BBU STUDENT NETWORK

Clarissa Tan left her native Singapore to pursue an MBA at the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) in Shanghai. We asked her about her aspirations, and how it’s been observing the financial crisis through a Chinese lens.  Why did you decide to do an MBA in China? I wanted to switch careers from business unit control (primarily accounting and control) to private equity.  There is substantial and increasing private equity activity in China compared to Singapore, which is why I am committed to building a career in China. By doing an MBA in China, I can re-tool my skill sets, gain some China-specific knowledge of its economy and industries, and network with China-focused individuals.  Doing an MBA in China also gives me adequate time and opportunity to form friendships and bonds in China. Has studying in China given you a unique perspective on global finance? Yes, studying in China has given me a unique perspective on global finance. One example is to le...

Final-Group Assignment, Presentation, Dr. Dash, 25,11,2010 (0524)

Condolences from MBA students Group D 14 of BBU  

Say Good-bye to Stress Distress Stress has become a part of our everyday lives, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. In extreme cases, stress can even have an adverse effect on our health. Everyone experiences stressors in their lives, but learning to deal with and reduce stress is the key to a happier, more balanced life. Most employees would think that finding a new job is the solution to their stress problems. However, before you take that step, here’s a list of things to do to try and reduce the stress you face. Have Realistic Expectations : Many people demand too much from themselves and from others. They have completely unreasonable expectations for their lives and they soon find themselves disappointed. If you are getting beat by stress, you may be pushing yourself too hard. Slow down for a while, and make sure that your expectations are in line with your current abilities and resources. If not, tweak your plans and rationalise your expectations. ...

Dealing with different Personalities There are four major archetypes of personalities: 1. DOMINANCE: People of the Dominance style like to control their environment by overcoming opposition to accomplish desired results. Characteristics: ·         They enjoy moving people around in their favor. ·         They are direct, forceful, impatient and opinionated. ·         They enjoy being in charge, making decisions, solving problems and getting things done. ·         They tend to thrive on power, prestige and authority, and they can be extremely demanding.  ·         They also fear being taken advantage of by losing control of a situation. ·         When people of this style are negatively motivated, they can become defiant. ·         They ...

Conflict Resolution Resolving conflict rationally and effectively In many cases, conflict in the workplace just seems to be a fact of life. We've all seen situations where different people with different goals and needs have come into conflict. And we've all seen the often-intense personal animosity that can result. The fact that conflict exists, however, is not necessarily a bad thing: As long as it is resolved effectively, it can lead to personal and professional growth.  In many cases, effective conflict resolution skills can make the difference between positive and negative outcomes.  The good news is that by resolving conflict successfully, you can solve many of the problems that it has brought to the surface, as well as getting benefits that you might not at first expect: Increased understanding: The discussion needed to resolve conflict expands people's awareness of the situation, giving them an insight into how they can achieve their own goa...