Quitting My Job to Pursue the MSc in Finance
When I got my bachelor’s degree in finance in 2016, I didn’t have a clear career path for myself. Everything I learned from class seemed so remote and all I[…]
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Admissions Tips · Graduate Experience
GMAT Prep: Tips for Success
The submission of a GMAT score is a mandatory requirement for all accredited MBA programs worldwide, including the MBA program at SFU Beedie School of Business. The higher the score,[…]
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Admissions Tips · Graduate Experience
Preparing for the MSc in Finance Program
Pursuing a graduate degree in finance can be a challenging and rewarding experience, but it requires a significant amount of preparation. To succeed in the Master of Science in Finance[…]
Admissions Tips · Graduate Experience
How to Get the Most Out of Your MSc. Finance Journey
Students attend business schools for various reasons. For me, besides studying, the whole experience is important. So far, in my MSc. Finance journey at Beedie, I have honed my skills[…]
POV: Relocating to Vancouver for the MBA
I had my first international experience when I moved from Hong Kong to California around 10 years ago for my undergraduate degree. Upon graduation, I moved to Peru, Chile and[…]
Representing SFU and Winning the 2022 BC MBA Game Case Competition
One of the highlights of my MBA experience so far was the opportunity to represent SFU Beedie school of business, participated in the take-home case competition, and won first place[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
Orientation Week Through the Lens of a Corporate Leader Returning Back to School
For the first time in 10 years, I had the opportunity to participate in back-to-school festivities. What I experienced was far beyond what I had imagined! On my first day[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
Learning to Lead: My journey in the SFU MBA Program
In the past week, I participated in the leadership retreat program with some of my FT MBA classmates and mentors. This 3-day trip has been enriching for me. It was[…]
Alumni Experience · Graduate Experience
What Made Pursuing an MBA in the Middle of a Global Pandemic Worth It
I grew up in a country where most people are wired to believe that pursuing an MBA is a means to professional success, and while I do believe it equips[…]
How I Got my Dream Job Offer During my MBA Program, and How You Can, Too
Telling the story of who you are can help employers identify your skills and interests, and make you more authentic. This spring, I got my dream job offer before graduating[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
New Product Development Simulation – A Great Learning Experience for Innovative Business Leaders
June 18, 2022, was a fun and interactive day for future business leaders interested in innovative product development. The session was led by Prof. Simon Ford, Academic Director of Beedie’s[…]
Navigating the Cohort Model: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
SFU’s FTMBA follows the cohort model—meaning you take ALL your classes with the same ~40 people. This is very common in leadership programs because it gives you a chance to[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
Making a Difference through Student Leadership Opportunities with the SFU Beedie Graduate Women’s Council
The Graduate Women’s Council (GWC) is an elected Beedie graduate student-run club that aims to provide a safe space for women and allies to show up authentically, develop personally and[…]
Taking Care of Your Mental Health Throughout Your MBA Journey
The MBA program is a time for personal development and growth. You will stretch the limits of your capabilities and accomplish much during your time at SFU. With this in[…]
Applying Course Concepts in the Workplace
The MBA experience is all about the practical application of course concepts in a real-world environment. Managing Global Enterprises, taught by Anthony Chan, provided a unique window into the application[…]