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

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
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
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
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

11 November, 2024
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?

8 November, 2024