Business School
Maria Boukouraki,
Greece
Maria Boukouraki is a Greek-American student who graduated from LSBF in 2010 with a Masters in Business (MIB). Studying at LSBF gave her the flexibility to gain a degree through GGSB without having to leave her job in London. Maria graduated from LSBF and is now working as a part-time Real Estate Consultant in Virginia. She is enjoying the flexibility of her new role and is using her experience of working in such a multicultural environment as LSBF to take the initiative and use the numerous contacts that she made around the world during her studies. “I chose LSBF because it was the official campus of GGSB in the UK. Since I was working in London I didn’t want to move to France. During my studies, I made friendships and business connections all over the world, from Thailand to Russia, Brazil to Turkey. “The team projects and overall experience of being part of a multicultural atmosphere, has made the transition to the working world - liaising with international people and maintaining contacts around the world – extremely easy.” What's your advice for new students? Apply for jobs before you graduate – be organised and apply as early as possible.
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Michael Vos, Netherlands
I looked up very big schools with a good image and reputation and I found out that the LSBF programme would fit for me. I find the study material to be very professional and new.
Youssef El Shaikh, Egypt
Although Youssef is only expected to graduate in 2014, he’s already a great example of a successful and hardworking student. Alongside his undergraduate course, he’s also one of the vice-presidents at the LSBF Student Association, where he leads several projects, events and campaigns.
Iñigo Martinez Gil, Mexico
Iñigo completed for the four month Postgraduate Certificate in Finance and Management and secured an internship at global private equity firm. As soon as he returned to Mexico, he was offered a permanent position at the firm as an analyst, proving the course’s value.
Baybars Inanc, United Kingdom
While at LSBF, Baybars was given work experience on campus. The professional skills he learnt during his work experience helped him secure another internship at a financial advising firm, before securing his current role as a trainee accountant at EDA Foods shortly after graduation.