What do our students say?
Nzube Ufodike
MSci Computer Science graduate
(graduated 2006)
I work in investment banking (asset management). [My career plan is to be] self-employed in an all-singing all-dancing tech start-up.
Currently? "I work full-time in investment banking (asset management)"
Why did you choose Queen Mary?
"Honestly, I was not too sure when I applied, but I wanted a ‘red-brick’ institution and QM turned out to be quite good actually. Campus life is a major selling point. Another nice thing is meeting people who also work in the City and finding out that they also studied at QM."
Salary Bracket: £35-45,000
What did you gain from your time at Queen Mary?
"The careers service is amazingly useful! My advice to every student is to make sure that they pop into their office at least once a month, even if just to pester them. They helped me tailor my CV, arrange mock interviews, psychometric tests, and had loads of careers advice and information regarding opportunities for summer internships and full time vacancies. Some of their services are not free but I think it is money well invested. There are so many options available on graduation and they are simply good at helping your decision-making seem less daunting. Attending lectures and socialising at Uni are great but it's always good to keep an eye on the ball i.e. a career that you really want on graduation. It really does pay to start planning this early. I also made some really good friends who are quite cool and who I know I'll be in touch with for life. I also miss the fun times in the halls of residence. "
Career plans?
"I plan to take a few professional exams (CFA, IMC, and maybe the CAIA or an MBA) and to remain in this industry for at least five years. Being self-employed in an all-singing all-dancing tech start-up is another dream I still nurture."
