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

HEC Paris To Promote Entrepreneurship Research With New Academic Lab

One of Europe’s top business schools, HEC Paris aims to inspire “impactful change” by establishing a new Management Science Lab primarily focused on researching mentorship in entrepreneurship

8 January, 2025
Should You Specialize During Your MBA? 3 Key Considerations

Should you pursue an MBA specialization during your studies? What are the benefits of specializing at business school? Find out three key considerations

8 January, 2025
Spouses Of H1B Visa Holders To Receive Automatic Work Permit Extension

Spouses of H-1B visa holders will soon benefit from an automatic extension to the H-4 visa work permit renewal period

17 December, 2024
Renewable Energy To Artificial Intelligence: 3 Of The Hottest Career Opportunities In Singapore

As one of the world’s key business hubs, Singapore offers a wealth of pathways in emerging industries for business school grads. Find out the hottest career opportunities in Singapore

11 December, 2024
How To Get Into Tech | 10 Tips To Help You Land A Job

Want to work in a big tech firm? How about an innovative tech startup? Find out 10 tips on how to get into tech from professionals who have launched careers in the industry

11 December, 2024
Big Tech | What’s It Like Working At Amazon, Google & Microsoft?

Working at Amazon, Google, or Microsoft is often the goal for ambitious professionals eyeing up careers in tech. But what is working for a big tech firm actually like?

10 December, 2024
Careers In Technology Guide | Is Tech The Right Career For You?

Careers in technology are popular, but is the tech industry right for you? Download our guide to discover what salaries and opportunities business school grads can expect in tech

10 December, 2024
MBAs in China are landing jobs with top firms like Apple and Alibaba–here’s how

Top multinational companies like Apple and Alibaba hire from the cohorts of MBA programs in China each year. Find out how studying in China can boost your career

4 December, 2024
What Are The World’s Biggest Consulting Companies & How Can You Work For Them?

Aiming to land a job with a prestigious consulting firm? The biggest consulting companies include the likes of McKinsey, Deloitte, and BCG. Find out how to launch your consulting career

2 December, 2024
3 Valuable MBA Lessons I’ve Learned As A Nontraditional Student

Considering enrolling in an MBA as someone from a nontraditional student background? Find out three valuable lessons this former hospital nurse has learned during his MBA

5 November, 2024