WELCOME TO PULSE

This term we were delighted to welcome a host of industry experts to share their insights into the business world (page four). At two week-long events, first and second years were given a glimpse into the different sectors and business structures across the region.

Guest speakers are a regular feature in the Business School, with opportunities to meet with and work alongside external partners a key part of our teaching practice. This is perhaps most evident through our annual Insight to Business Awards, which returned in May and saw 15 students presented with coveted placements (page six).

The value of placements can be seen in a special double feature, where one of our alumni and a current student describe how they’re on the path to success thanks to working with a local investment firm. You can read about their journeys on page eight and nine.

Closer to home, IMBA student Jayna Dasani has been working closely with the School on a series of projects designed to drive external engagement, while giving one of our students a unique work experience opportunity. She joins the Pulse editorial team as a guest writer in this issue (page three).

Finally, I’m pleased to welcome two new academics – Dr Bruno Karoubi and Sridevi Yerrabati – to the School. The pair share their career achievements so far and hopes for their time at the University on page 10.

Happy reading!

Jo Whittingham Interim Head of School