"What is SAP?" - Nitesh, FMBA'21
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- 2020-05-25
What is SAP?
SAP Plan Interview with Nitesh, FMBA'21
The SKK GSB Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) program lasts for 18 months and it is taught all in English. The professors have PhD’s from MIT, University of Chicago, Columbia University, Indiana University, University of California, and other world-renowned schools. At the same time, students can apply for a dual degree program. The current dual degree programs are Indiana Kelley - SKK GSB MBA, SKK GSB MBA + IU MS, SKK GSB MBA + EDHEC Business School MS.
More than anything, students can participate in study aboard and exchange programs at other prestigious schools, such as MIT, Indiana University, University of California, CEIBS, HKUST, SMU, Dartmouth University, IE Business School, WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management etc.
Now let’s welcome Nitesh from the FMBA class of 2021 to share with us his MBA journey and SAP plan.
Q. Hi Nitesh, we know that you have years of work experience, would you mind introducing yourself to us? Please explain how the MBA program will benefit your career?
Nitesh: My name is Nitesh Kotangle and I am from India. I started my career in the IT services industry, after completing my Engineering degree in Electronics and Communication. I have a total of 5.5 years of experience working with a large MNC as a Technical Consultant. With more than five years of experience as a Consultant, I have acquired strong technical capabilities and an understanding of this domain. However, I have often wondered about the rationale behind some major business decisions and their impact on business. I want to get into the business side of the industry where in the future I could also possibly have an influence to make major decisions. However, without a strong business understanding, driving effective business decisions will be impossible. Our structured global business program has helped me to improve my understanding of business concepts and helped me to comprehend the impact of any decision on overall business. Learning from some of our renowned faculty members and diverse peer group has shown me new perspectives, develop techniques, and skills, understand global business trends and this enables me to experience a new culture. I hope I will be able to utilize these skills and knowledge effectively soon.
Q. We have heard that you had picked a study abroad program. Which school is your first choice?
Nitesh: Yes, I only applied to WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management, Germany.
Q. Why did you choose the study abroad program and why do you want to study abroad in WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management, Germany?
Nitesh: I like being here in Korea as I am well acquainted with the city now and have good friends in Korea. As I mentioned, I had previous work experience as a Technical consultant and I spent the last 3 years working for a big German company so I thought it might help me to start my career there soon in domains I am interested in. The decision was more from a job perspective. I also looked into the details of the school –it’s the top-ranked school in Germany and Europe. Learning under such a competitive environment always boosts your morale and motivates you to perform your best. The SKK GSB SAP program has given me an opportunity to study abroad so I thought I should make better use of this opportunity and continue my learning path.
Q. What are you willing to do after you graduate from SKK GSB?
Nitesh: I intend to build my career in Consulting, Strategy, or in the Product Management domain. These are some fields which interest me, and I think I will be able to do much better in these business areas. I would love to work in a competitive industry where I can learn this detail from scratch, and which will help me tailor my career path to new heights.
Written by Yin Lin, SKK GSB PR Committee, Class of 2021