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[…]
Tagged: Vancouver MBA
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[…]
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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[…]
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[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
Maximize your SFU Beedie MBA Experience through the Mentors in Business Program
One of my favourite MBA experiences is the Mentors in Business (MIB) program because it is a great opportunity not only for networking but more importantly, it is an opportunity[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
Building Leadership Skills Beyond the Classroom at SFU Beedie
Doing a Full-Time MBA at SFU Beedie takes your understanding of business management and leadership to a whole new level. Although classes, daily discussions and group projects occupy a significant[…]
How my SFU Beedie MBA Prepared me to Thrive in a Post-Pandemic Workplace
I always wanted to pursue my MBA when I graduated, but I needed to gain both work and life experience. Fast-forward 18 years later, I was offered a life-changing opportunity[…]
Graduate Experience · Student Engagement
5 Scenic Places to go for Walks in Vancouver
Vancouver is well known for its abundance of beautiful nature. Mountains, sea, fields, lakes… we have it all. Accessible and wonderful as they are, we sometimes just want to take[…]
The Graduate Women’s Council and Making the Most of Your MBA Experience
A few months before my MBA journey at SFU began, I heard about the Graduate Women’s Council (GWC) and felt a jolt of energy course through me as I read[…]