Student Stories

Where it all started 

Working in finance was a dream of my mother’s. She wanted me to grow up to be a successful accountant or finance officer. In the Philippines, it was expected that children followed their parent…

Vamshi Grandhe began his career journey as an Aerospace Engineer in India but found his true calling in the world of start-ups, venture capital and business management in the digital space when he made a career transition in Australia.

For Vamshi, being able to build start-ups and digital ventures, and…

It all started in Kindergarten

I was only 7 years old and in Kindergarten when I received my first leadership role. My teacher selected me to be the president of my class, probably because I was the eldest. At home, my Dad consistently reminded me, ‘You must develop leadership skills. Wherever you go,…

Giselle was only 15 years old when she was hired for her first IT job. She has worked in various roles through the years, from software development to business analysis. After enrolling in an MBA, where she developed leadership skills and confidence, she quickly became a Lead Developer of a global consultancy. Like…

Featuring Kevin Nguyen / Vietnamese / Bachelor of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management)

By the time he was 28 years old, Kevin had become the successful owner, and franchise manager of four Roll’d stores in Queensland and later became the General Manager for the Bavarian…