Michael Doherty (he/him)
- Programme: MBA
- Nationality: American
- Scholarship: London Business School Military Scholarship
Education: Bachelors in Economics and English, University of Notre Dame, US; graduated in 2019
Pre-MBA industry: Military
Pre-MBA role: Surface Warfare Officer, United States Navy
Clubs: Military in Business, North America (Co-SVP of Communications), Consulting
About me: I grew up near Cleveland, Ohio, and did my undergraduate degree at the University of Notre Dame as part of the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC). After graduating from Notre Dame, I commissioned as an officer in the US Navy and reported to my first assignment as the Main Propulsion Division Officer onboard the USS VELLA GULF (CG 72), a guided missile cruiser in Norfolk, Virginia. In 2022, I transferred to my next assignment as the Anti-Terrorism Officer and Safety Officer onboard the USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG 51), a guided missile destroyer in Rota, Spain.
After five years of leading sailors at sea, I decided to pursue an MBA. I wanted to transition from the military to a role in consulting and I knew that the MBA would give me the skills and network I needed to be successful in that transition. The MBA programme at LBS quickly became my top choice for its academic reputation, its unparalleled diversity and its location in the heart of London.
In my free time, I enjoy watching American football, preparing meals and exploring everything that London has to offer.
Three topics I can be approached for: Transitioning from the military; MBA admissions process; MBA from a non-business background.
Email: mdoherty.mba2026@london.edu
