College Experiences That Helped an Institutional Operations Specialist at International Financial Institution Succeed
Maureen credits a bachelor's in law for developing a comprehensive understanding of rules and fostering a commitment to social justice, while a current master's in social innovation is shaping their ability to consult effectively and recognize the multifaceted nature of career paths, emphasizing the importance of being open to exploring diverse topics like health and education, because "you'll always get any learnings and, and knowledge from it."
Legal Knowledge, Social Justice, Risk Management, Consulting, Openness to Learning
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Maureen Tejeda
Institutional Operations Specialist
International Financial Institution
Universidad Católica Santo Domingo
MA in Social Innovation, University of San Diego
Legal & Policy
Government & Public Sector
Operations and Project Management
Video Highlights
1. Law degree provides a strong foundation: A bachelor's in law can help develop a comprehensive understanding of rules and foster a sense of social justice.
2. Master's in social innovation enhances consulting skills: A master's degree can improve consulting abilities and provide insights into potential risks involved in consultancy work.
3. Be open to exploring diverse topics: It's important to be open to exploring various topics like health and education, as you can gain valuable learnings and knowledge from them.
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Q12: College ideas for success
What did you do in college to set you up for success in your career?
First, my bachelor's in law helped me understand the rules and develop myself into a more comprehensive person, always seeking social justice.
In terms of my current master's in social innovation, it has shaped me in many ways. It's helped me become a better consultant by understanding potential risks.
It's also shown me that there are many layers to explore. You don't have to focus on one specific sector; there are many other opportunities. You should always be open to exploring different topics, like health or education. You will always gain learnings and knowledge from any topic.