LUMS is highly ranked in the UK and the MSc Operational Research and Management Science programme was highly rated, and supported by a very strong faculty. I found that the degree modules were aligned with what I wanted to pursue and had a very practical approach in terms of problem-solving and decision science.

The collegiate system at Lancaster gave campus a very friendly feel, which was another major factor in my decision-making.

The practical approach of the programme, with its emphasis on problem-solving and its relationship to real-world issues were some of the major plus points. The theory was not the main focus of learning and the quantitative nature of the work and study was a major attraction. Certain modules such as Stochastic Modelling and Spreadsheet Modelling were really good because to their relevance to industry.

Another element I enjoyed was my dissertation which gave me the opportunity and experience of trying to solve a real-world issue, bringing about a positive change and adding value. I also got to build a model from scratch and work with real data which provided a deeper understanding and insight into the industry.

Whilst at Lancaster I was an active part of the graduate football team and was also a member of the Indian Society.

My time at Lancaster was a perfect mix of fun and learning. The campus life and student atmosphere, along with the sports facilities, really complemented my time at Lancaster. It made pursuing a technical degree all the more enjoyable. The opportunity to explore Scotland and the Lake District was also a huge plus!

Both the faculty and the careers team are extremely supportive. The LUMS Careers Team helped me when creating my CV and tailoring it to the industry I applied to. They also supported me in terms of applications and prepping for assessment centres and mock interviews.

Since graduating I am working for Ernst & Young as an Operations Research Consultant within the Business Modelling team. My degree and the skills I have learnt whilst at university are invaluable at my place of work and help me on a daily basis.

Overall, I feel that if we are willing to take advantage of the resources available to us then there are a lot of opportunities at LUMS.