Stefanie Merz, Germany, Class of 2007
Global Innovation Director at Essity

What were two of the key takeaways from your time in the MBA program?
“In the MBA I could have the winning combination of a highly international Program, meeting fellow students from all over the world, profound fields of study led by excellent professors and spending a semester abroad with a well-known partner university.”

What was your career path like after graduation?
“Writing my MBA thesis with a company, Mars Petcare, I could start in the Management Trainee Program right after graduation. After that I took responsibility as Brand Manager and after 3 years I did a sidestep into Category Management – broadening my skills in the Demand driven area. After 8 years with Mars I left to pursue a career with Essity.”

What aspects of the MBA program would you tie to your success after graduation?
“The MBA was exactly the field of study and knowledge needed to acquire to be successful in the industry and FMCG environment. Especially the aspect of deeper studies in selected management subjects and the semester abroad, as well as the International network built, were a good basis and booster for my career.”

Thank you, Stefanie!