It was IESE’S first time participating in the Financial Times MBA Quiz, and four second-year students were brave enough to accept the challenge. We didn’t know what to expect, but the MBA office kept on encouraging us: “It’s mainly about having fun. Don’t worry too much!” Well, that doesn’t really comfort us MBAs. If you…
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Introducing Prodigy Finance, a New Student Loan Program
The IESE MBA is delighted to announce that we have joined the Prodigy Finance Community Loan program, which will enable international students to join Prodigy Finance’s global community and obtain loan funding for their studies at IESE. Anthony Hall, Head of Business Development at Prodigy Finance, explains to us how it works. IESE: What is Prodigy…
Why Recruit IESE MBA Graduates from Emerging Markets?
Corporations need people with a deep knowledge of those markets, but also with an international profile and a solid general management education. Western companies are struggling to find talent from these emerging markets who are a good fit for their corporate culture. Companies need to develop future leaders from those countries, people who can work…
The International Nairobi Module: an unforgettable experience
The International Nairobi Module kicked off on January 11 with a dinner at the Heron Portico Hotel in Nairobi. Prof. Fred Ogola introduced Prof. David Sperling, research professor and senior research fellow in the Strathmore Governance Centre. He talked about the history of Kenya and told us about his personal experiences in the country since…
Stretching beyond your limits
I am not a runner. I have never run. Then, one day, tired of paying gym fees and never actually going, I decided to join my local running club. As I waited at the track for the rest of the group to gather, I couldn’t help wondering whether I’d be capable of running round the…