August 3, 2026
SKK GSB Alumni Newsletter: July 2026
SKK GSB Alumni Newsletter
Newsletter No. 14
As July comes to a close, we’re pleased to share highlights from across the SKK GSB community, along with new opportunities to connect and engage.
Community Highlight
Women in Leadership (WIL) Gathering
Empowering women through leadership and networking.
The Executive MBA program's women’s community, Women in Leadership (WIL), officially launched a new chapter with a networking gathering on June 26. The event brought together alumnae and current students to share experiences and insights on leadership and professional growth.
During the gathering, WIL President Na-ok Hwang introduced the community's future plans, including events focused on finance, art, sports, and other topics. WIL also aims to expand participation by welcoming women from across the entire SKK GSB community beyond the Executive MBA program.
IIAC AI MBA Marks Its First Anniversary
Celebrating one year of AI-driven executive education.
The Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC) AI MBA, a corporate-sponsored program offered by SKK GSB exclusively for IIAC employees, has celebrated its first anniversary.
Over the past year, the program has provided participants with an integrated learning experience that combines core business education with practical knowledge in artificial intelligence and data analytics, including machine learning and deep learning.
PMBA Community Events
Bringing together students and alumni through networking and community.
2026 Summer Green Gala
The Professional MBA Summer Green Gala, held on June 13, brought together alumni and current students from all 21 PMBA cohorts. Participants enjoyed a day of golf, networking, and exchanging professional insights, strengthening connections across the PMBA community.
2026 Mid-Year Party
The PMBA Mid-Year Party was held at JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul, providing students with an opportunity to connect beyond the classroom. Through a variety of programs and a networking banquet, the event encouraged interaction across cohorts while fostering a stronger sense of community within the PMBA program.
Connecting Alumni
CDC Coffee Chat Speaker Recruitment
Industry / Job Function(Global Sales & Marketing)
Share your industry insights and professional experience with FMBA students.
The SKK GSB Career Development Center (CDC) is recruiting speakers for its Industry Coffee Chat and Job Function Coffee Chat programs. These small-group sessions provide FMBA students with practical insights into industries, career paths, and job functions through conversations with alumni and experienced professionals.
The Industry Coffee Chat focuses on industry trends and professional experiences across a wide range of sectors, while the Job Function Coffee Chat explores careers in Global Sales & Marketing, covering day-to-day responsibilities, key competencies, and career development, particularly within Korean companies.
Alumni and current students with relevant professional experience are warmly invited to participate as speakers. For program details, eligibility, and application information, please visit the SKK GSB Alumni website.
SKK GSB Wine12
Discover the world of wine through learning and networking.
* Sample invitation from a previous Wine12 gathering.
SKK GSB Wine12 is a monthly community for alumni, current students, and faculty members who share an interest in wine. Each gathering features an invited wine expert who introduces participants to the characteristics, history, and culture of a featured wine region, followed by a guided tasting of carefully selected wines paired with a meal.
More than a wine tasting, Wine12 offers an opportunity to expand knowledge, appreciate wine from a broader cultural perspective, and build meaningful connections within the SKK GSB community.
Stay tuned for the next Wine12 gathering. Upcoming event announcements and registration details will be shared via email and posted on the SKK GSB Alumni website.
Alumni Continuing Education(ACE) Program
Continue Learning with SKK GSB
The SKK GSB Alumni Continuing Education (ACE) Program will reopen for the Fall semester beginning in August, offering alumni the opportunity to return to the classroom and take MBA courses alongside current students.
Designed to support lifelong learning and professional development, the ACE Program allows alumni to refresh their knowledge, explore new business topics, and stay connected with the SKK GSB community. Most courses are offered as PMBA evening electives, making it easier to participate while balancing a full-time career.
Interested alumni are encouraged to watch for upcoming application announcements via email and the SKK GSB Alumni website.
Faculty Insights
Aid Fragmentation and Corruption
Study Highlights Aid Coordination
The research finds that effective coordination among aid organizations plays a critical role in improving governance and reducing corruption in fragile and conflict-affected settings, offering important insights for international development policy.
Professor Youngju Nielsen's
Practical guidance for building long-term financial security.
Prof. Youngju Nielsen of SKK GSB has published a new book, The Unbeatable Rules of Pension Investing, offering practical guidance on building long-term financial security through a well-structured investment approach.
The book encourages readers at every stage of life to focus on creating a sustainable investment framework for retirement rather than relying on short-term returns or uncertain savings strategies.
Stories from Our Alumni
We’ve gathered interviews with four alumni and four current students.
Discover their stories on our website.
Jeehong Seo (BAMBA, 2027),
A Senior Product Manager at Kobre & Kim, shared how the Business Analytics MBA program enhanced her data-driven decision-making skills
and taught her the importance of asking the right questions and critically evaluating AI-generated insights.
Sumin Jo (BAMBA, 2027),
An Account Manager at toss, shared how the Business Analytics MBA program has helped her leverage AI
to better analyze client needs and develop customized business solutions.
Pallavi Dobhal (FMBA, 2025),
A Global Marketing Assistant Manager at Nongshim, shared how SKK GSB's Full-Time MBA program equipped her with global business knowledge,
insights into Korean business practices, and career support that helped launch her career in Korea.
Hwiseok Ra (AIMBA, 2027),
An Associate Manager in the Transport Service Group at Incheon International Airport Corporation,
shared how the AI MBA program transformed his understanding of AI and equipped him with practical knowledge to apply AI in his work.
Sunyoung Yun (PMBA, 2026),
An HR Business Partner at Coach Korea, shared how the Professional MBA program strengthened her business perspective, leadership capabilities,
and global mindset to support her growth as a strategic business partner.
Sangjoon An (PMBA, 2026),
A Project Manager on the Asia Sales Team at HS Hyosung Advanced Materials,
shared how the Professional MBA program broadened his perspective through diverse peer learning and marked a turning point in his professional growth.
Taehoon Kim (PMBA, 2021),
A Professional MBA student, shared how the PMBA program deepened his understanding of business and leadership,
equipping him with valuable perspectives for long-term career growth.
Daeyun Woo (PMBA, 2025),
A Pork Merchandiser at E-Mart and PMBA graduate, shared how the Professional MBA program helped him develop a broader business perspective,
enabling him to think more strategically about customers, competitive advantage, and business profitability.
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