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Lessons from a Summer in Venture Capital
Haashir Sheikh, a BSc Economics, Finance and Management student at Queen Mary University of London, spent his summer gaining valuable experience in the venture capital and startup ecosystem.
Date added: Thursday, June 4, 2026
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SEF in the City: Best green spaces for a break
Looking for the perfect spot to take a break in the city? Akua Nkansah, a second-year Economics, Finance and Management student at Queen Mary University of London, shares her top green space picks in our brand-new series, SEF in the City. Going beyond the lecture hall, the series brings the London student experience to life, highlighting the best ways to enjoy the city alongside your studies.
Date added: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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Marketing with purpose: My year in the Banking and Finance Society (QMBFS)
Emma Chapeland, a second-year Economics, Finance and Management student at Queen Mary University of London, reflects on her experience as Marketing Director of the Queen Mary Banking and Finance Society (QMBFS) during the 2024/2025 academic year. In this blog, she shares how she found her place in the society, what it taught her, and why working with a passionate team made all the difference.
Date added: Friday, November 14, 2025
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Breaking into finance: My summer at Wells Fargo
Mariya, a third-year BSc Economics, Finance and Management student at Queen Mary University of London, spent her summer interning at Wells Fargo within the Financial Crime Operations team. In this blog, she shares her top tips for making the most of a micro-internship, from the application process to day-to-day success on the job.
Date added: Friday, August 1, 2025
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My qNomics journey and the power of ESG – A stepping stone to investment banking
Haashir, a first-year BSc Economics, Finance and Management student at Queen Mary University of London, shares his personal journey with qNomics and answers key questions about how the programme can help boost your skills, confidence, and future career prospects.
Date added: Friday, June 27, 2025
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From Mile End to Malibu: Jasmine’s year abroad at UCLA
In this blog, Jasmine, a BSc Economics student at Queen Mary, shares her experience spending a year abroad at UCLA. From navigating a new academic system to soaking up California’s vibrant culture, Jasmine reflects on what she learned—both inside and outside the classroom—and how the experience shaped her personal and academic growth.
Date added: Thursday, July 20, 2023
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Spreadsheets & soundtracks: A year in industry with Universal Music
Yvonne, a BSc Economics and Finance student at Queen Mary University of London, took her passion for numbers into the heart of the music industry during her Year in Industry. Spending 12 months as a Global Financial Planning and Analysis Intern at Universal Music Group, she gained hands-on experience in corporate finance while working alongside some of the biggest names in the business. In this blog, Yvonne shares what it was like to work at a global entertainment company, the skills she developed, and how the placement shaped her career ambitions.
Date added: Thursday, November 23, 2023
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A year abroad at Miami University: An Economics and Politics perspective
Rohil, a BSc Economics and Politics student at Queen Mary University of London, spent a transformative year abroad studying at Miami University in Ohio, USA. Immersed in a new academic environment and a different political culture, Rohil explored American campus life, made lifelong friendships, and gained a fresh perspective on international economics and politics. In this blog, he reflects on the personal and academic impact of his year abroad—and why he recommends the experience to other students considering it.
Date added: Monday, August 1, 2022
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SEF in the City: I studied all over London…so you don’t have to
Hale, BSc Economics student, explores London and shares some of her favourite alternative study spots. Going beyond the lecture hall, SEF in The City brings the London student experience to life, highlighting the best ways to enjoy the city alongside your studies.
Date added: Monday, August 31, 2026