How Sophie chose the perfect program blending innovation, tradition, and gender equality

Sophie Ritchie chose the EMBA at UTS because of the program's unique blend of traditional MBA subjects such as finance, accounting, and strategy, along with innovative tech subjects. 

She also valued the strong support for women in business, exemplified by the “Women in Entrepreneurship” scholarship, which she proudly received. The excellent curriculum and commitment to gender equality aligned with her values and aspirations. 

“The UTS EMBA’s focus on emerging technology and entrepreneurship, combined with strong support for women in business, made it the perfect fit for my career goals.”

A challenging and comprehensive curriculum

The EMBA program at UTS provides the essential content needed to elevate you into a position of business leadership. It covers all critical elements of business strategy and leadership, teaching skills that might take years to acquire on the job, but in an accelerated format with challenging coursework. This program equips you with the leadership skills necessary for success in various business sectors. 
 
Balancing a full-time EMBA and a demanding career in consulting at a Big 4 company was challenging, but it significantly strengthened Sophie's resilience and work ethic. One of the most rewarding aspects of the EMBA program was the ventures stream which offered hands-on experience. 

“The ventures stream of the EMBA program taught us to conceive, build, and stress-test a tech venture, providing invaluable skills for future entrepreneurial endeavours.”

Empowered and equipped

Sophie is immensely proud of the dedication and resilience she brought to her studies and career. The support from UTS, the comprehensive curriculum, and the focus on real-world applications have prepared her to tackle future challenges and seize opportunities.