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Throwback to My First Week as a MiF Part-Time Student at London Business School

Christopher Hwang, MiFPT2027 My first week at London Business School was nothing short of intense. With equal parts learning, networking, caffeine and just enough after-class drinks to keep things balanced. The Masters in Finance Part-Time (MiFPT2027) officially kicked off on 11 August 2025. We began with two days of warm welcomes and orientation, followed by […]

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A Global Experience week in Austin: How Finance Powers Breakthrough Technologies

By Eesita Poddar, MFA2025 When I first signed up for the Breakthrough Technologies Global Experience in Austin, I expected robots, self-driving cars, and maybe a dramatic Elon Musk cameo. While that didn’t happen (I wish!), what I did get was even better: a deep understanding of how finance and innovation are no longer operating separately. They’re colliding, […]

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One week in Beijing changed the way I think about innovation, sustainability, and global power dynamics

By Navid Eskandar, MBA2025 As part of London Business School’s Global Experience, I spent five intense days on the ground in China—meeting startup founders, corporate giants, and policy thinkers shaping the future. What I walked away with wasn’t just knowledge, but a shift in perspective. Here are a few moments that stood out: At Yuanchu […]

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From London to Accra: My Global Experience on Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Complex Environments

By Shristi Maurya, MBA2025 As I boarded the flight from London to Accra, I felt a rush of excitement and anticipation. The Global Experience (GE) at London Business School, an opportunity I’d been eagerly awaiting since joining LBS, was finally here. For those unfamiliar, GE is a week-long immersion in real-world business environments abroad, where […]

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From London to Peru: My Lima Global Experience Adventure

By Anushree Mathur, MBA2025 The opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world contexts and drive tangible impact was one of the key reasons I chose to pursue my MBA at London Business School. Among the most transformative experiences at LBS are the Global Experiences – intensive, faculty-led programmes that challenge students to navigate new industries, […]

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Finding Accommodation in London as an LBS Student: Guidance for Prospective Students

By Karin Petrescu, MFA2025 As an undergraduate student in London, finding suitable accommodation was one of the most significant challenges. With its vast size and high living costs, London can be overwhelming, especially for students unfamiliar with the city. This blog outlines my experiences during my time as an undergraduate student at the London School of […]

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A Global Experience week in Athens: Exploring Strategic Resilience with LBS

By Neeshtha Bholah, MBA2025 When applying to London Business School (LBS), the Global Experience (GE) stood out as a unique highlight of the MBA programme. Alumni spoke passionately about the transformative impact of the GE, and I eagerly anticipated the opportunity to immerse myself in this experiential learning journey. For me, the Athens GE marked […]

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Reflecting on the Masters in Finance Orientation Week

By Saba Jahangir, MIFFT2025 Diving into MiFFT2025 at LBS: Insights from the Orientation Week As I wrapped up the pre-program session at London Business School for the MiFFT2025, I found myself reflecting on the whirlwind of experiences already unfolding. This journey has been about embracing feedback, challenging my preconceived notions, and discovering the true power […]

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Navigating My First Week at LBS: 5 Key Reflections and Surprising Discoveries

By Ishaan Sharma, MBA2026 Week 1 was an absolute blast! You’re packing up your whole life, diving into a new city, sorting out your accommodation, meeting tons of awesome new people, and jumping headfirst into all the fun activities you can handle. It’s non-stop excitement from the moment you arrive! I’ve spent the past six […]

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