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18 Dec 2020, 03:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Reflections on the Fourth Term at LBS |
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By Keshav Lohia, MiM2020 2020 has been a strange year. A lot of things went wrong in the first half of this year- the pandemic hit internship offers, job opportunities dried up quickly, we completed our third (and most important) term virtually and missed out any opportunity to enjoy the European summer. However, as they say, life comes with second chances, and for me, the second chance was the fourth term. As a finance student with experience in management consulting across Asia, my post master’s goal was to secure employment in the VC/PE industry. My main attraction to the MiM programme was the chance to interact and learn with students from diverse backgrounds in and complete a live project during LondonLab. Although these were delivered very effectively virtually, my masters journey seemed incomplete. While evaluating my options during the summer, I realised that Term 4 offered a lot of value: a rich mix of electives to choose from, the chance to get back to school in-person in London, more time to secure employment and continue my efforts to cultivate a global network. 4 months later, I reflect admirably on my decision to pursue the fourth term – as it provided all that I wished for and more! Complete Assortment of Electives In term 3, I chose three electives which best resonated with my goals, spread evenly across strategy, entrepreneurship and organisational behaviour. With three more electives in Term 4, I felt that I enjoyed a very rounded academic experience, more like an MBA. Hence, in term 4, I chose to pursue more electives in finance and management sciences:
I believed that with my earlier electives focussed on strategy, I could enhance my operational skills from Channel and Salesforce Management and M&A; adding depth to my business education. Further, mastering financial modelling and multiples in my Mergers elective helped me deliver solid results in my internship with a clean-tech focused fund in India. Support during Recruitment Cycles As a current enrolled student at LBS, I received several perks in structured hiring processes that don’t favour people who have already graduated. Completing the term 4 keeps you in the loop for the hiring cycles of many investment banks, PE firms and boutique VCs across the world. This year was particularly hard on recruitment due to the financial distress caused by COVID-19 across the world, and the extra time and support provided during fourth term helped me weather the storm. By the time my course ended in December, I was able to secure full time employment at one of India’s leading venture capital funds. The career centre and portals work effectively and as an enrolled full-time student, you get great support from seniors, professors and alumni. This ready ecosystem helped me tremendously while solving cases, preparing investment theses and getting ready for interviews. Hybrid Classroom Experience and Internships Upon returning to campus, classes were held on-campus and in-person — a pleasure that we didn’t experience during the onset of COVID-19 in the UK earlier in the year! The teaching method was seamless, involving both Roomies and Zoomies, giving us increased flexibility in chosing to attend classes in person. The relatively easier workload of the fourth term allowed me to complete internships, including one in a clean-tech focused VC; enabling me to upskill and study at the same time. Along with classroom teaching, Term 4 meant that we could return back to London in time to witness the end of summer and enjoy the Christmas lights and mulled wine in the London winter! Networking and Friendships Lastly, the hallmark of studying at London Business School is the relationships and the network that we ultimately develop. While studying in Term 4, we were constantly pushed out of our comfort zones and encouraged to interact with Sloan fellows, MBAs and EMBAs – who made up the majority of the cohort as most of our preceding MiM2020 class graduated in August. Limited people from our batch meant we could connect even more with fellow MiM2021s, MBA2022s, making wonderful memories along the way! Increased time meant more travel (yes! I travelled to Lake district, Cotswolds, Bath), more house parties (read: Tier 2) and in turn, more memories! Looking back, the fourth term at LBS transformed my life in many ways and I can proudly say, the second leg of my LBS journey was as enjoyable (if not more), than the first one! The fourth term should be viewed as a valuable real option (you will know if you have studied Derivatives), which you always have the right to exercise in case things do not go according to plan! The post Reflections on the Fourth Term at LBS appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
18 Dec 2020, 04:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: MIM:THE FOURTH TERM ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE |
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By Rhea Patel, MiM2020 Like many others in the MiM 2020 cohort, I did the additional fourth term for a variety of reasons. Whilst some extended their time at LBS for personal or professional development, my focus was primarily on enhancing the community experience, and squeezing a little more out of my masters experience. The first way in which I immersed myself into the LBS community was through taking various electives that were of interest to me, but also very much out of my comfort zone. I had the opportunity to take three of the most immersive and dynamic courses during my additional term, and was consequently able to engage with the community by mixing with people in a variety of programmes (i.e. EMBA, MBA, Sloan etc.), which has been a formative part of my LBS experience.
Through my electives, I got the opportunity to enhance my community experience, and I realized the full gravity of the LBS name and network. The second way in which I immersed myself into the LBS community is through my role in the LBS Marketing & Strategy club, where I have been Communications Officer for the past one and a half years. This club continues to play a critical role in providing learning and skill development to equip members with knowledge and skills to pursue careers in marketing and strategy. After a year, I did not feel I had achieved the full extent of my goals, and believed I could still add value to this niche LBS community, which is exactly what the fourth term allowed me to do. As a culmination of my additional experience in the classroom, in virtual zoom rooms, and a few in person social meetups, I am extremely humbled and grateful to have spent an additional term engaging in old and new relationships with my fellow LBS students. For me, the last term solidified my pre-existing notions that the LBS community and experience is one that stays with us for not just the duration of our degree, but for the entirety of our lifetimes. The post MIM:THE FOURTH TERM ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
07 Jan 2021, 11:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Get to know the MBA Recruitment & Admissions Team |
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We’re delighted that you have initiated the first part of your LBS MBA admissions Journey. The research stage is just as important as the application stage and we often find candidates who do this well normally find the process easier. We would love the opportunity to tell you more about our team. The Recruitment & Admissions team are just a phone call or email away. They are on hand to provide you with all of the information you need to make that all important decision – Which business school is right for me? As well as the second most important decision – when should I apply? Find out more about our deadlines here. Let me introduce you to some of the people you will meet on your admissions journey. Caroline, Student Recruitment Associate, MBA If you don’t know Caroline, you don’t know LBS! Caroline is the life and soul of our MBA Recruitment & Admissions team. Caroline has been working at LBS for 25 years and can offer great feedback on your profile and eligibility. She may reach out to you to offer a 1:1 consultation. Until then, if you haven’t already, why not register for an [url=https://www.london.edu/events/calendar#sort=%40eventstarts%20ascending&f:eventfor=[Prospective%20students]]Information Event[/url], these cover important topics to help you with your application. Check out our recent How to submit a strong application session. Charlotte, Senior Global Recruitment Manager, MBA, MiF and Early Careers Programmes That’s me. I look after the student recruitment team, which works to recruit our outstanding peer group at LBS. I work with the teams who make sure that all the information you need when researching our school is available. That’s everything from the programme content, to the student clubs, employment opportunities, how to fund your studies and the admissions blog. This should provide more than enough inspiring content for you to enjoy and a plethora of [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/student-alumni-and-ambassadors#sort=%40profilesurname%20ascending&f:programme=[MBA]&f:profileisambassador=[Ambassadors]]student ambassadors[/url] for you to get to know. Alessandra, Senior Recruitment & Admissions Manager, MBA Alessandra looks after the Admissions team. This is the team that will guide you through your admissions journey, once you have submitted your application. Alessandra joined me recently to discuss how to submit a strong application. You can view the event here. Kirsten, Natalie, Zeynep, Elizabeth, Madelym, Alexandra, Lina and I-Lin are the MBA Recruitment & Admissions Team The team guide you through the admissions journey. They read every application and work with the Admissions Committee to build the class. The team shares admissions insights and top tips for your application at our weekly MBA Online Overview – you can register now for an upcoming Friday! David, Recruitment & Admissions Director, MBA David oversees the whole of your journey with us until you officially become a student. As the Admissions Director, David has over 20 years’ experience working with MBA and MiF applicants. You can hear his advice on what to avoid in your application and the key elements we look for in candidates. What’s next? I hope that this has helped you to get to know the team. We think it’s really important that you feel well-researched before submitting your application. We would love to hear from you, whether you are at the crucial research stage or in the process of applying for our MBA programme, the Recruitment & Admissions Team at LBS can offer you a wealth of support. The post Get to know the MBA Recruitment & Admissions Team appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
08 Jan 2021, 10:00
11 Jan 2021, 04:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Making the move to London? Q&A with 3 current LBS students |
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[b]By Alex Hurd, MiM & GMiM Student Recruitment Associate[/b] Every year a diverse international pool of talent arrive in London to study at LBS. I spoke to 3 current Early Careers students to get their insights on London and how they have been balancing their studies and social activities in an action-packed year. [b]Ruby Pak – MiM2021 [/b] Ruby was born in Hong Kong, grew up in Beijing, and then immigrated to Canada with her family. [b]What was the most daunting part of moving to London for you?[/b] I think the most intimidating part of moving to any new places for me is meeting people and building a social network. Socialising in a foreign country forces me to step outside of my comfort zone, which is like the feeling I had during freshman year of college. [b]What is your current living situation? Any tips for people looking? [/b] I was able to find a studio flat by myself and the place is within a 15-minute walk from the LBS campus. The apartment hunting and rental process went pretty well for me, without too many complications. I asked some of my friends who have lived in London for their advice, and many of them recommended property websites such as Rightmove, which was a great place to start. [b]Can you share some advice and tips on moving here?[/b] 1. Arrive in London early. Leave some time to explore the neighbourhood and the LBS campus before school starts. 2. Start making connections with your LBS student cohort before coming to London, so that you can help each other out with questions concerning the moving process. 3. Familiarise yourself with the map and different modes of transportation in London and apply for an Oyster card. [b]Any tips on how to manage your studies/extracurricular/social life at LBS?[/b] Since I was introduced to many student clubs, extracurricular activities, career resources, and course work within the first two weeks, I struggled to manage time efficiently. However, I realized that it was okay and normal to feel a little overwhelmed in the beginning. After familiarizing with all aspects of student life at LBS, I started to make a priority list consisting of course work, job search, and extracurricular activities. Job applications and academics are my two priorities, so I would always schedule my time around them. In order to avoid burnouts, I have also dedicated Sunday to be my rest day where I take the entire day off without doing any work. Therefore, I am motivated to finish all of my tasks for the week by Saturday. [b]What has been your favourite social part of LBS so far?[/b] Besides MiM bonding events hosted by the school, there are a variety of virtual activities organised by the student clubs at LBS. I am always excited to find out about new activities on CampusGroup, which is the site that lists daily activities hosted by different organizations. Personally, I am interested in culinary things, so my favourite activities include some of the live cooking sessions co-hosted by LBS’ foodies club and regional clubs. Another one of my favourite social activities is the self-guided tours organized by our MiM student representatives. I liked how we were randomly selected into groups of six to explore the city. [b]What has been your favourite London experience this term?[/b] Despite the pandemic, I still got to explore the city by taking time to walk around the neighbourhood. I especially enjoyed the Christmas lightings and festive spirit around the city. I also love the variety of local cafés and restaurants located in the LBS neighbourhood, and all of these places are within walking distance. I also discovered many European dishes and sweets that I have never tried before. [b]Litao Deng – MiM2021[/b] Litao was born in Tianjin and raised in Beijing, China. [b]What was the most daunting part of moving to London for you? [/b] I had some difficulties finding a great flat to live in. I had to find an apartment before I came here, and I didn’t have a good idea what London was like. I managed to get a video tour, but I did not get to see the apartment in person before arriving. [b]What is your current living situation? Any tips for people looking? [/b] I live just one minute away from campus in the Baker Street area. I live in a 2-bed apartment with someone I did not know beforehand! I share with one other person from LBS also an MiM2021 student. We both had the same alumni interview and we both knew we had been accepted at the end of February, so we reached out to each other. It’s kind of amazing really! [b]Can you share some advice and tips on moving here?[/b] I can give some suggestions about agencies and websites to find a really good apartment. We used Zoopla and Rightmove. As we are international students, we both did not know much about London, but they were really helpful. My second piece of advice is to live close to the school. It’s good to be able to meet up with other students off the course and I know a lot of students live near campus and meet up more frequently. [b]Any tips on how to manage your studies/extracurricular/social life at LBS?[/b] Yeah, that’s quite a tricky part! The coursework was harder and heavier than we expected. We have learnt a lot about that. The most efficient way to manage all these things is to try and focus on specific things for a period of time. I personally would say job hunting is really important. Studies are also important but maybe utilise your evenings and weekends for that? Remember you have come here to do a lot of things not to just have fun. Secondly, with the MiM there are a lot of group assignments. If you are really busy with job applications and really important club social events, you need to have efficient communication with your group. You need to let them know you might not always be available. [b]What has been your favourite social part of LBS so far?[/b] I really like what the MiM social representatives do here. They have organised a lot of good events like the Secret Santa and other social things for us. [b]What has been your favourite London experience overall this term? [/b] I really love London and I think the most beautiful season here is winter. All the lights are up, and it has best Christmas atmosphere in the world! I also recommend watching the sunset at Primrose hill which is part of Regents park [which is right next to the LBS campus]. A lot of students who live in the area head there to watch the sunsets and it is really beautiful. I think there are also a lot of great restaurants – for example one called ‘Opso’ which was recommended by LBS Professor Kostis Christodoulou and is an amazing Greek style restaurant. [b]Nguissaly Gueye MFA2021. [/b] Nguissaly was born raised in Senegal. She has been located in Montreal, Canada for the past five years. [b]What was the most daunting part of moving to London for you?[/b] It has always been my dream to study or live in London I don’t know why. I visited London a few times before as I did an exchange in the UK before, so it wasn’t daunting for me. I love this city as it has a good energy, and I am an art lover so there are a lot of things for me to do here. [b]What is your current living situation? Any tips for people looking? [/b] I live in St Johns Wood near to where the Beetles took that famous photo. I need three other people to join me so I can take that photo! My advice for someone in this position is where possible use any connections you might have in London to help. If you know a classmate who is already in London speak to them, visit them where possible so they can show you round. We liked the apartment, but we had not seen the neighbourhood and luckily it turned out to be nice. But I think picking a good area is important. Start looking early and look at which neighbourhoods are closer to the school as the city is so big. [b]Any tips on how to manage your studies/extracurricular/social life at LBS?[/b] My advice would be to manage your time perfectly because the first year is super intense, you go through recruitment, you’re living in a new city and you want to meet new people. Prioritise and know it is important to take breaks and go out and see London. Meet your classmates as you tend to create those bonds in that first term. As we have been told in our time management classes, I have learnt to say ‘no’ a lot. I said ‘no’ to a lot of things, but it is not just about looking for a job. It is important to have a balance and also get the full experience of meeting people and seeing the city. [b]What has been your favourite social part of LBS so far?[/b] My favourite part of LBS is being involved in the [url=https://clubs.london.edu/bib/home/]Black in Business Club[/url]. I am the VP Community Liaison, and it is enabling me to be a part of something great. I thought there was a lack of West Africans and black people on the programme and I wanted to help LBS. Being part of a new club is a great experience and it helps me achieve this goal. My role is to create the community and make sure which students are involved and are here at LBS. I create links with clubs, with faculty and staff and it is super exciting. It has enabled me to be learn a lot and be part of a great cause that I really cherish. It also has been great to network as I work with a lot of MBA students, I can talk to them about their experiences and ask for help with recruitment. [b]What has been your favourite London experience overall this term? [/b] I just love walking around London. Sometimes I just walk for an hour with friends, walking from Regents Park down to Oxford Street. I have been able to go to the British museum and as I am someone who loves art these kinds of things are good for my soul. London is such an artistic city to just look at. I have walked down to the Thames and gone east to Shoreditch and it is amazing to see art and graffiti everywhere in that area. The post [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu/qa-with-3-lbs-students/]Making the move to London? Q&A with 3 current LBS students[/url] appeared first on [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu]Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School[/url]. |
12 Jan 2021, 10:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: How good are you at making tough choices? |
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[b]By [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunitakchambore/]Sunita Chambore[/url], Student-led Learning Manager[/b] We make choices every day – what time to wake up, what kind of coffee to drink, what to wear for the Zoom call. One of the things we’re passionate about at London Business School is helping our students make good decisions not only for themselves but for their workplaces, their communities and the world. One of the ways students can develop their leadership skills at LBS is by leading a [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/activities-clubs-and-groups]club[/url] or initiative. The Student Leadership Incubator strives to support these leaders by creating a reflective space for them, so they leave a legacy they are proud of and move forward as well-equipped leaders in an uncertain and complex world. [b]Developing better judgement through practice with the Leadership Incubator [/b] The Leadership Incubator is a platform for student leaders to discover, develop and practice their leadership competencies, such as good judgment. Now in its sixth year, the Leadership Incubator is a partnership between three teams at LBS: Experiential Learning; the [url=https://www.london.edu/faculty-and-research/leadership-institute]Leadership Institute[/url]; and the [url=https://know-how.london.edu/]CareerCentre[/url]. The learning journey starts in October each year and takes students with leadership roles within our community on an iterative process of collective exploration and experimentation. Currently, every two weeks, a small group of student leaders cycle through reflection, insight, and practice. We have anchored this learning with Insight into Action workshops, individual coaching, and Action Learning sets. [b]Insight into Action with Andrew Likierman [/b] Having a small, select group in the Leadership Incubator allows students to hear from leading LBS faculty and have plenty of time for Q&A. The latest Insight into Action session featured former Dean of LBS, Professor Sir [url=https://www.london.edu/faculty-and-research/faculty-profiles/l/likierman-a]Andrew Likierman[/url]. He argues that exercising good judgement is a crucial skill for any leader. Andrew provided plenty of food for thought for student leaders. [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafabuxamusa/]MustafaBuxamusa[/url] is Co-President of the Healthcare Club. Mustafa asked Andrew how he evaluates the recommendations of people around him, especially “new” people. Mustafa took away that “gut feeling is very important. However, sometimes your gut is right and others, it is wrong. It’s important to understand when to trust your gut and when you should recognise that your gut feeling might be false, and you need more information”. Developing self-awareness as a leader is a crucial component of the Leadership Incubator. The role of your gut in making sound judgements was also on Kathryn’s mind. [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynlarin/]KathrynLarin[/url] is Co-President of the Entrepreneurship Club. “Andrew shared that gut feeling is based on knowledge and experience. So, if you’re doing something for the 50th time then relying on gut feel is OK but when it’s the first time, then think again as you may need to dig deeper”. [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-pan-8b545b25/]Tina Pan[/url] is the Co-President of the Social Impact Club. Tina asked Andrew a question around how we can objectively assess our own ability to make sound judgements. She found his answer “tangible and actionable. He suggested a systematic assessment against his [url=https://hbr.org/2020/01/the-elements-of-good-judgment]6-part judgment framework[/url], using both my reflection and soliciting the feedback from people I trust. While I have sometimes done so informally, the structured approach will help me uncover new insights and put a sharper focus on my strengths and weaknesses”. [b]Reflecting to improve judgment [/b] A robust process of reflection and self-awareness is embedded within the Insight into Action workshops. Straight after each faculty seminar, we expose students to a set of reflection tools and techniques. This process aims to develop three leadership competencies in students: [list][*]Skills and strategies for lifelong learning [/*][*]Critical thinking and metacognition [/*][*]Self-awareness and emotional intelligence [/*][/list] These competencies tie in well with the questions Andrew encouraged the students to think about when exercising good judgement: [list][*]Listening and reading, have I understood? [/*][*]Can I trust the information and the people? [/*][*]Do I have the relevant experience and knowledge? How do my beliefs and feelings affect my choice? [/*][/list] After Andrew’s session on Judgment, we took a short break, before moving onto something creative and interactive. Josie Ng, who is the Leadership Incubator’s learning designer, introduced the students to a reflection tool called TRIZ. [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/raashid-nayeem/]Raashid Nayeem[/url], Co-President of the Investment Management Club found the tool “a great way to think of stumbling blocks from a dispassionate, objective perspective. It takes away the sense of helplessness one feels when inundated with problems. You know how it’s much easier to advise others because they may be overwhelmed or have blind-spots? The TRIZ tool has the same effect but can be applied to oneself. It also seems to be a flexible tool that I can use in a wide variety of situations”. Some great feedback from Raashid and precisely what we hoped for as the Leadership Incubator busts the myth that reflective practice is tedious and can be fun, provocative and powerful. [b]Individual Coaching [/b] An experienced coach is allocated to every student within the Leadership Incubator. In these sessions, students can explore leadership issues in depth. It’s a fantastic opportunity to challenge and expand their thinking, as well as experiment and take action within the student club ecosystem at LBS. The highlight of Tina’s Leadership Incubator journey so far has been the one-to-one coaching. “My coach, [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethawnewton/]Elizabeth Newton[/url], Head of Professional Development with the Career Centre has been able to help me reflect on my leadership beyond the immediate issues of running a club at LBS”. Having the opportunity and space to reflect is a vital aspect of the Leadership Incubator. Kathryn also found the one-to-one coaching with Elizabeth helpful. “She had fantastic insights on how to handle difficult situations and what questions to ask to diffuse a given situation. Through these discussions, I’ve been able to lead the Entrepreneurship Club through uncertainty and complexity by asking open-ended and thoughtful questions. I found the exercise we did with Elizabeth early in the Leadership Incubator outstanding. One question that stuck with me: What concrete evidence do I have to back up my assumptions? That was an eye-opener as we often do not stop and think about what assumptions we’re making about someone or something”. [b]Listening in Action Learning sets[/b] Kathryn’s observation refers to Andrew’s first element of sound judgement. Andrew discovered that leaders with good judgment tend to be good listeners. “Many leaders rush to bad judgments because they unconsciously filter the information they receive or are not sufficiently critical of what they hear or read. The truth, unfortunately, is that few of us really absorb the information we receive. We filter out what we don’t expect or want to hear…”. Listening to each other is embedded within the Leadership Incubator through Action Learning sets and peer support. Creating a space where others aren’t providing the answers but where students can explore their leadership challenge in an environment where others are genuinely listening is magic. Action Learning sets allow student leaders to make connections, share challenges with running their club and use other students as a sounding board. This is particularly useful at this time when in-person interactions and those serendipitous encounters and conversations are limited. [b]Putting theories of leadership into practice [/b] The Leadership Incubator supports an ambitious cohort of individuals who are looking to make a difference in the world. It provides a quiet corner for reflection, experimentation, and transformation through insights, reflection tools, and coaching. Mustafa sums this up, “the Leadership Incubator has created a productive space for us as LBS student leaders to share ideas and develop ourselves and our teams. It’s been a great outlet for me to test, validate and crowdsource ideas to the current and pressing leadership challenges that I face as a Co-President of the LBS Healthcare Club”. One of the things we often reiterate with the Leadership Incubator is: you get out what you put in! In other words, harness the opportunity of being in a small group to show up, challenge and learn from each other. Any questions about the Leadership Incubator can be sent to [email=student-led@london.edu]student-led@london.edu[/email]. The post [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu/how-good-are-you-at-making-tough-choices/]How good are you at making tough choices?[/url] appeared first on [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu]Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School[/url]. |
19 Jan 2021, 09:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: How to lead a Virtual PE Conference |
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By Lucy Palin, MiF Admissions Manager It’s safe to say that we’re all very comfortable with engaging in a virtual world. Whether it’s catching up with friends or strategy planning at work. It’s been an unexpected delight to see how well everything works virtually but it’s easy to forget the learning curve we have all gone through. Andre Chacur De Miranda, MiF2020, was planning to lead the Private Equity Trek to Brazil, a LBS event gathering top talents to visit key PE firms in the region. However, as COVID-19 spread he had to work out on how he was going to deliver a highly anticipated PE event, virtually. I asked Andre how he did it… So, Andre, how do you even begin to make a conference virtual when you had planned something to be delivered in person? By that time, the first week of March, the main concern was to call-off the event. Although we had everything planned to visit Rio and São Paulo in Brazil; flights and accommodation were all booked, firms were scheduled and we had a highly motivated group of LBS students, the outbreak was escalating extremely fast and the global situation was dramatically changing every day. Thus, the PE Trek in March was cancelled, and by August I started to re-organise it – which became the first fully virtual LBS Private Equity/Venture Capital conference. I was confident the event would be successful, especially after the great experience from LBS virtual classes. I also joined some virtual conferences and events to understand its dynamics and what could work best for us. When planning the virtual event, a lot of things had changed but the shift to virtual had a lot of value and there were more benefits than expected. What were the main things you had to keep in mind when planning the conference? I kept in mind that I needed to re-think almost everything from organisation to logistics. On one hand, a great benefit that arose was the possibility to add more participants to the event, with more students having the opportunity to learn, and firms had access to a broader pool of LBS talent. The general logistics were significantly easier to manage (e.g., people not having to travel from UK to Brazil or, during the event, not having to rush from one meeting to another). Plus, not having to travel enabled the event to run in parallel with classes (instead of block-week limited) and to have more flexibility in the conference agenda (e.g., greater spacing between meetings vs having all of it in a week). On the other hand, one of my greatest concerns was to efficiently manage LBS participants attendance and engagement; in my view, it’s crucial to have students who are highly motivated and engaged in order to represent the LBS community well. I tested different ways to mitigate that risk and overall, it worked well. I have learnt some great lessons and shared them internally with colleagues that will be organising upcoming LBS conferences. Finally, not meeting the speakers in-person wasn’t a huge loss for the LBS group – the PE/VC industry values long-standing relationships and meeting virtually is also a great way to start promising professional connections overseas. How did the conference go, what were your highlights?  It went super well and all the effort that the LBS PE group put in was definitely worth it. The LBS students were very active and helped with all aspects of organising the event, bringing renowned speakers, working together on prep-materials and actively participating on meetings Q&A sessions. In terms of post-event outcomes, a lot of the lessons learnt, and suggestions were later on shared within the LBS community (including the PE/VC and Social Impact clubs) to improve upcoming virtual conferences. We all learned a lot about the PE/VC landscape in Brazil, thanks to the world-class line-up of speakers from diverse segments of the industry including global PE investors, local PE and VC investors, co-investors, sovereign funds and fund of funds. Having a quite diverse mix of funds resulted in agendas with different topics and structures, which was key in providing a more complete and enjoyable learning experience. It was also very interesting to hear the different investment and value creation approaches and perspectives from local mid-market to large global buyout firms. The speakers were highly qualified, very open, friendly and motivated to spend time with us. This meant we had very productive informal Q&A sessions, in which we discussed insightful topics about careers, investing, trends, ESG and many other industry-related topics. We met a lot of interesting PE/VC investors that are shaping the Brazilian real economy and fostering economic growth. It was clear that there’s a lot of growth ahead in the Brazilian PE/VC industry and the firms are excited about the coming years, even under the current challenging pandemic scenario. Overall, the conference was an outstanding learning and networking opportunity, and certainly one of the professional highlights of my LBS experience! The post How to lead a Virtual PE Conference appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
19 Jan 2021, 10:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: How to lead a Virtual Private Equity Conference |
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By Lucy Palin, MiF Admissions Manager It’s safe to say that we’re all very comfortable with engaging in a virtual world. Whether it’s catching up with friends or strategy planning at work. It’s been an unexpected delight to see how well everything works virtually but it’s easy to forget the learning curve we have all gone through. Andre Chacur De Miranda, MiF2020, was planning to lead the Private Equity Trek to Brazil, a LBS event gathering top talents to visit key PE firms in the region. However, as COVID-19 spread he had to work out on how he was going to deliver a highly anticipated PE event, virtually. I asked Andre how he did it… So, Andre, how do you even begin to make a conference virtual when you had planned something to be delivered in person? By that time, the first week of March, the main concern was to call-off the event. Although we had everything planned to visit Rio and São Paulo in Brazil; flights and accommodation were all booked, firms were scheduled and we had a highly motivated group of LBS students, the outbreak was escalating extremely fast and the global situation was dramatically changing every day. Thus, the PE Trek in March was cancelled, and by August I started to re-organise it – which became the first fully virtual LBS Private Equity/Venture Capital conference. I was confident the event would be successful, especially after the great experience from LBS virtual classes. I also joined some virtual conferences and events to understand its dynamics and what could work best for us. When planning the virtual event, a lot of things had changed but the shift to virtual had a lot of value and there were more benefits than expected. What were the main things you had to keep in mind when planning the conference? I kept in mind that I needed to re-think almost everything from organisation to logistics. On one hand, a great benefit that arose was the possibility to add more participants to the event, with more students having the opportunity to learn, and firms had access to a broader pool of LBS talent. The general logistics were significantly easier to manage (e.g., people not having to travel from UK to Brazil or, during the event, not having to rush from one meeting to another). Plus, not having to travel enabled the event to run in parallel with classes (instead of block-week limited) and to have more flexibility in the conference agenda (e.g., greater spacing between meetings vs having all of it in a week). On the other hand, one of my greatest concerns was to efficiently manage LBS participants attendance and engagement; in my view, it’s crucial to have students who are highly motivated and engaged in order to represent the LBS community well. I tested different ways to mitigate that risk and overall, it worked well. I have learnt some great lessons and shared them internally with colleagues that will be organising upcoming LBS conferences. Finally, not meeting the speakers in-person wasn’t a huge loss for the LBS group – the PE/VC industry values long-standing relationships and meeting virtually is also a great way to start promising professional connections overseas. How did the conference go, what were your highlights? It went super well and all the effort that the LBS PE group put in was definitely worth it. The LBS students were very active and helped with all aspects of organising the event, bringing renowned speakers, working together on prep-materials and actively participating on meetings Q&A sessions. In terms of post-event outcomes, a lot of the lessons learnt, and suggestions were later on shared within the LBS community (including the PE/VC and Social Impact clubs) to improve upcoming virtual conferences. We all learned a lot about the PE/VC landscape in Brazil, thanks to the world-class line-up of speakers from diverse segments of the industry including global PE investors, local PE and VC investors, co-investors, sovereign funds and fund of funds. Having a quite diverse mix of funds resulted in agendas with different topics and structures, which was key in providing a more complete and enjoyable learning experience. It was also very interesting to hear the different investment and value creation approaches and perspectives from local mid-market to large global buyout firms. The speakers were highly qualified, very open, friendly and motivated to spend time with us. This meant we had very productive informal Q&A sessions, in which we discussed insightful topics about careers, investing, trends, ESG and many other industry-related topics. We met a lot of interesting PE/VC investors that are shaping the Brazilian real economy and fostering economic growth. It was clear that there’s a lot of growth ahead in the Brazilian PE/VC industry and the firms are excited about the coming years, even under the current challenging pandemic scenario. Overall, the conference was an outstanding learning and networking opportunity, and certainly one of the professional highlights of my LBS experience! The post How to lead a Virtual Private Equity Conference appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
19 Jan 2021, 10:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: MFA: Reflecting on my first term |
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By Jules Noel, MFA2021 Reflecting on my first term at LBS, I must say that it was quite busy and exceeded the expectations I had! It all started during the summer with the pre-programme courses to hit the ground running in September and the summer-series from the Career Centre. The summer series are intended to explore the different career paths available and discover which one would be a good fit for each of us. These sessions also walk the students through the recruitment processes, the intricacies of each industry, and the next steps to take. It was extremely useful to have such a condensed and accessible outlook of all the opportunities and how to seize them! Once arriving at the school, I was mainly taking time for three different areas: my “career”, the classes, and my social life. Right from the beginning, it’s time to prepare for recruitment in certain fields and send applications in the first few weeks. Regarding this, I could not be happier about the support received by LBS. The Career Centre is doing an outstanding job to prepare you for any goal you have post-LBS. My two cents on the application process: start early, take advantage of the resources given, they are gold, and reach out to your new network to help you in finding the right path for you! Next, the classes are of course also kicking off and there is a clear need to directly put the effort in, especially with the group assignment. One of my favourite things about the classes at LBS is the group assignment: they are challenging, interesting, and working with super motivated and bright people is simply great for learning and making friends. The teaching style is also effective; I like how everything is about the application of knowledge in a real-life situation. Lastly, social life, I started my master’s during the COVID-19 crisis but still managed to get a social life. I joined the rugby, finance, PE, and sailing club arriving at LBS. I still got to participate in rugby tournaments against other English teams and enjoy it to its fullest whilst it was possible. Shout-out to the social reps on this point. They organised coffee chats, restaurants meetings, and dinners, when it was permitted, for anyone wanting to meet more students from other programmes. I also try to take part in other projects such as the Movember campaign – LBS raised a record £19,000 towards men’s health issues during November. It’s amazing to have ambitious people putting their skills and knowledge into such a mission. If I want anyone reading this to remember something, it would be that the most exceptional feature of LBS is its outstanding community. I never met more interesting, supportive, and fun people. The community is extremely cohesive and working together towards each student’s goal. The post MFA: Reflecting on my first term appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
20 Jan 2021, 04:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Alumni reflections on the GIFT |
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By Maria Busz, MAM Recruitment Associate At LBS, we believe that international exposure is an integral part of becoming a well-rounded, business-oriented individual. That’s why we feel that Global Immersion Field Trips are an essential part of your degree. GIFTs allow you to gain first-hand exposure to new economies, sectors, cultures and organisations. You will be able to explore key themes of Technology and Entrepreneurship or Social Impact Knowledge of how to operate in different international environments. For many students, GIFTs proved to be a transformational learning and life experience. We’ve met up with Kushal Bajpai, a MAM2020 graduate, to share his experience of a Global Immersion Field Trip. When did your trip take place and where did you go? It was in December 2019, we visited Silicon Valley in San Francisco. What were your first impressions of the trip? We were only three months into our LBS journey, so it was fantastic to mix with students of other programmes and get to know them better during the six days of the trip. Professor Costas was a fantastic guide during the trip. When it comes to Silicon Valley itself, seeing all the start-ups, meeting their employees and learning from their experience was an eye-opening experience. Why was that experience so important to you? The theme of the GIFT was “Destruction”, it focused on the destructive side of new technologies and its impact on the environment and the people. Seeing how many start-ups are reinventing the technology market and making sure that they reverse the damage and create a better, more sustainable environment was really inspiring. We were impressed by new ways of using data as well. What were the other highlights of the trip? I would say the fact that it sparked my interest in something I was never that interested in, that is Venture Capital. Getting to see why people invest and what sort of things they are looking for in an investment was really inspiring for me. It also inspired me to consider how to implement new data-driven culture in areas that are rooted in a more traditional economy, for example India. It would not have been possible to reflect on that if it wasn’t for GIFT. Did you get an opportunity to socialise or to do some sightseeing? We did! The trip was very intense, but we managed to go out and meet locals on some occasions, we explored San Francisco as well. We also did some exploring after the trip. Do you have any other feedback about the trip you would like to share? Something that came up in feedback of a lot of students was that some companies could have prepared a bit better for our visit, but that’s just a small improvement that could be made and it didn’t affect the quality of the trip. Did you manage to expand your network during the trip? Yes, definitely, you get to meet a lot of new people and keep in touch with them. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! The post Alumni reflections on the GIFT appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
20 Jan 2021, 09:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: EMBA-GLOBAL: THOUGHT LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS JANUARY 2021 |
World-class thought leadership faculty and research from London Business School and Columbia Business School      The post EMBA-GLOBAL: THOUGHT LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS JANUARY 2021 appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
25 Jan 2021, 02:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: An Introduction to Business Education |
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By Lydia Wakefield, Associate Director, External Partnerships and Scholarships – Degree Education A masters degree is a significant investment in your future. We have created the ‘Next Gen Leaders: An Introduction to Business Education’ webinar series in an aim to demystify business education for aspiring leaders. If you are deciding that your next step is business school, this series will help you make the right choice for your future. Each session in the series covers a key question that many have when deciding on whether their next step is business school.  What is the difference between a Masters in Management, MBA and Executive MBA? Find out what masters degree suits your needs and ambitions. We talk through the different programmes including who they are designed for, their content, mode of study, entry requirements and how they can help you achieve your professional goals. View this session  Why consider a post-graduate business education? The Recruitment and Admissions teams along with Student Ambassadors from the Early Career and MBA programmes share considerations when applying to Business School and the impact that the programmes are already having on their careers. View this session  The value in business school education – is it worth the investment? Our alumni share their personal experiences of studying at London Business School, the impact it has had on their career, the benefits of having a global network and ultimately why they believe business education is worth the investment. View this session  How to fund your investment in business school. Our Financial Aid and Business Development teams explain more about our scholarship portfolio, applying for loans and how to search for funding. They also offer some guidance on approaching your employer for support. View this session  What are the GRE and GMAT? Ever wondered why the test is required and how your score is evaluated? Our team explain the rationale from an LBS perspective, the score range and recommended scores per programme. Manhattan Prep will also provide practical tips for achieving the best result. View this session  Your application – bringing your authentic self. Our Recruitment and Admissions Directors share what they look for in future students and how you can bring your unique background, experiences and motivations to life in your application. View this session For further information on any of our programmes, please contact our Recruitment & Admissions team at masters@london.edu. The post An Introduction to Business Education appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
26 Jan 2021, 05:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Developing tomorrow’s Technology leaders |
 By Giri Kesavan (MBA2021) Giri is the Co-President of The Tech & Media Club at London Business School. An MBA2021 student, he also chairs the degree & careers wide Technology Sector Steering Committee, working with the school, faculty, industry, alumni and Careers Centre on Technology education & careers. Giri works with The Wheeler Institute on content development, outreach and student-led collaborations. He is further involved with the school as an MBA Academic Representative and Peer Leader for Technology. The intersection of Technology & Business. Digitalisation is transforming how we think about business in all aspects of our lives. With an ever-growing emphasis on developing employees with data-fluency, management decision making skills and a strong appreciation of the technology sector, embedding technology and business into the LBS experience has never been more important. As I come towards the conclusion of my MBA programme at LBS, it’s been a privilege to work holistically across the school to prepare our students with the skills, experiences and network to embark on careers in Technology. Over the past 18 months, across faculty, staff, alumni, student led initiatives, experiential learning teams, alumni & industry – we’ve built a real focus for Technology at LBS. Academics Painting a story with data. It’s what I talked about last summer when we first introduced our new MBA concentration in Technology & Analytics. The concentration gives our MBA students a mix of skills across Product Management, Analytics, Marketing, Deep Tech applications and Digital Strategy – all within the MBA programme and taught by our expert faculty. This year we’ve also augmented the curriculum with critical skills across SQL and data visualisation tools – truly preparing our students to lead data-driven teams. Careers Centre With a dedicated Technology focused sector team within LBS Careers Centre, our students have dedicated individual mentoring and sector specific advice. Indeed, in my first year, I was amazed at how individual and personalised the feedback gets! This year, it’s been a privilege to be part of the Careers Centre Peer Leader programme, where second year students act as sounding boards and informal mentors to new students. Supplementing this, we’ve leveraged the virtual context to run more events, networking opportunities and speaker sessions than ever before. Student-Led Student clubs are a critical part of the LBS experience and I’ve had the honour this year to help lead The Tech & Media Club (TMC) as Co-President. Within TMC, we’ve focused on connecting students to opportunities in technology – through a mix of fireside chats, international treks, industry talks and skills training sessions. Further, this year TMC has expanded the Elevate mentorship programme by connecting our students to alumni mentors within industry, building a partnership, sparking a network and giving a true insight into the industry. Alumni It’s been a pleasure to get to know so many amazing alumni during my time at LBS. Across the world, our alumni in Technology have leveraged their LBS experience to embark on successful careers in the Tech sector on a global basis. This year, our Alumni have been involved in career related international virtual treks out to Silicon Valley, New York, Dublin, have become involved in mentoring current students, helped with skills workshops and recruitment preparation and been a key part of technology focused events. Academics. Careers Centre. Student-Led. Alumni. Across these 4 pillars, we’re ensuring that our school has a fantastic suite of opportunities for students from any background to become tomorrow’s technology leaders and create impact in the digital world. The post Developing tomorrow’s Technology leaders appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
27 Jan 2021, 08:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Meet our GMiM Ambassadors |
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By Malak Hammoud, Recruitment Manager – MiM & GMiM In this first of three installments covering the recent Global Masters in Management (GMiM) webinars, we introduce a panel of our [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/student-alumni-and-ambassadors#sort=%40profilesurname%20ascending&f:programme=[Global%20Masters%20in%20Management]&f:profileisambassador=[Ambassadors]]GMiM Ambassadors[/url] who answered questions that come up time and again for those in the application process or thinking of applying to the GMiM programme. This webinar covered:
After an introduction from each ambassador we jumped straight into questions. Why did you decide to study your postgraduate degree at LBS? Why did you favour us over other schools? Aleksandra Makarova GMiM2022 At a certain level I just knew it was a gut feeling for me that I knew I would be happy here and it hasn’t disappointed in any way. It’s incredible how personal the approach is from the Career Centre. We get different types of coaching, and if you’re not sure what career you want to do then they help you figure it out – there’s just so much support that it felt like a huge advantage. Giulia Galvani GMiM2022 I had one thousand rational reasons for wanting to come to LBS but it came down to a gut feeling. I think what really made a difference was the number of extracurricular activities; whatever kind of interest you have, you can always find a club that covers that. What was your involvement in the student clubs? What have you gained from these clubs so far? Luka Laurick GMiM2022 I’m involved in the Football Club but I’m also part of the Impact Consulting Club. I’m currently working on a project on reusable cups and how we can increase the adoption of these cups. I’ve really enjoyed following my interests. Aleksandra Makarova GMiM2022 I’m on the exco of the Finance Club and the Women in Business Club. Being in these positions means you can gain so much experience; for the Finance Club we are organising so many events, and I get to meet all the people who are presenting at these events and talk to them and figure out how to make sure everyone enjoys it and gets the most out of it. I think it’s a huge skill and it will help your career later on. Watch the full webinar below to hear more about their experience’s so far and why they chose the GMiM at LBS. The post Meet our GMiM Ambassadors appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
29 Jan 2021, 09:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Panel with our second year GMiM students |
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By Alex Hurd, MiM & GMiM Student Recruitment Associate In this second of three installments covering the recent Global Masters in Management (GMiM) webinars, we held a panel with our GMiM second year students to hear more about their experience and why LBS was their top choice. This webinar covered:
After our students introduced themselves and why they chose the GMiM programme we discussed more about their experiences. How would you describe the LBS experience and community? Dominik Bründler MiM2020/GMiM2021 One word that is used by everyone is “diversity” and it’s so true, the cohort is incredibly diverse. You do a lot of group work and it means you get the opportunity to work with people with different strengths and who come from different countries, which I think is a great learning experience. The cohort is also super fun; it sounds a bit funny but it’s like a big family. Vishesh Bhuptani MiM2020/GMiM2021 I 100% agree with what Dominik said, it feels like a big family and you settle into LBS very easily. Another thing I would like to add is the amount of networking you get to do. You get to meet people from so many diverse backgrounds, and I don’t just mean meeting people in the MiM or GMiM cohorts; you have a lot of chances to meet people from different programmes. There are always events going on where you get to meet people from industry and hear about their experiences and learn from them too. What did a typical week look like in your first and second terms? Dominik Bründler MiM2020/GMiM2021 I believe that we had 4 to 5 classes a week with a class for Chinese too. For me, it was a different experience to when I did my undergraduate degree because I was used to a system where you had semesters that get more intense towards exams. At LBS you have weekly assignments which keep you busy within each term. The terms are also much shorter so you usually have 5 to 10 weeks per subject and then you have exams before moving onto another subject. This makes the typical week different depending on where you are in the term. Sometimes it’s quite an intense workload because of group projects and upcoming exams, but after exams you usually have one or two weeks which are a bit more free, so this is the time that a lot of people go out and attend events. Vishesh Bhuptani MiM2020/GMiM2021 You will have a lot of things to do even outside of the classroom. At LBS, the amount of learning that you do in the classroom will almost be equal to the learning you can do outside the classroom, and you will be in London so you will want to explore that too. In the earlier months of the programme there will be career events and club events so a lot of things will be going on simultaneously so you will have to manage your time, because as Domink said, the group assignments and weekly assignments do take up a lot of time. If you keep your priorities clear I think you will be able to get through it pretty easily. Watch the full webinar below to hear more about their experience’s so far and why they chose the GMiM at LBS. To view the first webinar in this series on the GMiM, where we introduce our First Year Ambassadors, click here. The post Panel with our second year GMiM students appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
29 Jan 2021, 11:00
02 Feb 2021, 11:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: A Happy Hybrid New Year |
 By Vasudha Khandeparkar, EMBA London 2022 A very happy new year to everyone! EMBA life definitely did get the better of me towards the end of term 1. Assignments, exams and readings along with a pandemic, a busy job, and pregnancy complications meant that keeping you all in the loop has taken a back seat. I did however break the news at work and it couldn’t have gone better. The support I have received from my work through the EMBA and through bed rest has been better than anything I could have anticipated. This however, is about LBS. Obviously, one aspect which has allowed me to keep up with school while still attending lectures and completing assignments has been the hybrid model. There is no substitute for being in the classroom and after attending classes in person and on Zoom, I can confidently say that the virtual experience is a good contender, but will never be as good as in person teaching. The faculty and students are more used to teaching in person and this is quite evident in class interactions. One thing that is better in the hybrid model is the ability to chat on the Zoom platform. I don’t think I am alone in saying that I have learned as much from the Zoom chat as I have from the faculty. Exams and assignments were all delivered online which made it quite easy to study and complete them in the allotted time frame. We had a 48-hour window during which all exams were made available to us with only one needing to be completed within a specific time frame. There was no need to have cameras on and I was able to complete the exams with no issues. I did not feel the need to reach out to the school to change any exam schedules or give me an extension even though I was on bed rest. However, I have applied for considerations around my due date. I will communicate how that goes in one of my next blogs. On a more personal note, one thing I would caution you on is the unpredictability nature of one’s pregnancy. While it was good that the school is currently operating the hybrid model due to the pandemic, classes were not an issue to attend. However, networking and the ability to meet peers is definitely hampered. There is also a mental toll caused by a high-risk pregnancy. When this is combined with assignments and an intense workload, this can be quite a significant pain point. LBS has some amazing student support and wellness resources which you can leverage. I had the fortune of having a great support system at home and in my study group which made this period much easier to deal with. A drawback of being a pregnant EMBA is that people naturally assume you don’t want to take on any additional load – be it your cohort or otherwise. As I have written in a previous iteration, some individuals prefer to network in person and there is little one can do, especially when you are laid up in bed. When it comes to broader networking and asking for mentorship or other opportunities, the quote was “don’t take anything else on”. What I will say however is to ensure that you know what you want, as with doggedness does come success. Where others have assumed that pregnant means slow, I have been able to connect with individuals on my own. While I would have loved to say that you will get the same opportunities as everyone else, reality can be different once people find out you are pregnant. As a pregnant EMBA, I hope that in 2021, I can make small strides towards changing this perception. The post A Happy Hybrid New Year appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
05 Feb 2021, 02:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Meet our GMiM Alumni |
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By Giulia Galvani, GMiM2021 and Aleksandra Makarova, GMiM2022 In this second of three installments covering the recent Global Masters in Management (GMiM) webinars, we held a panel with our GMiM alumni to hear more about their experiences and careers after LBS. This webinar covered:
Our alumni gave some really valuable insight into their experience at LBS. What impact would you say the global alumni community had on your experience; through the application process, as a student and now as an alum? Chiara Mantovani, GMiM2017 As soon as I got to London I got to meet various alumni via the career events. There is such a strong sense of alumni community that not only takes place while you’re on campus but one that continues for a long time. Even at my current company we have an LBS alumni group that I founded, so it’s pretty cool that people want to be a part of it. It’s not just where you studied, it’s where you still feel like you belong, so the community is very strong. Olympe Gonet, GMiM2018 A big differentiator of LBS versus all the other graduate schools is the alumni community and it’s such a tight network. You’re always encouraged to ask questions of other alumni and I always get a response, even from senior people. What advice would you give someone who is thinking of applying, or currently applying to LBS? Olympe Gonet, GMiM2018 Definitely talk about Asia, China and Fudan. Obviously talk about LBS as well, but it’s important to highlight why you are interested in the GMiM as opposed to the MiM. If you’re interested in getting to know Asian culture and business then the GMiM is definitely the programme for you. Chiara Mantovani, GMiM2017 I would agree, you have to definitely highlight why you want to be a part of the GMiM, so making sure in the application, in your cover letter, in your interview you explain very thoroughly why Asia. It’s a smaller group, so of course it’s quite selective, but if you stand out as having strong reasons as to why you think Asia is a good place for you to learn and grow, and why a 2 year programme is better for you than a 1 year programme, then those are all helpful points to mention. Watch the full webinar below to hear more about their experience’s so far and why they chose the GMiM at LBS. To view the first webinar in this series on the GMiM, where we introduce our first year Student Ambassadors, click here. The post Meet our GMiM Alumni appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
08 Feb 2021, 03:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Welcoming the Sloan class of 2021 |
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By Ashley Curry, Admissions Manager Sloan & EMBA-Global Programmes We are pleased to welcome the newest edition to our LBS family, the Sloan class of 2021! We recently welcomed 55 students, who kicked off their LBS Sloan programme with Orientation on 7 January. Orientation week proved a success amongst our latest cohort with over 90% of the group reporting high satisfaction with the experience. I am delighted with our latest intake and thought it was worth sharing some stats on how this class is made up. 2021 Class profile Among the class of 55 students, we have 22 Nationalities represented with many students from India, Brazil, Japan and Europe. In addition, we are pleased to have representation from Belgium, Congo, France, Egypt, Italy, Serbia, Zimbabwe and Nepal. The number of women on the programme is 22%. We have 12 strong women coming from:, China, Nigeria, Morocco, Russia, India, Germany, Italy, Spain, France and the U.K. Year on year our Sloan class has an average of 18 years of experience, with this year boasting 18.9. The seniority represented in the class is a feature unique to the LBS Sloan programme, and one we are very proud of. Although we do accept candidates with 12-15 years, these candidates are exceptional in terms of leadership experience, academic excellence, and responsibility held in previous roles. The spread of industries is very broad this year, though finance still dominates the group at 25%. We welcome students from the Defence and Military services, the Travel and Tourism sector, Higher Education and Legal services. Some notable companies represented are Morgan Stanley, PepsiCo, O2, PWC, McKinsey, SAP America, Marriott International and Microsoft. Among the many job functions, many bring experience from General Manager, Consultant and Executive Director roles. One of the most impressive features of the class of 2021 is that close to 60% of them hold a postgraduate qualification already. In addition, four of them hold a Ph.D. and 4 a Doctorate. Ready to start your journey? There is no better way to grasp the huge benefits of studying the Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy than to listen to our alumni experiences and hear about their motivations, prospects and successes. Click here to find out more. The post Welcoming the Sloan class of 2021 appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
08 Feb 2021, 09:00
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: MiF Student Perspective: What makes the Masters in Finance a unique experience? |
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By Lucky Singh, MiF Recruitment Manager The Masters in Finance (MiF) programme at LBS is distinguished from other programmes as it is designed for finance professionals with at least 3 years of work experience, and includes: 6 comprehensive core courses, over 40 electives to choose from, 4 concentrations, practitioner courses, professional and technical skills workshops and access to career coaching sessions. As a result, the MiF gives you the knowledge, training and network you need to thrive in your finance career. I asked two of our fantastic Student Ambassadors, Ana Hidalgo Manzano (MiF PT 2022) andJoe Messina (MiF FT 2020) about what they think makes the MiF a unique experience, and how they are finding the programme so far. Why did you decide to study the MiF at LBS? What makes the MiF unique? Joe: “My past experience as a senior auditor at Richter LLP, one of the largest independent business advisory and family office firms in Canada, provided a great foundation to transition into the world of investments. However, I recognised that there are still some gaps in the skills necessary for my career switch. Therefore, I was especially looking to LBS’s outstanding courses – such as Corporate Finance, Private Equity and Venture Capital, Advanced Financial Statements Analysis, Distressed Investing and Digital Investing – to bolster my toolkit. The MiF and the MBA are designed for experienced professionals in the middle stages of their career. However, I chose the MiF rather than the MBA because I was sure that I wanted to pursue a finance career, and I felt that was it best suited for my career aspirations. On the other hand, the MBA is a more general degree, and it will give you broader options in the future.” Ana: “I joined the MiF to sharpen my finance skills, advance my career and enhance my professional network while working. LBS is the best platform as it offers a wide range of options that allows me to tailor my experience to achieve my goals. This unique value proposition is not available in any other executive education institution.” What has surprised you about the MiF so far? Ana: “Besides the impressive number of resources that the School offers (career coaches, sector advisors and technical skills workshops etc) I think the most valuable asset so far is the quality of my cohort. They are really smart people in their fields and the professional and cultural diversity of the class is very enriching for all of us.” Joe: “I was surprised by the extensive career centre workshops where I had the chance to hone my interpersonal skills with experts in the field. Moreover, LBS is very well respected in the finance industry, attracting some of the biggest names in finance to the classroom. I am always pleasantly surprised when the professors invite finance practitioners into classroom sessions. So far, I have had the chance to learn from the world’s most prominent figures in investment banking, SPACs and private equity firms.” What has been your favourite aspect of the MiF? Joe: “I am really enjoying Professor Florin Vasvari’s Distressed Investing course. LBS is probably the only business school in the world that offers a course on this topic which is another reason why I chose to study at LBS. I have had the opportunity to pitch an investment proposal to a Managing Director of one of Europe’s most prominent distressed fund.” Ana: “I personally enjoy the practitioner courses. I find them very practical, as they provide an insightful perspective about the industry, the challenges as well as the opportunities. In addition, they always bring amazing guest speakers to the table, and the sessions are very interactive.” What clubs have you got involved in and how have they benefited you? Ana: “I am part of the Executive Committee of the Foodie Club, in the Marketing team. Besides getting to know people from other programmes (including MBAs and MiMs), I am learning about how to articulate a marketing strategy. I am now more conscious about the effort that all of the clubs put in behind the scenes to make things happen for the LBS community. In addition, the Investment Management Club and the Women in Business club have an amazing agenda of events that I always make time for.” Joe: “I’m the VP of Conference for the Real Estate Club, where I have the opportunity to connect with an extensive network of LBS Alumni in the field. Additionally, the prospect of learning from some of the most prominent figures in the field at the Real Estate Conference is immeasurably enticing. In return, I hope to leverage my accounting background and experience to add a different perspective to the club’s discussions.” What advice would you give prospective MiF students to help prepare them for the programme and business school experience? Ana: “You will be starting your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and it will be over in the blink of an eye so, make the most of it! Find out what do you want to get out of the MiF and use the LBS resources to get yourself into there. Make sure you speak to current Students and Alumni. Network as much as you can and make sure you have fun along the way!” Joe: “If you plan on pursuing the MiF, you should hunt for a finance-related job that allows you to grow and demonstrate your strengths. This job should be the stepping-stone before doing the MiF that will best allow you to make the jump to your dream job. I would also recommend writing at least the first CFA exam; many of the concepts helped prepare me for the programme’s core courses. In addition, I completed Wall Street Prep’s premium package before starting the programme, which well-prepared me for many of the investment-related electives.” To discover more about the Masters in Finance, download our brochure here. To speak to our Student Ambassadors, click here. The post MiF Student Perspective: What makes the Masters in Finance a unique experience? appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
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