Matt Kefford

Matt Kefford is careers & news editor for BusinessBecause and a contributing writer for mba.com and the GMAC Connect advisor blog. Matt writes and edits stories covering business education, with a particular focus on the career paths available after business school.

Matt is an experienced media professional, he’s previously written for national news organizations including The Sunday Times and i News, as well as a number of regional titles. He’s also worked in social media for Sky News.

Matt has a B.A. in History from the University of Leeds and an M.A. in Journalism from the University of Sheffield. He is also a gold standard accredited journalist with the National Council for the Training of Journalists.

Matt's Recent Articles

Deloitte Announces 800 Job Cuts With Graduate Roles Hit Hardest

Top business school employer Deloitte will cut 800 jobs among its UK workforce, with graduate roles among the hardest hit

1 November, 2023
Top B-Schools In Singapore & Vietnam Partner To Launch International MBA Program

Professionals in Vietnam will soon be able to access a top quality MBA program, offered in partnership between Nanyang Technological University and University of Economics HCM

31 October, 2023
More Underrepresented Candidates Applying To Business School In 2023

Business schools in the US are reporting increasing numbers of applications from individuals who hail from underrepresented communities, according to a new GMAC survey

27 October, 2023
4 Proposed H1B Visa Changes & How They Could Affect US International Students

The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed a number of changes to the H-1B visa process. Here's how they would affect international students at business schools in the US

27 October, 2023
Business Schools Around The World Increasingly Reporting Growth In Applications

Increasing numbers of business schools around the world are reporting a rise in applications, according to the latest GMAC Application Trends Survey

26 October, 2023
How My MBA Helped Me Become Head Of ESG At A Venture Capital Firm

Enrolling in a dual degree MBA helped this b-school grad launch a high-impact career in ESG with a global venture capital firm

24 October, 2023
US Processes More Than 100,000 F-1 Visas For Indian Students In 2023

The US has processed more than one million Indian visas in 2023, with over 100,000 successful F-1 visa applications for Indian students

13 October, 2023
Global Opportunities: 4 Reasons Why African Students Should Consider A Business Masters In Europe

Studying at a top business school in Europe can enhance your career prospects while providing a wealth of exciting new experiences

13 October, 2023
Becks Talks Business: David Beckham Speaks To MBA Students At Harvard Business School

Assisting goals on and off the pitch, David Beckham recently gave a talk to MBA students at Harvard Business School

12 October, 2023
Action Learning: How Real-World Experiences At Business School Prepare You For Career Success

Gaining practical experiences by travelling to new countries and working with top companies at business school can have a profound impact on your personal and professional growth

12 October, 2023