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9 November 2026 | Filed in gmba, milestones | Leave a CommentThe formal letter has arrived: the Global MBA Board of Examiners has confirmed the conferment of my Master of Business Administration degree. It is now official, and it feels good to pause and let that sink in. 🎓
When I first wrote about starting this journey, I knew that balancing postgraduate study with full-time work and family life would be demanding. Knowing that, however, was quite different from living it. I had been offered the opportunity to take the 18-month Global MBA Accelerated programme. By the second term, somewhere between work deadlines, lectures, group discussions, and writing assignments, I was beginning to question what I had signed up for!
There were personal hurdles along the way, too. Getting to the end meant finding time and energy when both already felt fully accounted for. Now that it is finished, I feel a deep sense of fulfilment, and above all, gratitude.
A milestone we share
First and foremost, all glory and praise to God for His provision and the strength to see this journey through to the end. To my wife, Mae, and our children: thank you. While I moved between work responsibilities and coursework, you kept our family grounded. Thank you for your patience, encouragement, and the everyday sacrifices that made room for me to study. The letter may carry my name, but this achievement belongs to all of us.
Thankful for the people along the way
To my classmates, professors, and mentors at Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester, and Manchester Worldwide (S.E. Asia): thank you for the learning, thoughtful challenges, and support throughout the programme. The sharp insights and late-night group discussions were an important part of this experience. I am grateful to have shared the journey with people who brought different perspectives and helped me see beyond my own.
Taking a moment before what comes next
For now, I want to resist the urge to move straight to the next goal. This is a moment to celebrate with my family, acknowledge what it took to get here, and thank the people who made it possible. One demanding and meaningful chapter has come to a close. I look forward to what comes next; with gratitude for everything, and everyone, that brought me this far.