MBA stories - Infrastructure executives

Jiten Davdra 

Jiten Davdra, class of 2023-25 and Head of Engineering & Environment (BCZ) at HS2, envision that the combination of increased knowledge and a growing professional network in the MBA will provide a strong foundation upon which new career opportunities can arise.
Hear more from Jiten here. 

Joseph Chroston-Bell

Joseph Chroston-Bell, class of 2023-25 and Associate Director at Network Rail Consulting, enjoys the strong sense of community and reciprocity that the MBA offers, giving an ease for students to debate their experiences, apply theory, and challenge their assumptions. 
Hear more from Joseph here. 

Nicola Caley

Nicola Caley, class of 2023-25 and Partner at HKA, finds the in-person sessions valuable, allowing her to connect with fellow MBA students who are working on or involved with significant megaprojects. This interaction brings a real global perspective to discussions. 

Hear more from Nicola here. 

Ignacio Herrero Gandarillas

Ignacio Herrero Gandarillas, class of 2023-25 and Technical Principal for Project Management at Mott MacDonald, appreciates the opportunity to connect with industry leaders in the MBA, inspiring a higher level of strategic thinking. 

Hear more from Ignacio here. 

Caroline Warrington

Caroline Warrington, MBA class of 2023-25 and Head of CCS and Testing at HS2, finds the combination of academic theory and real-world case studies in the MBA particularly enriching. This direct relevance to her day job makes the MBA especially valuable.
Hear more from Caroline here. 

Real Hajiyev

Real Hajiyev, class of 2023-25 and Principal Banker at European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, finds that the academic and practical knowledge gained from the MBA helps him better prepare to assess, plan and lead infrastructure projects. 

Hear more from Real here. 

Philippa Illingworth

Philippa Illingworth, class of 2023-25 and Head of Infrastructure at Old Oak Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC), values how the MBA helps her to improve leadership skills and boost confidence in her role to make decisions. 

Hear more from Philippa here. 

Neal Carter

Neal Carter, class of 2023-25 and Programme Director at Costain, finds that the MBA enables him to better express the approach of the megaproject governance framework and business case to real world challenges, building a more robust and effective solution with stakeholder support.  

Hear more from Neal here. 

Rohit Motwani

Rohit Motwani, class of 2023-25 and Program Initiation Lead at Jacobs, is impressed with the MBA's course structure, particularly the block learning format with concentrated modules that allows him to apply leanings to his current job. 

Hear more from Rohit here.