I completed my Full-time MBA with SKK GSB and graduated in 2023 with specializations in Management and Business Analytics. I applied to SK Telecom as part of their Global Junior Talent recruitment program and entered the company as an HR Manager. SKK GSB’s MBA program greatly helped me to prepare for this role, and I have been able to apply the knowledge I gained on a daily basis.  

▷ What motivated you to choose the Full-Time MBA program?

Coming from a non-business background with limited work experience and seeking a change in career path into HR, it was difficult to find opportunities. I saw undertaking an MBA program as an excellent opportunity to develop my skills in a new area and gain a higher-level qualification to give myself more of a competitive advantage. Knowing that SKK GSB has been consistently ranked as the number 1 MBA program in Korea, the choice was easy.

▷ Have the lessons from your MBA program proven beneficial in your actual work?

When working with employee data for insights and creating reports I often draw on skills I learnt in courses such as Quantitative Analysis for Business Decisions. Additionally, Strategic Management concepts have guided me in aligning HR practices with overall business objectives, such as talent development programs, that support the company’s growth strategy. Overall, the MBA program has enhanced my ability to contribute to my team through leveraging the skills I developed in my Management and Business Analytics tracks along with the various other courses I studied.

▷ Has pursuing an MBA contributed to your career development?

Pursuing an MBA has provided me with a strong foundation in business principles, strategic thinking, and leadership skills that have been instrumental in advancing my career. Through coursework, networking opportunities, and real-world projects, I gained valuable insights into various industries and developed the ability to analyze complex business challenges effectively. Additionally, the MBA experience equipped me with the confidence to change my career path and pursue new opportunities that I would not have had previously.

▷ Could you describe the assistance you received from the CDC(Career Development Center)?

The Career Development Center offered me a lot of support throughout my journey in the MBA. The opportunity to have 1:1 sessions to review job applications and practice interviews enabled me to increase my confidence in my ability to perform well.

▷ What advice would you give to individuals (prospective students) who are contemplating pursuing an MBA?

 While the study is challenging, the program is designed incredibly well and the faculty is amazing. The knowledge, experience, and network I have gained have proven invaluable throughout current professional career.