Adiza Dwiandrini, Indonesia

MSc Accounting and Finance, Class of 2015

Why did you choose to study this Masters course at Alliance MBS?
I chose the MSc Accounting and Finance course as it offers fields of study that are relevant with my future goal of pursuing both a professional and academic career in accounting and finance. When I saw the courses being offered in the program, I could see that studying at Alliance MBS will deepen and broaden my existing knowledge in a new context to support my future career aspirations. The excellent reputation that University of Manchester holds was also one of my considerations in choosing to pursue my masters here.

What were you doing before your MSc?
Before coming to Manchester, I worked as a financial analyst at a multinational fast-moving consumer goods company in Indonesia for about two years.

What have you been doing since graduation?
After completion of the program, I got an internship at one of the bank in London. As an analyst, I assisted the Deputy Director in conducting comprehensive research on macro and microeconomic conditions and policies of European market. I just recently got back in my home country and have secured more than 5 interviews for various financial analyst jobs in less than a month. I simply can’t wait to kick-start my journey and continue building my career in finance.

How has your time at Alliance Manchester Business School helped you in your current role?
I feel that having an MSc title from Alliance Manchester Business School has put me in a good position in my job searching process as it has opened many career doors for me. MBS has provided me with countless valuable experience and boosted my confidence in a lot of ways. Not to mention the network I gained along the way and the friendships that I know will last a lifetime. The time I spent at MBS has definitely been a professionally and personally rewarding experience for me.

What advice would you give to those considering studying at Alliance Manchester Business School?
I would suggest the interested applicants to get as much information as they can from multiple sources. Not only about the program, but also about living in Manchester itself. These information are absolutely necessary for one to be able to make an informed decision whether studying at Alliance Manchester Business School is the best fit for them or not. Speaking as a graduate who had spent an absolutely wonderful year in Manchester, I would definitely recommend you to apply and experience it yourself!