Learning through hands-on experience during my MBA
Samarjeet from Nepal, talks about the practical aspects of the Bath MBA programme and how the experience helped build a global professional network.
Studying on the programme
I wanted to pursue an MBA with academic rigour and a focus on entrepreneurship and sustainability. The Bath MBA surpassed my expectations. The programme gave me new people management and leadership skills.
A distinctive feature of the programme is the hands-on engagement with actual clients. We had the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges faced by organisations. This practical experience meant we could apply what we knew from our learning in the classroom to real problems.
With the successful completion of each module, I had a sense that I was expanding my knowledge base. I felt that the curriculum was thoughtfully paced, ensuring that concepts were introduced at precisely the right time for students.
The Multi-Project Suite
The Multi Project Suite was my opportunity to apply the methodologies and insights I’d learned from the modules.
The initial consulting project served as a launchpad. It guided me through the process of diagnosing challenges faced by organisations and providing recommendations for our clients.
The second consulting project gave me the skills to translate our recommendations into actionable strategies.
The Entrepreneurship project was my opportunity to conceive and blueprint a novel business plan. I then showcased my concept to a panel to seek potential investments.
This immersive journey provided a well-rounded education with a lot of hands-on involvement.
The dedicated Careers Team of the Bath MBA was an unwavering source of support throughout the year.
Building my professional network
The diversity of my classmates created an environment of cross-cultural enrichment. This helped me to develop professional networks beyond the programme.
The programme offered an opportunity to engage with both a coach and a mentor. The coaching component helped me to articulate why I wanted to pursue the Bath MBA and to explain my aspirations for my career.
The mentoring was equally invaluable. I had the privilege of collaborating with a seasoned mentoring professional. Together, we drew valuable connections between my prior experiences and my future ambitions to help me plan for my career goals.
I attended networking events on campus too. Through these, I received mentorship from London-based industry experts. Their insights helped me to identify my transferrable skills and taught me how to present them to potential employers. The dedicated Careers Team of the Bath MBA was an unwavering source of support throughout the year. Their consistent guidance, tools, and advice helped me to present myself effectively and seize opportunities in the job market when I graduated.