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Muhammad Khalid Mushtaq

Finance Manager, German Development Cooperation (GIZ)

Having a degree from ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ has provided me a clear distinction in my professional career and the skills and knowledge I have gained has helped me in performing my job in the best way.

Memories of ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ

It was a great time at university. I remember enjoying a cup of coffee and my favourite chocolate bar, Snickers, after a long day of classes. Also, at weekends I used to sit in ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ Park with friends. Every moment was precious.

I am from a remote part of Kashmir, Pakistan, and it was always a dream to study in the UK. The Business School offered a wide range of subjects in business studies and I was grateful to get a positive response from ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ after applying.

I learned a lot during my studies. The knowledge of the subject, my writing and presentation skills, and ability to take on challenging tasks, have all improved. It was great studying at ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ, and I feel like it’s my second home.

Life after ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ

I pursued a career in the humanitarian and development sectors in Pakistan. I am delighted to have worked with organisations including the European Commission, UNDP, UN Habitat, and currently with the German Development Agency. My postgraduate degree from ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ has played a major role in my career.

The study pattern and methodology were totally new for me and with a little struggle I got acquainted with the system, coursework, long hours of classes, and especially the dissertation. All of this has given me a new set of skills that I have used throughout my career.

I am looking forward to coming back to ÐÓ°ÉappÏÂÔØ to visit the university this September, after 17 years, and coming back to the campus is one of the main reasons for making a trip back to the UK.

  • Muhammad Khalid Mushtaq
  • MSc Financial Management, 2005

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