Name: Jemimah Meshe
\nDegree Course: Business Information Technology with a Year in Industry
\nGraduated: 2018
\nCurrent role: Project Manager & Scrum Master<\/p>\n
Why did you choose Kent?<\/strong><\/p>\n I chose the University of Kent due to the structure of the degree program which I was interested in pursuing. When looking for a University to attend, I realised that this institution had a wide range of modules which I knew would assist me in my future aspirations.<\/p>\n Furthermore, I clearly remember attending the University\u2019s open day sometime in 2014 and listening to my course students discussing their various experiences whilst in their placement year.<\/p>\n It was inspiring to hear the exciting challenges faced, the networks acquired and most importantly how marketable they become after their placement year.<\/p>\n What attracted you to the course?<\/strong><\/p>\n I have always had a strong interest in technology since my secondary school days. I was fascinated with the elements of combining both Business and Technology together. Furthermore, I also wanted to learn more about the external facing aspects of technology, the meeting of business needs and the interface with users and various systems.<\/p>\n Did you do a year in industry? If so where and how useful was it in getting a graduate job?<\/strong><\/p>\n I chose to undertake a year in industry so that I could be exposed to a multitude of roles within the IT sector and beyond.<\/p>\n I completed a year in industry at The Walt Disney Company Headquarters in London as a Technology & Operations intern. This opportunity enabled me to gain a deeper understanding of how a global entertainment company such as Disney operates.<\/p>\n Working as an Intern at The Walt Disney Company was one of the best experiences and such an invaluable opportunity. During my year in industry, I learnt so many things about myself and acquired worthy skills which completely revamped my thought process and made me an extremely mature, confident and independent individual.<\/p>\n Due to my experience at this reputable company, I was able to secure a graduate job within the first 3 months of my final year at University. It was such a relief to accomplish such before my final exams and graduation.<\/p>\n Could you describe your career path since leaving Kent?<\/strong><\/p>\n Since graduating with a First class honours, I secured a graduate role at an Investment bank based in London namely BNP Paribas as a Project Manager.<\/p>\n It has been almost 3 years since I commenced employment at BNP Paribas and I am so grateful for the opportunity to have launched my career in such an organisation. This has greatly challenged and enabled me to consolidate my academic learning and present job role.<\/p>\n In my current role as a Project Manager & Scrum Master, I work with an International facing team dealing with sponsors and colleagues worldwide. I have learnt a great deal about the application of technology, the context of a global business and most importantly about my own skill set and aspirations.<\/p>\n Finally, what advice would you give to someone thinking of coming to Kent?<\/strong><\/p>\n University of Kent is an amazing place to pursue one\u2019s degree program. Furthermore, my advice for any prospective student is to consider undertaking a year in industry. Finally, I must mention the support I received from the members of the Kent placement team; they were wonderful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"