Year: 2023

In conversation with Andia Chakava (MBA, 2011)

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At Bayes Business School and City, University of London, we are celebrating Black Futures Month, a reimagining of Black History Month, focused on the future of Black excellence, liberation and collective Black joy! As the theme this year is #SalutingOurSisters, we’re highlighting some of our Black alumnae, who have made a huge difference to their…Continue Reading In conversation with Andia Chakava (MBA, 2011)

In conversation with Elizabeth Masiyiwa (BSc Hons Banking and International Finance, 2014)

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At Bayes Business School and City, University of London, we are celebrating Black Futures Month, a reimagining of Black History Month, focused on the future of Black excellence, liberation and collective Black joy! As the theme this year is #SalutingOurSisters, we’re highlighting some of our Black alumnae, who have made a huge difference to their…Continue Reading In conversation with Elizabeth Masiyiwa (BSc Hons Banking and International Finance, 2014)

A message from Professor André Spicer, Dean of Bayes Business School – October 2023

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Dear Alumni, It has been a year full of new challenges, but also many new accomplishments and successes: we introduced new scholarships and initiatives to widen participation amongst our students, we received a collection of positive rankings, we made improvements to our workload model, we created new programmes, we ran a series of successful alumni…Continue Reading A message from Professor André Spicer, Dean of Bayes Business School – October 2023

City Law School alumna publishes two new books

Author, data protection officer and member of the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, Judith Ratcliffe (PG Dip Professional Legal Skills, 2010), has had a very busy year showcasing her excellent range in writing by publishing her third children’s book, as well as a practical guide to help prevent personal data breaches and protect people…Continue Reading City Law School alumna publishes two new books

Supporting Food Security and Livelihoods through strategic foresight

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As the Global Lead for Strategic Foresight at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Ben Holt (MSc Innovation, Creativity and Leadership (MICL), 2018) works on numerous humanitarian challenges and supports teams around the world who are facing different types of crises. We recently spoke to Ben about one particular project…Continue Reading Supporting Food Security and Livelihoods through strategic foresight

Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein – July 2023

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Summer has arrived in London and we are getting ready to celebrate City’s Class of 2023 as they are about to graduate and venture into their careers – equipped with a brand-new degree certificate and determined to make a difference to society around the world. It has been a busy time on campus. We continue…Continue Reading Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein – July 2023

Novels, novels and more novels – an interview with a trio of MA Creative Writing alumnae

After studying and graduating together, a trio of MA Creative Writing (Novels) alumnae from the Class of 2010 have all published their new novels this summer. To mark the occasion, they held a joint reading in central London, giving their audience an opportunity to hear snippets of each of their thrilling books. We caught up…Continue Reading Novels, novels and more novels – an interview with a trio of MA Creative Writing alumnae

King’s Birthday Honours 2023

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The King’s Birthday Honours list recognises the achievements and services of people across the UK, from all walks of life. We are delighted to announce and congratulate our City and Bayes alumni who have been recognised for their commitment to various services in the King’s Birthday Honours 2023. Commanders of the Order of the British…Continue Reading King’s Birthday Honours 2023

2023 highlights from Alumni & Supporter Relations

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City’s global alumni network is a real asset to the University, current students and all our alumni actively engaged to progress their careers as well as professional and social networks. Hannah Thackwray, Head of Bayes Alumni Relations, reflects on the successes of the year, and the ways the community has come together. With the restrictions…Continue Reading 2023 highlights from Alumni & Supporter Relations

Wealth management thesis wins prestigious Worshipful Company of International Bankers Prize

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After researching and writing a compelling thesis which considered whether digital assets should form part of a modern-day investment portfolio, Gemma Samworth (MBA, 2021) has been awarded the prestigious Worshipful Company of International Bankers (WCIB) Prize 2022, for the best dissertation. Given the emergence of digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, Gemma’s award-winning…Continue Reading Wealth management thesis wins prestigious Worshipful Company of International Bankers Prize