Ask Anything Career and Campus Student Sessions for Accepted Students

Nav Dutta has spent the past 18 years supporting the career and professional development of management talent through his work with global retail giant Walmart and graduate students at Hult International Business School. Nav is an expert in the fields of international career planning and organizational capability management.  

As a certified Designing Your Life Coach, Nav is passionate about utilizing the renowned design thinking framework developed at Stanford’s school to help individuals design the careers and lives they want. Nav is a firm believer that the world will be a better place when knowledge is shared, and skills are developed, with those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Nav currently works with students at Hult International Business School and also volunteers with Boston non-profit, Career Collaborative.

Global Associate Dean of Students Boston Campus

Dr. Patrick Heaton holds a Bachelor's degree in Education, a Master of Education in Student Affairs, and a Doctor of Education in Higher Education and Policy Studies. With over 20 years of experience in higher education leadership, he is dedicated to guiding students in discovering their passion and unlocking their potential. Dr. Heaton's research interests center on the interplay between competition, collaboration, academic achievement, program persistence, and advanced learning.

His expertise aligns well with Hult's emphasis on cross-cultural teamwork, as he believes that academic goals can be attained through various approaches, whether driven by competition or community support. In addition to his research, Dr. Heaton has taught courses on higher education history, financial philosophy, communication, leadership, and management. His work has been published in prestigious academic journals.

Prior to his current role, Dr. Heaton served as Head of Student Services in Boston and Associate Dean for Hult's Masters of International Business, International Marketing, and Business Analytics programs. Beyond his professional life, he is a passionate supporter of the Red Sox, college football, and international travel.