From the Mekong Delta to Marina Bay: Inside the Georgia Tech Executive MBA International Residency

"My international residency has altered my perception of global business through the notion of resilience, innovation, and strategic outlook. Vietnam demonstrated a nation in motion towards greater entrepreneurial energy and digital aspiration while Singapore demonstrated collaborative leadership among diverse stakeholders in a hyper-connected world through precision policy relevance. These experiences propelled and expanded my worldview. 

As Saint Augustine states, 'The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page,' and traveling with a group of knowledgeable and fun people is the greatest teacher."

Sherin Solomon, Director of Portfolio Management, NextGear Capital

"The most valuable part of the international residency was the pragmatic exposure to different cultures, working styles, resources, and histories of Vietnam and Singapore, which define their continuous success in business. This visit definitely provided a great visibility into the interconnectedness and the implications of global business and supply chains in both developing and developed countries."

Abhishek Madan, Sr. Data and GenAI GTM Wordwide, Amazon Web Services

"The international residency was an unforgettable experience. Meeting senior leaders from top companies like Amazon, Mastercard, IBM, DHL, SPS, and Microsoft, as well as major local firms, was truly inspiring. Their career stories, insights into the nuances of doing business in these markets, and vision for the future of technologies left a strong impression on me, and I especially appreciated the open atmosphere where we could ask any questions and engage in meaningful discussions. I returned full of energy and ideas to apply in my current role and to guide my future career growth."

Veronika Lutfullina, Data Governance Director (Global, Pet Nutrition), Mars

"As an Executive MBA student specializing in Global Business and working in a tech role supporting international growth, I especially appreciated the opportunity to see how Vietnam, Singapore, and the ASEAN economies are becoming a hub for innovation and rapid technology adoption. It was amazing to experience the local cultures with my classmates as well! While on residency, I even had the opportunity to connect with colleagues from my company in person and hear their perspectives about tech and business in Asia."

Cody Reynolds, Senior Business Insights and Innovation Strategist, Workday

"Meeting with industry leaders and local entrepreneurs during the residency in Singapore and Vietnam gave me a deeper understanding of how businesses innovate and adapt in fast-changing environments. These conversations highlighted the practical challenges and strategies behind their success."

Anne Tomsky, Assistant Vice President of Finance, The University Financing Foundation, Inc.