Our Students Speak

This series is specifically designed for study abroad aspirants such as you to help you plan your academic journey ahead. In this episode, we are in conversation with Kayalvizhi Senthil Kumar, who will be pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from FOM University of Applied Sciences in Germany. So, let’s dive in to understand her academic journey so far, university, course, and her inspiration to pursue higher education.

Key highlights:

• Her academic background and a brief introduction
• About FOM University of Applied Sciences
• About her course: MBA
• Her inspiration to pursue higher education

Her academic background and a brief introduction

Kayalvizhi first completed her BTech in Information Technology and later her Master of Engineering in Software Engineering from a preeminent university. She is currently working as a Programmer Analyst at a leading multinational information technology services and consulting company. Aspiring to learn management skills in order to reach newer heights in her career, she decided to pursue her MBA at FOM University of Applied Sciences.

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About FOM University of Applied Sciences

This private university was founded in 1991 and offers quality education, internationally recognised courses, and excellent support to international students. You will be amazed to know that ~50,000 students from ~112 countries are studying at FOM University of Applied Sciences. The university has been recognised by the Ministry of Science and Research of North Rhine-Westphalia.

About her course: MBA

The MBA programme has 3 semesters, including a thesis. The course will impart advanced knowledge of business management. The rigorous study programme will lead to personal and professional development, enabling you to take on challenging leadership roles.

Some interesting subjects covered in the course

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Her inspiration to pursue higher education

While working as a Programmer Analyst, Kayalvizhi had the opportunity to work with her Project Manager and keenly observed her management expertise. Her manager’s expansive work profile, her ability to deliver a commendable job at each of the tasks and her expertise in juggling multiple roles further impressed Kayalvizhi. She realised that even in the IT domain, it is essential to learn management skills to be successful.

According to Kayalvizhi, IT, an ever-growing field, requires administrative competence for its overall success. Since she has already mastered her technological skills, she aspired to enhance her management capabilities, too. According to her, the universities abroad focus more on the practical coursework than the theoretical aspects. Overseas education will offer access to several webinars, research opportunities, and projects that foster experiential learning. This is what inspired her to pursue her higher education in business management abroad.

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So, this is all about Kayalvizhi’s academic journey so far, university, course, and her inspiration to pursue higher education. In the next episode, we will cover interesting aspects such as factors that led her to select Germany, what she knows about Germany, her research, and English proficiency exams. Meanwhile, if you have any queries, please feel free to connect with us.