What started as a quick chat with just one alumnus and one cohort member quickly scaled into a much larger initiative. Invitations poured in, resulting in offline and online meetups in Jakarta that brought together eight alumni to speak with our incoming group. The discussion quickly elevated from simple packing lists to high-level strategic advice on navigating academic rigor, immersing in Cambridge traditions, executing career pivots, and cultivating strategic relationships.
The Twin-Lens MBA: Why we’re living the case studies we once shared as a dream
What happens when your classmates at Cambridge Judge are industry titans? You don’t just study business; you get a front-row seat to how the world actually moves. In our world, the MBA classroom has no walls. We aren’t just flipping through paper case studies, we are walking through them. It sounds like a Netflix drama. But for me, it’s just another Tuesday in the Cambridge MBA.
Building Commenti in a day: How Vibe Coding Hackathon helped us turn insightful feedback into an imp...
When we walked into the Cambridge Judge Business School Vibe Coding Hackathon on a Saturday morning, all we really had was a shared frustration and a blank page. By the end of the day, we had Commenti: an all-in-on review intelligence platform for e‑commerce sellers, built in under eight hours, and selected as the winner of the Hackathon.
From Cambridge MBA to international arbitration: ‘Giving to Gain’ in construction disputes
Working in construction disputes in the City of London, I often draw on perspectives shaped during my Cambridge MBA. Through initiatives with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and involvement in international arbitration events, I have seen how contributing to professional communities creates opportunities for learning, collaboration, and growth across the interconnected worlds of engineering, law, and business.
My journey from music to the Cambridge MBA
Performing music has always been my first love, but my curiosity has extended far beyond the stage. From sustainability and entrepreneurship to the business of music, I have sought to bridge creativity with impact. The Cambridge MBA has allowed me to deepen that intersection in transformative ways.
From winter break to back in Cambridge: Early Lent Term reflections
Steven Pillon, Cambridge MBA Class of 2025, reflects on returning to Cambridge for Lent Term after a whirlwind winter break. From travel and time with loved ones to discovering how much the cohort now feels like home, the second term marks a shift- deeper friendships, new electives, and a growing appreciation of just how special the Cambridge MBA experience is.
Closing the Term: Late nights, shared meals, and quiet wins
The past two weeks have been full.
The kind of full that leaves you tired, proud, and quietly challenged.
Sharing my first term MBA experience
My experience at Cambridge Judge Business School has been shaped by a curriculum built around the felt experience of leadership, education, and business. As a former member of the U.S. military, I have faced many moments where both my leadership and my intellect were tested in situations that pushed the limits of what is physically and mentally possible. One of my mentors once told me, “Leadership is felt. It does not flash, it glows.” At Cambridge Judge Business School, I finally understood what he meant.
Charting my post-MBA path in renewable energy
I’m Irene Zhang from Cambridge MBA cohort of 2024–2025 and this year has been one of the most transformative chapters of my life. Before coming to Cambridge, I worked as a Sustainability and Energy Transition Consultant at EY, where I first became deeply engaged with the global shift toward low-carbon development.
Registration Day at Judge Business School and slowing down, exploring and punting in Cambridge
Melissa’s first days at Cambridge Judge were a whirlwind of calm beginnings, unexpected adventures and meaningful connections. From SIM card struggles to punting on the River Cam, she quickly discovered that Cambridge is as much about people and moments as it is about study. Dive into her journey of discovery and belonging.
My first day in Cambridge: New beginnings
Melissa’s first day in Cambridge was a mix of bittersweet farewells, awe-filled first impressions and cozy moments- from leaving Ghana after 30 years to exploring Wolfson College, the city’s bicycles and iconic landmarks, all under a quintessentially British rainy sky.
From Classroom to Impact: Consulting for Ecosia
As part of the Cambridge MBA Sustainable Business Concentration, Azra collaborated with Ecosia to explore a new B2B model supporting corporate sustainability goals. Their recommendations were highly praised and highlighted the programme’s focus on real-world, purpose-driven learning.
My first impressions of Cambridge
Ron (MBA 2025) has been in Cambridge for just a month yet it already feels like home. He finds the city charming and its people warm and welcoming. Life at Churchill College offers him space to breathe and a sense of tranquillity- from cycling through the streets to punting on the River Cam, each experience has revealed another layer of what makes Cambridge so special.
1 year MBA playbook: how to make it count
After leaving consulting for the Cambridge MBA, Yijing embraced the intensity of a one-year programme- balancing lectures, group projects and late-night case work with building real-world ventures. From exploring university-wide meetups and AI hackathons to mastering venture finance and pitching startup ideas, she used every term to expand her skills, network and ambitions.
Beyond the big wins: The quiet moments that shaped my MBA
As Anna concludes her MBA journey, she reflects on a month that has been nothing short of a whirlwind. From completing her classroom studies and surviving Cambridge’s May Bumps, to attending events like London Climate Action Week and launching her own startup, it’s been an action-packed year. Yet, amidst the chaos, Anna finds herself cherishing the quieter moments – like crafting bracelets for the boat club or enjoying late-night conversations in the pub. Her reflection highlights the importance of slowing down to foster growth, build friendships, and find clarity.
Breaking barriers in construction: Reflections from London International Disputes Week
During London International Disputes Week, Daisy, our Cambridge MBA alumna attended Breaking Barriers – Women in Construction at White & Case LLP. The panel, featuring industry leaders like Rebecca Shorter and Kim Franklin KC, explored the gender disparities in construction and disputes, with women representing only 15% of the workforce and less than 13% of arbitrators globally. The session emphasised the need for equal representation and encouraged women to pursue opportunities, even without meeting 100% of the qualifications. Despite the challenges, the panel highlighted how women are driving change in the industry.
The Ice Breaker: How sports turned classmates into lifelong friends
When most people think of an MBA, they imagine case studies, career changes, and networking events. For us, it also involved skates, sticks, and the unmistakable chill of a Cambridge ice rink. As 32-somethings navigating family life and a return to student living, we didn’t expect one of our most valuable lessons to come in a locker room—but that’s exactly where it did.
Cambridge MBA changed my life – In more ways than I expected
Tony Li joined the Cambridge MBA in September 2022 after a successful entrepreneurial journey in the robotics industry. Applying in the third round, he was unsure whether he’d be accepted — but was not only admitted, he was awarded the Technology and Innovation Scholarship. Over the course of the year, Tony immersed himself in the Cambridge experience: leading the Cambridge China Business Society, co-hosting a global webinar on entrepreneurship, and even meeting his future wife, a fellow MBA classmate. Today, he’s back in Shanghai, co-founding a new venture with a Cambridge alumnus and helping build the University’s alumni network in China — a testament to how one year at Cambridge can shape a lifetime.
My Future Forum – an MBA alumna returns
Cambridge is one of the most charming places for me in the world, and being that it is more than a year since I graduated from my programme, I was happy to attend MBA Future Forum as an alumna.The forum, which ran from 19-21 June, was a great chance to connect with current students, and […]
My MBA term key takeaways: Energy & environment
Wrapping up the Easter Term of the Cambridge MBA, my key takeaways have revolved around Energy. In May, we successfully hosted the 2025 CUEN (Cambridge University Energy Network) Conference. Serving as the operations lead for this event was a significant privilege and incredibly fulfilling. A big thanks to all the guest speakers who participated in […]