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Many future-focused professionals come to Hult to accelerate a career change. In fact, an impressive\u00a098% of our alumni change location, industry, or function<\/strong>\u00a0when they graduate.<\/p>\n

Before Hult, Class of 2017 alumna Nicole Tobar<\/strong> was working for a major tobacco company in her native Ecuador. Having progressed to a senior branding role, she decided she was ready for a new challenge. “I think what drove me was the search for the next milestone in my career,” she recalls. “I wanted a platform that would allow me to discover new places and industries.”<\/p>\n

So, she packed her bags and headed to Boston to start her Masters in International Business<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0at Hult.<\/p>\n

After the intensive one-year program, Nicole landed her dream-job at beauty giant\u00a0L’Or\u00e9al as\u00a0Product Manager for Lanc\u00f4me Fragrances.<\/strong>\u00a0Now based in Miami, Nicole credits her time at Hult with helping her develop the skills, network, and confidence she needed to make her biggest career move.<\/p>\n

“Not only have I had the opportunity to switch industries, but I am discovering a new amazing city: Miami,” Nicole says.<\/p>\n

“All the tools and soft skills I developed at Hult were definitely key to tailoring my professional profile and getting me where I am today.”<\/p>\n

We had the chance to ask Nicole a few questions about her time at Hult and how her studies became the catalyst for a career change.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What is it like studying business at Hult?<\/h3>\n

Dynamic and diverse.<\/strong> I think it is the only school in the world where you are immersed in such a diverse environment, which gives you the chance to work with people from all over the world.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole
Hult helped me see the world and embrace life as part of the #GlobalGeneration.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Even though I had worked in a multinational company before, this was the first time I was actually involved<\/em> in an international environment. Cultural differences, language barriers, and different ways of working were obstacles, but we learned to overcome them through empathy.<\/p>\n

The program is also tailored to help you develop the leadership skills that will be key in the next step in your career. I considered many schools before choosing Hult, and I am happy to say I made the right choice. I was searching for a hands-on curriculum where I can put my learning to work every day, and that is exactly what I got.<\/p>\n

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“The program is tailored to help you develop the leadership skills that will be key in the next step in your career.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Were you involved in any clubs or societies on campus?<\/h3>\n

I was very involved with the school. I started in the Marketing Club<\/strong> as their PR manager, where I was able to bring in very cool companies like Hubspot<\/a>\u00a0to campus. Later on, I got involved with the Hult Prize<\/a><\/strong> and worked as head volunteer in the regionals in Boston.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole
Part of the team behind the Hult Prize regionals in Boston.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But my favorite part of getting involved at Hult was having the opportunity to work with Career Services as part of their Corporate Relations team<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Did the Career Development Team help you make this big move in your career?<\/h3>\n

Yes, the Career Team was amazing! If I had to chose three services that made a huge difference for me, I would say:<\/p>\n

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  1. Career Strategy Sessions with my advisor<\/strong>.\u00a0This was the best tool to help set myself goals, strategize my next steps, and learn how to tailor my profile to different opportunities.<\/li>\n
  2. On-campus recruitment events<\/strong>.\u00a0These were, by far, one of my favorite campus events. Not only was I recruited through one of these events, but they are a great opportunity to network with professionals from different industries.<\/li>\n
  3. Alumni Bootcamp events. <\/strong>These proved to be the best\u00a0opportunity to expand my network and better understand where I wanted to be next.\u00a0Plus, having the opportunity to see the success of Hult alumni who came back to share their story really encouraged me to challenge myself.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    \"Nicole
    My dream job! I was recruited by L’Oreal as part of a campus event.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    <\/h3>\n

    How has your time at Hult changed you or helped you achieve your goals?<\/h3>\n

    I think the best example is where I am now: Hult helped me land the job of my dreams.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The program changed me in many ways. Living abroad and making friends\u2014who have become family\u2014from all over the world was amazing. I think Hult opened my mind to a world of endless possibilities.<\/p>\n

    \"Nicole
    Fun fact: I also met my boyfriend during my masters. He’s from Norway, so our paths wouldn’t have crossed without Hult!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    I also learned to lead diverse groups, understand my own role within a team, and determine how I could I match my areas of improvement with other’s strengths to achieve success.\u00a0 Ultimately, Hult helped me develop emotional intelligence<\/strong>, which\u00a0I can apply in any working team or environment.<\/p>\n

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    “Hult helped me land the job of my dreams and develop\u00a0emotional intelligence, which\u00a0I can apply in any working team or environment.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    <\/h3>\n

    How would you finish this sentence? “To me, Hult is…”<\/h3>\n

    …my favorite adventure so far!<\/p>\n

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    Interested in finding out more about the exciting career paths of Hult alumni?<\/p>\n

    Make the most of what your career has to offer with a Masters in International Business<\/a> from Hult. To learn more, take a look at our blog From NYC to NGO: Around the world with a Hult MBA<\/a>, or give your employability a huge boost with an MBA in international business<\/a>. Download a brochure or get in touch today to find out how Hult can help you to explore everything about the business world, the future, and yourself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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