2023 IMBA Information Session is here, providing a platform to stand out in the post-pandemic era

The strike of the pandemic has risen a brand-new form of working, telecommute, which accelerated the change of recruiting in the international marketplace. Only people with international perspective and interdisciplinary skills could break the limitation of geography, gaining more opportunities. Thus, NCCU IMBA gathered prestigious professors and well-known corporate leaders, aiming not only to provide an English language learning environment, but also provides fertile ground for fostering the mindset and cross-disciplinary skills to remain the IMBAders competitive. The once a year information session was held in Oct. 22nd, attracting perspective students who want to grab the world trend in the post-pandemic era.

The information session begun with the speech delivered by current IMBA director, Jason C.H. Tsai(蔡政憲), who introduced the application process, diverse curricula and excellent teachers. Tsai emphasized that the faculty could advance students not only in domain knowledge, but also broaden their industry experience and develop leadership skills. Tsai believes that it is more likely for students with work experiences to spark inspiration and deeper perspective.

In order to let participants know more details about IMBA program, six alumni were invited for experience sharing. Speaking of the diversity in nationality and expertise background, Kyle Craymer(柯能默), current president of Student Council, said that it could be a little challenging at times, but if you go with an open mind, you will learn quite a lot by receiving different viewpoints and grow as a person, too. He wrapped up the motivation to apply for IMBA program by mentioning “Investment in knowledge pays the best interests, you are not just learning, you are investing in your own growth.”

The Dual Degree Program partnering with various prestigious schools in Europe and the US is another feature of IMBA program. Students only need to finish the one-year program and are able to join partner graduate schools in the US, France, German, Austria, gaining two master degrees within two years. Wendy Chi (紀佳軒)was invited to share as a Dual Degree student of ESCP Business School, which is the top business school in France. Because of the multinational student profile, she mentioned that she had more opportunities to step out of her comfort zone to approach and interact with European students. She encouraged students to make the most of the resources which are available, “Explore yourself, be dare to dream.” she concluded.

For those who are under incumbency, key to balance among work, life and school work is the most concerned issue. Francis Chang(張凱翔) shared his imbalanced life in the first semester, which he called it the bitter time. However, “working so hard day in and day out with a bunch of students around you gradually built chemicals between you and your classmates.” He believes that those bounds are invaluable. Luckily, after he got accustomed, he started to enjoy such intense but purpose-for process. “The most important gains that I would like to share is every pressure, every challenge actually lies the foundation of becoming the better form of myself.” During his IMBA study period, Chang even attended clubs to contribute to the society. Chang’s successful experience showed that as long as you are determined, it is possible for part-time students to enjoy colorful school life.

The IMBA family day was held by IMBA Alumni Association at NCCU President’s House after the information session, providing perspective students to interact with IMBA alumni and current students for receiving more IMBA information.

The online application period will be open from Nov. 29th, 2022 till Dec. 13th, 2022, 3:00 PM. Those who are willing to increase international engagement and explore more potentials are welcomed to apply. Join NCCU IMBA, stand out from the crowd in the post-pandemic era and get your early bird tickets to grab the world opportunity. For more information, please visit: https://imba.nccu.edu.tw/en/Admissions/ApplicationProcess