“I did not know about AlphaSights, or even about the existence of the industry prior to my job search.

AlphaSights is an information services company that connects experts known as advisors with its clients on specific topics.

The first week of the internship was called “AlphaCamp”.

After the week of AlphaCamp, mock calls and CP test I got onto the desk where I was assigned a trainer and a manager on a specific team.

AlphaSights has a heavy emphasis on monitoring the professional development of their associates.

Overall, I had a fruitful experience at AlphaSights and most of my tasks involved connecting clients with the appropriate expert for 1-hour phone interactions.

There were a couple of opportunities where I had the chance to conduct presentations regarding weekly team performance statistics, future targets and any interesting findings I had to share.

Furthermore, with GLEF being a small course, I had access to having several meetings with Prof.

“In the summer of 2019, I took part in a memorable and fruitful 10 weeks internship program in Point72, an asset management company. 

I worked as an operation intern with a team of 4.

During my internship period, besides the daily routine work and ad-hoc tasks, I also carried out a project related to Corporate Actions.

Apart from work, I enjoyed a variety of activities organized by the HR team and developed a strong bonding with interns from different departments.

The most fulfilling part as an operation intern is that when you are able to understand the full picture, you would be able to realize every step you take and every button you press makes a difference.

The internship journey changed my working attitude.

I am thankful that GLEF provides us with the resources conducive to securing the offer for Point72.

Without help from GLEF the program, I would not be able to get the offer from Point72 and enjoyed a fruitful journey.”

“During the summer of 2019, I participated in an internship programme at Seone established by two experienced Korean accountants few years ago.

The atmosphere of the office depends on the season, especially issuance of tax returns and different business year ends.

Among all the valuable experiences, my first audit project, training sessions and audit on site have been the most memorable ones throughout the programme.

Despite a lack of diversity and other benefits that large enterprises could provide, working at a growing company has provided me with an opportunity to participate in a broad range of projects and put me into an impactful position so that I can be continuously motivated for self-development.

“I joined an eight-week internship serving as a Private Equity Intern at a Hong Kong-based Alternative Real Estate Investment specialist, A50 Capital Partners Limited.

The first week was packed with lessons on commercial real estate, including but not limited: (1) The distinction between commercial and residential real estate (2) Commercial real estate asset classes (3) Elements of commercial leases (4) Replacement cost (5) Highest and best use (6) Deal states.

The GLEF program has equipped me with not only the preliminary quantitative expertise in financial modelling and valuation techniques but also the ability to grasp financial rationales which proved to be very helpful during my internship.

GLEF has been nothing short of my expectations, the program is competitive and rewarding.”

“During the internship, I participated in the project management work of several projects, including Tencent's collaboration with Adidas and Coca Cola, which were the two largest promotional campaigns of Tencent in Hong Kong throughout the year.

My job also involved a lot research and analysis.

This internship experience was really an intensive training which had trained up my practical skills at work, and it was also an unforgettable, useful and fun work experience which I was very grateful that I had the chance to work there.

GLEF has prepared me for stepping into the business world both academically and practically.

GLEF provided students with a comprehensive training in the gaining of economics and finance knowledge, for example statistical analysis, market analysis, financial management, etc., which are essential and applicable to real life businesses and future career.