Student Stories - DBA
I consider myself very lucky to have had the opportunity to study at ISM and continue my postgraduate studies. My DBA program gave me the chance to be one of those successful candidates and establish a good friendship with many students.
ISM is the best school to offer an intensive international program that helped me gained valuable field experience...
I am an entrepreneur, executive coach, and trainer, and a seasoned professional with over two decades of international experience in the fields of marketing, communications, and corporate leadership. I have served in senior leadership roles across various organizations, including as Head of Marketing & Communications at State Bank of Mauritius and...
With a vibrant career in banking and international capital markets that spanned nearly three decades, Dr. Ben Nwoji has always harbored a deep passion for international business. Starting with a BSc in Management from the University of Nigeria, he went on to earn an MBA in Finance from the University of Stirling, Scotland. His 28 years dedicated...
ISM has a unique position as a practitioner oriented doctoral program that is international in scope, in its faculty and in its student body, with flexibility in courses at different times in different cities that make the learning stimulating and doable for a busy executive. I enjoyed immensely the Shanghai courses and professors and left thinking I...
Imagine dreaming of joining the world of current and future leaders, taking part in groundbreaking conversations and research, and pushing boundaries… Now imagine living it. That’s an experience that ISM made my reality. With the desire to contribute to something unique, benefit from a diverse environment, and open up opportunities for people and...
As a full-time nonprofit healthcare executive, wife, and mother of three, being a DBA student and member of the ISM community is something that I take pride in. My journey as a student at ISM began in 2017 and has been one of the most impactful and important experiences of my personal and professional life. The personal growth and career trajectory...
I have been a student of the International School of Management for approximately 5 years and have recently graduated from the DBA program. The school’s teaching methods are excellent and my instructors were knowledgeable, encouraging and patient. The unique program philosophy has allowed me to learn and make progress towards my personal and...
One of the best decisions I made in 2015 was to enroll in the DBA program at ISM. I realized this after attending four courses in Paris. Some of the courses I have taken have changed my thinking and added so much value to both my professional and personal life. ISM is a life-changing institution, and the support provided by the staff is...
In 2015, I decided to advance my academic career and began my search for a school that fit my needs. I was interested in studying at ISM and chose to enroll because of the school’s global perspective and cultural diversity. The opportunity to interact and learn from people from different parts of the world was something I did not want to miss. My work...
ISM was my first and best business school selection to pursue my DBA degree. The knowledge, study materials, and academic supervision all were above the academic standards. Relating what I learned to my work enhanced the work performance and I experienced more management techniques to implement. ISM environment is like my family. Thanks to ISM.
The thing that inspired me to apply to ISM’s DBA program was its flexibility, which allowed me to work and study at the same time. Prior to my time at ISM, I was working as an industrial engineer/product manager in the field of soft drinks manufacturing. When I applied, I knew the DBA program would expand my scope and the focus of my professional...
My name is Hema (pronounced Hey-ma). Hema means gold in Sanskrit, so I like to refer to myself as ‘the golden girl’! Born and raised in India, I moved halfway across the world to the UK for work 20 years ago and have stayed since.
I am a strategy leader, and my core experience is in strategy and development primarily in consumer-facing...
I found the Change Management seminar with Prof. Smits excellent. I recently attended a change management program at Erasmus University and was therefore able to compare the two programs. The Erasmus program was very focused on a specific change methodology, where I felt the ISM program focused on the broader dynamic of change. I found some of the...
I am currently the CEO of Spyder Works, a leading business consultancy for mid-market organizations and intrapreneurs. I am also the Chair of the Mississauga Board of Trade in Ontario, Canada. I have been recognized internationally as a business and innovation thought leader who helps organizations, investors and business families bring their ideas to...
I had a great experience at ISM and enjoyed networking at each of the courses in different world-class settings. The opportunity to connect with other professionals during courses and build a network is great and opens so many doors.
I had just given birth to my second child and was preparing to take over a class while my friend was on sabbatical. Switching from the industry I had worked in for almost 10 years to working at a university was unexpected, as many things in my life have been. As I began to enjoy lecturing and working with students from various parts of Europe, I...
I enrolled in ISM's DBA program with the explicit intention of teaching full-time at the university level. I was both pleased and impressed with the academic rigor of the program. This experience included work with both New York and Paris based faculty.
Importantly, I found the faculty and staff universally supportive of my goal to join the academic...
I chose the ISM DBA program because of its enrollment standards, flexible program, and the intense focus on international business. Not only could the curriculum fit my schedule, but attending class with other classmates from around the world helped form relationships that will last long after the program.
The international and...
My journey since graduating from ISM has been one of continuous growth and achievement. The solid academic foundation, strategic insights, and practical skills gained during my DBA program have been invaluable assets, propelling my career forward and enabling me to make meaningful contributions to the field of business and data science. This was...
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My background is in finance with a focus on international development and foreign affairs. A few years ago, I did a career pivot to learn corporate finance practices strategically to explore an opportunity as a CFO in the future. During this process, I realized I wanted to stay active in learning international...
My experience at ISM has been truly wonderful. Three features of the school have been major highlights for me: the diversity of the student body, the flexibility of the program and the cutting edge faculty.
Since enrolling in the DBA program, I have met so many people and made new friends with different backgrounds from all over the world who work...
I have worked in global companies like Unilever, Globo, and Vale, and my current role is a Manager of Mergers & Acquisitions at Vale S/A, a Brazilian mining company. My responsibilities involve the execution of acquisitions, divestments, and partnerships not only in Brazil but also abroad. During my career, in different roles in strategy, business...
I chose ISM's DBA program because of the blended system that included courses in person and online. The program was very international with a high level of diversity and global networking possibilities.
The courses provided knowledge that was immediately applicable in the real professional world. I found that the professors were highly...
The best part of being at ISM is the ability to converse and collaborate with people from all over the world. Though the education is world class, ISM's best attribute is its ability to bring together people from all walks of life to learn from and grow with one another in an enriching and creative learning environment. ISM has given me an experience...
I originally applied to ISM’s IMBA program while I was doing my first start-up. We had just raised $1.2 billion for a new global insurance & reinsurance company and it didn’t take long to realize that I needed to have a better understanding of international business administration. Additionally, my prior experience working for a large multinational...
