SP Jain School of Global Management, recognized as one of the top business schools globally, has celebrated the achievements of its Master of Global Business (MGB) students for the academic year 2023. A remarkable 91% of the cohort successfully secured prestigious international internships in major business hubs like Singapore and Dubai. Dubai emerged as the primary choice, with an impressive 64% of students obtaining internships in its dynamic business environment. Additionally, 27% of students received internship offers from companies based in Singapore, highlighting the effectiveness of the MGB program in equipping students for success in diverse global markets.
The internship placements highlighted a diverse range of talents, with students securing coveted positions across multiple industries. Leading the placements were the technology sector, followed by consulting, logistics and supply chain, financial services, FMCG, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and other sectors. Sales and marketing roles constituted 42% of the offers in functional domains, with finance and operations/supply chain each accounting for 20%. Consulting and analytics roles made up 15% of the offers, while other roles comprised 3%.
Noteworthy companies extending internship offers included global leaders such as Deloitte, LVMH, Amazon, Dabur, Robert Bosch, Landmark Group, Sharaf DG, General Mills, Odex, Unilever, Protiviti, Danzas DHL, Hilti, Unimas Consulting, MBG Corporate Services, Movado Group, Himalaya Wellness, Siemens Healthineers, Stanley Black & Decker, Asian Paints, CEVA Logistics, Philips Health, Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce, Schneider Electric and others.
Dr Balakrishna Grandhi, Dean of the MGB and Global MBA programs at SP Jain Global, remarked, “The resounding success of our students in securing coveted international roles underscores the transformative power of an SP Jain Global education. Our graduates possess not just academic prowess, but the adaptability, cross-cultural competence, and strategic thinking essential for thriving in today’s interconnected business landscape”.
Reflecting on her program experience, MGB graduate Surabhi Agarwal stated, “My 6-month ULIP internship at Unilever, Dubai, enhanced my talent through real and professional work experience. It gave me an opportunity to work in cross-functional teams on challenging projects in a very supportive learning environment, getting direct professional development support from Unilever leaders. I am grateful to all my mentors for this opportunity”.
Chahek Agarwal, who secured a coveted internship with Philips Healthcare Singapore, shared, “My internship has been very enriching for both my professional and personal life. Even in a short span, I gained deep insights about social media marketing. Along with my experience at SP Jain Global, it has truly intensified my business acumen, which has tremendously helped me in establishing my small venture, Delicaci Patisserie. I will always cherish this experience”.
Spanning three vibrant cities—Singapore, Sydney, and Dubai—the SP Jain Global MGB program empowers students with a robust skill set and a global mindset crucial for thriving in today's business environment. The program emphasizes cultural adaptability and agility, essential qualities in the contemporary corporate world. A distinctive feature of SP Jain’s MGB program is its mandatory 4-month internship, offering students practical insights and firsthand experience in real-world business environments.
