Ankit Datta

Education: Computer Science and Engineering – Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology.

Co-op Experience: GRM Leadership Development Program at RBC.

Reason for pursuing an MBA: I decided to pursue an MBA to combine my technical skills as an engineer with the business acumen of an MBA to boost my career.

Why DeGroote was chosen: I chose the DeGroote MBA Program because it caters to a younger demographic than other MBA programs. With a younger average age, collaborative learning experience, and students from diverse professional and academic backgrounds, this program is great at identifying and building lateral and transferable skills.

Favorite MBA experience: I enjoy collaborative work with my peers. I have been lucky to have excellent learning groups who work really well together!

Tip for first-year students: Network with long term intentions and try to keep in touch with your network. You never know who might help you out.

Industries of interest: Finance and Technology.

Club involvement: No.

Weekend activities: I love playing Dungeons and Dragons, going to interesting places like art galleries or museums, or just grabbing some drinks with friends.

Favorite course: Financial Modelling.

Fun facts/hobbies: Playing Dungeons and Dragons, playing board games, playing guitar, playing football (soccer), finding new places to eat.

Favorite book/movie/podcast: I am listening to Perfect Person with Miles Bonsignore.