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

What skills do you need to be a successful management consultant?

What are the key management consultant skills that will help you get ahead in the industry? We spoke with current and former employees and recruiters at top consulting firms like BCG and McKinsey to find out

31 January, 2025
Which MBA modules should I choose for a career in management consulting?

Which modules in the MBA curriculum provide the best preparation for a career in consulting? Here are some of the top management consulting courses to look out for

27 March, 2025
From Citi to Morgan Stanley: How to get into investment banking

Wondering how to get into investment banking? Find out how to navigate the investment banking recruitment process with tips from bankers working at Citi and Morgan Stanley

15 December, 2025
10 podcasts every business school applicant should listen to over Christmas

Podcasts are a perfect way to boost your knowledge on the go. Our 10 best business school podcasts will help keep you informed over the Christmas period

13 December, 2025
How do I prepare a strong Harvard MBA application?

Interested in applying to study the MBA at Harvard Business School? From essays to acceptance rates, find out what you need to know to ace your Harvard MBA application

4 October, 2024
What interview questions should I prepare for when applying to the ISB MBA?

The Indian School of Business offers a highly ranked and competitive MBA degree. To help you land a place, find out what you need to know about the current ISB MBA interview questions

4 November, 2024
MBA in Finance: What careers are available to you?

What are the career prospects of an MBA in finance? Opportunities can be found with multinational banks as well as Fortune 500 companies. Here’s a breakdown of what's available

9 December, 2025
What are the key takeaways from the latest Harvard MBA employment report?

Which companies hire MBAs from Harvard Business School? What do they earn? Is the HBS MBA right for you? Find out key takeaways from the latest Harvard MBA employment report

4 December, 2025
Consulting Recruiting Timeline | What Are The Application Deadlines For 2025?

Find out the consulting recruiting timeline for 2025, including the McKinsey recruiting timeline, Bain application deadlines, and the hiring process for BCG summer internships

5 May, 2025
20 Best Sustainability MBA Programs | Corporate Knights Ranking

The Corporate Knights Better World MBA ranking lists the best sustainability MBA programs. Here are the b-schools using business as a force for good

19 November, 2025