Who attends

Experience

About me: Throughout my undergraduate studies, I wanted to explore different sectors and I have completed different internships in finance and consulting. While at Bocconi University, I co-founded a student association, Horus Investment Fund, where I was the head of marketing, later becoming the head of the fintech team.

The international exposure gained during my undergraduate studies has made me very open to new experiences and perspectives. I am passionate about tech and blockchain; healthy lifestyle and fitness; as well exploring new restaurants and bars in my free time.

Three topics I can be approached about: Moving to London; scholarships; lifestyle.

Email address: fcoka.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo amidst a time of great unrest that led to the Congo War – the largest international conflict since World War 2. My family sought and were granted asylum in the UK, where I settled and grew up in East London. I have since always sought to make an impact and was drawn to the field of healthcare. I studied Medicine at the University of Sheffield and after graduating in 2020, I started work as a doctor as the COVID pandemic began, which was challenging but very rewarding.

I loved my time in medicine but I wanted to make a wider impact across different industries with the hope that I can use this knowledge to eventually help transform the continent of Africa. This led me to study at LBS as it would allow me to gain business knowledge at a world-class institution.

During my studies, I completed internships in Cuba and Nicaragua and realised I love being in international environments. I also wanted to increase my network – LBS ticked all of these boxes for me.

Three topics I can be approached about: Pursuing LBS from a non-business background; application tips; life at LBS.

Email address: nmimbo.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I’m a trained doctor with a Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Ibadan in Nigeria. Whilst at university, I also started a fashion business as a wide-eyed second-year medical student. In retrospect, this decision marked the beginning of my journey in business and the love that blossomed thereafter.

My professional experiences and interests are highly diverse as a result of my vast experience in the fashion manufacturing and retailing industries, animal health and educational sector consulting, as well as a development finance internship. I am passionate about community impact, having held various volunteer and leadership positions while studying for my undergraduate degree. My core interests are business operations, optimisation and strategy.

I’m looking to bring my strengths, transferable skills and experiences from my STEM and entrepreneurial backgrounds into working in highly competent teams, solving critical business problems. I’ve come to realise that business leaders aren’t built passively but rather by immersion in the knowledge and practice of business. My goal is to be a business professional and leader the world can trust, regardless of my job function – and what better place to build on that than at LBS!

Three topics I can be approached about: Applying to and studying at LBS from a non-business background; funding; moving to London.

Email address: tawaarua.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I was born and raised in Milan, Italy, and moved to the UK in 2019 to pursue my BSc in Philosophy, Politics & Economics at King’s College London. During the following three years, I developed an interest in finance and management, joining KCL’s only student-led investment fund and completing an investment banking summer internship at Barclays in the London office. While thrilled to have received a full-time return offer to join the graduate analyst class of 2022, I decided to defer this for one year to pursue the Masters in Management programme at LBS. This would help me fill the gaps in my knowledge, mature as a person and expand my network, plus it would allow me to complete my academic journey and better prepare me for a professional corporate environment.

While my journey at LBS is just beginning, the experience has already gone above and beyond my expectations. LBS’s world-leading faculty and international environment, coupled with the variety of societies and clubs on offer, provide students with endless opportunities to pursue their interests and strive for excellence. Looking forward, I will be joining the TEDxLBS, Snow and Women in Business Clubs to support my LBS experience.

Three topics I can be approached about: Moving to/living in London; applying to LBS; LBS life and community.

Email address: icarle.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I am born and raised in the UK and I hold a BA (Hons) in Economics & Politics from Lancaster University. During my undergraduate studies, I had the opportunity to intern at a variety of firms. My first internship was at a growth stage P2P fintech investment firm, where the CEO was an LBS alumnus. I completed various spring internships, including one in government. In my penultimate year, I interned at Deloitte within tax consulting.

My internships and undergraduate degree allowed me to narrow my career interests, which has led me to want to transition into strategy consulting. I therefore applied for the Masters in Management programme at LBS. Since arriving at LBS, I have met an incredible community of people from every corner of the world. I have joined the Consulting Club, Impact Consulting Club (including an impact consulting project with Bain & Company) and Social Impact Club.

Beyond academia, I am extremely passionate about social mobility, football, cricket and karate.

Three topics I can be approached about: Application advice; impact consulting project; LBS social mobility initiatives and support.

Email address: mdawud.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I am an energetic person and the dynamo of any group. I always love to entertain those around me and instill positivity. Curiosity, dedication and creativity are the essence of my personality. In fact, my ability to marry logic with creativity is a rare distinguishing skill. My curiosity and fascination with technology led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering at the Saint Joseph University of Beirut, where I improved my logic and honed my critical thinking skills. During my final year project, I worked at Murex Systems, a leading global company in financial and capital market solutions.

Engineering is a fascinating and enriching field, yet it has proved to be too technical for my taste. Therefore, I decided that the Masters in Management programme at LBS was the right choice for my career. Upon graduation from LBS, I intend to start a career in strategy and management consulting.

My engagement and performance in theatrical plays has allowed me to feel more comfortable in my own skin and has improved my communication skills. This has helped me deal with people I’ve never met before and will be reflected in my LBS journey.

My path so far has pushed me to give my best to cultivate my curiosity, expand my network, build lasting friendships and broaden my horizons.

Three topics I can be approached about: Application process; London life; my experience at LBS.

Email address: vhajjar.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: Born and raised in Stockholm, I moved to London to pursue a BSc in Psychology at UCL. Living in London was a great experience where I realised how valuable it was for me to live in such a dynamic and international city. During my psychology studies, I became particularly intrigued by the hardwired connections between psychology, strategical thinking and organisational behaviour.

By studying managerial finance at LSE alongside my degree, I acquired theoretical knowledge in the financial sector that I subsequently put into practice during an internship in M&A. Although these experiences gave me valuable insights into financial markets and corporate structures, I still felt that I lacked the particular business acumen that would help me grow professionally. In order to gain a comprehensive foundation in management and, at the same time, be surrounded by a truly international, motivated and supportive community, I decided to apply for the Masters in Management at LBS. I was particularly drawn to LBS as it gave me the impression of being a school that would make me grow personally and professionally.

So far, my LBS experience has gone above and beyond my expectations. I already feel that LBS has provided me with key tools to help me reach my career goals in consulting and, most importantly, has allowed me to be in a dynamic, exciting and supportive community!

Three topics I can be approached about: Applying to LBS with a non-business bachelors; moving to London; choosing a programme.

Email address: fhillstrom.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I was born in Denmark, but moved to the US when I was young and grew up most of my life in California. I attended the University of California, Los Angeles (sko bru!) and, in 2021, I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations.

During my time at UCLA, I was able to get valuable experience interning at a commercial real estate company and I also worked in a sales role at a winery in Napa Valley. However, I wanted to pursue a Masters in Management to gain a more comprehensive foundation in how global business is done. After LBS, I am hoping to stay in Europe working within strategy consulting or luxury goods.

What appealed to me about LBS was its strong focus on being an international environment as well as how the curriculum combines theory with practical application. Since arriving on campus, I have been able to engage with highly driven people from all over the world who motivate me to be the best version of myself.

Outside of the classroom, I am involved with the Wine & Spirit Club as well as the Ski Club.

Three topics I can be approached about: Studying in the US versus London; moving to London; applying from a non-business background.

Email address: mholstebro.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I was born and raised in Mumbai, India, and completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Nottingham, where I pursued a BSc (Hons) in Management. At Nottingham, I was actively involved in and led several student societies. I co-founded the Nottingham Indian Diversity Forum and hosted talks with renowned Indian personalities.

At LBS, I have been elected as an academic representative for the Masters in Management programme. I’ll be working closely with the Real Estate and Family Business Clubs.

Alongside my experience at leading real estate firms, like JLL, Savills and Guardians in India, I have worked extensively within the educational and not-for-profit sectors. Currently, I create content on Instagram regarding GMAT tips and international student life.

Post-LBS, I wish to return to my family business of real estate development in India and leverage this rich experience to expand the business. Through real estate, I wish to eventually enter Indian politics and work within the development, infrastructure and housing sectors.

Since arriving at LBS, I have connected with an incredible community of diverse peers who constantly challenge and push me to achieve bigger.

Three topics I can be approached about: Application tips; managing GMAT; Masters in Management programme experience.

Email address: akhandelwal.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I am a Canadian national who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology from the University of British Columbia. Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in many areas of the healthcare sector, including medical research, pharmaceuticals and life sciences consulting. These experiences sparked my interest in developing a career at the intersection of healthcare and business and led me to apply for the Masters in Management programme at LBS as a complement to my pharmacology background.

In my free time, I am an avid foodie (I’m a former competitive eater!), love watching Formula 1 and am always down to lose friends over board games.

Three topics I can be approached about: Masters in Management for non-business majors and/or North Americans; choosing between business schools; consulting and healthcare recruiting.

Email address: cng.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I was born and raised in Sydney, Australia, and completed a Bachelor of Economics at the University of Sydney. I then worked for two years as a consultant in operational excellence, primarily in the financial sector. Through working in an agile team environment developing and implementing solutions for C-suite clients, I came to realise the power of harnessing on-the-ground knowledge with strong frameworks and leading-edge analytical tools.

Beyond profit maximising endeavours, a key area of interest of mine is social impact and I have experience in developing, pitching and running self-sustaining social enterprises. I am struck by the great potential to bring best practice business solutions to key social issues and to enrich businesses by the integration of ESG initiatives. Furthering this potential represents a long-term career goal of mine.

It was the need to increase the breadth of my business management skills that led me to apply to the Masters in Management programme at LBS. I was also drawn to the dynamic and challenging environment, its unparalleled global perspective and the unique hands-on experiences designed to bring out students’ best, both inside and outside the classroom.

Since arriving at LBS, I have already experienced the power of the School’s amazing alumni network and look forward to continuing to engage in this community for years to come.

Three topics I can be approached about: Entering the Masters in Management with full-time work experience; moving to London; life at LBS.

Email address: msamrai.mim2023@london.edu

Experience

About me: I completed my BSc International Business Administration degree at WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management in Germany. I am genuinely interested in investment banking, which is backed up further by my previous internships in ECM and M&A. As investment banking is an area where finance and strategy meet, I firmly believe that a Masters in Management will provide me with a firm basis to succeed in this career path.

I love football, swimming and skiing. At LBS, I am able to further these extracurricular activities by joining various clubs with students that share the same interests. At LBS, I am able to build strong relationships with people of different origins, interests and professional backgrounds.

Three topics I can be approached about: Clubs; application experience; professional career.

Email address: psong.mim2023@london.edu