Elnara Khalilova

This interview was originally shared while Elnara was studying for her MBA at Newcastle University Business School. Since graduating, she has continued to build on her experience and apply her MBA learnings in her career.

Q&A

How has the full-fee scholarship supported your plans to do an MBA?

The MBA Responsible Impact Scholarship gave me one of the most significant opportunities in my life as studying MBA at Newcastle University in the UK was one of my biggest goals. The last few years have been difficult with the challenges from the pandemic, but I worked really hard to reach my goal and this scholarship created a strong step for me to reach my goal in the best way possible. This scholarship has been great; I have strengthened my skills and received support along the way which will benefit my future career plans, as well as my whole life.

What sort of a positive impact has the MBA full-fee scholarship and programme had on your life?

The MBA Responsible Impact Scholarship encouraged me to consider the challenges of the MBA programme at Newcastle University Business School. I always had concerns and lack of self-belief on studying an MBA programme, but now I feel more confident and motivated, believing in myself. I have proved to myself that I can do anything which I considered once as impossible.

How was your experience when applying for the scholarship?

The application process for the MBA Responsible Impact Scholarship was very accurate and clear. All the guidelines and steps were very detailed. The period and timing of waiting for and getting the result were fast and on time which gave me the opportunity to organise my visa application procedure and my ongoing work. The Admissions Team were always on hand to help and answer any questions.

What are your career plans when completing the MBA programme?

I am willing to be a successful leader in Human Resource Management and go on with my career in one of the well-known organisations. I am willing to contribute to the firm with the knowledge and skills I am gaining through my MBA journey, as well as my practical experience. Moreover, within the next five years, I am planning to contribute to the academic literature with my research ideas and works.

Do you have any advice for those thinking of applying for a full-fee scholarship?

Believe in yourself and be brave. This will open lots of doors for you and lots of opportunities that you cannot even imagine. My personal opinion is and always was that education is one of the biggest strengths that you can have. Therefore, the full-fee scholarship is one of the biggest opportunities for you to build your knowledge!