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- [Global Leading Scholar] Prof. Suil Pae
- Prof. Suil Pae of SKK GSB is gaining attention both domestically and internationally for his remarkable academic achievements and contributions to accounting research. His research focuses primarily on the role of accounting information in organizations and markets, particularly in corporate voluntary disclosure. Not only is Prof. Pae establishing new theories in the accounting field, but his empirical research also forms a significant foundation for related applied research. Over the past two decades, Prof. Pae has solidified his position as a leading accounting scholar by publishing numerous papers in internationally renowned journals. Thanks to his contributions to accounting theory, he is ranked fourth internationally for the publications in the area of analytical modeling over the past 25 years (1998–2022). These publications have been in global top-tier academic journals including Contemporary Accounting Research, Journal of Accounting and Economics, Journal of Accounting Research, Review of Accounting Studies, and The Accounting Review. An additional paper published in The Accounting Review in January this year further adds to Prof. Pae’s achievements, as does another article awaiting publication in Management Science. Prof. Pae has also served as an editorial board member for academic journals, including Review of Accounting Studies (2001–2009) and Contemporary Accounting Research (2003–2010). Furthermore, engaging with both domestic and international graduate students and professors, Prof. Pae has delivered numerous special lectures on corporate disclosure theories, thereby contributing to the education of future scholars. Because of these research accomplishments and contributions, Prof. Pae was honored with academic awards from the Korean Accounting Association and the Korean Academy of Management in 2022 and 2023. For more detailed information about Professor Suil Pae's research, please visit https://sites.google.com/view/suilpae
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- 작성일 2023-08-30
- 조회수 145931
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- [Invitation] ICIG Forum on Sep 4th - 'Climate crisis, the great shift of wealth'
- Sungkyunkwan University SKK GSB will host the third "Investing in Climate, Investing in Growth (ICIG) Forum" of this year on September 4th. In this forum, Professor Jong Ho Hong from the Graduate School of Environmental Studies at Seoul National University will deliver a lecture on the topic of "Climate Crisis, The Great Shift of Wealth." Professor Hong, who gained significant attention for his book of the same title published earlier this year, was also awarded the 2023 Jeong Jin-ki Media Culture Award. Date: September 4th, 2023 (Monday) from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Topic: "Climate Crisis, The Great Shift of Wealth" Speaker: Professor Jongho Hong, Seoul National University - Ph.D. , Professor of Economics, Graduate School of Environmental Studies Registration Lik (click) - The online participation link will be sent to you after registration. Notes: - The lecture will be conducted in Korean, but Q&A in English - Simultaneous interpretation is available for the on-site forum participants only. (English subtitles for online participants) The on-site forum is open to SKK GSB students and faculty, while online participation is also available for all. We hope for your keen interest and active participation. Best regards, SKK Graduate School of Business 감사합니다. SKK GSB
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- 작성일 2023-08-23
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- [Maeil Business News Korea] SKK GSB Prof. Youngju Nielsen "Global Trend of Bank Regulations"
- [Maeil Business News Korea] Prof. Youngju Nielsen from SKK GSB recently had a column published in Maeil Business News Korea with the title "Global Trends in Banking Regulation." Her column highlighted financial authorities' initiatives to enhance the banking sector by converting local banks into commercial banks and by promoting new bank licensing to foster competition and diversity. Fintech companies often want to be licensed as banks so they can accept deposits acceptance and provide loans, while big tech companies tend to prioritize service and technology provision over traditional banking due to regulations and social responsibilities. Prof. Nielson's article supports policy changes aligned with the evolving financial market and stresses the need for regulatory measures that demonstrate learning from past incidents, such as flawed risk management.
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- 작성일 2023-07-18
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- Full-Time MBA Alumni Younjae Lee (CEO of K Enter Holdings)
- Youngjae Lee, an alumnus of SKK GSB Full-Time MBA Class of 2015, who is the CEO of K Enter Holdings, has announced his plans to list the company on the Nasdaq market. The company, valued at 800 billion Korean won, will merge with Global Star, a U.S.-based special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), and is expected to be listed on the Nasdaq market in December. Upon completion of the merger process, the company aims to leverage its intellectual property (IP) assets by pursuing new business opportunities. Full article: (Kor) https://www.hankyung.com/finance/article/2023062023841 (Eng) https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2023/06/126_353179.html
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- 작성일 2023-06-22
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- Alumni Interview_Chanjoong Kim (Indiana Kelley-SKK GSB Executive MBA class of 2021)
- “I have gained more than dual degrees through the Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA.” I am Kim Chan-Joong, an Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA graduate from the Class of 2021. I am currently working as a manager at PwC Consulting Operations Headquarters. Before pursuing my MBA, I worked for over 11 years in various sectors of DL Group (formerly Daelim Group), including the Trading Division, Chemical Business Division, and Holding Company. At PwC Consulting, I leverage my experience in the EPC/chemical industry to work primarily on projects involving end-to-end process improvement, digital innovation, and new business development for chemical, energy, and EPC companies. (EPC: Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning) Why did you choose the Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA? There were several reasons why I chose the Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA program. The first reason is that it offers a dual degree, the 1+1 MBA program. Being able to receive MBA degrees from both Indiana University Kelley School of Business and Sungkyunkwan University SKK GSB was very appealing to me. I liked that the program was operated jointly by both business schools and conducted entirely in English. Significant attractions were the synergy created by the combined faculty from both schools, and the opportunity to be part of the alumni networks of both SKK GSB and IU Kelley. I considered it a valuable opportunity to "Buy one, get three or more" rather than "Buy one, get one" regarding the value I could gain from the program. I had a strong desire to expand my professional network through an MBA program, so I initially focused on EMBA programs among various types of MBA programs. However, most domestic EMBA programs were targeted toward executives, or required a minimum of 10–15 years of work experience, creating high entry barriers. On the other hand, the SKK GSB EMBA program allowed applicants with eight years’ work experience to apply. I therefore had no reason to hesitate since I was precisely at the eight-year mark. It seems that people typically pursue MBA programs primarily for three reasons: career transition, networking, and knowledge enrichment. Likewise, I also wanted to enhance my business knowledge and skills through an MBA program. With all the classes conducted in English, I had the opportunity to learn from passionate and experienced professionals and engage in lively discussions. It was an honor to be surrounded by highly motivated and competent classmates and to spend a year and a half in this EMBA program. What did you learn in the MBA course to help you with your work? When I transitioned from the Strategy Planning Team to the Finance/IR Department, I was tasked with competitor analysis and stock valuation for peer groups. It would have been quite daunting if I had only experienced strategic planning tasks. However, during the EMBA program, specifically in the Corporate Finance course, we had a team assignment that involved comparing and analyzing the financial soundness of target companies based on stock valuation methodologies and various economic indicators. I utilized the analysis tools I had developed during that assignment to complete my management report successfully. In the Effective Negotiation course, we conducted a simulation exercise called "Recruiter Role," which involved negotiations between job seekers and employers. This assignment proved very useful when negotiating my salary during a job transition. Although it was initially approached as a simulation exercise for learning purposes, I took the role-play sheet very seriously during my actual salary negotiation. As a result, I reached agreements in directions where the company couldn't provide certain things due to its position. In return, I negotiated for more than I initially wanted. Did the MBA course help your career? After graduating from the Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA program, I had two job transitions, and it also helped me move to my current position at PwC Consulting. It had an impact because, during job interviews for positions requiring experience, the focus is usually on work experience. However, I received questions about my MBA experience right from the start. Thanks to this, I stood out to many interviewers. I received higher evaluations for having an MBA and for demonstrating a passion for the MBA program alongside my professional experience. What was the best or most memorable thing in your MBA course? One of the most memorable experiences was creating a subject-specific mentoring system among classmates struggling with their studies. For example, for finance or accounting courses, we had classmates who held the CFA certification; for communication courses, we had classmates working in PR agencies; and for digital courses, we had classmates from Microsoft. In this way, different classmates who were knowledgeable in specific areas would explain complex concepts efficiently and take the time to answer any questions. As a result, the time required to understand and delve deep into unfamiliar subjects was significantly reduced. Our overall understanding of the subjects also improved significantly. By willingly investing their time and effort in pursuing the collective benefit rather than competing, the entire cohort was able to progress. In this period, we all experienced the ideal organizational model. What was the most challenging part of your MBA program? Finding a proper balance between family, work, and studies was challenging. As a student, I had a three-year-old child and was also on the verge of a job promotion. In addition to attending classes on Friday evenings and all day on Saturdays, there were case study reviews, various assignments, quizzes, and exam preparations to handle. Juggling work, parenting, and MBA studies felt overwhelming initially. Regarding academic challenges, there were initial difficulties in adapting, but they were quickly resolved thanks to the mentoring system among classmates, as mentioned earlier. Surprisingly, parenting issues were also resolved with the help of MBA peers. Along with five classmates with children of a similar age, we regularly took our kids to kids’ cafés, art activities, farms, and hands-on experiences on Sundays and public holidays. It was called the "Daddy, Where Are We Going?" gathering. This gave our children memorable experiences and our spouses much-needed relaxation time. It also helped change our families’ mindset to support our MBA journey actively. Of course, it was also a time to bond even more closely with peers in similar situations. At that time, I worked in the Strategic Planning Department, where many tasks involved researching unfamiliar industries or sectors based on management directives. In such cases, I benefited greatly from the diverse backgrounds and expertise of my EMBA peers, who had 10–20 or more years of experience in various industries. In addition, I listened to detailed explanations about industry trends and structures from industry experts, which helped streamline my research process and significantly reduce the time for trial and error. Please advise those considering beginning their MBA program. Your present situation results from countless choices you made in the past. Just like I did, you are grappling with numerous reasons why you should pursue an MBA program and many other reasons why you don't have to. However, compared to those who haven't even started contemplating, you have already taken significant steps. Consider whether the regrets of choosing a particular path or the lingering sense of missed opportunities and guilt for not selecting other courses weigh more heavily in your mind. Then, make wise decisions.
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- 작성일 2023-06-12
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- SKK GSB, hosted Korea Study Tour for Kelley School of Business at Indiana University students
- SKK GSB hosted Korea Study Tour for Kelley School of Business at Indiana University students SKK GSB, led by Dean Eric Chuan Fong Shih, conducted the Korea Study Tour program from May 12th (Fri) to May 20th (Sat) for 24 undergraduate students from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. SKK GSB and Indiana Kelley School have a collaborative dual-degree program and maintain a close exchange and cooperation relationship. Based on this, SKK GSB planned and organized this program. The Korea Study Tour program focused on the theme of "Business Trends and Solutions in Korea: Innovation." It provided students with the opportunity to visit various domestic institutions and companies leading innovation in their respective fields and learn in-depth about South Korea's economic development since the Miracle on the Han River. Starting with a special lecture by SKK GSB's Vice Dean Raunaq Pungaliya, titled "Miracle on Han River & Today's Korean Economy," the program included visits to major institutions such as the Korea Exchange, Seoul City Hall, and G Valley Industrial Museum. The students also visited companies including Hanwha Group, Netmarble Company, Boeing Korea, KBS, and the university's faculty startup bioventure, IMNEWRUN. They also participated in a CEO lecture by the CEO of Envisioning Partners, a well-known first-generation impact investor in Korea. Also, Indiana University President Pamela Whitten and Kelly School Vice President Pat Hopkins, who visited this school during the period, held a special President-Student meeting on our campus with students participating in the Korea Study Tour. A student who participated, Sean Liston expressed his impression of the program, saying, "Through this Korea Study Tour, I was able to clearly learn and feel the driving force behind South Korea's rapid growth in a short period of time. I came to realize that this driving force is the pride in Korea's deep roots and culture.“ Professor Alexandre Barsi-Lopes, who accompanied the students, expressed gratitude to SKK GSB for organizing and providing this meaningful learning opportunity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a strong exchange and cooperation relationship in the future.
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- 작성일 2023-05-25
- 조회수 94887
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- [Maeil Business News] ESG Marketing
- Professor Minjung Koo has written a column about ESG Marketing on MK News (Maeil Business Newspaper Korea). "Don't buy this jacket!" This advertising phrase made the outdoor clothing brand Patagonia famous. The company, which emphasized the importance of environmental protection and sustainability by advertising with messages not to buy jackets, is considered one of the most successful cases of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). But can all companies become Patagonia? ESG has been a key topic in business and investment over the past decade. Although uptake is slower in Korea than in other countries, there are also significant domestic changes. According to Google Korea (2022), the year's No. 1 search term in Korea was 'climate change.' The global agreement , which promised ESG, took effect in earnest in 2020, and pushed domestic and foreign investment institutions to follow the trend. Pace accelerated with the growing influence of Millenials and Gen Z consumers, who tend to prefer consumption with social values or particular messages. Accordingly, SKK GSB provides various ESG classes to ensure that MBA students have sufficient knowledge and insight. Prof. Koo Min-jung's ESG marketing course is such a class. Prof. Koo has researched various marketing fields with social influence, e.g., CSR, CSV, and social marketing, for more than 15 years, she has served as an ESG management advisor for multiple organizations and companies, and she has lectured on ESG strategy to many large companies. ESG marketing classes deal with differentiation strategies that can increase practitioners' efficacy through global examples. This is because indiscriminate copying and imitation are likely to be a waste of resources, and may be criticized by consumers. Prof. Koo argues that not all companies can become Patagonia: the core of ESG is selecting a realistic strategy that fits each company's nature and situation, and designing an ecosystem where various stakeholders can participate in the company's ESG efforts. The mineral water industry, for example, has recently adopted a 'defensive ESG strategy' by releasing lightweight products and non-labeled bottled water to reduce plastic usage and minimize ESG-related risks. For this strategy, quiet and sporadic informative publicity is likely more effective. Since bottled water inherently causes environmental pollution, Patagonia-style active promotion of ESG efforts or branding products as green may cause unintended consequences. If ESG is given top priority without appropriate ESG capabilities, then this may not only waste resources but also increase expectations for the company's ESG performance, leading to adverse effects. Ryu In-sul, who has been working at POSCO since graduating from a full-time MBA course, recalls the case of Fiji Water, which he learned in this class. Fiji Water, famous for its premium bottled water, experienced a fall in the image and a plunge in sales due to the direct impact of the anti-bottleneck movement in Europe. In response, it runs an aggressive campaign called Carbon Negative, aiming to reduce the amount of carbon. Although the attempt to protect the environment was commendable, consumers criticized the campaign, labeling it greenwashing. Since bottled water remains poor for the environment, Fiji Water's active ESG strategy worsened the situation, and they suffered severe damage to their reputation and brand value. This is why not all companies can, and not all companies should, be Patagonia, at least immediately. According to Mr. Ryu, "This lesson taught us strategies to help companies cope with social problems and improve brand value. The class has given us an important insight to use in various business decision-making processes." Original article in Korean https://www.mk.co.kr/news/special-edition/10721107
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- 작성일 2023-04-28
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- SKK GSB Forum: 'Investing in Climate, Investing in Growth' Second Quarter Special Lecture
- Investing in Climate, Investing in Growth The Second Quarter Special Lecture "Batteries: A key enabler of a low-carbon economy" (SKK GSB "Investing in Climate, Investing in Growth", Mujeeb Ijaz CEO, Our Next Energy) The second quarter of the "Investing in Climate, Investing in Growth" organized by SKK GSB at Sungkyunkwan University, took place at the university’s International Hall on April 25th. Mujeeb Ijaz, CEO of Our Next Energy (ONE), a U.S. LFP battery company known for its outstanding performance, announced the theme of the forum as "Batteries: A key enabler of a low-carbon economy." Mujeeb Ijaz, who led Apple’s EV project, founded ONE in 2020. ONE's electric vehicle batteries gained worldwide attention in 2022 after the company succeeded in driving 1,210 km on a single charge. ONE is currently building a battery production plant worth 2 trillion won in Michigan with the support of the U.S. government. The company has invested in BMW and Bill Gates' innovation funds and has expressed a great deal of interest in Korea, where it established a branch at the Hwaseong Knowledge Industry Center this year. The “Investing in Climate, Investing in Growth” forum, organized by Prof. Youngju Nielsen of SKK GSB and Dr. Ben Meng, Sustainability Executive Director and CEO of Asia Pacific at Franklin Templeton, will take place throughout the year. The forum will feature global experts from various fields and will address a range of business topics related to climate change and growth opportunities. It will focus on exploring how the climate change crisis can be turned into growth opportunities. [Related Article] Maeil Business Newspaper Korea https://www.mk.co.kr/news/economy/10721437 Aju Business Daily https://www.ajunews.com/view/20230507103944733
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- 작성일 2023-04-26
- 조회수 58602
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- Student Interview_Junho Kyung (Business Analytics MBA class of 2024)
- [Student Interview] "Enhance Analytics Skills and Business Insights with a Business Analytics MBA." Junho Kyung, Business Analytics MBA class of 2024 I'm Junho Kyung, working in the finance team of a major logistics company in Korea. I oversee fund management, fund system management, and company performance management. In August 2022, I began a Business Analytics MBA at SKK GSB, and I completed the course about ten months ago. Why did you choose our Business Analytics MBA? First of all, I wanted to learn the latest trends in management technologies, such as AI and big data, and to be able to create new business values. As I studied the cases of various innovative companies, I thought that future businesses would accelerate in discovering new values through big data and AI, and I wanted to learn more about this field. When I decided on my focus and looked for courses from various schools, I found that SKK GSB's Business Analytics MBA curriculum applies recent industrial trends such as AI and big data well to practical work. If I had the ability to analyze data and insight into the overall business, then I could become an extraordinarily competitive and necessary person in this era. I was impressed that the entire curriculum was designed in detail from beginning to end. While listening to the detailed guidance of the professor at the admission briefing, I felt that I would experience active discussions and "living learning" centered on hands-on excellence, not theory-based learning. Top class professors recognized at home and abroad are also one of the reasons for my choice. Furthermore, as SKK GSB’s MBA has been selected as the No. 1 MBA course in Korea every year in the Financial Times MBA evaluation, I expected the faculty and learning resources to be the best. Lastly, this course was taught only on Saturdays, so it was easy to manage time working in my office during the week. What did you learn in the MBA Business Analytics course that was helpful for your work? I often applied what I learned to my work so I could work more efficiently. For example, after learning about Data Management and its advantages, I worked with an in-house developer to generate an automated report to update corporate card user data (which used to be in the form of Excel files) in real-time on the cloud system. Thanks to this report, our corporate card management time has been dramatically reduced, and the number of problems due to missing data has also decreased. I used to be an "데알못(someone who doesn’t know data)," but I lost my fear of dealing with data by learning about business analytics in my MBA. We now entirely use systems and data to contribute to our business efficiency. Thanks to my MBA classes, my decision-making skills are also improving. For example, I worked on a business forecasting project calculating optimal prices by applying supply–demand graphs and economic concepts. This entailed accurately understanding the problem, modeling, interpreting the results, and making decisions. This taught me how to make scientific and reliable decisions based on clear evidence and appropriate predictive models. Did the MBA course help you develop your career? Of course. First, it is rare for a company to have an understanding of both data and domain knowledge. But on the other hand, data-related departments continue to emerge in the company, and there’s increasing demand for people who can handle data. Throughout the industry, AI and big data industries are growing. However, it's still early, so there will be more opportunities. Furthermore, being an administrator with analytic and modeling capabilities will be a significant advantage for my career growth. More than half of my MBA colleagues are at the manager level. They are currently learning about big data and AI models even though they don’t manage data analysis departments or relevant work. Yet in the future, companies will want managers to be skilled in this field. When employees work on projects using AI models, there will naturally be a big difference between managers who understand the model and suggest directions and improvements, and those who don’t. Opportunities don't come to us: we make them. We must therefore be one step ahead. What did you like about SKK GSB's Business Analytics MBA course? SKK GSB actively provides ways for students to get help. Business analytics is an unfamiliar field for typical office workers, so it is often difficult to solve problems alone. Furthermore, I was busy at work, so it was essential to solve problems quickly. SKK GSB helps with these difficulties by assigning assistants for each subject. The school’s global culture is also an advantage, so we could freely communicate with professors directly with messengers and e-mails to solve problems. Of course, I am always grateful for the environment and atmosphere where I could solve problems while cooperating with my friends. What was the biggest challenge you faced while studying? I had to work and study simultaneously, and there were subjects in unfamiliar fields, so at some points, I felt like it was too difficult. However, the Business Analytics MBA course is for more than just learning I had a healing time with my joyful colleagues, and I enjoyed various social events organized by the school, interacting with students from other courses at SKK GSB, so I regained my positive outlook. In addition, the school’s Career Development Center (CDC) helped us develop our careers, and the CEO Lecture Series hosted by famous domestic and foreign CEOs helped us grow. While actively taking these opportunities, I listened to the motivations and advice of leaders who had gone through the same process and overcome various problems. I could therefore focus my efforts on overcoming my current crises while recognizing that these problems were not only mine. Please advise those who are worried about taking an MBA. Don't be afraid to challenge yourself. Through the MBA process, I tried many things, and thanks to that, I could clearly understand what I am good at and what I need to enhance in the future. SKK GSB provides an optimal learning environment and gives students the best feedback while they’re working on various projects that are difficult to implement in their company. These were priceless experiences. When you enter the school, don't just focus on your studies, but participate in various programs and opportunities the school provides. If you broaden your horizons and build up your human network, you will not only stimulate your growth but also develop your infinite potential.
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- 작성일 2023-04-21
- 조회수 53637
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- Alumni Interview_Chanjoong Kim ( Professional MBA class of 2019)
- [The Korea Economic Daily - Alumni Interview] "My MBA is a key point in my resume." Chanjoong Kim, Professional MBA class of 2019 I'm Kim Chan-joong. I work for Nespresso Korea in the Finance & Control Team. My job is financial planning, so I analyze the company's recent performance and predict future results. More specifically, my team is responsible for a variety of tasks to improve B2B sales and revenue, and we have a review and guidance role to analyze promotion performance and to achieve maximum performance within our budget. What MBA course did you take? I graduated from SKK GSB’s Professional MBA course. SKK GSB offers students on this course an evening program and dual MBA opportunities at Indiana University, USA. As a result, I completed a full-time MBA program at Kelley School of Business in one year, and when I graduated, I obtained an MBA from both Sungkyunkwan University and Indiana University. What prompted you to choose this MBA course? I had completed my bachelor’s degree abroad, so I decided to enter an MBA to expand my network in Korea. There are many good MBA programs in Korea, but there were many reasons why I chose SKK GSB’s Professional MBA. First of all, it was recognized as the best MBA course in the country by the Financial Times from the UK. Another great advantage was that all courses and classes were conducted in English, and finally, I could obtain a dual degree in the MBA program at the prestigious Indiana University Kelley School in the United States. Did what you learned on your MBA course actually help you at work? I went through SKK GSB’s Professional MBA course, then concentrated on business analytics in the Kelley School MBA course. As a result, before entering the IU Kelley MBA, because I had focused on predicting the future based on analysis of corporate performance, I could grasp Predictive Analytics and Prescriptive Analytics after graduating from the MBA. Predictive Analytics helps us understand overall sales, marketing, and strategy trends behind performance figures, and helps us predict the future; and Prescriptive Analytics gives a more sophisticated analysis of what departments need to do to prepare for this predicted future and how they may prepare to benefit the company. Through my varied MBA courses, I gained a broad understanding of business areas beyond my financial field, and learned to use data analytics tools to find meaningful results, enabling more accurate analysis and facilitating critical business decisions. For example, sales of Nespresso's home café products rose significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, from the perspective of financial planners, prescription analysis should be used to predict and prepare for a drop in sales in the post-pandemic era. It was necessary to predict when the pandemic would ease, and how the economy would be at that time; then we could consider what our company should do around that time. There are many business areas to consider, but the results derived from analysis technologies are shared with other departments at business operations meetings, where they collaborate on how to respond. The MBA experience has helped us understand this more broadly, deeply, and accurately from the perspective of the company's business as a whole. What other knowledge or experience did you gain from SKK GSB’s Professional MBA program that was helpful or valuable? I was in charge of B2B sales before starting my MBA. Among the subjects I studied, Prof. Rockney Walters' marketing class helped me learn more about sales and marketing departments’ work. This made it easier to understand the overall B2B business, and it helped me understand various trends in management. I also received a lot of help in terms of network expansion, which was one of my original intentions on entering the school. I still keep in touch with MBA colleagues, and we can still interact with other students and alumni at events such as golf competitions. In particular, a group chat room with all professional MBA students is very helpful. There are industry-specific gatherings in fields such as IT, healthcare, travel, and startups; since our network includes experienced workers, we actively share recruitment information, and through this, many of us have also changed jobs. Did the MBA course help you develop your career? The term ‘MBA’ in my résumé is itself a keyword that represents me. It's a title that can only be obtained by investing time and effort to grow even though you're busy with your job. Perhaps that's why when I changed jobs, I passed the document screening process more easily than before, and I was treated well in the salary negotiation. I think when you reach a higher-ranking position, the true value of the MBA experience is expressed more. What was the best part of your MBA program? The SKK GSB Professional MBA is an evening MBA course, and it is a big advantage to provide a dual degree program with Indiana University Kelley School. Students on this course can get the most for the least amount of time and money. I think I got two prestigious MBAs—one in Korea, and one in the United States—at the same time with minimal financial investment, and this advantage clearly sets me apart from graduates of MBA programs at other universities. It was also very beneficial to be able to enjoy both domestic and overseas networks as an alumnus of two prestigious universities. What was the most difficult thing while you are studying? It was hard to digest a large amount of reading material while working during the day and raising children at night. In particular, many subjects focused on business cases from the Harvard Business Review, so I had to read and digest these materials in advance to keep up with the class smoothly. I shared the contents of the case with team members in advance to broaden my understanding, then put my child to bed, and finished the day by reading materials late in the evening. Please advise prospective students The biggest problem is delaying enrolling in a course. I hope you decide to invest in your own future. Starting at a young age, making great relationships earlier, and applying your studies to your work quickly will be a shortcut to creating a better career. Even though I graduated only recently, I believe the MBA experience is more valuable than any other investment. Related article: https://www.hankyung.com/society/article/2023041189381
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- 작성일 2023-04-14
- 조회수 42670