Careers

February 13, 2025
Yulius Setiadi Fariadi on Career Growth, Leadership, and Lifelong Learning

Dive into Yulius's transformative journey as he balances a part-time MBA at NUS with his role as Branch Manager at SMRT. Seeking to bridge the gap between technical expertise and management, Yulius chose NUS for its robust curriculum, blending strategy and leadership skills with practical applications. His experience, enriched by an exchange program in Germany, highlights the power of global perspectives and lifelong learning. Discover how Yulius harnessed the MBA's flexibility to manage career, studies, and family, and gain insights into his advice for professionals transitioning into new roles.

February 12, 2025
Navigating New Horizons: Frederica Lam’s Journey Through The NUS Part-Time MBA

Delve into Frederica Lam's transformative journey as she pursues a part-time MBA at NUS while excelling as a Regional Marketing Manager. With nearly a decade in the marketing field, Frederica selected NUS for its academic depth, flexibility, and global perspective, enabling her to sharpen her strategic skills amid major career transitions. Her experience underscores the value of adaptability, leadership, and continuous learning. Gain insights into how Frederica balances her professional, academic, and personal commitments, and the valuable lessons she's gathered throughout her MBA journey.

February 12, 2025
Tibor Pados on Balancing Career, Family, and Lifelong Learning

Explore Tibor Pados's inspiring journey as he balances a part-time MBA at NUS with his career in hospitality and family life. With over a decade of experience, Tibor chose NUS for its reputation, flexibility, and Asian perspective, enhancing his strategic skills while navigating new challenges. His story highlights the importance of timing, support, and perseverance, offering valuable insights for working professionals considering an MBA. Discover how Tibor manages this marathon of commitments and the lessons he's learned along the way.

February 10, 2025
Masahiro and Maki Okuda: Thriving as Professionals, Parents, and NUS MBA Students

Discover the inspiring journey of Masahiro and Maki Okuda, a dynamic couple pursuing part-time MBAs at NUS while balancing careers in energy and financial services and raising a family. United by a shared vision for growth, they leverage the program’s flexibility and networking opportunities to advance professionally and personally. Their story showcases the power of teamwork and determination in achieving ambitious goals, offering valuable insights for aspiring MBA candidates. Read more to learn how the Okudas manage this unique balancing act and their advice for fellow working parents.

January 17, 2025
Pongdao Premrote: Transforming Actuarial Expertise into Sustainability and Innovation with The NUS MBA

Explore the transformative journey of Pongdao (Prae) Premrote, an NUS MBA alum who shifted from financial consulting to the dynamic Food and Beverage industry, driven by a passion for sustainability. With the program's expansive global insights and robust networking opportunities, Prae carved a niche in a new field. Her story illustrates how the NUS MBA empowers individuals to embrace new industries and challenges, highlighting the strength of innovation and determination in carving a successful career path. Read more to discover Prae's inspiring transition and her advice for future MBA candidates.

January 2, 2025
Lina Ichiki: Thriving in Entrepreneurship, Family Life, and Professional Growth Through the NUS MBA

Dive into the inspiring journey of Lina Ichiki, a 2023 NUS MBA graduate from Japan, who transformed her career with resilience and the program's robust support. Balancing motherhood, studies, and entrepreneurship, Lina led the Entrepreneurship Club and launched her startup. Her story highlights how the NUS MBA expanded her global network and equipped her to tackle challenges, demonstrating the power of community and determination in achieving success.

January 2, 2025
Lan Anh Dang: From Local Markets to Global Leadership with the NUS MBA

Explore the remarkable journey of an NUS MBA alumnus whose marketing career soared from local beginnings to the global stage in the UK. Witness how the program played a crucial role in elevating Lan's career, opening doors to leadership opportunities in the international market.

January 2, 2025
Mickey Nayada Ting: From Finance to Tech with the NUS MBA

Uncover the transformative journey of an NUS MBA alumna who deftly leveraged the program's flexibility to juggle work and study, ultimately taking her career to new heights. Dive into Mickey's inspiring story of how the NUS MBA opened doors to one of the most sought-after positions—a Strategic Partner Manager at YouTube (Google).

January 2, 2025
Jae Won Lee: How the NUS MBA Fostered Personal Growth and Leadership

See how our NUS MBA alumna from the Class of 2024 (Full-Time) was able to broaden her perspectives and gain new, valuable insights to achieve a competitive advantage in the finance industry. Now a portfolio manager, the NUS MBA has allowed Jaewon to apply her learnings to her new role. Read more to find out how she is continuing to make waves in the corporate world.

December 18, 2024
Park So Hyun: From beauty branding to global hospitality—how the NUS MBA paved the way

Discover how Park So Hyun, a Class of 2024 NUS MBA alumna, transitioned from beauty branding to Co-Brand Manager at Hilton’s APAC office. The NUS MBA facilitated this through strategic internships, global exposure, and active participation in marketing initiatives, showcasing the program's role in skill enhancement and career growth.

December 18, 2024
Ruby Nguyen: From Healthcare to Project Management with the NUS MBA

Ruby Nguyen, a 2023 NUS MBA graduate, transitioned from healthcare to a project management role focusing on technology integration. Her journey was enriched by diverse coursework, leadership roles, and the global alumni network, which expanded her career possibilities beyond healthcare marketing. Read more about her transformative journey now.

December 16, 2024
How the NUS MBA Empowers Entrepreneurs: Kim Sunghan’s Story

Learn how the NUS MBA has empowered Kim Sunghan, a 2023 NUS MBA graduate with nearly a decade of experience working with global fashion brands, to transform his entrepreneurial dreams of launching a sustainable fashion brand into reality.