Oct 14, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: My Journey From Prospect to Masters in Analytics and Management Student |
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By Fangchen Wang, MAM 2023 In the Summer of my junior year at Nanjing University, I recognised the gap between my existing skillset and what I hoped to achieve in my career. Having dabbled in quantitative finance, strategy consulting and analytics, I made the decision to pursue advanced education in business and management. It was a difficult decision to make because I was aware of the challenges and obstacles I would have to overcome.  Once the decision was made, I began the daunting task of researching schools and programmes, intensively preparing for the standardised tests, building my profile and connecting with LBS faculty and alumni. I was forced out of my comfort zone at each stage. Fast forward 15 months, I am now sitting in a study room at LBS, reflecting on this very challenging yet rewarding journey. In retrospect, I have enjoyed every minute of it. The application process gave me a fantastic opportunity to reflect on my career goals, and the wonderful LBS community helped me build a strong network before I arrived on campus. As a prospective student, I participated in several admissions events and connected with four MAM Student Ambassadors: Raina Doshi, Marianna Taki, Estelle Tessaro, and Valeria Morales. The LBS Ambassadors and alumni introduced me to the MAM curriculum and how it combines analytics with management skills. I gained an understanding of what the programme has to offer not just students interested in consulting, but also students interested in technology. They also invited me to the parties and events held by student clubs and the Student Association where I got a glimpse into student life. Reaching out to Student Ambassadors and connecting to the LBS community was the best thing I did in my application process, and I strongly encourage you to do the same while building your profile. They helped me think about how to make the best application and clarified what to expect on the LBS journey. I appreciate the application process can be stressful, so here are a few important notes and tips:
I will be writing more about my LBS experience and job-hunting process. Stay tuned for more updates! Also, feel free to add me on Linkedin here. I would be more than happy to answer any questions you might have. Check out the profiles of other students, scholars, ambassadors and alumni here. |
Oct 25, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Explore Your Funding Options |
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Pursuing a Graduate Masters is an investment in time and money, so it’s important to research your financing options early. I’ll walk you through some possible routes to consider, but it’s worth bearing in mind that our students typically fund their LBS experience through multiple sources. It’s perfectly reasonable, even recommended, to pool your resources! [b]Scholarships[/b] We have a variety of scholarships that will be awarded after an offer has been made to join a Graduate Masters at London Business School. As much as we’d like to, we cannot award them to all incoming students, so it is a competitive process. For this reason, we advise against relying on a scholarship for your funding plan. Most of the portfolio is made up of merit scholarships and offer holders will automatically be considered for any that they are eligible for. These scholarships are awarded solely on the strength of a programme application (CV, GMAT, interview etc.), so do keep this in mind when preparing to submit it. Alongside the merit scholarships, we have need-based scholarships. These are reserved to support candidates coming from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, who may not be able to start their business school journey without additional financial support. To assess eligibility, a short application is required and will be considered in conjunction with the strength of an initial programme application. The [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/financial-aid/search-for-funding/london-business-school-merit-scholarship][b]London Business School Bursary[/b][/url] is available to candidates across all four Graduate Masters. The [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/financial-aid/search-for-funding/laidlaw-womens-leadership-fund][b]Laidlaw Women’s Leadership Fund[/b][/url], aiming to help grow the proportion of women in senior leadership roles, offers a full-fee scholarship to four women on the Masters in Management. [b]Savings[/b] If you have savings set aside for a life-changing experience, this might be a worthy cause to put it towards! Some students might also receive support from family members. ‘I looked at quite a few different funding possibilities, to help finance my MiM program at LBS. While I spent a year working after obtaining my bachelor’s degree, I did not want to use all of my savings on tuition fees. I made a spreadsheet of my budget with all my costs (tuition, housing, living, etc.) to get an idea of how much I would be spending throughout the year. In the end, I used a combination of my savings and a student loan to cover the costs. Additionally, I found a lot of external scholarships that are designed to help students completing their masters abroad. Though finding and applying for them was time-consuming, it was definitely worth it, and has helped reduce the size of the loan I had to take out.’ – Mads Holstebro, MiM2023 [b]Loans[/b] A large proportion of the community take out loans to fund their programme and there are many to consider. For example, we have relationships with [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/financial-aid/search-for-funding/lendwise-student-loan][b]Lendwise[/b][/url] and [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/financial-aid/search-for-funding/prodigy-finance][b]Prodigy Finance[/b][/url] who support students across a wide range of nationalities. You should also look into banks or loan providers specific to your country/region. [b]Sponsorship[/b] This will not apply to everyone considering a Graduate Masters, but it is still something to be aware of. Some companies have a sponsorship policy in place to provide partial or full financial support to existing employees pursuing business education. Often this will come with a commitment to return to the company for a specified number of years, so this is worth researching if you intend to return to your current employer post-LBS. Our Business Development Team can support you in this, starting with ‘[url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu/4-questions-to-ask-yourself-before-approaching-your-employer-for-sponsorship/][b]4 questions to ask yourself before approaching your employer for sponsorship[/b][/url]’. [b]Funding Tool[/b] Finally, take a look at our [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/financial-aid/search-for-funding?page%3D1%26order%3DvalueDesc%26refine%3D%26provider_type%3D%26national_of%3D%26second_nationality%3D%26residency%3D][b]Funding Tool[/b][/url] which provides a full list of our scholarships and some loan providers. While we have lots of information there for you, you’re bound to find even more options when you do your own fact-finding. Use this as a starting point to supplement your own research. If you would like to reach out to a member of the Recruitment and Admissions team, send an email to [b][email=earlycareers@london.edu]graduatemasters@london.edu[/email][/b]. |
Nov 4, 2022
Nov 4, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: My Journey From Prospect to Masters in Management Student |
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By Victor Hajjar, MiM 2023 Why London Business School? A simple answer: It’s London Business School. After researching and applying to different schools, I knew that LBS was the one. The intensive one-year programme would enrich my knowledge by exposing me to different fields such as accounting, economics, finance, marketing, and management. The condensed two months sprints teaching cycle at LBS would equip me to pick up different concepts quickly. Such exposure would help me accelerate my learning curve while building a deep understanding of the business world.  London Business School’s courses and projects would help grow my skills and broaden my perspective and horizons beyond theory in different fields through the wide range of practical situations in a global context which will help me develop expertise in international business, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This path will enhance my analytical and technical skills and shape my mind to structurally think outside of the box. Through the Masters in Management (MiM) programme, I am also looking to explore different sectors in order to validate my career aspirations. Through the career services provided by LBS, I aim to validate my career goals after considering various industries and a vast network of employers. I specifically hope to gain a deeper understanding of the consulting industry and build the skill set required to make me an eligible candidate for this prestigious job through practical workshops, case studies, and the LondonLAB. This programme will allow me to expand my London network. A programme with such international exposure to people of different cultures would go hand in hand with my personal growth and multicultural experiences. That, and the School’s policy on diversity and inclusion, confirmed that LBS is the kind of business school that champions belonging and further shape my mindset into the person I wish to become. I was supported by a great network of alumni and staff member I couldn’t have gained all these insights and become confident that LBS was the right fit for me without the help and support of alumni, student ambassadors and staff. I connected with several LBS undergraduate students – including Clementine Hueber (MiM 2022), Nicole Musser (MiM 2022) and Ahmad Wattar (MiM 2022) – and had conversations with more than twenty alumni. Yes, twenty! They were very engaging and helpful as they answered my questions and gave me a glimpse of what an LBS journey would look like. Finally, the recruitment team who has been very supportive so far, provided me with Maria Busz’s contact details, allowing me to schedule a meeting to discuss my resume, the programme, and the process. I decided to become a Student Ambassador to help other applicants, having been in their shoes recently. How can you secure a place? A simple answer to this question: Be YOU. Show your values and what distinguishes you from others. Check out the profiles of other students, scholars, ambassadors and alumni here. You can also reach out to the Recruitment Team mim@london.edu with any questions. |
Nov 4, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: My Journey From Prospect to Masters in Financial Analysis Student |
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By Daniela Pacussich, MFA 2023 After completing a student exchange programme in 2019, I decided I wanted to pursue a pre-experience master’s after my undergraduate degree, something that is not very common in Peru. When the pandemic hit, I decided to postpone this adventure for a year, as I didn’t know how long the restrictions would be in place. Deciding to apply to a master’s programme is not easy. It involves a lot of research, preparation and commitment. My journey was not easy either. When the time came to start preparing in 2021, I did not know where to start my research. The only thing I knew was that I needed to take the GMAT, which is a whole adventure on its own! I have always been quite disciplined and motivated, so I started preparing a very intense study schedule. You see, I had not only decided to apply to a master’s programme, but also to apply in the first rounds. This did not give me very long to take the GMAT, prepare my essays, ask for references and decide where I wanted to apply.  Thankfully, there were students from my university who had previously studied the MFA at LBS. I reached out to them, and they were eager to tell me all about their amazing experiences at LBS and in London. As I hold an Italian passport, I had all but dismissed the UK as a potential location for my postgraduate, because it would involve applying for a visa. However, the more I heard about LBS from these Peruvian alumni, the more I wanted to join. They told me about LBS’s diversity, opportunities for developing soft and hard skills, as well as its focus on career development and impact. This led me to book a CV consultation with the Recruitment Team, to see if I would indeed fit at LBS. During the call, I was not only told that I qualified for the MFA programme, but also that my profile would be a perfect fit for the LBS community. This increased my motivation, so I started researching as much as possible about LBS and preparing my application documents. This involved a lot of soul-searching and self-reflection, as I had to think about what I wanted for my career and how I saw myself in the future. With a lot of hard work and discipline, I met the deadline for first-round applications. Sometime later I received great news: I had progressed to the next round! This was an interview with an LBS alumni. At first, I was nervous but when the interview started it was more of a friendly chat than the interrogation I was expecting. My interviewer even told me about his own LBS experiences and advised me on how to make the most of my experience there. The only thing left to do now was wait for the outcome. I was beyond excited when the acceptance letter came, and even more, when I learned I had been awarded a Merit Scholarship. Even though I was accepted to other business schools, none could compare with the experience that LBS provides. From access to Meet, a platform that allows you to connect with your future cohort, to the various admits events, LBS made me feel like a part of the community as soon as I was accepted. This warm welcome and level of activity is something I did not see in any other school and made me feel that I already belonged at LBS. Now that I am here, across the world from Peru and surrounded by people from all over the world, I still feel that I belong. Check out the profiles of other students, scholars, ambassadors and alumni here. You can also reach out to the Recruitment Team with any questions: mfa@london.edu |
Nov 15, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: ‘Navigating the LBS Admission Process’ by the LBS Africa Club |
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Interested in gaining admission into the London Business School MBA? Keen on submitting a stellar application with impactful essays? Curious about the admission interview? The LBS Africa Club is hosting an online event to answer all your questions! Join in on Wednesday 30th November 2022, 18.00 – 19.00 (GMT) as we discuss how to navigate the LBS admission process, with insights from the Africa Admissions team and a panel of current MBA students from Africa. Register your place  |
Nov 15, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Achieving Triple Bottom-Line Performance in New Ventures |
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By Noam Kan, MBA 2023 My time in Brazil  I’ve had the incredible opportunity to spend the last week of October in Brazil, where I took part in London Business School’s Global Business Experience. I had heard that the global experience at LBS was unique and interesting, but frankly, my excitement was mingled with a touch of scepticism: how could this week possibly eclipse student-led treks or provide me with a better learning environment than the one I had in London? But I’m glad to report that my scepticism was ill-founded – I can now safely say that the GBE is my favourite experience at London Business School (at least thus far). Here’s why: Brazil When one lands in São Paulo, one realizes just how different it is from London. ‘The Manhattan of South America’ is full of towering buildings, tropical trees, and beautiful, albeit concerningly abundant, graffiti. One thing becomes clear very quickly: Brazil has a lot of problems. The country’s rich and diverse cuisine, beautiful scenery, and vibrant culture are all mixed with deep-seated political and economic hardships. But as an MBA student, I’ve learnt that business is all about solving problems: if you can find a solution to a problem, you can turn that solution into a business. Brazil is in the midst of applying this approach, although it’s experiencing uneven progress. I was fascinated to see the juxtaposition of modern appliances, such as contactless card readers in authentic markets, and the shortage in fundamental services, such as train lines. During the programme, I learnt that Brazil’s business environment differs on many other levels. About the Programme The GBE’s programme consisted of two main verticals: lectures and projects. Any second-year MBA student should realize that lectures and projects make up every business learning experience, so I did not expect this one to differ in any significant way. But I was wrong; I failed to consider just how intertwined these two verticals could get, and how much they could complement one another. As I’ve already mentioned, Brazil faces unique challenges, and these came to the surface in full force when our lecturers presented the problems they were facing. One lecturer explained how a basic marketplace app helped fill university classrooms and address Brazil’s education problem, and another told his story of breaking some of the country’s complex bus-line monopolies, which make bus travel so expensive in the country, by developing a technological solution. These lectures were some of the best ones I’ve had at LBS; they were extremely engaging, truly helped me understand the complexities of Brazil, and prepared me for dealing with the project.  The project itself was equally interesting. Students were grouped into 16 teams, with each team working to help one São Paulo based client. These clients all had real businesses with real challenges and opportunities. After spending some time with the CFO, my team and I decided that we could help our client by developing their B2B pricing strategy. We set out to build a way for our clients to quantify the benefit that they offer customers, set their pricing accordingly to capture more customers and communicate these benefits in their sales efforts. This development would not have been possible without our studies at LBS (specifically, the Pricing Strategy & Tactics elective) and without an understanding of the Brazilian business scene. Using the tools I acquired at LBS, alongside the learnings I gleaned during the GBE week, to drive real impact for a local business was an experience I will never forget. Extracurricular Activities Beyond the professional experience, the GBE offered a variety of fun and special experiences. These experiences included:
And those were just the events organized by the faculty!  I was also surprised by how balanced and well-organized the schedule was, and yet how flexible and accommodating it remained. The Global Experience Team clearly wanted us to have a good time and prioritized arrangements accordingly, leaving us with ample time to enjoy Brazil. But the afternoons in Brazil’s food markets, nights at Vila Madalena, and days spent with friends in some of Brazil’s many attractions are best left for you to explore on your own. Final Thoughts Overall, I cannot stress enough how great of an experience my GBE in Brazil has been. Besides the interesting academic experience, flawless organization, and fun activities, the GBE also provided things that are hard to convey through text. I guess spending a week studying abroad with friends in a unique and vibrant culture is just something that you have to experience to understand. My only warning to you is: bid enough points! London Business School provides many opportunities to apply your classroom learning to real-world challenges in order to affect positive social and economic changes in local communities worldwide. Find out more about Experiential Learning here. |
Nov 17, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Masters in Finance Student Experience – Beyond the Classroom |
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As well as having stellar business potential, our Masters in Finance (MiF) students are well-rounded individuals, following their passions as leaders and participants in a range of professional, social and sporting clubs and events. At London Business School, there are over 80 student clubs, 1000+ club events every year and 150+ student leaders of clubs, conferences and treks. From football to restructuring, there’s a club for everyone! We spoke to two of our current Masters in Finance students about their club experiences. [b]Turnaround Management and Restructuring Club – Dhevine Chandrapala MiFPT 2023[/b] Dhevine is part of the MiF (Part-time) 2023 cohort. He is an Academic Rep for MiF 2023 and President of the Turnaround Management and Restructuring Club (TMRC). Currently on exchange for the fall term at HKUST Business School, Dhevine is a restructuring lawyer at Sidley Austin in its London and Hong Kong offices. [img]https://admissionsblog.london.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/image.png[/img] [b]So, let’s get started: what is the Turnaround Management and Restructuring Club?[/b] TMRC is a student-led club that brings together a broad network of students, alumni and professionals across the turnaround and distressed investing community. We have three main areas of focus: financial restructuring, distressed investing and operational turnaround. Whilst being a club that has a specific focus (i.e. stressed and distressed situations), it is a really broad church bringing together students who: [list][*]are focused on [b]finance[/b], and want to delve into the more technical aspects of financial restructuring or distressed investing[/*][*]have consulting experience or want to explore [b]turnaround consultancy[/b][/*][*]are looking at [b]corporate leadership [/b]roles and want to be prepared for navigating a business through financial and operational challenges[/*][/list] [b]Why did you join the Turnaround Management and Restructuring Club, and why do you think others should too?[/b] Well for me personally – being actively involved in TMRC was always a long-standing aim of mine at LBS, even prior to starting the MiF. Prior to joining LBS, I’ve been in restructuring for my whole career so far – predominantly working on European situations and now increasingly APAC situations. Like so much of LBS, being part of TMRC brings together diverse international experiences and has broadened my own horizons. For example, our ExCo this year bring in restructuring and distressed investing experience from the US, Central and South America, India, China, and Europe. We utilise this breadth of experience and network in putting together our events. For example, in August, we organised a spotlight panel event on the distress in China’s real estate market with leading restructuring professionals from Houlihan Lokey and Sidley, and senior lecturers from King’s College, London. Hopefully, this shows just how broad TMRC is. Reflective of the turnaround community more widely, it’s sector-agnostic – because any industry and any company can and will undergo periods of operational and/or financial challenge, particularly given the macroeconomic global environment over the next 12 months (at least). As a result, TMRC is full of variety when it comes to the industries and markets that we come across. Panels can easily go from discussing the challenges in high street retail to talking about the crypto winter! [b]What do you have planned for this upcoming year?[/b] We have so much[b] [/b]planned for the upcoming year, particularly after January. We have a great long-standing roster of events that we will continue with this year, including a case-study-based competition for operational turnaround with BCG. Our focus this year will be on organising even more topical panel events such as on the distress in crypto and defi, new developments and outlook in APAC, and special opportunities in European real estate. That is in addition to hosting the first distressed investing and restructuring conference for LBS which is also in the pipeline. Stay tuned! [b]Football Club – Eduardo Ayarza MiFFT2023[/b] Eduardo is part of the MiF (Full-time) 2023 cohort. Before LBS he was living in Peru and working as an Equity Portfolio Manager. He is a student ambassador and an active member of the football club. The LBS Football Club is an excellent opportunity to participate in a global intercultural experience, expanding your network while playing one of the world’s most popular sports. The club is made up of students from all the LBS programmes including the MBA, Masters in Management, Masters in Financial Analysis and Masters in Finance. Everyone comes from different professional and cultural backgrounds which provides a unique platform to interact frequently and exchange experiences. [img]https://admissionsblog.london.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2-4-1024x768.jpg[/img] I’ve enjoyed exercising during weekly training on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This prepares us for our official league matches on Sundays. Playing football with my teammates helps us relax and reduces stress. We can put aside our daily cares and focus on winning. I’ve had the chance to represent LBS’ values of respect, teamwork and friendship when facing external opponents, which provides another opportunity to meet people from other universities and companies. Community interaction is another key objective of the club. The club’s ExCo organises frequent events and provides safe spaces to interact within the community away from football pitches. Going to a pub, watching Premier League games, or even attending a live football match, are some examples of the kind of events that I’ve been able to attend. Find out more about activities, clubs and groups at LBS [url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/activities-clubs-and-groups][b]here[/b][/url]. |
Nov 17, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Studying the Masters in Finance Part Time as a Commuter |
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by [b][url=https://www.london.edu/masters-degrees/student-alumni-and-ambassadors/simone-dalle-nogare]Simone Dalle Nogare[/url][/b], Masters in Finance Part Time 2023 As I reflect on my successful first year at London Business School, if I were asked ‘”would you do it again despite the challenges?” My answer would be a resounding YES! Studying the Masters in Finance (MiF) on a part-time basis is demanding and requires discipline to succeed. Studying whilst commuting from outside of the UK provides an additional challenge – it requires travelling to and from London Business School for lectures. As a commuter, you also need to share your class and travel schedule with your employer well in advance to allow adjustments as appropriate. If you have a family and are parenting, you also need to plan effectively to ensure your family’s day-to-day needs are still met whilst you are away. [img]https://admissionsblog.london.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/image-1.png[/img] [email=mif@london.edu]mif@london.edu[/email].[/b] |
Nov 28, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: How to Decide which Graduate Masters Programme Suits You |
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There are four different programmes as a part of our Graduate Masters portfolio at London Business School: Masters in Management, Global Masters in Management, Masters in Financial Analysis and Masters in Analytics and Management. These programmes are designed not only to ground you in theory, but also to build the real-world skills to translate that theory into practice. You will be supported throughout, by expert faculty and coaches as you gain the tools and self-awareness to succeed in whatever career you choose. THE PROGRAMMES AT A GLANCE The common requirement is that you have 0-2 years of working experience. You need to have graduated no more than 2 years prior to starting the programme. Masters in Management / Global Masters in Management (MiM / GMiM) Programme summary: A critical business understanding, an adaptive mindset, international perspectives and business-ready practical skills. The MiM is a mixture of core courses and integrated modules that build your understanding of management in business. The Global MiM is a two-year programme. After completing the MiM, you will go on to spend a year at Fudan University in Shanghai. There, you will gain a Masters in International Business and a strong understanding of Asian markets and cultures. Programme highlights:
Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA) Programme summary: With a strong finance-focused curriculum, this highly practical programme will equip you with the skills, knowledge and understanding of the latest trends, terminology and networks. Programme highlights:
*We accept CFA Level 1 instead of GMAT/GRE for the MFA London Business Challenge Week (LBCW) is the Master in Financial Analysis’ exclusive experiential learning module, that allows students to immerse themselves in a live consulting project for one intensive week. Masters in Analytics and Management (MAM) Programme summary: Our newest programme offers a uniquely integrated learning experience that combines Data Visualisation, Machine Learning and AI. You will learn to make data-driven commercial and strategic and build effective skills in both data analytics and business fundamentals. Programme highlights:
A key experiential learning element of the MiM, GMiM and MAM is LondonLAB which allows you to apply all of your classroom learnings and tackle live business issues faced by London-based. EXPLORE MORE ABOUT EACH PROGRAMME Hear more from our student community to help you decide the best programme for you! MiM – My journey to the Masters in Management programme Global MiM – Global Masters in Management Reflections with Nuria Riechenberg MFA – The MFA: A Look Back at the Highlights from the Programme MAM – The MAM: A Look Back at the Programme WE ARE HERE TO HELP Check out our [url=https://www.london.edu/events/calendar#sort=%40eventstarts%20ascending&f:eventfor=[Prospective%20students]&f:programme=[MAM,MFA,MIM]]latest events for prospective students[/url]. If you have any questions about the programmes or applications, please contact to Recruitment Team. Please submit your CV. We are happy to provide feedback on your profile and assess your eligibility for our programmes. |
Dec 2, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Exploring digital innovation and disruption in San Francisco and Tel Aviv |
By Rohan Anand, Emba-Global 2023 As a student completing the Global Executive MBA programme at London Business School and Columbia Business School, I had the opportunity to participate in a one-week credit course led by top brass faculty at both schools. Coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic, I was yearning for this experience. I completed two courses, “Digital Innovation and Disruption” Global Business Assignment in San Francisco, led by Prof. Alex Yang and Prof. Linda Yeuh of LBS, and the “Technology Entrepreneurship” International Seminar in Tel Aviv, led by Prof. Gur Huberson of CBS. San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Tel Aviv are the world’s foremost entrepreneurial and technology hotbeds. They have established their identity as leaders of the digital space and are the ideal locations to explore digital innovation and disruption. Israel is a ‘Start-up nation’ and has produced 6000+ start-ups, adding 1300 new ones every year, and consolidating itself as a major player in FinTech, Cybersecurity and Enterprise IT.  In the Global Business Assignment, a critical learning for me was from the organisational visit with EA, the gaming giant, where I got an insight into the directions of future disruption. Learning about the various stages, ranging from HW Power to SW Stack 3.0, and how the industry evolved from ‘jumping in’ to ‘the metaverse’ along-with relevant examples got me thinking about investment opportunities for myself, and corporate applications of this new space within my industry, Retail payments where gaming can be instrumental in driving loyalty and stickiness with our consumers.  Throughout the international seminar, I saw firsthand how Israel is moving from a start-up nation to a scale-up nation with over $26Bn raised in venture capital last year and adding 33 unicorns to the billion-dollar club. Witnessing the Israeli chutzpah in person was inspirational – a direct and uninhabited culture of low hierarchy, low fear of failure, challenging the status quo, and encouraging new ways of thinking and executing. Both experiences exposed me to industry leaders like Boaz Ziniman at Amazon, Tel Aviv and Orna Berry and Google who lead pioneering work in their spheres. The ‘Disruption panel’ in San Francisco too brought together Marco Casalaina, Azure Cognitive, Young Pham, CI&T and Sean Sheppard, U+ who shared views on Artificial Intelligence and machine learning, the challenges they are looking to solve, and how that can help organizations like mine innovate their manual operations and processes.  The trips came shortly after I changed jobs, which allowed me to apply my learnings immediately, as I established myself in my new company. I am a Director in a large Bank, and a part of my job involves creating a Centre of excellence for the payments and lending industry, measuring performance, identifying trends, keeping abreast with global developments, and advising senior leaders on market insights, product innovations, and even leading strategic initiatives. The courses have been transformational, giving me a new dimension to viewing problems, and helping me develop a point of view. They have infused a new perspective in me, which I bring to work every day. London Business School provides many opportunities to apply your classroom learning to real-world challenges in order to affect positive social and economic changes in local communities worldwide. Find out more about Experiential Learning here.    |
Dec 2, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Exploring Digital Innovation and Disruption in San Francisco and Tel Aviv |
By Rohan Anand, EMBA-Global 2023 As a student completing the Global Executive MBA programme at London Business School and Columbia Business School, I had the opportunity to participate in a one-week credit course led by top brass faculty at both schools. Coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic, I was yearning for this experience. I completed two courses, “Digital Innovation and Disruption” Global Business Assignment in San Francisco, led by Prof. Alex Yang and Prof. Linda Yeuh of LBS, and the “Technology Entrepreneurship” International Seminar in Tel Aviv, led by Prof. Gur Huberson of CBS. San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Tel Aviv are the world’s foremost entrepreneurial and technology hotbeds. They have established their identity as leaders of the digital space and are the ideal locations to explore digital innovation and disruption. Israel is a ‘Start-up nation’ and has produced 6000+ start-ups, adding 1300 new ones every year, and consolidating itself as a major player in FinTech, Cybersecurity and Enterprise IT. In the Global Business Assignment, a critical learning for me was from the organisational visit with EA, the gaming giant, where I got an insight into the directions of future disruption. Learning about the various stages, ranging from HW Power to SW Stack 3.0, and how the industry evolved from ‘jumping in’ to ‘the metaverse’ along-with relevant examples got me thinking about investment opportunities for myself, and corporate applications of this new space within my industry, Retail payments where gaming can be instrumental in driving loyalty and stickiness with our consumers. Throughout the international seminar, I saw firsthand how Israel is moving from a start-up nation to a scale-up nation with over $26Bn raised in venture capital last year and adding 33 unicorns to the billion-dollar club. Witnessing the Israeli chutzpah in person was inspirational – a direct and uninhabited culture of low hierarchy, low fear of failure, challenging the status quo, and encouraging new ways of thinking and executing. Both experiences exposed me to industry leaders like Boaz Ziniman at Amazon, Tel Aviv and Orna Berry and Google who lead pioneering work in their spheres. The ‘Disruption panel’ in San Francisco too brought together Marco Casalaina, Azure Cognitive, Young Pham, CI&T and Sean Sheppard, U+ who shared views on Artificial Intelligence and machine learning, the challenges they are looking to solve, and how that can help organizations like mine innovate their manual operations and processes. The trips came shortly after I changed jobs, which allowed me to apply my learnings immediately, as I established myself in my new company. I am a Director in a large Bank, and a part of my job involves creating a Centre of excellence for the payments and lending industry, measuring performance, identifying trends, keeping abreast with global developments, and advising senior leaders on market insights, product innovations, and even leading strategic initiatives. The courses have been transformational, giving me a new dimension to viewing problems, and helping me develop a point of view. They have infused a new perspective in me, which I bring to work every day. London Business School provides many opportunities to apply your classroom learning to real-world challenges in order to affect positive social and economic changes in local communities worldwide. Find out more about Experiential Learning here.  |
Dec 5, 2022
Dec 11, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Sundowners: An LBS Family Evening |
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By Elizaveta Ivanova, MiM 2023 Sundowners is a fortnightly social event held on campus and organised by different groups (mainly student clubs) at LBS. Each event is themed, with free food and drinks for all. They are a great way to bring the entire LBS community together in an informal environment to build meaningful relationships. They are also a good way to relax from the fast-paced curriculum and networking with peers and the wider community, including MBAs, EMBAs, and even professors.  The first Sundowners of this academic year took place six weeks after the start of the programme. I was amazed by how many interesting people I spoke to. I met people from various backgrounds and fields of expertise, ranging from doctors and people working in the non-profit sector to education specialists. Despite the informal environment, I learned a lot from everyone I talked to. The event is held in the Nash Lounge at the Sussex Place campus which smells like coffee, croissants, and hard work during the day, but transforms into a buzzing hub of energy at night. An LBS ID card is the key to accessing these unforgettable memories; an enjoyable evening filled with eating, talking, dancing, and generally having the time of your LBS life! Once you’re checked in, you get a stamp on the back of your hand: your first social media story for the evening. The venue is divided into two parts: on the upper deck (Nash Cafe) there is music and drinks, and on the lower deck (Nash Kitchen) you can get food and a place to sit. I typically spent most of the evening on the upper deck socialising and enjoying the wonderful weather (depending on the season) on the Front Lawn. Everything I had heard about Sundowners from students and alumni stands true and I would highly recommend it too. I am excited for future events and hope to meet more fellow students as well as all of you considering coming to LBS next year. I will be writing more about my LBS experience. Stay tuned for more updates! Also, feel free to contact me on LinkedIn. I would be more than happy to answer any questions you might have. Learn more about activities, clubs and groups at LBS here. Check out the profiles of other students, scholars, ambassadors, and alumni here. |
Dec 11, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Memories from Graduate Masters Orientation Day 2022 |
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By Maria Busz, Student Recruitment Associate MAM As the first term of the academic year draws to a close, we’re looking back on how it all started. In August, we came together to welcome the [b][url=https://www.london.edu/campaigns/masters-degrees/early-career]Graduate Masters[/url] [/b]Classes of 2023. Over 500 students across the four programmes (GMiM, MiM, MFA and MAM) gathered in Central London at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster for the start of orientation week. Read about some of our ambassadors’ journeys from prospect to student[b] [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu/tag/prospect-to-student/]here[/url][/b]. To kick off the day, we heard from Aman Sharma, MAM2020 alumnus, and François Ortalo-Magné, Dean of the School. We were then introduced to the classes of 2023 by Arnold Longboy (Executive Director, Recruitment and Admissions) and Alexandra Barnett (Recruitment and Admissions Director, Graduate Masters) before Aman returned to lead an energiser exercise. After a networking break, Jane Charlton and Oliver Ashby (Executive Director for Degree Programmes & Student Experience and Programme Director for the MiM, GMiM, MAM respectively) led us into the second half of the event . They spoke about the value of the student community and the role it plays in one’s personal, and professional journey. Martin Vilaro Vera, MBA2023 student and the Student Association’s Senior Sports & Clubs Officer introduced the Student Association and shared his experience of LBS’ clubs and associations. The event was wrapped up with a keynote speech and Q&A with Yuri Romanovich Shakhmin, Managing Director of Credit Suisse. There were 545 students in attendance: 237 MiM2023 students, 39 GMiM2024 students, 78 MAM2023 students and 191 MFA2023 students. Here are some quotes that sum up the day: [b]“Today marked the start of a life-long journey full of opportunities, growth and inspiration among diverse like-minded peers from all around the world.” [/b]– Kelvin Neumetzler, MFA 2023 [b]“The orientation day was a first glimpse into what LBS is all about: The outstanding academic experience, the fantastic network, and, most importantly, the welcoming community of fascinating individuals.” [/b]– Niklas Gaertner, MAM 2023 The event included a student group Photo Challenge Activity themed ‘Diverse London’. Here’s the winning photo! [img]https://admissionsblog.london.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/RS20574_LBS_OrientationDay_15August22_bySusanneHakuba-209_ForPrint-1024x683.jpg[/img] See more from the day on the School’s[b][url=https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17944398587085977/] Instagram[/url][/b] story. We’re already looking forward to welcoming students at next year’s Orientation and hope to see you there! |
Dec 13, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Leveraging the Masters in Finance community during your research |
Once you have decided to apply for the Masters in Finance (MiF) programme at LBS, there are many ways to conduct your research. We always encourage prospective students to take advantage of an informal review by sending in their CV or LinkedIn profile and speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team. One of the most valuable ways to get insights into the programme and School is to speak to our students and alumni about their Masters in Finance journey. We are able to match you with a student ambassador from a specific region or sector to get the insights that are most important to you. Guatemalan student, Carlos Brenner (MiF Full Time 2023), gives an account below of how reaching out to two alumni from his region helped him understand more about the career possibilities, how to maximise his time on the programme and how the programme impacted alumni from his region specifically. “Starting a master’s programme at London Business School can seem daunting, so it is helpful to know that you are not alone. At the start of the programme, I reached out to two Guatemalan MiF alumni who I knew would be able to relate to my experience. I wanted to better understand what I could expect before, during and after the Masters in Finance so I could prepare accordingly. Most importantly, I wanted to know how this experience had impacted other people with similar backgrounds. I was impressed by the trajectory of these two Guatemalan MiF alumni, and wanted to learn how they leveraged their time at LBS to achieve their current roles. Before LBS, Stefano Tomasino was an Associate for Alvarez and Marsal in their Milan office. He initially intended to return to the company after graduating, however, his possibilities broadened and though he chose to continue as an Associate, he joined Evercore at their London offices instead. With the MiF under his belt and his in-depth experience in financial restructuring, debt advisory and distressed M&A, he made another transition by becoming an Associate at Morgan Stanley. Stefano continued to progress and is now an Executive Director overseeing the Capital Structure Advisory and DeSPAC in the EMEA region. I also had the opportunity to chat withJuan Fernando Aldana. He could offer a different perspective because, after 10 years of working in London, he returned to Guatemala when he was recruited to lead the M&A division of one of the country’s largest food and beverage corporations. He came to LBS as a Chevening Scholar, started his London career as an Associate at Deutsche Bank then transitioned to SAB Miller as an Associate Director in their Corporate Finance division. Their stories were inspiring and made me realise how much my life could change after the LBS experience, depending on how I decide to leverage this opportunity. I asked them two important questions; why LBS Masters in Finance, and what personal advice would they give me. Both answered that the prestige and reputation of the LBS brand in business and the financial sector was the main driver. They realised how being members of this community helped them in their job transitions and even further down the line. There were a couple of different recommendations for the second question, and I have decided to share with you the ones that I felt more related to. Stefano mentioned how change can be scary initially but leads to unlocking further possibilities. He recalled how his time at LBS presented an opportunity to grow, challenge his perceptions and fight for bigger ambitions. To be prepared for this, we need to embrace change. Juan Fernando reflected on how LBS brings all of these amazing people together. He recommended being open to meeting all these interesting people and how understanding their cultures and perspectives would broaden my own world. Some essential key takeaways about these conversations are: we have a supportive community at LBS, and depending on the questions you want to answer, you will always find someone who will offer genuine advice and guidance. Also, this experience provides a unique opportunity to change your life and broaden your perspectives and opportunities. So it’s up to us how to make the most out of it!” Want to continue your research? Read more student and alumni stories and reach out to the community here. You can also contact the Recruitment team via email at mif@london.edu. |
Dec 15, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: Seasons Greetings from LBS: Everything you need to know over the festive period |
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Over the festive period of Friday 23rd December 2022 to Tuesday 3rd January 2023, London Business School is closed. The students take this time to take a break, recharge their batteries and often head back home. It’s the same for the staff and faculty at the school! Therefore please expect a small delay in response to any emails or queries. If you are submitting your application over this festive period and are looking for advice or clarification, our Students and Admissions blog, the FAQs and the website contain an array of information you may find helpful. As a reminder, these are the upcoming programme deadlines in January: Early Careers Programmes (MiM, Global MiM, MAM & MFA)
MBA Programme
MiF Full-time/ MiF Part-time Programmes
Our Leadership programmes are finalising the EMBA classes that begin in January 2023. EMBA-Global
Applications for the January 2023 Sloanintake are now closed. We will open the new cycle for January 2024 after the New Year’s Eve holidays. There are a limited number of spaces available for strong candidates for the EMBA London and Dubaiprogramme. Please get in touch with our EMBA team for further information and eligibility. In the meantime, we wish you warm wishes during this festive season. |
Dec 19, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: How I managed a successful work/life balance studying on the Executive MBA programme |
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As a prospective student, you may be wondering: How do Executive MBA students juggle the programme alongside a full-time job and everyday commitments? Hear from some of our students who share how they maintain that all-important work-life balance, managing commitments, commuting and capacity. Managing schedules I believe that people are multifaceted and must attend to each part of their being to be whole. Therefore, I allot a certain amount of time to study, family, work, and spiritual communion. I fully expect to not get everything done that would be nice, so I prioritize the highest value tasks and experiences within each life category. If I can study some business cases and do a homework assignment, read or ski with my wife and kids, knock out a few wins at the office, and go to church, then I consider it a good week for personal balance. Often when I travel for class or work it is more difficult to balance. In these weeks, I spend more time on study and work, and then when I get home I devote more time to family – thus evening things out overall. – Brian Barner (Executive MBA London, September 2024) Commuting on the EMBA programme I am based in Zurich and commute to London for our EMBA class at the weekend – every two weeks. We’re just wrapping up our first term and I couldn’t help but reflect on how demanding the last four months have been and how much we have accomplished. It’s difficult to imagine how we can achieve a work/life/study balance while managing a full-time job, family and a part-time degree programme, but if you’re truly passionate about pursuing an EMBA programme despite your already busy schedule, the balance can be achieved.  For me, a work/life/study balance doesn’t need to always be equally balanced. There are end-of-year commitments at work, family priorities, or group assignments that may require more of your attention at different times and my one piece of advice is that you need to plan and map out your calendars for at least one term in advance. By eliminating surprises as much as possible while ensuring that you still maintain a flexible mindset, you can adjust that schedule as things play out. It takes a few weeks to find your rhythm and expand your capability of taking on a workload, but once you adjust to it, this hectic schedule becomes somewhat of an exciting routine. – Sherif Khalifa(Executive MBA London, September 2024 & Academic Representative)  Adjusting your work-life balance Once your EMBA journey begins, you will need to decide how you want to adjust work-life balance to work-study-life balance. The nature of my work and personal life meant that I needed to take a more flexible approach and set clear boundaries, to help me make the right choices. Personally, my two boundaries are: never miss a class due to work and I will always prioritise family and do my best to be present. Boundaries and identifying trade-offs can not only help you navigate the next 18 months, but also enjoy the experience. – Omar Abuhanoud(Executive MBA Dubai, January 2023) Check out the profiles of other students, scholars, ambassadors and alumni here. You can also reach out to the Recruitment Team with any questions: emba@london.edu |
Dec 22, 2022
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: MBA application questions : timings, goals and fit |
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Shall I apply in Round Two? Are there any spaces left in Round Three, or should I wait for next year? What should I write in the essay? How specific do my post-graduation goals need to be? How do I show I am a good fit for London Business School? These are just a few of the questions you are asking us at this time of year. On timing… Many of you are getting closer to clicking submit after months of preparation. I’ll start by saying, it’s not too late! We wouldn’t have three admissions rounds if we didn’t use them all. LBS classes are carefully crafted over the course of the year, with great candidates applying on the first day applications open, right through to the last minute. However, if you are ready, I would advise going for it in Round Two. Doing so will give you more time to plan your move – resigning from work, sourcing your finances and moving to London, (for the majority of you who are not based here already). If you definitely need more time, be assured, we will offer places in Round Three. Whilst we don’t know how many spaces we will be filling and who we might be looking for in order to round out the class, you certainly don’t have to wait for Round One of next year. On the post-MBA employment goals question in the essay… Do not spend ages thinking about what you imagine we want to hear…tell us honestly what you think you want to do. But remember, it’s not a contract; if you say consulting and end up in private equity, we won’t be asking you to explain. An LBS degree is a great way to explore and test out different career paths. It will expose you to a range of professional possibilities that you maybe didn’t even know existed when you applied. You don’t need to know with absolute certainty what comes next, or how the rest of your professional life will go. However, we do want you to consider where your initial plans fit on the realism-ambition scale. What’s realistic for someone from your background – how big are the changes you want to make? Are you being ambitious enough? Do you require a top school to get you there? And you don’t need to cover everything in the essay. If you are selected for an interview, that meeting will give you another chance to expand on the things you talk about in your essay and application. We are interested in how you arrived at your goals, and how you are preparing and planning to achieve them. How many steps will you need to make along the way? You should be researching careers and role requirements nearly as much as you are researching schools. But don’t worry too much, you’ll learn a lot more about that early on in your studies from our amazing Career Centre team. We hope you are not just looking at graduate management education to help you make your next career move. That’s too transactional. The huge investment of time, energy and money in an MBA or other masters is designed to help you build and grow. Grow your skills, your experiences, your network and how you make decisions. Because life’s all about making decisions isn’t it – both professional and personal. We hope you have read our website carefully, looked through plenty of these blogs and preferably spoken to some students or alumni. Research is so important, and it really shows in the quality of your application. On ‘fit’… You’ll have heard Admissions panels talking about ‘fit`’, but what does that mean? The idea of fit is quite subjective. I can’t answer if we’re a good fit for you without knowing a lot about you. Certainly don’t change who you say you are in order to match what you think we, or any other school, wants to hear. We don’t read an application and score candidates based on who will be the best “fit” at the school – it takes all kinds of individuals to make a truly diverse community. And I don’t just mean diversity of nationalities and professional background. You are unique, even if you think you might look like a lot of other candidates. It shouldn’t be a hard job to ensure you are sounding authentic. If it is, then you are over-thinking it. The application process works both ways – we are evaluating you and you are evaluating us. As you consider schools, you should be thinking of what’s most important to you — I would advise you to consider the schools’ location, programme flexibility and content, and whether you like the people and culture. When it comes to making the final decision of where to attend, I urge you to be brave, aim high and apply to a school that will both challenge you and offer a welcoming and diverse community – which just happens to be a good way to describe London Business School! If you would like to reach out to a member of the Recruitment and Admissions team, send an email to mba@london.edu and mif@london.edu |
Jan 3 at 09:00am
| FROM LBS Admissions Blog: MBA Application Questions: Timings, Goals and Fit |
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Shall I apply in Round Two? Are there any spaces left in Round Three, or should I wait for next year? What should I write in the essay? How specific do my post-graduation goals need to be? How do I show I am a good fit for London Business School? These are just a few of the questions you are asking us at this time of year. On timing… Many of you are getting closer to clicking submit after months of preparation. I’ll start by saying, it’s not too late! We wouldn’t have three admissions rounds if we didn’t use them all. LBS classes are carefully crafted over the course of the year, with great candidates applying on the first day applications open, right through to the last minute. However, if you are ready, I would advise going for it in Round Two. Doing so will give you more time to plan your move – resigning from work, sourcing your finances and moving to London, (for the majority of you who are not based here already). If you definitely need more time, be assured, we will offer places in Round Three. Whilst we don’t know how many spaces we will be filling and who we might be looking for in order to round out the class, you certainly don’t have to wait for Round One of next year. On the post-MBA employment goals question in the essay… Do not spend ages thinking about what you imagine we want to hear…tell us honestly what you think you want to do. But remember, it’s not a contract; if you say consulting and end up in private equity, we won’t be asking you to explain. An LBS degree is a great way to explore and test out different career paths. It will expose you to a range of professional possibilities that you maybe didn’t even know existed when you applied. You don’t need to know with absolute certainty what comes next, or how the rest of your professional life will go. However, we do want you to consider where your initial plans fit on the realism-ambition scale. What’s realistic for someone from your background – how big are the changes you want to make? Are you being ambitious enough? Do you require a top school to get you there? And you don’t need to cover everything in the essay. If you are selected for an interview, that meeting will give you another chance to expand on the things you talk about in your essay and application. We are interested in how you arrived at your goals, and how you are preparing and planning to achieve them. How many steps will you need to make along the way? You should be researching careers and role requirements nearly as much as you are researching schools. But don’t worry too much, you’ll learn a lot more about that early on in your studies from our amazing Career Centre team. We hope you are not just looking at graduate management education to help you make your next career move. That’s too transactional. The huge investment of time, energy and money in an MBA or other masters is designed to help you build and grow. Grow your skills, your experiences, your network and how you make decisions. Because life’s all about making decisions isn’t it – both professional and personal. We hope you have read our website carefully, looked through plenty of these blogs and preferably spoken to some students or alumni. Research is so important, and it really shows in the quality of your application. On ‘fit’… You’ll have heard Admissions panels talking about ‘fit`’, but what does that mean? The idea of fit is quite subjective. I can’t answer if we’re a good fit for you without knowing a lot about you. Certainly don’t change who you say you are in order to match what you think we, or any other school, wants to hear. We don’t read an application and score candidates based on who will be the best “fit” at the school – it takes all kinds of individuals to make a truly diverse community. And I don’t just mean diversity of nationalities and professional background. You are unique, even if you think you might look like a lot of other candidates. It shouldn’t be a hard job to ensure you are sounding authentic. If it is, then you are over-thinking it. The application process works both ways – we are evaluating you and you are evaluating us. As you consider schools, you should be thinking of what’s most important to you — I would advise you to consider the schools’ location, programme flexibility and content, and whether you like the people and culture. When it comes to making the final decision of where to attend, I urge you to be brave, aim high and apply to a school that will both challenge you and offer a welcoming and diverse community – which just happens to be a good way to describe London Business School! If you would like to reach out to a member of the Recruitment and Admissions team, send an email to mba@london.edu and mif@london.edu |
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