Kranthi Paleti (MACCT ’25)

Name: Kranthi Paleti

Hometown: Vijayawada, Andhrapradesh, India

Program: Master of Accounting

Post Graduation Plans: Tax Associate- RSM Atlanta

Freeman Activities: Orientation Leader (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025), MACCT Student Representative for Graduate Business Council, MACCT Unibuddy Student Ambassador for Graduate Business Council, Events and Outreach Coordinator for SAGA

Favorite Business Course: Operational Risk Management 

Favorite Business Professor: Professor Gans because I liked his interactive in class learning and projects and Professor Jamine Bol because of her practical exposure in class. 

Academic, extracurricular or personal achievement you're most proud of: One of the achievements I’m most proud of during my time at Freeman is my role as an Orientation Leader for incoming international students. It was more than just a leadership position—it gave me the opportunity to support new students during a crucial transition and create a welcoming space that made them feel seen and valued. As an international student myself, I understood the challenges they faced, and being able to guide and connect with them made the experience incredibly meaningful. 

Academically, I also take pride in successfully completing complex accounting cases in courses like Financial Statement Analysis. They pushed me to think critically, collaborate effectively, and communicate insights clearly—skills I know I’ll carry into my career. 

Most important thing you learned at Freeman:  One of the most important things I learned at the Freeman School of Business is how to approach complex business problems with both analytical rigor and ethical consideration. Whether it was through case studies, hands-on simulations, or working with diverse teams, I developed the ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and make data-informed decisions. 

Favorite New Orleans Memory: Mardi Gras, of course!