Management Consultancy projects – applying learnings to real-world challenges
At the University of Bristol Business School, students in their third year have the option to select a Management Consultancy unit, through which they have the opportunity to work on bespoke research projects for not-for-profit organisations in areas such as marketing, fundraising, strategy and social impact. This unit is one of the exciting partnerships between...Continue reading→
Navigating the grant capture, interdisciplinarity and impact: the early-career researcher (ECR) perspective
Insights and takeaways from the Faculty ECR event ‘How to live well as a researcher?’ Held in an atmospheric suite at Engineer’s House, this event brought together early-career researchers (ECRs) from across the Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences, offering an opportunity for a dialogue across different schools. Prof Patrick Capps, the Faculty Research...Continue reading→
Bridging the Gap to Sustainability: My Student Journey at the University of Bristol
Deeshen Shah was working in Engineering when he decided to make a change and study MSc Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) at the University of Bristol, he graduated in 2022. Here he discusses what drove that decision and what the future holds.
Comebacks, self-discovery and standing out: 5 lessons for women in leadership
Ahead of this year’s International Women’s Day, we spoke to Professor Palie Smart, from the University of Bristol Business School, about her experiences and reflections as a woman in leadership.
What it’s like to do a summer internship abroad
Being an International Business Management (IBM) student, going abroad has been on my wish list since the moment I applied for the course. However, having not met the target marks in first year for a year of study abroad, I had to look for other options to help me realise this goal. On a whim,...Continue reading→
Aspiring to a career in finance? Industry professional and alumnus dispels the myths
Postgraduate study offers students a chance to develop their knowledge and skills and to take the next step in their careers.
Black History Month 2021 | “One promise I made to myself was that I would be the representation that I didn’t have when I started.”
To celebrate Black History Month, (this year’s theme being, ‘Proud To Be’) we spoke to University of Bristol alumna, Vona Aghoghovbia-Ezichi, (BSc Accounting and Management, 2005) Global Director of Accounting at JLL to discuss her role-models, the importance of representation, and what more needs to be done to address the lack of diversity at senior...Continue reading→
What can you expect from a work placement?
Here at the University of Bristol our students can benefit from working with our Professional Liaison Network (PLN) to find opportunities for work experience. We found out more about student Ali’s recent experience on his work placement with Fortil UK, a consulting firm specialising in engineering.