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James McKenna

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James McKenna earned an MA in French and History from the University of Edinburgh, with one year at the Centre Universitaire Jean-François Champollion in Albi, France. After graduation, James embarked on a career in marketing in Barcelona, where he worked in-house at a variety of business schools. A freelancer since 2017, James now creates content across a diverse range of industries but maintains his higher education pedigree as a content writer for MASTERGRADSCHOOLS and MBAGRADSCHOOLS.

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MBA Success stories

Can You Really ‘Have It All’?: The Global Part-Time MBA Without the Career Break

How do you balance a Global Part-Time MBA with a full-time job and a family? Alliance Manchester Business School student Jennifer Hulme lays out her approach to taking on career-boosting education without stepping away from work.

September 07, 2026
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MBA Specializations

From Expert to Executive: Why Technical Leaders Need More Than Technical Skills

Leadership skills for technical experts bridge the gap between specialist knowledge and forward-thinking business strategy. EMBA Program Director Chahndra Dal Pont and her faculty explain how GEM’s Executive MBA Tech Track is a training ground for technical professionals to excel in key areas such as negotiation, risk, and people management.

August 26, 2026
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MBA Specializations

Balancing Work and Study With a Global Executive Master’s

Balancing work and study becomes possible through a flexible, global format. Students Blessing, Mustafa, and Jen describe how they balance full-time employment with immersive modules on LSE’s Executive Global Master’s in Management.

August 07, 2026
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MBA Success stories

The LBS One-year MBA: A Program Built For Career Momentum

Juan Alduncin, a One-year MBA student at London Business School (LBS), shares how the LBS One-year MBA helped him build confidence, expand his network, gain global experiences, and rethink what is possible in just 11 months.

July 03, 2026
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MBA Industry trends

MBA ROI in 2026: What Is Your Degree Really Worth?

The ROI of an MBA extends far beyond first-year salary. While GMAC reports median starting salaries reaching $125,000, the true returns include career mobility, global exposure, and lifelong networks. Companies like Nike and Grubhub were founded by MBA alumni. The question isn't whether an MBA pays off in the end, it's how to maximize it.

June 05, 2026
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MBA Industry trends

Are Part-Time and Online MBAs the New Cash Cows for Business Schools?

Online MBA programs are making serious money for business schools. But what are students actually getting in return? This article explores the value, accessibility, and business strategy behind flexible MBA formats.

December 01, 2025
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4 min
MBA Success stories

How Does a Triple Transformation Support an MBA Career Shift?

University of St.Gallen alumnus Stephan Bögner explains how the MBA program shaped his career shift. He shares why rankings, program design, and St.Gallen’s “triple transformation” concept guided his decision. He also highlights how relocating to Munich opened both professional opportunities and personal growth.

November 14, 2025
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MBA Success stories

6 Ways the St.Gallen PDP Transforms Executive Leadership

What if leadership transformation meant more than building skills? emba X alumnus, Wayne Kern, shared how the St.Gallen Personal Development Program reshaped his approach to management.

September 12, 2025
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MBA Success stories

Gaining Global Insights From an International MBA in Lyon

The Financial Times ranks the emlyon International MBA fourth in France for its focus on global business. Emlyon MBA graduate Sierra Parker offers a personal insight into how studying in Lyon developed her leadership skills and adaptability.

September 08, 2025
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MBA Study destinations

Top 5 Business Schools in Germany for International Students

Have you ever wondered what completing an MBA in Germany would be like? Here is your comprehensive guide to the best business schools, student life, living costs, tuition fees, and career opportunities post-graduation in Germany.

August 27, 2025
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MBA Specializations

Sustainability at the Core: An MBA Built To Lead ESG Challenges

What if your MBA didn’t just shape your career, but the world too? Program Director for The Exeter MBA, Donald Lancaster, discusses the course’s blend of ESG challenges, career coaching, and leadership training.

August 25, 2025
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MBA Specializations

The Interdisciplinary Advantages of an Executive MBA

Discover the SSE Executive MBA through alumni Emma Fredwall, Kelly O'Rourke, and Ryan O. Emge. They share how the program’s focus on sustainability, leadership, and interdisciplinary learning shaped their careers and mindsets.

July 18, 2025

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