Marina Byezhanova
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Program: MSc Management (Part-time)
Term of entry: Fall 2020
Expected graduation term: Fall 2024
Hometown: Montreal
Cities lived in before Montreal: I was born and grew up in Kharkiv, Ukraine
Languages spoken: Ukrainian, Spanish, English, French
Most recent position: Co-Founder of Brand of a Leader
Why did you choose John Molson School of Business? I chose the John Molson MSc in Management because of the program's focus on research.
Favourite place in Montreal? The Old Port: it reminds me of Europe, which is where I grew up.
Future aspirations: I plan on continuing to speak globally & will publish a book on the basis of my thesis.
What do you wish you knew before starting the program? I wish I knew how much incredible research already exists on my areas of interest!