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Research: navigating your MBA aspirations
Emily Brierley, Head of MBA Recruitment and Admissions, suggests using the quieter holiday season to refocus and assess your MBA goals. Deep dive into researching business schools and MBA programmes.
Be methodical and honest about what factors are important to you. This reflective time away from work can help you focus on your future plans more clearly.
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Restore: embrace new perspectives and projects
Sadia Cuthbert, Director, CJBS Careers, advises using the holidays to step out of your daily routine and look to the future. Read widely about global trends and consider how different sectors might offer lessons for your own development. Use this period to explore new global experiences or lead a project to improve your profile.
The break is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in books, articles, and podcasts that expand your understanding of different industries and global challenges, enriching your perspective for your MBA journey.
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Review: reflect, network and plan
Shelley Hogg, Head of Careers Delivery and Operations, emphasises the importance of networking even during the festive period. Update your LinkedIn profile and reach out to Cambridge MBA alumni for insights.
Reflect on your work-life balance and make a plan to maintain good health, fitness, and sleep habits to manage the intensity of an MBA. Use this time to review your achievements and setbacks over the past year, identifying areas for growth and new opportunities to pursue in the coming months.
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Resolve: set bold resolutions for success
Conrad Chua, Executive Director of the Cambridge MBA, suggests making resolutions for the new year, such as reading more broadly about business. Equip yourself with diverse knowledge to thrive in an international MBA programme. Be curious, read more, and seek challenges outside your work setting.
Resolve to engage in activities that push you out of your comfort zone, as this will prepare you for the dynamic and challenging environment of an MBA programme.
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Rest & reflect: recharge and prepare for your MBA journey
Take time to rest and reflect on your future goals and preparation for business school. Resolve to make 2025 the best year yet.
Embrace the holiday season as a chance to recharge, ensuring you return to your MBA journey with renewed energy and clear objectives.
Happy holidays!
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