From client meetings in Greece’s maritime industry to exploring the Acropolis and Aegina Island, Melissa reflects on how her Global Consulting Project blended professional growth with cultural discovery. Her experience highlights the global, hands-on learning opportunities that make the Cambridge MBA truly unique.
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An MBA didn’t take me away from the art world, it changed how I see It
After building a career at Christie’s, Sotheby’s and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, I came to the Cambridge MBA not to leave the art world behind, but to gain a broader perspective on how art, business and strategy intersect.
Cambridge MBA: A year of building, learning and surviving
From co-founding the Cambridge Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Club to exploring AI, leading a Global Consulting Project, and preparing to launch a search fund, Taslim reflects on a year of ambitious goals, unexpected lessons, and lifelong friendships. His Cambridge MBA experience was defined by entrepreneurship, collaboration, and learning to lead in new ways.
From Dream to Reality: Living my Cambridge MBA Journey
The Cambridge MBA has been a journey of stretching, growing, and slowly finding my own rhythm. Between lectures, group projects, college formals, and conversations with an incredibly diverse cohort, I’ve gained not only new skills and perspectives, but also a deeper understanding of the kind of leader I want to become.
“Playing not to lose” vs “Playing to win”: From watching the world to standing in it
When I applied to Cambridge Judge Business School, I included a sentence in my applicationthat I had been carrying with me for almost a decade: “My dream is to build a career at theUnited Nations.” When I was 16 years old, I served as a youth ambassador at the United Nations. My dream ofworking for […]
More than an MBA: When discomfort becomes growth
Coming to Cambridge was the biggest leap outside her comfort zone, and the student discovers that discomfort becomes growth when met with support. The MBA exposed her to diverse perspectives, helped her connect fragmented experiences, and revealed the transferable strengths that allowed her to thrive across industries.
The Cambridge MBA: one serendipitous year
What does serendipity really mean? For one Cambridge MBA student, it means saying yes to new opportunities, stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing unexpected experiences. From consulting projects with leading UK organisations and hands-on work with startup founders, to transformative classroom learning and a vibrant social life in Cambridge, this reflection explores how the MBA creates opportunities for growth across professional, academic and personal dimensions.
Top five “Pinch Me” moments in the Cambridge MBA
Since joining the Cambridge MBA in September, my journey has been filled with unforgettable “pinch me” moments — from receiving three scholarships that made this dream possible, to seeing my story featured in the Financial Times, attending an intimate performance by Ludovico Einaudi at the Cambridge Union, and representing both Cambridge and my country in conversations at the Embassy. Beyond the milestones, it’s the friendships, community, and everyday experiences in Cambridge that have made this year truly transformative.
Shaping the future of Healthcare: My journey organising the “Healthcare: What’s Next” conference
When I joined the Cambridge MBA, stepping into the role of Co-Chair for the Healthcare Special Interest Group (SIG) felt like a natural progression. I felt a strong responsibility to arrange impactful events for our community, which ultimately inspired me to take on the leadership role for our recent flagship conference, “Healthcare: What’s Next?”
Looking for one story, finding one instinct: From Finance to AI
I spent time looking for one defining moment, one clean narrative thread that captures everything about my journey. The difficult part is that different people know me for entirely different things. To some, I’m a finance professional, to others, a social entrepreneur, to others still, a tech and AI leader, but underneath all these layers […]
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.
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.
Nurturing technology driven enterprises with global impact – a CUTEC conference
Representing Cambridge Judge Business School at the TVC 2025 conference, hosted by CUTEC (Cambridge University Technology & Enterprise Club) at Cambridge Union, was an extraordinary opportunity to showcase innovation alongside an impressive cohort of fellow entrepreneurs. Each of us pitched our startups independently, contributing to a day rich with ideas, energy and global ambition. I […]
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 […]
Karting and racing through my MBA year at Cambridge
To be completely honest I didn’t think racing was something I’d get to do during my year at Cambridge. While I knew the U.K. had a fantastic karting scene at the university level, I felt that part of my life was done. However, during the society fair in the first term, I had a chance […]
Fine jewellery, fashion & luxury brands across the Cambridge MBA
This month, MG&J Jewelry Co., ltd, my fine jewellery brand, had the privilege of collaborating with Cambridge ASEAN Business Club and Japan SIG to host a cultural exchange and fine jewellery runway show at the University Arms Hotel, Cambridge. It was a joyful celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and community. This event brought together students from […]