As the Easter term comes to an end, I have been reflecting on what this MBA journey has truly meant. I flew from Bangkok to Cambridge expecting an intense academic experience: strategy frameworks, financial models, and case studies. And the programme delivered that. But for someone with an accounting and finance background like me, the […]
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And then there were three – my MBA family
3 reflections on our experience starting a family during my Cambridge MBA year: Zoe Conitsiotis was brought into the world at the Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, early in the Easter Term. Her arrival in Spring marked an important milestone during my family’s time in Cambridge whilst I am undertaking the Cambridge MBA, and provides a natural […]
Big screen beckons for MBA and Catz student
A recent film screening for MBA student Penn Harrison was held at St Catharine’s College (Catz), where he is member, ahead of its consideration by international film festivals. Penn Harrison wrote, directed and shot ‘Nick of Time’ before being admitted to the College and has since edited his footage and composed the music from his […]
The Bumps – Lent Term at King’s College Boat Club
The moment I received my King’s College, Cambridge acceptance letter, I immediately knew I would join the King’s College Boat Club (KCBC). Having heard tales of the legendary Bumps races, I was eager to continue the rich tradition of King’s students participating in this quintessentially Cambridge sporting event. What has exceeded all expectations is how […]
Leadership and motivations: The London Marathon to sport at Cambridge during a pandemic – an alumnu
The London Marathon – fundraising for the Samaritans and my motivation to take part I have recently entered the London Marathon to raise funds for the Samaritans, a charity helping people deal with emotional stress and mental health to avoid suicide. Having recently lost my father and Nick Koster (Queens’ College, Cambridge Judge Business School […]
Navigating my MBA journey – Khalig Howard
My time in Cambridge has been nothing short of intellectually transformative. As I navigate my MBA journey at Cambridge Judge Business School, I am constantly amazed by the depth of experiences and opportunities that make Cambridge so special. One of the most exciting aspects has been my participation in the King’s Entrepreneur Lab, conducted under […]
From gemstones to frameworks: My Cambridge MBA journey
On the day that I decided to apply for Cambridge MBA, I took the time to look around at the jewellery store that I had built and run for over 5 years. The jewelleries sparkled and shone, indicative of the growth that my entire team had experienced and contributed to. We had spent years acquiring the skills […]
An incredible start to my MBA year
The past month and a half have been an incredible start to the Michaelmas Term at Cambridge Judge and in the broader Cambridge community. Transitioning from working in the area to being a student again has been a bit strange, but it’s a welcome change! Time is flying by, and each day brings new opportunities, […]
MBA alumna story – Aunt and nephew share a St Catharine’s College connection
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) […]
Our Cambridge MBA story – how love, learning, and friendship can change everything
In the heart of Cambridge, Tony and I found more than just an education at Cambridge Judge Business School – we found a year brimming with love, learning, and friendships that would endure a lifetime. Our story began just before our MBA started in 2022. My world was fintech, and Tony’s was in the automotive and robotics industries. Despite […]
Balancing books and boots: MBA student-athlete at the birthplace of football
Just four months ago, I embarked on an MBA at Cambridge, the experience so far has been nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to the incredible teams I’ve joined. My last term involved working on the Cambridge Venture Project, where I engaged closely with a diverse group of teammates, gaining invaluable hands-on experience. Additionally, I participated […]
Full circle – football and the MBA at Cambridge University
Football has always been my love. I started playing when I was 4 years old and committed myself wholly to the sport from then on. I played in college in the United States for the University of Virginia – an NCAA Division I team that is consistently ranked amongst the top programmes in the country. […]
Churchill College – our MBA family home in Cambridge
Whilst the majority of our students at Churchill College return home for the festive break, many of our postgraduates remain on-site throughout the year. Chilean Industrial Engineer and MBA postgraduate student José Tomás Caviedes Sáenz, first came to Churchill College with his family in September 2022 and lived on-site in the Wolfson Flats with his […]
Rowing at Hughes Hall – my Cambridge MBA
First term of the MBA, I was all over the place, mentally and emotionally. I was in a new country with unpredictably cold weather, meeting super achievers from 20+ countries in an MBA, with the pressure of studies and career. But one thing that kept me focussed and disciplined was rowing at Hughes Hall Boat Club. […]
One term in – my Cambridge MBA experience
Three months into the MBA programme at Cambridge and the first term, Michaelmas Term, comes to a close. The last three months were stories of success, failure, excitement, fun and learning infused with intensity. Here’s a snippet into my first term in Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) University of Cambridge. Began my life here as the […]
Rowing – the Cambridge dream
Like many other MBA candidates, I chose the Cambridge MBA to immerse myself in the wider university and college life. Having rowed throughout my undergraduate degree at Nottingham, UK, I naturally joined my college rowing team at Peterhouse upon arriving in Cambridge. I was selected by Peterhouse for the 1st boat which means over 10 training […]
Returning to school – my MBA first weeks
Returning to school after five years of work was certainly a daunting experience, but the introductory activities planned by the Cambridge MBA team put me at ease. I met countless students hailing from all around the world at the MBA Orientation events and I had a grand time at my college matriculation, at Sidney Sussex […]
Making connections – my first term at Cambridge
What the Cambridge MBA offered me in the Michaelmas Term was not just the eight core MBA courses, but the Cambridge Venture Project, the careers training, and the 221 amazing classmates from the cohort. What impressed me the most was the opportunities to connect with the broader Cambridge ecosystem through the MBA programme. I had […]
BCG MBA Fellowship – Forté scholar Yinshan Loh shares her insights
We caught up with Cambridge MBA Class of 2020/21 student and Forté Foundation scholarship holder Yinshan Loh, as she looks back on her extraordinary Cambridge MBA year, as well as sharing her insights having been awarded the BCG Women’s MBA Fellowship during the year. Can you tell us about your support from BCG – Boston […]
Our Cambridge MBA adventure – together
Hello! We are Nicole and Travis here to share a bit about our experiences as a couple doing the MBA programme, together. A bit about ourselves: Nicole’s background is in global health and she has worked as a project manager for health technologies. Travis is a mechanical engineer who has worked at an energy company. […]