Undergraduate /business-school/ en Meet our standout Joint Honours alumni /business-school/blogs/alumni/meet-our-standout-joint-honours-alumni/ <h1 class="field title-huge field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden"> Meet our standout Joint Honours alumni</h1> <div class="media--image field field--name-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.webp?h=c9f93661&itok=vhxLEYoj 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.webp?h=c9f93661&itok=ZlLh8KI9 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.webp?h=c9f93661&itok=ha9EowGP 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.webp?h=c9f93661&itok=7tkFIAms 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=vhxLEYoj 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=ZlLh8KI9 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=ha9EowGP 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=7tkFIAms 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/52439476289_5c113254d6_c.jpg?h=c9f93661&itok=vhxLEYoj" aria-hidden="true" /></picture></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>Francesca Hoare</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2025-03-04T09:31:29+00:00" title="Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 09:31" class="datetime">Tue, 04/03/2025 - 09:31</time></span> <div class="field field--name-content-bottom field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-footer-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="blogs-listing"><div class="blogs-listing__items"> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-flexible-blog-listings view-id-flexible_blog_listings view-display-id-listing_1 js-view-dom-id-529a18757ecdd64c021dee7b8c3e6442bf1b4af1533235e9bb8126d25381dfb0"> <div class="view-content"> <div class="listing-blocks listing-blocks--grid"> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2026-03/Besnik%20Mustafa_0.webp?h=545231ff&itok=G3Z1jE5T 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2026-03/Besnik%20Mustafa_0.webp?h=545231ff&itok=cHvpi4pV 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2026-03/Besnik%20Mustafa_0.jpg?h=545231ff&itok=G3Z1jE5T 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2026-03/Besnik%20Mustafa_0.jpg?h=545231ff&itok=cHvpi4pV 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="Besnik Mustafa" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2026-03/Besnik%20Mustafa_0.jpg?h=545231ff&itok=G3Z1jE5T" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2026-03-04T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">4 March 2026</time> Alumni</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7463" class="blog-listing-item__title">Besnik Mustafa (Weekend MBA 2025)</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>After beginning his career at Finance Think, Besnik Mustafa went on to advise Members of Parliament in North Macedonia. He later joined Salience Consulting, gaining experience across multiple international markets.</p></div> <a aria-label="Read more about Besnik Mustafa (Weekend MBA 2025)" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/alumni/besnik-mustafa-weekend-mba-2025/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="600"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2023-11/Chloe%20Chambers.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=eQsWZ53R 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2023-11/Chloe%20Chambers.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=jUtuYGVe 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2023-11/Chloe%20Chambers.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=eQsWZ53R 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2023-11/Chloe%20Chambers.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=jUtuYGVe 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="Chloe Chambers" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2023-11/Chloe%20Chambers.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=eQsWZ53R" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2026-02-27T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">27 February 2026</time> Alumni</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7464" class="blog-listing-item__title">Alumni Careers: Understanding imposter syndrome and career growth</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>Imposter syndrome is something our careers consultants encounter frequently when supporting professionals through moments of growth, transition, and increased responsibility.</p></div> <a aria-label="Read more about Alumni Careers: Understanding imposter syndrome and career growth" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/alumni/alumni-careers-understanding-imposter-syndrome-and-career-growth/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="900"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2026-03/AI%20and%20Work%20Blog%20Header.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=Ojk9gUMT 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2026-03/AI%20and%20Work%20Blog%20Header.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=d1uMazPR 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2026-03/AI%20and%20Work%20Blog%20Header.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=Ojk9gUMT 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2026-03/AI%20and%20Work%20Blog%20Header.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=d1uMazPR 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2026-03/AI%20and%20Work%20Blog%20Header.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=Ojk9gUMT" aria-hidden="true" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2026-02-13T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">13 February 2026</time> Alumni</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7465" class="blog-listing-item__title">Alumni Careers: Helping Alumni Stay Visible and Valuable in the Age of Remote Work and AI </h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>As the world of work continues to shift through the rise of remote working and rapid advances in AI, our careers consultants are increasingly supporting professionals who want to stay visible, valued, and strategically positioned.</p></div> <a aria-label="Read more about Alumni Careers: Helping Alumni Stay Visible and Valuable in the Age of Remote Work and AI " class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/alumni/alumni-careers-helping-alumni-stay-visible-and-valuable-the-age-remote-work-and-ai/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> </div> </section></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2022-11-22T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">22 November 2022</time></div> <div class="field field--name-field-blog-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/business-school/category/blog-type/alumni" hreflang="en">Alumni</a></div> </div> <section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <p>Last month the 30-year anniversary of the Undergraduate Suite took place and we celebrated it with a fantastic event in London. The event featured a star studded panel with Joint Honours graduates who have been doing amazing things with their career.</p> <h2>Their stories</h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--flexible-text-image-card flexible-text-image"><div class="flexible-text-image__wrapper flexible-text-image__wrapper-align-right" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-duration="1200"> <div class="flexible-text-image__image"> <figure><picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.webp?h=57024e64&itok=6Mkj2qOn 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.webp?h=57024e64&itok=fVARdzdO 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.webp?h=57024e64&itok=uE32B5VP 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.webp?h=57024e64&itok=cqtgA4d2 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=6Mkj2qOn 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=fVARdzdO 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=uE32B5VP 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=cqtgA4d2 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="Gloria Cheung" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Gloria%20Cheung%20Square.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=6Mkj2qOn" /></picture></figure></div> <div class="flexible-text-image__container"> <h3 class="flexible-text-image__title"> Gloria Cheng </h3> <div class="flexible-text-image__copy"> <p>Gloria works as a business analyst intern at Sony Music Entertainment in the Global Business Development and Digital Strategy team. Working closely with both account managers and business analysts, she focuses on conducting in-depth business analysis and negotiating commercial agreements with global and multi-territory digital partners. This spans across various industries, including gaming and fitness, and multiple platforms such as Spotify and YouTube Music.</p> <p>Prior to her current position, Gloria completed a BSc in Biological Sciences and Management in 2020 and MSc in Strategic Marketing in 2021 at Imperial Business School in which she was honoured on the Dean’s List. One of her highlights during her Masters’ degree was working with Immediate Media, a magazine publishing client, for her consulting project module. This involved proposing marketing strategies to digitalise traditional subscription products.</p> <p>Outside of work, she is passionate about music and dance. She is one of the lead choreographers of Funkology, Imperial’s Hip Hop dance society.</p> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--flexible-text-image-card flexible-text-image"><div class="flexible-text-image__wrapper flexible-text-image__wrapper-align-left" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-duration="1200"> <div class="flexible-text-image__image"> <figure><picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.webp?h=57024e64&itok=F_QMgYQU 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.webp?h=57024e64&itok=irPr-JCj 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.webp?h=57024e64&itok=3Evcz8Rx 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.webp?h=57024e64&itok=hT_cDfCS 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=F_QMgYQU 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=irPr-JCj 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=3Evcz8Rx 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=hT_cDfCS 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="lee cowie" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Lee%20Cowie.jpg?h=57024e64&itok=F_QMgYQU" /></picture></figure></div> <div class="flexible-text-image__container"> <h3 class="flexible-text-image__title"> Lee Cowie </h3> <div class="flexible-text-image__copy"> <p>Lee is currently Chief Technology Officer for Merlin Entertainments, the world’s 2nd largest location-based entertainment company by visitor volume. He runs a global team spread across 4 continents in 28 countries and is responsible for the technology strategy, the day-to-day operation of the IT and the delivery of new technology to help entertain the guests. Some of our attractions are the size of a small town and there is a lot of behind-the-scenes technology that goes into making a great day out.</p> <p>Lee graduated from the joint honours programme at Imperial in 1999 and went onto a graduate role at Norwich Union (AVIVA), before a series of job changes saw him land in Broadcast media working for a spin off from the BBC. There he ran the team that launched the very first version of BBC iPlayer and eventually ran video on demand service for all the UK’s major TV terrestrial broadcasters. Lee subsequently moved to Ericsson and spent 4 years travelling the world opening new TV broadcast stations in many countries.</p> <p>Lee completed an MBA in 2010 and found the joint honours programme gave him a great leg up in completing that course.</p> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--flexible-text-image-card flexible-text-image"><div class="flexible-text-image__wrapper flexible-text-image__wrapper-align-right" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-duration="1200"> <div class="flexible-text-image__image"> <figure><picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.webp?h=06c29d66&itok=YK9I5cvo 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.webp?h=06c29d66&itok=hi5CpCmn 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.webp?h=06c29d66&itok=T4LCSPnR 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.webp?h=06c29d66&itok=EbrZOfHo 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/png" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.png?h=06c29d66&itok=YK9I5cvo 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/png" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.png?h=06c29d66&itok=hi5CpCmn 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/png" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.png?h=06c29d66&itok=T4LCSPnR 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/png" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.png?h=06c29d66&itok=EbrZOfHo 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="Jason Parmer" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-06/Jason%20White%20BG%20copy.png?h=06c29d66&itok=YK9I5cvo" /></picture></figure></div> <div class="flexible-text-image__container"> <h3 class="flexible-text-image__title"> Jason Parmer </h3> <div class="flexible-text-image__copy"> <p>Jason currently works at TikTok where he leads the UK Gaming team.</p> <p>Jason graduated from Imperial with a Chemistry & Business Management joint honours in 2013. After graduating he joined Microsoft as a grad to follow his passion for Tech. Starting in the corporate services arm, he then moved to the fast-paced digital advertising arm of Microsoft.</p> <p>Jason then moved to King, the makers of Candy Crush (who had just been acquired by Activision Blizzard) to launch the company-wide Advertising business. This was quite a fun venture, joining a new stealth team pre-revenue to build it up to well over >$100m run rate and 15x the team within 3 years made for some fun stories. Jason then moved to Berlin for a brief stint leading programmatic revenue at OneFootball, before COVID made him decide to come back to London, where he joined TikTok to launch their Ad Network across the EU before leading Gaming.</p> <p>Jason is a specialist in programmatic digital advertising, most things technology & the gaming industry (and a bit of VR). Where he can go into very deep detail though is in-app advertising (IAA) & digital brand advertising.</p> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> </div> </section><div class="field field--name-key-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/business-school/category/key-topics/undergraduate" hreflang="en">Undergraduate</a></div> </div> <div class="c-social-share-widget "> <h3>Share</h3> <div class="c-social-share-widget__links"> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=/business-school/taxonomy/term/1539/feed&amp;title=" target="_blank" aria-label="Share on Facebook"> <img src="/business-school/modules/composer/social_media/icons/facebook_share.svg" alt="Facebook" /></a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite?url=/business-school/taxonomy/term/1539/feed&amp;title=&amp;source=/business-school/taxonomy/term/1539/feed" target="_blank" aria-label="Share on Linkedin"> <img 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field--label-hidden field__item">2 minute read </div> Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:31:29 +0000 Francesca Hoare 7191 at /business-school What I learnt in my first term on the BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science programme /business-school/blogs/student-blog/what-i-learnt-my-first-term-the-bsc-economics-finance-and-data-science-programme/ <h1 class="field title-huge field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden"> What I learnt in my first term on the BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science programme</h1> <div class="media--image field field--name-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-03/Hayden%20Dyke%20blog%20banner.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=VIC7mCwC 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" 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field--label-hidden"><span>Rebecca Pike</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2025-02-18T09:13:30+00:00" title="Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - 09:13" class="datetime">Tue, 18/02/2025 - 09:13</time></span> <div class="field field--name-content-bottom field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-footer-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="blogs-listing"><div class="blogs-listing__items"> <div 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data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.jpg?h=6ab61e75&itok=vHamiev9 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="Jamillah Thabet" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.jpg?h=6ab61e75&itok=MBl3RPzd" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-11-06T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">6 November 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7424" class="blog-listing-item__title">From competition to internship: working with the Bank of England as a BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science student</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>Jamillah Thabet, one of our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science ý, reflects on her Bank of England Innovation Competition win and learnings from her summer internship.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about From competition to internship: working with the Bank of England as a BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science student" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/competition-internship-working-the-bank-england-bsc-economics-finance-and-data/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="900"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.webp?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.webp?h=b4a87574&itok=_sJtp3Z2 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=_sJtp3Z2 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e" aria-hidden="true" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-10-17T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">17 October 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7288" class="blog-listing-item__title">How to prepare for your BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science interview at Imperial</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>To help you approach your interview with confidence, we’ve reached out to those who know the process best – our current ý. Hear from Max, Priyal and Ishir for their advice.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about How to prepare for your BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science interview at Imperial" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/how-prepare-your-bsc-economics-finance-and-data-science-interview-imperial/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> </div> </section></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2025-03-19T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">19 March 2025</time></div> <div class="field field--name-field-blog-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/business-school/category/blog-type/student-blog" hreflang="en">Student blog</a></div> </div> <section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <p><em><span>Meet Hayden Dyke, a first-year student on the </span><a href="/business-school/undergraduate/economics-finance-data-science/"><span>BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science</span></a><span> programme at Imperial Business School. Having settled into his studies, we caught up with him to hear about his insights from term one – and if there’s one thing he’s learnt, it’s that this programme is a real game-changer. </span></em></p> <p><em><span>This cutting-edge and unique programme blends economic theory, financial insights and data science skills to create a truly unique combination, equipping you with the skills you need for success in today’s digital-driven business world. </span></em></p> <p><em><span>By combining a theoretical foundation with hands-on learning experiences, our programme will set you up to tackle real-world economic, financial and data challenges, and you will leave us with a deep understanding of how these three fields interact with one another. </span></em></p> <p><em><span>Whether you’re aiming for a career in fintech, investment, policy or AI, this programme will give you the competitive edge that you need to succeed. </span></em></p> <p><em><span>But don’t just take our word for it – let Hayden share an insight into what it’s like to be a first year student at Imperial Business School. </span></em></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <blockquote> <p><span>The main thing that appealed to me about Imperial’s BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science was the quantitative and technical elements of economics combined with the potential that computing and machine learning has in solving economic problems. The focus on this intersection between economics, finance and data science skills is what sets this programme apart from the rest. </span></p> <p><span><strong>Hayden Dyke, BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science</strong></span></p> </blockquote> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h2><span>My undergraduate expectations vs reality</span><span> </span></h2> <ul><li><strong><em><span>Programme content - </span></em></strong><span>the programme has not only met but far exceeded my expectations. It is tremendously well thought out and organised, with my first term presenting a unique and challenging blend of data science, probability and statistics, key economic issues and mathematics. </span></li> </ul><ul><li><strong><em><span>The unique combination -</span></em></strong><span> combining economics, finance and data science into one single degree allows you to explore each one in much greater depth than if they were studied siloed from each other. For example, if you wanted to investigate a hypothesis you had about an economic issue, testing that hypothesis empirically against real-world data is a must – and for that, you need data science skills.<span> </span></span><br /><br /><span>These subjects naturally cross-fertilise and buttress one another and learning them together makes you a better-rounded graduate and more competitive in each individual field. It is this interdisciplinary approach that aids your understanding and ability to translate your study into practice, which ultimately is the optimum way to learn anything.</span><br />  </li> <li><strong><em><span>Workload -</span></em></strong><span> university learning is much more independent than at school and college – it is up to you to manage your time. I would say that, as long as you stay organised, you will be able to balance everything and keep up with the workload. Aim to review lecture notes if needed to cement understanding.<span>  </span></span><span>And don’t worry if it takes a little bit of time to get adjusted. The first term moves quickly but stay calm and organised and you won’t fall behind.</span><br />  </li> <li><strong><em><span>Moving away from home -</span></em></strong><span> before coming to Imperial, I had always lived in England but never in London – so moving to the capital for my studies was an exciting change.<span>  </span></span><span>Adjusting to London and university life takes a second. You’re now having to balance your workload on top of essentials like food shopping, cooking, cleaning and commuting – for most of us, this is our first time doing so. However, you will learn to thrive and become a more independent person through the experience.<span>  </span></span><br /><br /><span>I found that the best way to adapt was to find a way of doing things that worked for me. For example, I choose to cycle to Imperial instead of taking the tube, which is quicker, cheaper and healthier. And whilst I’ve always enjoyed cooking, I’ve made a lot of progress in this area – I love trying recipes from scratch that I’ve never made before. </span></li> </ul><ul><li><strong><em><span>Student life -</span></em></strong><span> I have engaged with Imperial’s many extracurricular opportunities while here. For example, the Algorithmic Trading Society, which relates very nicely to both data science and finance. I am a regular attendee of Muay Thai and the History Society and took an introductory course in CAD and robotics. Being surrounded by many of the world’s most promising engineers and scientists is an opportunity not to be missed either. </span></li> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-images-section"> <div class="flexible-images-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-images field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; 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margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-image-section" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-duration="1200"><div class="flexible-image-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=xcQcVvic 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=7NvDzrAd 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=Av-c6tMe 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=MjsSFyJi 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=xcQcVvic 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=7NvDzrAd 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=Av-c6tMe 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=MjsSFyJi 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-03/Undergraduate%20lecture%20session.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=xcQcVvic" aria-hidden="true" /></picture></div> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h2><span>First term learnings</span><span> </span></h2> <p><span>The first term is comprised of four modules, which give you a good foundation for the rest of the degree: </span></p> <ul><li><strong><em><span>Module 1: Big Issues in Economics and Finance - </span></em></strong><span>this module does exactly what it says on the tin. Each lecture focuses on a key contemporary issue in economics and finance. The key economic models are explained rigorously, and it also focuses on recent developments and how these issues are relevant to today.</span><br />  </li> <li><strong><em><span>Module 2: Probability and Statistics –</span></em></strong><span> here you will learn an array of necessary skills, from probability theory to statistics.</span><br />  </li> <li><strong><em><span>Module 3: Introduction to Data Science - </span></em></strong><span>this module introduces programming in R and teaches various data science concepts with a very practical approach.</span><br />  </li> <li><strong><em><span>Module 4: Mathematical Foundations - </span></em></strong><span>this focuses on logic, set theory, real analysis, vector spaces and linear algebra and multivariable calculus. It’s fast paced and is particularly innovative as it uses generative AI to produce plots to visualise concepts. </span></li> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h3><span>My academic growth so far</span><span> </span></h3> <p><span>My understanding of economics, finance and data science has already evolved hugely over the first term. We have covered a huge array of economic and financial issues, from the potential outcomes framework in random controlled trials to a fascinating guest lecture by Professor Jonathon Haskel on the importance of expectations in combatting inflation. </span></p> <p><span>I have developed a greater understanding of the holistic process of data analysis, from the initial exploration of datasets all the way through to presenting our findings. </span></p> <p><span>The programme does a great job of developing your understanding of the different subjects in tandem with one another, allowing for a cross-fertilisation of skills that will be invaluable in the future. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h2><span>Looking to the future</span><span> </span></h2> <h3><br /><span>Considering my career</span><span> </span></h3> <p><span>I’ve always been more of a tech person, and getting some hands-on experience with datasets over my first term has cemented this for me and helped to strengthen my career aspirations. </span></p> <p><span>I am particularly looking forward to developing my theoretical knowledge of AI and machine learning – I really look forward to gaining the mathematical basis needed for a future career in this area. </span></p> <p><span>But no matter your desired field in the group of economics, finance and data science, the programme will keep you sustained and interested throughout the degree. It does a very good job of developing skills in multiple areas, allowing you a chance to find out where your passions lie and giving you all the tools you need to pursue your chosen career path.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h3><span>Career support at Imperial</span><span> </span></h3> <p><span>In the first instance, the </span><a href="/business-school/undergraduate/economics-finance-data-science/careers/"><span>Careers team</span></a><span> is a great source of support. They have bookable one-to-one meetings, which are invaluable if you intend to apply to a Spring Week or Insights Programme. </span></p> <p><span>They have supported me with CV advice, and on how to write cover letters. You can book as many meetings as you like and the support given is personalised, fair and, most importantly, useful. </span></p> <p><span>On top of this, the close-knit communication between staff and ý is great – they really are on your side and look out for you. Our Head of Year has supported me on multiple occasions and the lecturers work hard to answer your questions and push you to achieve your full potential. </span><span><span> </span></span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-blue paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--flexible-page-call-to-action call-to-action" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300" data-aos-duration="1200"><h2 class="call-to-action__heading"> Explore our programme </h2> <ul class="call-to-action__links"><li class="call-to-action__link-item"> 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class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/business-school/admin/content/course/76" hreflang="en">BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science</a></div> </div> </div> <h2 class="field subtitle field--name-field-subtitle field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hear from Hayden Dyke as he reflects on his first term as an Imperial Business School student</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-read-time field--type-estimated-read-time field--label-hidden field__item">6 minute read </div> Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:30 +0000 Rebecca Pike 7209 at /business-school Welcoming our undergraduate first years to the Business School /business-school/blogs/features/welcoming-our-undergraduate-first-years-the-business-school/ <h1 class="field title-huge field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden"> Welcoming our undergraduate first years to the Business School </h1> <div class="media--image field field--name-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> 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paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="blogs-listing"><div class="blogs-listing__items"> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-flexible-blog-listings view-id-flexible_blog_listings view-display-id-listing_1 js-view-dom-id-c8e7d16d614c34cfb332acdad7ab74afe23f969453ccd89c4e464a2253240afa"> <div class="view-content"> <div class="listing-blocks listing-blocks--grid"> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=osC6hFcO 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=15IhyXP- 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=osC6hFcO 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=15IhyXP- 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=osC6hFcO" aria-hidden="true" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-11-07T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">7 November 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7425" class="blog-listing-item__title">BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science Students in Paris: career insights</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>Our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science ý visited leading organisations such as L’Oreal, Alstom and AXA on a trip to Paris, gaining insight into how they use AI and technology to drive innovation.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science Students in Paris: career insights" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/bsc-economics-finance-and-data-science-ý-paris-career-insights/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="600"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.webp?h=6ab61e75&itok=MBl3RPzd 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.webp?h=6ab61e75&itok=vHamiev9 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.jpg?h=6ab61e75&itok=MBl3RPzd 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.jpg?h=6ab61e75&itok=vHamiev9 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="Jamillah Thabet" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.jpg?h=6ab61e75&itok=MBl3RPzd" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-11-06T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">6 November 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7424" class="blog-listing-item__title">From competition to internship: working with the Bank of England as a BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science student</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>Jamillah Thabet, one of our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science ý, reflects on her Bank of England Innovation Competition win and learnings from her summer internship.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about From competition to internship: working with the Bank of England as a BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science student" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/competition-internship-working-the-bank-england-bsc-economics-finance-and-data/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="900"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.webp?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.webp?h=b4a87574&itok=_sJtp3Z2 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=_sJtp3Z2 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e" aria-hidden="true" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-10-17T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">17 October 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7288" class="blog-listing-item__title">How to prepare for your BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science interview at Imperial</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>To help you approach your interview with confidence, we’ve reached out to those who know the process best – our current ý. Hear from Max, Priyal and Ishir for their advice.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about How to prepare for your BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science interview at Imperial" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/how-prepare-your-bsc-economics-finance-and-data-science-interview-imperial/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> </div> </section></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2024-10-14T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">14 October 2024</time></div> <div class="field field--name-field-blog-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/business-school/category/blog-type/features" hreflang="en">Features</a></div> </div> <section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <p lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US"><em>At the start of October, we welcomed a new cohort of ý onto our<a href="/business-school/undergraduate/economics-finance-data-science/"> BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science</a> programme. The week-long induction was a perfect opportunity to meet their fellow ý, get a sneak peek into what the next year of their studies will entail and start to familiarise themselves with the opportunities available to them as an Imperial Business School student. </em></p> <p lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US"><em>The Induction Week was also a chance to welcome back our second-year ý as they embark on another year of studies with us. This one-of-a-kind degree is designed for analytical thinkers who aspire to be future economists, business leaders and financiers who make a global impact. </em></p> <blockquote> <p>“The past week at Imperial Business School has been very informative. The staff have been helpful, ý friendly, and the facilities are excellent. Looking forward to the next three years” - Priyal Bharakumar, Year 1 BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science. </p> </blockquote> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h2 lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Discover Imperial Fair and Welcome Fair highlights </h2> <p lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Students attended the ‘Discover Imperial Fair’, at the Queen’s Tower Rooms where they could meet the extensive support services available on campus and learn more about these, such as the Alumni, Library Services and Careers teams.  </p> <p lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">The Imperial Welcome Fair was yet another noteworthy event that showcased our encouragement of extracurricular involvement. Joining clubs and societies fosters social connections and personal growth. The wide range of options available at the fair allowed ý to explore and discover their niche, whether it be in sports, arts, culture, or other areas of interest.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-images-section"> <div class="flexible-images-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-images field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-image-section" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-duration="1200"><div class="flexible-image-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.webp?h=a61f5392&itok=G-V2uVvl 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.webp?h=a61f5392&itok=HwDFCKP2 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.webp?h=a61f5392&itok=NMpNxDPW 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.webp?h=a61f5392&itok=40Ny1IfB 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.jpg?h=a61f5392&itok=G-V2uVvl 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.jpg?h=a61f5392&itok=HwDFCKP2 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.jpg?h=a61f5392&itok=NMpNxDPW 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.jpg?h=a61f5392&itok=40Ny1IfB 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-11/Discover%20imperial%20fair.jpg?h=a61f5392&itok=G-V2uVvl" aria-hidden="true" /></picture></div> </div> </article></div> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-image-section" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-duration="1200"><div class="flexible-image-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.webp?h=e3f96b5f&itok=kRyoTpFy 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.webp?h=e3f96b5f&itok=10VReBwg 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.webp?h=e3f96b5f&itok=ANzFJVcH 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.webp?h=e3f96b5f&itok=T3N3Hm3L 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.jpg?h=e3f96b5f&itok=kRyoTpFy 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.jpg?h=e3f96b5f&itok=10VReBwg 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.jpg?h=e3f96b5f&itok=ANzFJVcH 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.jpg?h=e3f96b5f&itok=T3N3Hm3L 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2023-11/Discover%20Imperial%20Fair%20Garden%20Club%20Stand.jpg?h=e3f96b5f&itok=kRyoTpFy" aria-hidden="true" /></picture></div> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h3>Course kick-off: meeting the Programme staff </h3> <p lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">During the week, ý met their programme staff. The ice breaker activity that followed this meeting not only added a fun and interactive dimension to the ý' introduction to their course, but also played a significant role in building rapport among their classmates.  </p> <p lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Our new ý received a special welcome address from Imperial London President, Professor Hugh Brady, as well as senior leaders from the Business School. </p> <h3 lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Introducing support services </h3> <p>During the week, there was a Pastoral & Careers support and a Student Life session. Such sessions can be invaluable for ý, offering a platform to discuss any concerns, seek advice on academic or career matters, and create a sense of community within the student body.  </p> <h3 lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Nurturing a Sustainable Future: Climate Workshop at Scale Space </h3> <p>On Thursday we welcomed our ý to Scale Space, our White City Campus where ý participated in a ClimateFresk workshop, designed to immerse themselves in the critical issue of climate change and its profound effects on our planet.  </p> <p>In groups, ý delved deep into the causes and far-reaching impacts of this global challenge. This hands-on approach not only allowed ý to expand their knowledge but also provided a platform for open group discussion and brainstorming, nurturing a sense of shared responsibility and collective action.</p> <blockquote> <p>“The first week has been a lot of fun meeting everyone, I’ve really enjoyed working in groups amidst the great facilities.” - Ishir Narayan, Year 1 BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science </p> </blockquote> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-images-section"> <div class="flexible-images-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-images field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-image-section" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-duration="1200"><div class="flexible-image-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.webp?h=3dbd9eac&itok=sh-OdSjx 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.webp?h=3dbd9eac&itok=UYgOEv_p 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.webp?h=3dbd9eac&itok=fP0I-dh3 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.webp?h=3dbd9eac&itok=lg9MPoJR 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.JPG?h=3dbd9eac&itok=sh-OdSjx 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.JPG?h=3dbd9eac&itok=UYgOEv_p 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.JPG?h=3dbd9eac&itok=fP0I-dh3 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.JPG?h=3dbd9eac&itok=lg9MPoJR 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2024-10/UG%20Induction%20Week.JPG?h=3dbd9eac&itok=sh-OdSjx" aria-hidden="true" /></picture></div> </div> </article></div> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; 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margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h3>A campus wide scavenger hunt </h3> <p lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Throughout the week, ý engaged in a campus-wide scavenger hunt to become acquainted with the various campus facilities and resources they will be utilising throughout their academic journey. This entailed deciphering places to discover on campus, followed by capturing a group photograph at each correct location. It was a valuable experience for getting acquainted with the campus and forging connections with fellow ý. </p> <h3 lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">Social highlights</h3> <p>From house parties to halls mixers, numerous social activities were scheduled for our ý in the evenings, providing opportunities to meet new people and connect with their cohort.</p> <blockquote> <p>“My first time in Europe and at Imperial has been nothing but enlightening and inspiring. I’m really excited to be part of this humungous community.” - Beanice Ng, Year 1, BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science.</p> </blockquote> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <p>It was fantastic week, welcoming our undergraduate ý at the South Kensington Campus. 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/business-school/blogs/student-blog/bank-of-england-swiftonomics-event/ <h1 class="field title-huge field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden"> Entering your economics era: BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science ý take centre stage at the Bank of England’s Swiftonomics event</h1> <div class="media--image field field--name-media field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Blog%20Header.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=mJwwf4hB 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Blog%20Header.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=G4kgzM1n 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" 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This event brought together economics and pop culture for an evening of conversation, insight and entertainment. And among the headline contributors? A team of </span><a href="/business-school/undergraduate/economics-finance-data-science/"><span>BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science</span></a><span> ý from Imperial Business School.</span></p> <p><span>Acting as key members of the conversation, our ý explored how one of the biggest cultural events of the decade – Taylor Swift’s 2024 UK Eras Tour – had a meaningful impact on the UK economy.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h2>Swiftonomics: the UK tour effect</h2> <p><span>Our student team – Maya, Nikita and Sofia – worked closely with Senior Teaching Fellow, Dr Maria Psyllou, to design a research project that used Taylor Swift’s UK tour as a real-world case study. Their findings were presented to an audience of nearly 300 attendees - from Swifties to economists - through an engaging poster exhibition titled <em>Swiftonomics: The UK Tour Effect</em>.</span></p> <p><span>Utilising their learnings from their BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science programme so far, the ý broke down how large-scale cultural events can create a far-reaching and impactful economic ripple effect, linking classroom theory to real scenarios.</span></p> <blockquote> <p><span><em>"The Bank of England x Taylor Swift event was an amazing opportunity to represent the university as an ambassador, connect with fellow economics enthusiasts, and share our passion, while helping introduce new ý to the subject in a fun, engaging way,"</em> said Sofia.</span></p> </blockquote> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-images-section"> <div class="flexible-images-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-images field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; 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margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-image-section" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-duration="1200"><div class="flexible-image-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/webp" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=2kJe8wLv 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=OfgP0EEe 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=6qc7Dkqk 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.webp?h=aa81dfca&itok=nzQISjeh 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 1060px)" type="image/jpeg" width="960" height="576" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=2kJe8wLv 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="740" height="445" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_720/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=OfgP0EEe 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 576px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="336" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_560/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=6qc7Dkqk 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="480" height="288" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_480/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=nzQISjeh 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="960" height="576" alt="Swiftonomics Eras Tour 1" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x3_960/public/2025-07/Swiftonomics%20Eras%20Tour%201.jpg?h=aa81dfca&itok=2kJe8wLv" /></picture></div> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <h3><span>The set list: what the ý explored</span></h3> <p><span>The team’s analysis focused on four key economic principles that were illustrated through the tour's far-reaching impact:</span></p> <ul><li><strong><span>The Multiplier Effect</span></strong><br /><span>Each concert didn’t just fill stadiums - it boosted local economies. Spending on hotels, restaurants, transport and merchandise stimulated further economic activity in host cities.</span> This multiplier effect also plays out during large-scale events like the Olympics, where a sharp increase in visitors drives demand for local services.</li> <li><strong><span>Consumer Surplus</span></strong><br /><span>Many fans were willing to pay above face value for tickets. The gap between what people were prepared to pay and the actual ticket price is consumer surplus. </span>You’ll also see this when people queue overnight for the latest tech or limited-edition releases. This is economics wrapped up in emotion and is <span>a great way to measure perceived value.</span></li> <li><strong><span>Price Elasticity</span></strong><br /><span>Despite rising prices, ticket demand remained high - a clear example of inelastic demand, where emotional or cultural value outweighs cost. </span>This isn’t unique to concerts. We see it with fuel and public transport too – things that people need for commuting and transport despite rising costs. In contrast, meals out or retail purchases tend to have more of an elastic demand, meaning that customers respond more to changing prices.</li> <li><strong><span>Positive Externalities</span></strong><br /><span>Beyond direct spending, Taylor Swift’s presence brought wider benefits: increased tourism, boosted visibility for local areas and increased business for non-tour-related sectors.</span></li> </ul><blockquote> <p><span><em>"Together with Maya and Sofia and the support of Dr Psyllou, we spent weeks researching and designing our poster to illustrate how Taylor Swift's Eras Tour rippled through the UK economy - from the multiplier effect in local communities to concepts like consumer surplus and positive externalities,"</em> said Nikita.</span></p> </blockquote> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin flexible-images-section"> <div class="flexible-images-section__container"> <div class="field field--name-field-images field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item image-item"> <article style="margin-top: 0rem; 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class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="300"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=osC6hFcO 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.webp?h=87b4785c&itok=15IhyXP- 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=osC6hFcO 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/jpeg" width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=15IhyXP- 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/BSc%20Cohort%20Paris%20Team.jpg?h=87b4785c&itok=osC6hFcO" aria-hidden="true" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-11-07T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">7 November 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7425" class="blog-listing-item__title">BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science Students in Paris: career insights</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>Our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science ý visited leading organisations such as L’Oreal, Alstom and AXA on a trip to Paris, gaining insight into how they use AI and technology to drive innovation.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science Students in Paris: career insights" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/bsc-economics-finance-and-data-science-ý-paris-career-insights/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="600"> <article class="node node--type-flexible-blog node--view-mode-flexible-page-builder blog-listing-item"><div class="blog-listing-item__media"> <picture><source media="all and (min-width: 840px)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="448" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2025-11/Jamillah%20Thabet%20BoE%20Competition.webp?h=6ab61e75&itok=MBl3RPzd 1x"></source><source media="all and (min-width: 0)" type="image/webp" width="560" height="315" 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blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-11-06T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">6 November 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7424" class="blog-listing-item__title">From competition to internship: working with the Bank of England as a BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science student</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>Jamillah Thabet, one of our BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science ý, reflects on her Bank of England Innovation Competition win and learnings from her summer internship.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about From competition to internship: working with the Bank of England as a BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science student" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/competition-internship-working-the-bank-england-bsc-economics-finance-and-data/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> <div class="listing-blocks__animation" 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width="560" height="315" data-srcset="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_16x9_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=_sJtp3Z2 1x"></source><img loading="eager" width="560" height="448" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/business-school/sites/default/files/styles/focalpoint_5x4_560/public/2022-07/Imperial---Bsc---How-to-apply.jpg?h=b4a87574&itok=i_CT9O9e" aria-hidden="true" /></picture><div class="blog-listing-item__details blog-listing-item__details--full"><time datetime="2025-10-17T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">17 October 2025</time> Student blog</div> </div> <div class="blog-listing-item__content"> <h3 id="blog-title-7288" class="blog-listing-item__title">How to prepare for your BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science interview at Imperial</h3> <div class="blog-listing-item__summary"><p>To help you approach your interview with confidence, we’ve reached out to those who know the process best – our current ý. Hear from Max, Priyal and Ishir for their advice.</p> </div> <a aria-label="Read more about How to prepare for your BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science interview at Imperial" class="blog-listing-item__link link--arrow" href="/business-school/blogs/student-blog/how-prepare-your-bsc-economics-finance-and-data-science-interview-imperial/" rel="bookmark">Read more</a> </div> </article></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article></div> </div> </section></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2022-06-20T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">20 June 2022</time></div> <div class="field field--name-field-blog-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/business-school/category/blog-type/student-blog" hreflang="en">Student blog</a></div> </div> <section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-silver paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <p>When considering a university application, the first aspect most ý fixate on is how well their respective universities perform on various ranking tables. Comparisons are often made on the Complete University Guide or Times Higher Education, and the most common discussion in a Sixth Form classroom revolves around Is it in the top 10? or Does it have high graduate prospects? </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section><section style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--bnk-page-builder paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--section--colour--section-white paragraph--full-width-section"><div class="field field--name-field-component field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div style="margin-top: 0rem; margin-bottom: 0rem; padding-top: 1rem; padding-bottom: 1rem;" class="paragraph paragraph--text paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--margin"> <div class="field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="text-formatted "> <p>Imperial London is widely considered (and ranked) as one of the top five universities in the UK. So, what else? Here are five more important aspects which are often overlooked during the application process which I feel are extremely important in making this decision – coming from myself, an undergraduate student at Imperial.</p> <h2>Student community support</h2> <p>Courses at Imperial London are designed to peak your academic interest. They push you to learn a wide variety of content in equally as much depth. Coupled with cutting edge research and up-to-date case studies, it ensures that upon completion you will have an in-demand skill set that is relevant to employers. This however, at times, can be challenging. Therefore, an important aspect is the welfare and support available to ý, which at Imperial, is second to none. Although I have only been part of this community, I now call home, for six months, as an Intercalated BSc student, already feel so welcomed by both staff and ý. Regarding any issues, the welfare staff are always at hand, and only an email away. </p> <h3>Extra-curricular activities </h3> <p>In addition to the core course learnings, there are immense prospects to take forward any aspects of the course which you find most interesting. These can simply be in the form of extra research to publishing research articles in high quality journals. Aside from the course, there are incredible opportunities to take part in more industry learning. For example, recently I attended ProductCon, the largest management conference in the world, where I felt inspired to hear from speakers of FTSE 100 and S&P 500 companies regarding their future. </p> <p>Horizons is the Centre for Languages, Culture & Communication's flagship programme for undergraduates. It offers all ý to learn a new skill, such as a modern language or creative writing. </p> <p>The Enterprise Lab offers an accelerator programme which offers expertise and funding to bring a product idea you have to life. This year, the winner of the Venture Catalyst Challenge, run by the Enterprise Lab, created a ‘plastic alternative from seafood waste that breaks down in any natural environment, allowing consumers to throw away their waste worry-free’. By taking part in both the course and these extra-curricular opportunities, you are able to not only develop core knowledge, but you also gain soft skills such as teamworking, presenting and leadership.   </p> <p>Furthermore, there are over 380 sports clubs and societies on offer from American Football and the Comedy Society to Water Polo and Yoga, that allow you to connect to a whole range of people with similar interests, even if you didn’t know that you had them.</p> <h3>The faculty </h3> <p>The lecturers at Imperial are among the best in the world. These are professors at the very top of their fields and have a genuine interest in teaching. The lectures are informative, interactive and engaging. They also allow for natural discussion to grow and encourage innovative thinking. However, and most importantly, they want to help. Many faculty members host regular drop-in sessions and are quick to reply to emails offering solutions to problems you may encounter. They also invite some of the best guest lectures to supplement textbook learning with real life examples. For example, the CEO of iDal, Mariya Grinina, recently gave an honest talk about the truth of being an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced in growing her business. </p> <h3>The facilities </h3> <p>The Business School has some of the best facilities on offer for its ý. All lecture theatres are in-built with multi-modal forms of delivery, so regardless if you are taking part in the lecture from your house or on campus, you can actively participate in discussions. Group study spaces or ‘Vaults’ are kitted out with whiteboards and monitors to allow efficient ideation sessions for group projects. </p> <p>As part of the wider university, Ethos is the gym and swimming pool located just across the road. It’s free during off-peak hours and only £40 a year for unlimited access. There is also a huge variety of food available both inside campus and around South Kensington will ensure that you can have something new every day, and if that wasn’t enough, you can always bring a packed lunch and eat it in Hyde Park, which is just up the road!</p> <h3>Social events</h3> <p>Events take place in a huge variety of cool locations around London, however the two which are most memorable, are the Natural History Museum welcome party and Graduation. The welcome party takes place inside the Natural History Museum. The museum closes its doors to the public, and allows the Business School Community to take pictures, mingle and dance under the 25.2-metre-long blue whale skeleton. With all staff and ý present, it is the perfect introduction to the family. Graduation, which comes a lot quicker than you think, marks the completion of your studies. 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