I have always admired the previous MBA cohorts for their ability to host remarkable events and connect with inspiring individuals, and now I am thrilled to be part of this tradition. The annual CUTEC Conference featured outstanding speakers and dynamic pitch competitors, underscoring the importance of maintaining our University-wide and sector networks, even after leaving […]
Winning our ESG and Climate Change Case Competitions
Hiro: In the Lent Term, two Cambridge MBA teams (Kenji, Hugo, Vimal, Matis / SJ, Arif, Chizara, Daisuke, Hiro) won first place across two separate Case Competitions – both covering ESG and Climate Change in their focus. Reflecting here on our activity and wonderful experiences. What kind of business competition did you join? SJ: The […]
Our MBA Japan Trek
As has become a Cambridge MBA tradition, this year some of the students from Japan organised a business trek in which they would host a few students to spend a week travelling around their home country. The goals of this trip are to learn more about the culture, as well as visit some businesses to […]
Technology Ventures Conference from CUTEC
Join us at the CUTEC Technology Ventures Event, where innovation meets entrepreneurship! Established in 2003 by Cambridge University students and MIT Venture Capital Club members, CUTEC has become a driving force in scientific entrepreneurship. Our annual conference, held every June, connects entrepreneurs, academics, investors, and business professionals in Cambridge and beyond. Experience one of the world’s largest student-run entrepreneurial […]
One last time – my Cambridge MBA graduation
I have avoided writing this blog post because it is the end of a chapter in many ways, and quite frankly, I am not ready to turn the page. For once, I find myself at a loss for words…I am just as surprised as you are. As always, thank you for reading, and please bear […]
My Graduation moment – the MBA at Cambridge
Growing up, the University of Cambridge felt like a faraway castle in the clouds. My path hasn’t been easy. I come from a humble background, and being the first in my family to attend university made reaching Cambridge seem like a distant dream. But I persisted, fueled by a relentless pursuit of knowledge. When the acceptance […]
Officially a Graduate – my MBA graduation
I have completed my studies at the University of Cambridge. Firstly, I want to express my profound gratitude to those who have stood by me through any difference and challenge – my beloved family. Hailing from humble beginnings, my parents neither attended university or established a business. They migrated from the former Soviet Union to […]
Navigating new horizons: Cambridge MBA students spearhead consulting project with Porsche Consulting
This spring, our team of ambitious MBA students – Nattamon Intaratanoo, Rushali Bhandari, Juan Carlos Revoredo Sifuentes, Prachi Dewangan, Zizhuo Li from Cambridge Judge Business School embarked on a challenging consulting project with Porsche Consulting. Tasked with identifying opportunities for innovation in the rail transportation sector, their mission was to apply strategic thinking and innovative […]
Digital technologies in the Electric Vehicle Industry – our Ant Group MBA Global Consulting Project
For the first time the Cambridge MBA worked together with another business school, as part of its live consulting project – the MBA Global Consulting Project (GCP). The Cambridge MBA team collaborated with a team of MBA students from Zhe Jiang International Business School, in China, to explore the European new energy and electric vehicle […]
MBA Global Consulting Project with Triton Partners
During the Easter Term break, a team of Cambridge MBA students had the unique opportunity to dive deep into a rapidly evolving megatrend. Through this immersive Global Consulting Project (GCP) with Triton Partners, a pre-eminent global investment firm, the team gained first-hand experience conducting in-depth industry and company analyses to unveil attractive investment opportunities. The […]
Fashion and sustainability with Inditex: Our MBA Global Consulting Project
Our team agrees that the Global Consulting Project (GCP) was one of the most memorable and rewarding experiences thus far in our shared Cambridge MBA journey. The GCP was in collaboration with Inditex, a leading Spanish multinational apparel retailer and parent company to some of the world’s most iconic fashion brands – including Zara, Pull […]
An MBA Global Consulting Project in Dubai
This spring, a group of Cambridge MBA students embarked on a transformative GlobalConsulting Project (GCP) with the Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF), marking a significantacademic 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 […]
Attending the Atlanta ROMBA Summit as Pride at CJBS Leader
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 […]
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) […]
Nestlé – our MBA Global Consulting Project
Where else do you get to work as a consultant for 4 weeks during your MBA, in teams with a real client on a live project of strategic value? The Global Consulting Project is a highlight of the Cambridge MBA. “The GCP was a great opportunity to work for the world’s largest food and beverage company, Nestlé.” […]
Transforming ideas into impact: My 3-day journey in social entrepreneurship
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 […]
Pursuing an MBA and falling in love with a new sport at Cambridge
This has been one of the most fulfilling years in my life. I’ve had the chance to meet extraordinary people, learn a lot about business management, get real work experience through the various projects and even had time to discover a sport that has won me over. I’ve always been into sports so when I […]
Cambridge MBA: Written in the stars
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 […]
Thinking about your career – an alumna view
Here’s part 3 of my MBA series – Thinking about your career Blue Skies Thinking (or is it?): career pivot & triple jumpsI 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 […]
Networking – an MBA view from alumna Tripti Gawanker
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 […]