Indian alumni
Junaid Kazi, India (MA Marketing)
After completing his MA, Junaid stayed in London to work as a business development manager for construction company Sibmar Construction Group.
In this role he set up a new marketing department and formulated the company’s long-term business strategy. "The role was extremely interesting, allowing me to try out everything I learnt on my course, including marketing strategy, market research, marketing communications and finance," he says.
Since then Junaid has gone on to work in project management, IT and communications, and bid management. He is now due to become joint partner in a new business set up with Sibmar’s managing director. He also recently reached the final stages of the Business Leaders of Tomorrow Award.
Junaid chose Kingston for its highly-rated marketing courses and location. "The course was very rigorous and concentrated, with highly experienced tutors and enthusiastic students. It was career-focused – the personal and professional development module in particular was very helpful, teaching things like building your CV and interview techniques."
He says the International Office was helpful with advice on visa information and working in the UK and singles out his course director for her support: "my current job is thanks to her timely guidance".
Zayd Rasool, India (MSc Software Engineering)
Zayd currently works for multi-national healthcare company GlaxoSmithKline as a software engineer. After passing his MSc in 2007 with a distinction, Kingston University’s Careers Service helped him get his first job with an IT company dealing with financial services. "This first job was fantastic and I gained a lot of experience and knowledge, which helped me to secure my new job with GlaxoSmithKline," explains Zayd.
Zayd decided to study an MSc overseas to gain an internationally-recognised qualification. "I was really impressed with the course content and structure of the MSc courses at Kingston," he says. "This, and the University’s reputation for computing courses, made Kingston my first choice."
Ashish Kamdar, India (MBA)
Ashish feels he has benefited both personally and professionally from his time studying for an MBA at Kingston. "The MBA has equipped me with the essentials tools and strategic thinking I needed to change my career track from technical project management to business development," he said.
Ashish chose Kingston for his MBA because of its accreditation by professional bodies and proximity to London. "The course was well structured and kept up to date with current market needs. The entry criteria meant that my classmates were highly experienced professionals from varied fields, which added to the learning experience. Events such as the 'Strategy into Practice' lecture series and industrial visits further enhanced the study experience."
He also found the University's support services – both before and after he arrived at Kingston – very useful. "The student support services are an important and integral part of the University's service provision and for international students a one-stop-shop for all queries, issues and information requests. The support services at Kingston University have helped me feel at home and made my time in the UK even more memorable.
"In fact, I experienced the University's hospitality even before deciding to join thanks to its in-country representatives. My in-country representative had an excellent understanding of my individual needs and career goals, and helped me throughout every aspect of the admission process – right from my initial enquiry through to visa and accommodation advice."
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