College Experiences That Helped a Financial Analyst at Disney Succeed
Anika credits college success to "constantly going, constantly being curious," emphasizing campus involvement like Greek life (Delta Sigma Pi), attending school events, and networking with faculty, even meeting with the Dean of the business school. Ultimately, putting oneself out there proved valuable in preparation for a financial analyst career at Disney.
Campus Involvement, Networking, Curiosity, Professional Development, Extracurricular Activities
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Anika Nguyenkhoa
Financial Analyst
The Walt Disney Company: Disney Experiences
Chapman University
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Arts, Entertainment & Media, Manufacturing, Operations & Supply Chain
Finance
Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Involvement in campus activities (e.g., Delta Sigma Pi) can provide valuable experience and networking opportunities.
2. Attending school events and meeting professors, even the Dean, demonstrates initiative and builds connections.
3. Being curious and actively putting yourself out there are key to career success.
Transcript
What did you do in college that set you up for success in your career?
Something that I did in college that set me up was constantly being curious. This was through involvement on campus.
For example, I'm an alum of Delta Sigma Pi. I also attended any events the school offered and met with professors. I even met with the Dean of the business school.
I think just being out there and putting yourself out there will set you up really well.