Nabeel Altaf Wani

This year, I am on my placement year, working as a Project Management Intern in the Infrastructure Team at Northern Trains Limited. The experience has been both challenging and rewarding, providing me with practical, hands-on knowledge and insights into project management and the rail industry. Engaging in infrastructure projects has allowed me to apply the concepts I've learned in my course to real-world scenarios, presenting an invaluable opportunity for professional growth.

In addition to my placement, I ran for the role of International and Postgraduate Officer in the Leeds University Union (LUU) elections last year. Although I didn’t win, the experience was incredible and helped me grow personally while developing new skills, particularly in leadership, communication, and campaigning. It offered me insight into how the student union operates and allowed me to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

The Leeds University Union (LUU) has been a cornerstone of my university experience. With its wide range of societies and clubs, as well as countless events, LUU has given me the chance to forge lasting friendships, learn new things, and be part of a welcoming and inclusive community. It is a place where everyone feels valued, greatly enhancing my time at Leeds.

One standout feature of the Leeds University Business School is the flexibility of its courses, a benefit that extends to the majority of programs across the University. We have the option to choose from both optional modules, which must be taken within the parent school, and discovery modules, which can be selected from any school across the University. This flexibility has allowed me to tailor my studies to explore various interests, leading me to discover my passion for management—a significant turning point in shaping my career aspirations. The balance between structured learning and the freedom to explore other areas has been crucial in building a well-rounded understanding of global business