Taking up the Clever Harvey JuniorMBA in Finance was a thrilling and life-changing experience for me. Being a part of my CAS (Creativity, Activity, and Service) experience, this course gave me a chance to acquire financial literacy, analytical mind, and problem-solving abilities. In this blog, I will share my learning experience, difficulties, and how this course has influenced my personal and academic development.
LO1: Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
I had a general knowledge of finance but no systematic knowledge of business models, financial planning, and investment prior to undertaking this course. During the JuniorMBA, I found that my strengths lay in interpreting financial data and understanding market trends. I also recognized areas of improvement, including comprehending balance sheets and forecasting financial statements.
LO2: Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process
Grasping complicated financial ideas such as risk management and return on investment was one of the largest challenges I had to overcome. But through case studies and practical applications, I slowly gained a better understanding. I also refined my research and critical thinking abilities, which allowed me to better analyze financial choices.
LO3: Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience
Planning and time management were essential in completing this program. I planned my coursework, established personal goals for every module, and kept a learning journal for monitoring my progress. It helped me stay focused while managing my schoolwork and other CAS activities.
LO4: Show commitment to and perseverance in CAS experiences
Finance is a challenging profession that calls for ongoing education. During the program, I was dedicated to fulfilling every assignment and engaging in class discussions. Even when certain concepts proved difficult, I stayed determined by going back over lessons, getting guidance from mentors, and doing practice using real-world financial examples.
LO5: Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively
One of the highlights of this program was case study solving in groups and replicating actual financial decisions. Group work with fellow students from varying backgrounds helped me learn about varied viewpoints and enhance my communication and teamwork skills. These activities made me realize how crucial collaboration is in the finance sector.
LO6: Demonstrate engagement with issues of global significance
The JuniorMBA course taught me how finance affects global economies, companies, and individuals. Areas such as financial inclusion, stock markets, and economic sustainability made me realize the wider implications of financial choices. I understood how ethical finance practices can drive economic growth and social well-being.
LO7: Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and actions
Ethics is fundamental in finance, and the program opened my eyes to its importance. We covered issues such as ethical investing, corporate social responsibility, and the implications of financial fraud. I was made more aware of the ethical implications in financial decision-making and the need for business integrity.
By doing this CAS experience, I have developed intellectually and personally. Clever Harvey JuniorMBA in Finance has equipped me with financial know-how and capability that will help me in my future life. I appreciate the opportunity and I am eager to use my knowledge to make intelligent financial choices in my life and elsewhere.
