Renaldas Daugela BA Business Management and Modern Languages Essex’s global reputation in the social sciences, the research- led teaching, and above all, the diverse international community convinced me to choose Essex. One of the defining moments of my undergraduate degree was my year abroad at Università Bocconi in Milan. I studied everything from Organisational Behaviour and Social Psychology to Global Sustainability Strategy and Creativity Management. Some classes were taught in English, others in Italian – which forced me to adapt, grow, and eventually become fluent. Outside the classroom, Milan offered culture, friendships, and an expanded worldview. That year boosted my CV, but more importantly, it expanded my confidence and sense of independence. I joined one of Europe’s leading EdTech start-ups, Memby, as a Sales and Affiliate Marketing Manager. Working remotely, I managed partnerships, built affiliate networks, and sharpened my skills with tools like HubSpot and Slack.
On campus, I threw myself into community roles: from being a Student Ambassador and Italian Language Mentor to working as a Registration Assistant, helping new students settle into life at Essex. Each role added another layer of skills that I would carry forward into my career. Looking back at my time at Essex, the highlights go far beyond grades and awards (though I was proud to make the Dean’s List twice and win the Final Year Prize for Italian). The real highlights were the moments of growth – cooking my first proper meal as a student, navigating life in Milan, and meeting people who became friends for life. I am now working at Future Anthem as a Commercial Executive.
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