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An INSEAD MBA is more than just a stepping stone to your next job—it's an investment in your long-term career success as it equips you with the skills, network, and mindset needed to thrive in an ever-changing business landscape.  Read this article and learn more about the INSEAD MBA's long-term value: https://inse.ad/mbaroi #MBATips #LongTermSuccess #INSEADMBA #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #INSEAD

As the second year of my MBA is well underway, I'm feeling reflective about my summer experiences and excited for what's to come. 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: I had a fantastic summer with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and am thrilled to have received a full-time offer for the 𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 office. Here are a few key takeaways: 1. 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝: Actively seeking, interpreting, and applying feedback was essential. A strong feedback loop with both clients and senior leadership elevated our work to the highest standards. 2. 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: Supportive and encouraging colleagues made the fast pace not only manageable but enjoyable. 3. 𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫: It's crucial to take charge—actively seek out opportunities, choose the people you want to work with, and explore the industries and work styles that resonate with you. 𝐌𝐁𝐀 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫: •Diving deep into Finance and Strategy classes at The Wharton School with renowned professors like David Wessels and lots of guest speakers! •Leading the Wharton India Economic Forum as we organize a large student-led conference in Mumbai. •Leading the DEI team at the Wharton Energy and Climate Club to dive deeper into the space, expand on my learnings from Greenzo Energy and help my peers at Wharton make the space more equitable and inclusive. •Making time to enjoy the outdoors and connect with my incredible classmates! Excited for the challenges ahead and the new opportunities to grow and learn!

As year-end approaches, I find myself reflecting on the journey I’ve been on since graduating from Brandeis last December—a year filled with growth, challenges, and immense gratitude. Graduating from Brandeis International Business School was a milestone I approached without regret, and my time there was truly transformative. Beyond the knowledge I gained, I was profoundly inspired by professors who broadened my perspective, classmates who shared a spirit of collaboration, and lifelong friends who became my closest support system. After graduation, I was fortunate to join REON Technology as an intern. It was an honor to work alongside a passionate and driven team in the renewable energy industry. I’m deeply thankful to my mentors and team leaders who trusted me with this opportunity, offering me exposure to such an impactful field and invaluable experiences within an extraordinary team. Then, another door opened—I began my new journey at Goldman Sachs. Time has flown, and it’s hard to believe that five months have already passed. Between countless logins and logouts, I’ve found myself in another incredible team, where I’m continuously learning and growing. This year has been marked by goodbyes and new beginnings. It feels like every farewell is quickly followed by a hello, each transition teaching me something new. I’ve been lucky to experience the mix of anxiety, uncertainty, painful losses, steep growth, and fresh opportunities that have shaped my 20s. For all of it—the highs and the lows—I’m deeply thankful. These moments have made me who I am today. If I had to choose a single phrase to define this past year and guide me in the next, it would be: "May my ashes blow away on the winds of change." I’ve come to accept that we cannot and will never have full control over our future. And that’s okay. Life is about embracing what comes, living fully in the present, and letting go of the need to control what lies ahead. Here’s to making every single 'Today' count.

"MBA preferred" is always interesting to me when I see it used in a job description. Probably because in all my years in business, I haven't noticed a difference in performance from those who had an MBA from those who didn’t. I’ve found it to be net neutral - no better, no worse. And I have a good amount of experience here. In my 8 years at Merrill Lynch, we had two large groups of interns come through every year. Half had MBAs, half didn't. Many of those went on to be full time hires, so my sample size in numbers and amount of time worked with these folks is fairly large. And again, no correlation in performance whether they had a graduate degree or not. A bunch of people who were awesome at their job on both sides. Plenty of duds on both sides, too. I’m not hating on people with MBAs here, I’m just not putting them on a pedestal. Is it as simple as the companies who are led by people with an MBA have a bias to hire others who also have one? And those who aren’t, don’t?

This is where it all started. Annapurna Chatterjee graduated from Boot Camp 03 and we were able to introduce her to AWR Lloyd and they hired her! She has been working with them since August 2022 and rising! Are you (or do you know) a woman in Asia who wants to work in M&A? Then I have exciting news! Announcing Asian Women in Valuation Master Class Scholarships! Don’t miss your opportunity for the next Boot Camp in May 13, 2024 Earn a US$1,298 scholarship to the Valuation Master Class Boot Camp. The Asian Women in Valuation Scholarship by AWR Lloyd aims to help women master company valuation and enter the workforce at higher levels of responsibility and pay. The Asian Women in Valuation Scholarship aims to support approximately 25 women in Asia to attend the Valuation Master Class Boot Camp in 2024. COMMENT if you want to know more or TAG A FRIEND suitable for the Asian Women in Valuation Scholarship. I will follow up with you. AWR Lloyd has agreed to interview those who complete the course and achieve the highest scores for internships and/or full-time employment at one of the firm’s offices in Asia. “Empowering Asian women to empower themselves as businesswomen and entrepreneurs is critical to sustainable economic growth in Asia. It’s a top priority for us. AWR Lloyd is the No.1 ranked consulting firm for women in Asia-Pacific (Vault, 2023). We are excited to have partnered with A. Stotz Academy on this scholarship. Understanding how to conduct best practice valuation analysis is fundamental to sound business strategy and investment decision-making” - Alex Wood – CEO, AWR Lloyd Vault ranks AWR Lloyd No.1 for Women and Minorities in the Asia-Pacific consulting sector in 2023, above McKinsey and Bain. #ValuationMasterClass #WomeninValuation #financialanalyst #valuation #finance #investmentbanking #business #assetmanagement #fundmanager

"At Goldman Sachs, an MBA student who knows nothing about anything is underwriting IPOs after 8 years. In contrast, 12 years out of Google, and you're still scratching your head hoping that they're not that bad" -- this came from a VP of Product/Eng (1,000 PM / Eng team) of a very well-known SV tech brand who spent his early days/career at one of the big three consulting firms. We discussed the lack of talent development in tech companies: 1. Silicon Valley companies have been "hoovering up the best and brightest" talent in recent years, but often lack structured programs to develop those employees' soft skills and leadership abilities. 2. Contrast this with professional services firms like McKinsey and Goldman Sachs, which have well-established apprenticeship and mentorship models to systematically upskill junior talent. Someone can under-write an IPO 8 years in the job after being at GS. 3. He believes productized solutions could help tech companies be more intentional about cultivating their people and organizational culture, rather than just relying on individual talent Do you also believe that Silicon Valley companies have succeeded despite lacking structure in developing their talents?

This is where it all started. Annapurna Chatterjee graduated from Boot Camp 03 and we were able to introduce her to AWR Lloyd and they hired her! She has been working with them since August 2022 and rising! Are you (or do you know) a woman in Asia who wants to work in M&A? Then I have exciting news! Announcing Asian Women in Valuation Scholarships! Don’t miss your opportunity for the next Boot Camp in May 13, 2024 Earn a US$1,298 scholarship to the Valuation Master Class Boot Camp. The Asian Women in Valuation Scholarship by AWR Lloyd aims to help women master company valuation and enter the workforce at higher levels of responsibility and pay. The Asian Women in Valuation Scholarship aims to support approximately 25 women in Asia to attend the Valuation Master Class Boot Camp in 2024. COMMENT if you want to know more or TAG A FRIEND suitable for the Asian Women in Valuation Scholarship. I will follow up with you. AWR Lloyd has agreed to interview those who complete the course and achieve the highest scores for internships and/or full-time employment at one of the firm’s offices in Asia. “Empowering Asian women to empower themselves as businesswomen and entrepreneurs is critical to sustainable economic growth in Asia. It’s a top priority for us. AWR Lloyd is the No.1 ranked consulting firm for women in Asia-Pacific (Vault, 2023). We are excited to have partnered with A. Stotz Academy on this scholarship. Understanding how to conduct best practice valuation analysis is fundamental to sound business strategy and investment decision-making” - Alex Wood – CEO, AWR Lloyd Vault ranks AWR Lloyd No.1 for Women and Minorities in the Asia-Pacific consulting sector in 2023, above McKinsey and Bain. #ValuationMasterClass #WomeninValuation #financialanalyst #valuation #finance #investmentbanking #business #assetmanagement #fundmanager

🎓 Big News! 🚀 I'm absolutely thrilled to spill the beans: I'm diving straight into an MBA right after wrapping up my undergrad journey. 💼 Why? Well, in today's cutthroat job scene, I firmly believe it's all about turning theory into real-world smarts, and what better way to do that than with an MBA? After some serious soul-searching, I've hitched my wagon to Globsyn Business School. 🌟 Why Globsyn? Simple. They've got street cred and industry connections that make my heart skip a beat. Plus, the chance to roll up my sleeves and dive into internships and projects that sync perfectly with my career dreams? Sign me up! But wait, there's more! I'm zeroing in on International Business and Marketing. 🌍 Picture it: global markets, diverse cultures, and endless opportunities. That's the playground I want to explore and conquer. And let's talk about Globsyn's commitment to giving me a global outlook through international exchanges and collaborations. 🌐 It's like opening a door to a whole new universe of possibilities. Exciting, right? Lastly, shoutout to the Globsyn fam – faculty, alumni, and peers – for being the wind beneath my wings. 💬 Their support and guidance are like fuel for my fire, propelling me towards my goals. So, here's to this epic MBA adventure at Globsyn – a journey that's not just about getting a degree, but about gearing up to tackle the dynamic world of International Business and Marketing head-on. Thanks for letting me spill the beans, LinkedIn fam! 🙏 #MBA #GlobsynBusinessSchool #InternationalBusiness #Marketing #ExcitingTimes #FutureLeaders

Last week I attended the Forte Financial Services FAST Track in New York City with four University of Rochester - Simon Business School students. As an analytical woman it was only a matter of time in the MBA recruiting process before I realized the importance of the Finance industry to the innovations I saw in my roles at Enterprise & Robert Half. I had to flow with the curiosity born from my experience by attending the conference. It offered me important insights into how various functions within Financial Services drive scale, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The event kicked off with educational sessions lead by Scott Haahr, CFA of Training The Street. Access to the knowledge and network of the Finance industry makes a difference. Especially for people from marginalized backgrounds with world-changing perspectives. It was a great foundation for the conversations to come as I explore Venture Capital and Private Equity. As a creative with an entrepreneurial spirit, I often find myself brimming with ideas. The keynote emphasized the importance of discerning which ideas, or "sparks," have the potential to become significant "fires." This conference has demonstrated how the financial sector can fuel and sustain these sparks in extraordinary ways for women. I deeply value each of the stories that women leading fast-paced careers and lives shared, generative AI can't give us those! A special thank you to the Forté Foundation, Geneviève Piché, Amira Artis, Courtney Haydon, Emily LeStrange, CFA, CFP®, Gwen Jenkins Ukwade, Karen Flaherty, Kelsey Sharp, Heather Rosenstein, Kate Krasky, CFA, Hillary Powers, Rebecca Herter, and Marjie Terry for the invaluable strategies offered and connections made. Looking ahead, I am eager to apply all I am bringing back from this conference as I continue my MBA journey, pursue a summer internship in 2025, and the exciting infinity beyond that. #ForteFoundation #FinancialServices #Finance #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #NYU #Networking #CareerGrowth #WomenInFinance #MBA