This spring, a group of Cambridge MBA students embarked on a transformative Global Consulting Project (GCP) with the Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF), marking a significant academic and cultural expedition into the Middle East. This student-sourced initiative, networked with a MFin alumnus now at DFDF, was not just a test of our analytical acumen but also a comprehensive immersion into the vibrant local culture. The project aimed to develop investment theses around three pivotal themes: The Future of Finance, The Future of Work, and The Future of Healthcare, specifically tailored for the MEN ..read more

I am proud to have attended the recent Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) Club Leadership Summit in Atlanta, on behalf of Cambridge Judge Business School and as a leader of the Pride @ CJBS Special Interest Group (SIG), along with passionate pioneers and peers from more than 40 top business schools. Some of my thoughts, reflections and takeaways are: Institutional knowledge proves paramount, especially for LGBTQ+ communities and clubs, where limitations in size and membership are common, (even more so for one-year MBA programmes). Implementing simple measures such as Power ..read more

Two generations from the same family have chosen to pursue postgraduate courses at St Catharine’s College, Cambridge (fondly known as Catz) and enjoyed similar experiences at the College two decades apart. We recently had the opportunity to interview alumna Amanda Lo (MBA 2001) and her nephew William Lan (a Medical Sciences MPhil student specialising in psychiatry) to find out why they both came to Cambridge and how their time at St Catharine’s compares.  What was your academic journey before Cambridge? Amanda: “I began my university studies at New York University, before majoring i ..read more

Entering the realm of social entrepreneurship was like stepping into a world where passion meets pragmatism, where every idea carries the potential to ignite change. I recently had the privilege of participating in a 3-day workshop at King’s College, designed for aspiring social entrepreneurs. This immersive experience was a deep dive into the intricacies of building enterprises aimed at solving societal problems. Here, I’ll share my journey, hoping to illuminate the path for others intrigued by this fulfilling pursuit. The art of visual storytelling Our journey began with a lesson in express ..read more

I got to “hack” for the first time at the CHANEL fashion sustainability hackathon in November 2023. It was a unique opportunity to work alongside talented and driven professionals in the luxury fashion industry while attempting to crack one of the most pressing issues of our time – fashion sustainability.   I was honoured to be selected as one of the participants representing the University of Cambridge, and Cambridge Judge Business School for this two-day experience. Upon arriving at the CHANEL corporate headquarters on Rue Cambon in Paris, France, I was introduced to my teammates ..read more

Unlike most people, I was a Round 6 admit to the Cambridge MBA programme. I chose the last possible round to apply and almost didn’t press the final submit button on my application. But like I said, it was written in the stars; my interview was conducted within three days, and I had my offer letter in a week. As a global citizen (born in India, raised in Dubai, and worked in Toronto before Cambridge), I was searching for an MBA experience that is diverse, inclusive, and global in every aspect. To say Cambridge has exceeded all my expectations would not be a lie. I have met some of the smartes ..read more

Here’s part 3 of my MBA series – Thinking about your career Blue Skies Thinking (or is it?): career pivot & triple jumps I was a hard-core number cruncher working in financial services in Mumbai, India; post MBA, I pivoted into Design Consulting in London, UK – I made the triple jump. It’s something I have wanted since I decided to do the Cambridge MBA, but I never thought I could manage. Many people will tell you to temper your expectations, and that might be good advice if you want to coast through your MBA, but if you’re willing to think of creative ways of making things happen and the ..read more

Part 2 of my MBA series: The topic that excites a few and scares most of us – Networking Human-centered networking and communication You need a networking backlog Remember that before, during, and after your MBA, LinkedIn is going to be your best friend! By this point in your journey, you should have a rough list of schools, some dream companies you’d love to work at and some roles you’d be interested in. Based on these three things, you’ll be able to find many people on LinkedIn who could help answer questions and help you shape your application better. These people will be a part of your ne ..read more

This year marks my 5th year as a mother. I embraced pregnancy in 2020, followed by four transformative years of motherhood. The experiences of the last four years have been profound, teaching me invaluable lessons in empathy, kindness, love, sacrifice, and the essence of life – far beyond what my pre-pregnancy years offered. As part of the world celebrates a mother’s love today, I would like to share that this is my first Mother’s Day where my child is with my parents. It was my birthday ten days ago, and my daughter wished me via a video call. She kissed the picture of me on the phone screen ..read more

Thrilled to have returned to my MBA alma mater, Cambridge Judge , to share insights on Innovation in Africa. The story of Interswitch Group is always an honour to share. Joined by former colleague and co-fintech collaborator Khadijah Abu from Paystack, it was a session filled with enriching conversations. Here are a few takeaways that resonated with me: Networks matter: Grateful to Professor Jaideep Prabhu for providing this platform (I was his student in 2011). Maintaining connections over the years proved invaluable. Relationships have lasting value: Khadijah reminded me that I was her ..read more