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I studied the MBA at Norwich Business School in the class of 2018.
What were your expectations on joining the MBA?
I expected the MBA to help me develop my social network. My classmates would be coming from different countries and backgrounds. As one of the youngest members in the MBA, I sought to learn from other’s experiences. What I found was that joining an MBA was not just about the knowledge, but becoming more professional in the way you handle things.
How did the MBA change your life personally and professionally?
Trusting my team members is the most valuable thing I have learned from the MBA. We had lots of group activities, discussion, consultancy projects, and case competitions. Nothing can be successful if it depends on only one person. All members can share their ideas freely, and each of us have our own capabilities, and together we will eventually find the best solution. Even after graduation I still am always reminding myself to trust my team members.
What advice do you have for those who are joining the programme?
MBA has expanded my social network. I have a diverse selection of friends and we share, we talk and we make friends. I learnt a lot from my friends and vice versa, and we always help each other no matter what. The MBA has given me an opportunity to change to my desired career. It is not only about knowledge from books, but all the ‘soft skills’ such as communication, problem solving, leadership skills that you learn are very useful for daily business operations.
I would advise anyone joining the MBA to not be quiet and only sit in the class. Please share your ideas! The MBA class is a culture mix, and by sharing you open yourself up to new insights. Networking is also very important, and you will never know how powerful it is until you need it.