We invite you to schedule your one on one Zoom chat with our current students who graciously serve as the MSF ambassadors. They look forward to sharing their experience/knowledge about MSF, Gies and UIUC with you. Read their short bios below and click here to submit your request to chat with our student ambassadors.
Bachelors of Business Administration and Law
Symbiosis International University, India
Languages : English, Hindi, French and Punjabi
from Dhanbad, India
About Aanika:
I’m a first-year MSF student with a blend of experience in FP&A and sustainability, backed by a dual degree in Business Administration and Law from Symbiosis International University. My journey has taken me from conducting cutting-edge research in alternative finance at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, Kellogg School of Management, Columbia Business School, and Amazon, to exploring the intersection of fintech and green finance. I’m now eager to leverage this diverse background to craft innovative solutions that merge investment banking, research, and compliance, driving meaningful change in the financial world.
Bachelor of Business Administration
ADA University, Azerbaijan
Languages : English, Azerbaijani, French, Russian, Turkish
from Baku, Azerbaijan
About Mehri:
I am a second year MSF student. Upon obtaining my undergraduate degree in Business Administration, I worked for 2 Big-4 companies for 3 years as an Audit Associate and was promoted to a Senior Associate role. With the goal of leveraging my strong background in financial analysis and becoming a well-rounded finance professional, I joined the MSF program at Gies which is renowned for its cutting-edge research and distinguished faculty. I am currently pursuing Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program and planning to build my career in Asset Management/Investment Banking industry.
Bachelor of Science in Finance
National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Languages : English, Mandarin Chinese
from Taipei, Taiwan
About Tzu-Yi (Nicole):
I am a second year MSF student from Taiwan. I have been actively engaging in multiple internship opportunities, cultivating a strong interest in, but not limited to, the domain of Corporate Finance. I anticipate myself to continuously elevate my proficiency in the dynamic field of finance and gain certifications at Gies to fortify my expertise after graduation.
MBA in Finance
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science
NMIMS, India
Languages : English, Hindi
from Jaipur, India
About Pranjal:
I am a second year MSF student with a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and an MBA in Finance. I have worked as a Finance Analyst at Federal Bank in the credit risk team and completed a summer internship at Freddie Mac as a Quantitative Risk Management intern. I am looking to advance my career in risk management, where I can apply my skills and experience to make a meaningful impact. The Gies MS Finance Program has empowered me with cutting-edge knowledge and tools, preparing me to excel in the ever-evolving financial industry.
Bachelor of Business Administration
The Ohio State University, USA
Languages : English, Mandarin Chinese
from Shannxi, China
About Ruofei:
I am a first-year MSF student from China with a strong interest in international finance and consulting. Building on four years of rigorous study in finance during my undergraduate education, I have been actively engaging in multiple internship opportunities to deepen my expertise. I look forward to continuously enhancing my skills and gaining certifications at Gies to further solidify my knowledge and professional capabilities after graduation.
Bachelor of Management
Tianjin University of Science and Technology, China
Languages : English, Mandarin Chinese
from Tianjin, China
About Yijia:
I joined the MSF program in 2023. My previous internship experience in four different roles in the finance industry confirmed my aspiration to pursue a career in this field. The MSF program equips me with the relevant skills and knowledge to advance my professional development and prepares me for a role as an ESG risk analyst.
