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

Workplace trends for 2026: AI, human skills and more expert job market predictions

Preparing to make 2026 an important year in your career? Experts give their predictions on workplace trends to look out for, plus where b-school graduates will find opportunities in the job market

6 January, 2026
How will AI shape the business school classroom in 2026?

As business schools increasingly strive to help students develop artificial intelligence skills, we spoke with experts to find out how we might see AI implemented in the classroom in 2026

5 January, 2026
What are the most prestigious companies to work for?

Landing a job at a prestigious firm in your industry could set you up for success throughout the rest of your career, so what are the most prestigious companies to work for?

1 January, 2026
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
Who makes Forbes' list of the world’s top consulting companies for finance, strategy, AI & more?

If reputation is a key factor in your career goals, here are the top consulting companies for finance, strategy, AI, and sustainability consulting in 2025

29 August, 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
What job and salary outcomes can IE Business School MBA grads expect?

Which companies hire MBAs from IE Business School? How much do IE MBA grads earn? Find out in our IE MBA Jobs & Salary Review

15 May, 2023
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