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

UNC Kenan-Flagler Joins Growing List Of Top US Business Schools Offering MiM Degrees

UNC Kenan-Flagler is launching a 10-month Master in Management degree in 2025, following similar moves at business schools such as Chicago Booth and Northwestern Kellogg

13 January, 2025
From Case Studies To The Classroom: How Does MBA Life Differ Across The Globe?

The MBA experience can vary significantly between regions and cultures. Find out how MBA life differs across the globe and why you should consider an international MBA

10 January, 2025
A Newly Launched AI Chatbot Could Help You Prepare For The GMAT Exam

A recently unveiled AI chatbot aims to help test takers prepare for the GMAT exam. The new GMAT AI chatbot offers additional personalization and learning opportunities for candidates

9 January, 2025
How Is The Business School Experience Adapting For Today’s World?

How does the study experience change in a world driven by uncertainty? How do trends like AI impact learning? Find out how the business school experience is adapting for today’s world

9 January, 2025
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
10 Podcasts Every B-School Applicant Should Listen To Over The Christmas Holidays

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

20 December, 2024
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