Take Kato, a London Business School MBA candidate, shares his journey from an investment manager at Mitsubishi Corporation to pursuing an MBA. Driven by a desire for global exposure and to leverage finance for innovation, Kato chose LBS for its diverse cohort and robust finance and corporate culture curriculum. Funded by Mitsubishi Corporation, which covers tuition and living expenses, Kato embarked on this transformative journey with focus and dedication. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, thorough research, and perseverance in the MBA application process, highlighting the value of sponsorship in enabling risk-taking and exploring new horizons, like his summer internship in Nairobi. Kato’s advice to prospective MBA students is to stay persistent and passionate, proving their worth beyond just test scores.
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