College Experiences That Helped a Senior Vice President, Intellectual Property and Rights Management at Qvest.US Succeed
Kavita's undergraduate experience highlights the significant impact of choosing the right major; switching from math to computer science was "the best thing" for their career, proving pivotal in setting the stage for success in a senior leadership role in IP and rights management. This underscores the importance of aligning academic pursuits with long-term career goals.
Computer Science, Career Change, Higher Education, Problem-Solving, Math
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Kavita Anand
Sr. VP, IP & Rights Management
Qvest.US
Delhi University 1993
UCLA EMBA, MBA
Computer Science
Consulting & Related Professional Services
Business Strategy
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Switching from math to computer science was a pivotal decision for my career.
2. Focus on building a strong foundation in a relevant field like math or computer science.
3. While internships are valuable, finding the right academic path is equally important for career success.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set yourself up for success in your career?
Again, I wish I could say I learned something specific from internships, but really, I was lucky. I started in a math major and then switched to computer science. I think that was the best thing I did for my career.