBA program at Bellarmine. One-to-one attention from all the professors and instructors really made the experience valuable.”
The program supports working professionals through flexible options and practical relevance. Bellarmine MBAs graduate ready to lead, with a network of advocates and a reputation for strong ethical leadership.
Her story is a powerful reminder that professional growth starts with the right investment in yourself. Bellarmine’s MBA program continues to shape leaders across industries, and Kimberly Cyrus is a shining example of that impact in action.