Matt Anderson
MSc Marketing Management
Matt is the regional marketing coordinator for Croda
My postgraduate degree was great and I learnt a large amount of theory that I was able to apply into my full-time job, as I worked alongside studying part time.
What made you choose this course?
I completed my BA (Hons) English Studies at 海角直播 and worked as a graduate intern in the University鈥檚 external relations team. I secured a promotion to a student recruitment assistant position, which fuelled my desire for a career in marketing. After some gap travel time, I decided a postgraduate qualification in marketing would help me fulfil my ambitions.
How did you find your course?
My postgraduate degree was great and I learnt a large amount of theory that I was able to apply into my full-time job, as I worked alongside studying part time.
I enjoyed all elements of the course, but specifically economics. Working in groups on projects created great 'real work life' experience, but I especially enjoyed working in the Marketing Consultancy Clinic.
How did your time at University help prepare you for your career?
I applied for and successfully received the Dr Keith Skeoch Scholarship. His generosity gave me such a great opportunity. I would go as far to say that it has had an invaluable impact on my life and career.
What is your current role?
I currently work for Croda, a FTSE 100 company, where I鈥檓 a Regional Marketing Coordinator, a job I enjoy hugely.
Can you sum up your time here?
I absolutely believe that the experience I gained from both undergraduate and postgraduate study, paired with my time in employment at the University has helped me achieve what I have to this day and will continue to help me reach my goals.
It鈥檚 a fantastic university, with brilliant support and academic staff who will go out of their way to ensure a positive the student experience. I also feel that it is appropriate to mention the hard working staff in the Students鈥� Union, who work tirelessly to put on great events, support sports and social clubs and of course students who are in need, with the fantastic link services.