Year: 2024

Reconnecting with City and Bayes alumni at receptions in Beijing and Shanghai

In March, City and Bayes returned to China for the first time in four years for two alumni receptions. Over 300 alumni, prospective students, guests and staff attended events in Beijing and Shanghai hosted by Professors Juliet John, Vice-President (Education), and André Spicer, Executive Dean, Bayes Business School. Both events also featured a talk from…Continue Reading Reconnecting with City and Bayes alumni at receptions in Beijing and Shanghai

Barry Wood (BSc Engineering, 1974) – 50 years a City man and counting

Ahead of the 50th anniversary reunion of the BSc Civil Engineering class of 1974 in July, we spoke to organiser Barry Wood (BSc Engineering, 1974). During our conversation he reflected on his student days at City, his career and his experience as a Visiting Lecturer at City since 2008.   What motivated you to organise…Continue Reading Barry Wood (BSc Engineering, 1974) – 50 years a City man and counting

The City Global Impact Programme – immersing students in working cultures and industries

Are you interested in giving students from disadvantaged backgrounds a chance to see the reality of working in your industry and company up close, boosting their chances of employment along the way? If so, then the new City Global Impact Programme could provide just such an opportunity to lend young people a professional helping hand….Continue Reading The City Global Impact Programme – immersing students in working cultures and industries

Forbes India-listed Bayes alumni siblings launch The Little Farm Co, a community-led organic business venture

Listed by Forbes India in 2020 and 2024 respectively, Niharika Bhargava (MSc Marketing, Strategy and Innovation, 2015) and Aditya Bhargava (MSc Management, 2019) recount their journey through Bayes, their respective accolades and the creation of their family business venture The Little Farm Co. What brought you to Bayes Business School in the first place? Niharika: “Marketing…Continue Reading Forbes India-listed Bayes alumni siblings launch The Little Farm Co, a community-led organic business venture

A Message from the Dean – April 2024

Professor André Spicer

Dear Friends, I have just returned from a hugely rewarding and enjoyable series of alumni events in China and Hong Kong. As ever, it was inspiring to learn  more about the innovative and successful ways our graduates are putting into practice what they learnt at Bayes. It also provided further networking opportunities for alumni, one…Continue Reading A Message from the Dean – April 2024

Congratulations to Bayes and City Alumnae Finalists at UK India Achievers

Launched last year to commemorate 75 years since India’s independence, the India-UK Achievers Honours celebrates the professional and social contributions of Indians who have studied in the UK. The initiative is led by the National Indian Students and Alumni Union UK (NISAU) in partnership with the British Council. What’s more, the India UK Achievers Honours…Continue Reading Congratulations to Bayes and City Alumnae Finalists at UK India Achievers

Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein

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Spring has sprung in London and there is a wonderful feeling of  energy and excitement in the air at your University! I was delighted to share with you recently that we have signed an agreement with St George’s, University of London to combine our institutions creating a merged university. This is a milestone development for…Continue Reading Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein

In Conversation with Mirna Sleiman (Executive MBA Dubai, 2019)

Mirna’s diverse career has spanned government relations, business strategy, digital communications and journalism. Wishing to further extend her experience and knowledge, Mirna studied an Executive MBA at Bayes Business School’s Dubai centre, graduating in 2019. Mirna is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Fintech Galaxy, an open innovation platform that enables open banking and finance…Continue Reading In Conversation with Mirna Sleiman (Executive MBA Dubai, 2019)

Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein: City and St George’s sign merger agreement

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Dear Alumni, We have signed an agreement with St George’s, University of London, the outstanding and long-established medical and health school, to combine our institutions creating a merged university. This development marks an important milestone for both City and St George’s, bringing together each of our strengths to form one world-class institution. By combining City’s…Continue Reading Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein: City and St George’s sign merger agreement

Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein

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Here’s to 2024! I hope the new year has got off to a good start for you, your family and friends. First, a moment to look back at 2023. Despite a very challenging environment we have been extraordinarily successful over the past year: landing our new strategy, delivering on organisational change, collectively improving City’s student…Continue Reading Message from City President, Professor Sir Anthony Finkelstein