Here are extracts from 3 of our students' stories; You can find the full testimonials on our website:
Isabella Lennhag
Attended: MSc Strategic Management, Class of 2015
Nationality: Swiss
Background: from Bocconi University
Internship in Consulting , Gao Feng Advisory Company, Shanghai
"The networking opportunities are immense and very valuable at HEC Paris"
"Prior to HEC Paris, I attended the Bachelor in Economics, Management and Finance program at Bocconi University in Milan. I also completed a six-month internship in Investment Banking at Credit Suisse in Zurich, and spent time in Shanghai. I attended an intensive Mandarin Chinese course at Jiao Tong University and worked part-time for a China-based strategy consulting firm, Gao Feng Advisory Company.
The main reasons why I chose HEC Paris were because of its reputation for being one of the best business schools in Europe as well as its large campus and student life. I was specifically attracted to the MSc in Strategic Management due to its strong exposure to the consulting industry. During the first semester of the program, there were weekly workshops run by the largest global strategy consulting firms. Additionally, classes in Business Strategy were taught by senior consultants from the Boston Consulting Group.
After graduating from HEC Paris, I will to work at the Boston Consulting Group in Geneva, Switzerland. My career goal is to pursue a career in strategy consulting and later specialize in the luxury goods industry."
Tyler Goin
Attended: MSc in Sustainability and Social Innovation, Class of 2011
Nationality: American
Works as Product Marketing Manager for Google London
Background: from Harvard University
"While before I felt limited geographically to the U.S., a degree abroad validates your desire and ability to work internationally"
Looking back today, what have you gained from the HEC Master of Science (from a personal or professional perspective)?
"In addition to the classroom experience which served as a powerful platform for discussions and debates, the study trip to Madagascar organised by the class was an experience of a lifetime. A group of 30 students, passionate about sustainability travelled through the length of the country to understand the environmental, social and economic needs of the country. The opportunity to meet with the local population and development organisations working on issues related to the environment, communities, energy, biodiversity and health provided a learning of a very different kind."
Courses, conferences, meetings, outings What are the most significant memories of your year at HEC Paris?
"The best parts of HEC for me were organizing our class study trip to Madagascar, the extraordinary people I met, playing on the rugby team, getting professional experience through our consulting missions, and fully immersing myself in student and academic life at HEC."
Roscoe Sun
Attended: Master in Finance MIF, Class of 2015
Nationality: British
Background: from London School of Economics
Internship experience as an Analyst at Odysseus Capital
"Career advice proved invaluable in my job search and the exceptional placement record achieved this year is truly testament to the added value of the program"
"I chose to attend HEC Paris for numerous reasons. Firstly, prior to entering the industry, I wanted a firm grounding in all areas of finance. Subsequently, attending HEC Paris, one of Europes most reputable academic institutions provided an excellent opportunity to do so. Furthermore, having been born and brought up in London, the prospect of living in a neighbouring yet culturally differing city certainly appealed to me. Lastly, knowing that I wanted to work in London made the choice all the more pertinent due to HEC Pariss proximity as well as its strong placement track record."
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