Evaluation of the MCA Corporate Mentoring Program
An analysis of the MCA Corporate Mentoring Program conducted by The Conservation Company, an independent
consulting firm, determined that the mentoring program was "strong." Major findings of the report included the following:
Mentee Findings
Compared with non-mentees at the high school, mentees are:
Less academically detached
Exhibit stronger academic/work perseverance
Perceive themselves as performing better academically
Improve their self confidence in the classroom
More strongly believe that they can attend college or other post-secondary institutions
Mentor Findings
78% of mentors felt that their participation strengthened their pride in the major Wall Street investment bank.
Mentors felt "very positive" about the program, and felt that the "program was well structured, and the events were well planned."
Mentors felt very positive about working for the major Wall Street investment bank, as a result of their participation in mentoring
83% of respondents believed more strongly that the Wall Street investment bank is a socially responsible company
Mentor Testimonials
"Great program. Dave Owen is the engine so if you lose him, it could be tough."
"Very well run... Good way to meet other mentors and mentees and share our experiences."
"The mentoring experience has been tremendously positive. I have a terrific mentee and really enjoy our time together."
"The MCA Mentoring Program is excellent this year. [Program staff] and David Owen are highly committed and have planned a
lot of activities and spent time training the mentors. This is an excellent program and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to
know the students at MCA."
"Most successful is the structure of the mentoring program. The events are well planned and well structured. I really liked
this program. People are available to support you."
"The program gives value added to the lives of those kids."
