What I liked most was the broader academic scope of the programme, providing the essential background for a skilled economist. The academic experience was vital in obtaining the important key skills required for my career.

I came to Durham from an American university, where I completed a Bachelors of Science in Community and International Development. I chose Durham University Business School because it had a programme where you could work with a business to do a dissertation and because it was a one-year programme. I also enjoyed exploring the UK and nearby European countries, the train infrastructure and Newcastle Airport made travelling easy.