Pooja Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt’s decision to enroll in Goizueta Business School was driven by her goal to expand her professional network and enhance her business skills. Before joining the Two-Year MBA program, Pooja had a diverse background in science, working in forensic sciences, nanotechnology, and the pharma sector. She later transitioned into an executive sales role, combining her scientific background with sales and consulting. Inspired by this role, she wanted to gain a broader understanding of business to leverage alongside her scientific knowledge.

Feeling ready for the next step of her career, she decided to pursue an MBA. Goizueta’s emphasis on personalized education and data-driven leadership perfectly aligned with her aspirations. From the start of her admissions journey, she felt the experience was personal and engaging. The small cohort and internship opportunity made the program stand out for her. She adds, “I really felt that it was an authentic and genuine place, and that’s what really called me and attracted me to it.”

Student life at Goizueta is immersive, dynamic, and deeply collaborative, emphasizing inclusivity and engagement. Pooja particularly enjoys meeting new people and expanding her network. She also stresses the importance of interacting with students from various programs, which broadens perspectives and enriches discussions. She highlights, “There is no limit to how much you can socialize and how much you can network and learn from other people. Not just in the MBA but also from other programs like the Executive MBA, Master in Management, Master of Finance, and tons of other programs with whom we get the opportunity to talk, meet, and discuss.”

The collaborative environment at Goizueta seamlessly complements its emphasis on experiential learning.

Pooja’s internship experience at Analytik Jena has been one of her highlights. She explains, “The internship that I had with Analytik-Jena, which is an Endress+Hauser company, over the summer, was truly an eye-opening experience.”

Goizueta offers more than just internship opportunities; it provides extensive career coaching and preparation to ensure students succeed. This practical application of skills exemplifies the value of Goizueta’s immersive and hands-on approach to business education. Pooja shares, “There were general interpersonal skills that I was able to develop throughout the process, including networking and recruiting, that were real golden keys for me that I could also use during my internship.”