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Phillip Morris
Editor in Chief
4 min
MBA Jobs
Finding a job post-MBA amidst a turbulent pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic was a shock to everyone’s system. For MBA student Diego Cammarano, his experience at ESMT Berlin turned out to be a more exciting rollercoaster than he was expecting. He tells us why he chose ESMT Berlin in the first place, how the pandemic affected his MBA experience, and how ESMT helped him find a job amidst all the turbulence.
June 14, 2021
3 min
MBA Success stories
How this Cambridge MBA student went from professional dancer to non-profit director
Many people may be reluctant to do an MBA if they feel like they don’t have a specific set of prior skills and experience. Brandon O’Dell explains how the Cambridge MBA program embraced his unique professional background and ultimately helped him transition out of a career as a professional dancer and into the global health industry and non-profit sector. He’s now working as the director of the Amsterdam Dinner Foundation.
June 11, 2021
2 min
MBA Specializations
Will purpose replace strategy in the future MBA?
Everyone is talking about purpose – but why is it so important? And why are schools now crafting MBA programs and courses dedicated to the topic? MBAGRADSCHOOLS spoke to Dr. Elco van Burg, Professor of Organizational Theory at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, about the school’s new “Organizing with purpose” course and why purpose should play a bigger role in MBA programs at large.
June 08, 2021
2 min
MBA Success stories
How an MBA also teaches you how to be a better follower
Angela Garcia is a chemical engineer by trade and an MBA student at Alliance Manchester Business School. Originally from Mexico, she told MBAGRADSCHOOLS why she chose to study in the UK, how she landed an internship, and the important lessons she learned during her experience.
June 02, 2021
3 min
MBA Jobs
How this MBA student is empowering African luxury designers
In this episode of The Modern MBA podcast, in collaboration with MBAGRADSCHOOLS, we spoke with Anita Ehui. With a background in luxury retail and fashion, Anita recently commenced a Global MBA in Luxury Brand Management at ESSEC Business School. She shared with us her past work experience, how she is enjoying her time at one of the best business schools in Europe, and more about her current venture, Zhuri, a digital magazine putting African luxury designers at the forefront.
May 31, 2021
2 min
MBA Success stories
From chemistry to business: The lifelong benefits of an MBA
Chemist-turned-MBA-student Cindy Wong tells us about her experience at SFU Beedie School of Business, including why she loves its location in Vancouver, the challenges she faced during the MBA program, and what’s next in her career.
May 28, 2021
4 min
MBA Jobs
How a top-ranked MBA at INSEAD can help you excel in Africa
With a thriving economy and the highest entrepreneurship rate in the world, Africa is the place to be for working professionals looking to make their mark. We spoke to three INSEAD MBA alumni from the region about the skill sets needed in Africa, how the INSEAD MBA helped them excel, and what advice they would give to graduates looking to build a successful career in Africa.
May 21, 2021
2 min
MBA Industry trends
The VU Executive MBA: Developing thought leadership as an executive
Facing increasingly complex environments and global crises, leaders today need to lead with purpose and forward-thinking ideas. In an interview with Prof. dr. Svetlana Khapova, Professor of Careers and Organization Studies, Head of Department M&O at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, she discusses VU’s Executive MBA: Leading with Purpose and why the program focuses on developing thought leaders of the future.
May 17, 2021
3 min
MBA Study destinations
Introducing emba X: An innovative new Executive MBA taking “Swissness” to the next level
Jointly offered by the University of St.Gallen and ETH Zurich, the emba X is a new, innovative Executive MBA program focused on impactful leadership, innovation, and personal development. This is an unprecedented collaboration between two top-ranked Swiss institutions, so we were excited to speak to both educational institutions to learn more.
May 11, 2021
4 min
MBA Admissions
How to deal with an MBA application rejection
MBAGRADSCHOOLS spoke with HKU Business School’s Senior Executive Director, Sachin Tipnis, to learn more about its MBA admissions process. He shared some valuable tips and advice to prospective candidates who are considering applying to this top-ranked university in Hong Kong.
May 05, 2021
4 min
MBA Industry trends
Why managers and entrepreneurs should consider modular executive MBA programs
Eric Xirinachs, a graduate of TRIUM’s Global Executive MBA program, outlined the structure of TRIUM’s modular MBA program and the benefits he reaped to propel his career forward, including global exposure, positive networking opportunities, and an excellent return on investment for the monetary and time commitment of the course.
May 03, 2021
4 min
MBA Success stories
From planning luxury weddings to doing an MBA in the luxury capital of Monaco
In this episode of The Modern MBA podcast, in collaboration with MBAGRADSCHOOLS, we spoke with Gry Glenne. In her early 20s, Gry launched a luxury wedding business which later led her to pursue an MBA at the International University of Monaco. She shares with us her love of the city-state, her inspiration for doing an MBA, and how she is expanding upon her passions by applying for a Ph.D. to become an advocate for female entrepreneurs.
April 27, 2021