Full-time MBA class of 2024

Our Full-time MBA programme is a 12-month exploration of self-discovery, based in the heart of the City of London. We are proud to highlight 19 different nationalities in our cohort, clearly reflecting London’s status as one of the most cosmopolitan cities on the planet.

Our highly experiential learning increases business knowledge, skills and performance whilst refining students’ ability to think innovatively. They will graduate equipped to put their newly developed skills into practice in an ever-changing global business environment.

Every year on the Full-time MBA, the Recruitment and Admissions team work extremely hard to recruit a diverse cohort, in terms of gender, nationality, industry and function. This year is no exception, as we welcome a highly diverse group of students from a wide variety of organisations including Accenture, Deloitte, Imperial College London, and PricewaterhouseCoopers to name a few.

Our students bring a wealth of professional experiences to the programme. They will need to utilise these prior experience when participating in extensive group work especially during integration weeks and the Strategy Project.

Continuing the globalisation in the classroom, the entire cohort will travel to Portugal for the International Consultancy Week , and have the option to choose from of a multitude of international electives around the world.

Yet again. we are thrilled to have just under 50% female representation in the cohort. The Bayes Women’s Leadership Programme, supports women who are seeking their own version of success, which goes well beyond corporate or entrepreneurial leadership. Marian Han was last years’ GWLP scholar, find out how the 50% scholarship and an leadership programme helped her.

Industries represented on the FTMBA Class of 2024 include:

• Finance - 22%
• Energy - 11%
• IT/Telecoms - 11%
• Engineering/Manufacturing - 9%
• Retail/FMCG - 9%
• Consulting - 5%
• Education/Not for Profit - 5%
• Professional Services - 5%
• Supply Chain - 5%
• Hospitality - 3%
• Legal - 3%
• Marketing/PR - 3%
• Media - 3%
• Pharma/Healthcare - 3%
• Real Estate: 3%

We have a diverse group of students their roles including consultants, directors, managers, and entrepreneurs.

This year we have a former Cyprus National Guard Sergeant, a podcast creator, a founder of a digital design studio, a former president of the Australian young professionals toastmasters, a graduate from Le Cordon Bleu in London, a weekly pub quiz host, a college football enthusiast, a member of a Scottish pipe band, someone who was on the Cypriot national basketball team, a partner in a craft beer importing company, a former captain of the New Zealand and Fiji netball team, a mermaid diver, paraglider, a harpist and an off-road explorer.

Several of our students have featured in publications such as Vogue Scandinavia and Dazed Journal, with another listed in IN Business magazine as ‘The Ones to Watch in 2023’.

Meet the FTMBA students

Sebastian Pizarro

Nationality: Chilean/Italian
Job role before starting the MBA: Marketing Manager Europe & Middle East at Santa Rita Estates

What attracted you to Bayes and the Full-time MBA?

The Full-time MBA programme was a perfect fit for what I felt I needed to continue developing my career. I´ve been working in the wine industry for more than 6 years and having the opportunity to interact with other industries/sectors was invaluable for me.

What do you hope to gain from the Full-time MBA?

I´ve always worked in sales and marketing positions so this is an excellent opportunity to learn from my classmates who all work in different industries/countries/cultures, which in the long run will help me to explore business opportunities to implement in Chile in the future.

What aspects of the Full-time MBA are you most looking forward to?

All the workshops and practical learning activities. The international consultancy week is also something that calls my attention, having the opportunity to deep dive into a different industry/country is something that I had never experienced before.

Melanie Arango

Nationality: American/Colombian
Job role before starting the MBA: General Manager at 1 Trade Logistics

What attracted you to Bayes and the Full-time MBA?

Bayes piqued my interest initially due to its world-class reputation and centralised location in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Through conversations with alumni and staff, I knew that the programme provided a perfect balance of academic development and hands-on experiences in a diverse, collaborative community. In addition, Bayes’ strong relationships with businesses in various industries provided the perfect framework to grow my professional network and learn from well-respected professionals who are experts in their field.  Most importantly, Bayes creates an innovative environment that would allow me to further develop my personal brand and energize me as I take the next step in my career.

What do you hope to gain from the Full-time MBA?

Through the course of the MBA, I look forward to gaining a better awareness of the global market through different perspectives provided by the diverse curriculum.  This coupled with real world experiences will allow me to build on my interpersonal and leadership skills, allowing me to re-enter the workforce more stimulated and confident to take on any challenge I am presented with.

What aspects of the Full-time MBA are you most looking forward to?

I’m most looking forward to participating in our International Consultancy Week- both to demonstrate our capabilities in a real-world setting and to share an exciting adventure with my cohort!

James Moore

Nationality: British
Job role before starting the MBA: Treasury Manager at Imperial College London

What attracted you to Bayes and the Full-time MBA?

The allure of Bayes with its location in the heart of the City of London and multi-decade long track record of academic excellence could not be matched for a program where networking and access to prospective employers is vital.

The immersive and intensive nature of the Full-time MBA suits my learning style and was a great fit for someone determined to put their foot on the accelerator of their career.

What do you hope to gain from the Full-time MBA?

Long-lasting relationships with an immensely talented diverse cohort of ambitious professionals. Plus, the network and skills necessary to forge a rewarding career in the years ahead.

What aspects of the Full-time MBA are you most looking forward to?

Making the most out of all the plethora of exciting opportunities the Full-time program has to offer: networking, upskilling, the international electives – to name a few. And most importantly just enjoying the experience and having fun!