Hyo Bong Kim, a lawyer who previously worked at Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service and now works at Bae, Kim & Lee (bkl), is an alumna of SKK GSB’s Professional MBA (PMBA) program.

During her 11 years at the Financial Supervisory Service, she contributed to the enactment of the Act on the Protection of Virtual Asset Users.

She explains that her decision to study business at SKK GSB stemmed from a clear need: “I needed a strong understanding of finance to interpret and enforce financial regulations. Not having studied finance in a structured way, I felt a strong desire to study finance in depth.”

The program’s 100% English‑taught curriculum and the opportunity to engage with professionals from diverse industries were key factors in her decision.

She explains: “When I was at SKK GSB, every weekend I worked on team projects with my peers. Working with outstanding peers was highly motivating. Through mingling with them in various industries, I was able to broaden my perspective.”

She has benefitted from a variety of classes in her PMBA: “I especially focused on finance and marketing classes at SKK GSB.

When I was working at the Financial Supervisory Service, finance classes helped strengthen my professional skills.

Now, at bkl, the strategies and consumer psychology I learned in the marketing classes have equipped me to become a leading lawyer,” she emphasizes.

Concluding, she advises potential applicants: “I recommend the SKK GSB Professional MBA program to those who have hands‑on experience and feel the need for rigorous learning. Of course, studying at business school while working is quite demanding. After graduation, you will definitely be able to see your growth and accomplishments.”