Imagine this: you are at a big party. You don’t know anyone there. The music is loud. People are packed shoulder to shoulder, making it virtually impossible for you to move. And it seems like everyone else is regaling epic stories or laughing at an inside joke that only you seemed to have missed. What…
And so it begins! Embarking on an MBA journey is a life-altering decision. It requires making two critical choices: first, committing to the pursuit of an MBA—a significant financial, mental, and emotional investment—and second, selecting the right institution. For me, the decision to pursue an MBA was not just about advancing my career but about…
On April 2, 2024, the inaugural “IESE Japan Search Fund Forum” was held in Tokyo, primarily led by Japanese MBA students. IESE has been actively involved in search funds, as the host of the International Search Fund Conference every two years. However, this event was a unique student-led effort and here is a recap of…
Name: Rafael Lorenzo Santos Valenzuela, my friends call me “Paeng” Year of Graduation: 2023 Nationality: Filipino Post-MBA Country of Residence: United Kingdom Post-MBA Employer: Aurelius Investments Limited Hi Paeng, please tell us more about yourself. What is your background and what are you currently doing in London? I am a deeply driven individual who is eager to add value…
My participation in the Social Impact Consulting elective course was the highlight of my second-year MBA at IESE. While our curriculum is deeply rooted in case studies and class discussions, this course stood out for its immersive, hands-on approach and practical learning experiences. The Social Impact Consulting module taught by Professor Joan Jane had a…