After completing my Bachelors, pursuing my MBA had always
been my dream. I always wanted to do my Masters in UK or US. But, studying MBA
outside Nepal is no joke. The course fee is very expensive and getting into a
good university is also no joke. So, when I came across an advertisement for
scholarship for Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies (PGDMS) in Icon
College of Technology and Management in London from WNSO-Nepal, I wanted to give
it a try. I downloaded the application form from their website, but before
filling it out, did a thorough research about the organization, college and the
course. I didn’t want to be a victim of some bogus organization or college. Once
I was completely satisfied with the college and organization, I submitted the
form.
The selection process of WNSO for the scholarship program was very thorough and
systematic. They did their best to ensure that only those that truly deserved
the scholarship were selected. Many qualified applicants were applying for the
scholarship, so I was a bit anxious whether I would be lucky enough to get
through. So, when I heard the news that I had received the scholarship, I was
overwhelmed with joy.
WNSO has been supportive to us, scholarship holders, from day one. They not only
helped us get oriented with the life in London before coming here, but also
assisted us through the visa application. Mr. Bharat Thapa and Mr. Tom Vickers
came to Nepal especially to help us with the visa process. WNSO also wrote out a
letter to the British Embassy in Nepal which showed the credibility of the
organization and the scholarship.
My trip to London was my first ever outside Nepal, that too on my own. So, the
thought was pretty scary for me. But, it helped a lot for us (me, Rajesh and
Sulav, the other scholarship holders) to know that Bharat dai would be picking
us up from the airport and would also help us in our stay here. Since coming
here, WNSO has been very helpful in making our transition here very smooth and
easy. From staying here to understanding the different procedures to be followed
once you are in London, WNSO has been very accommodating.
Icon College of Technology and Management, being a small private college, has
that homely feeling to it where every faculty member knows you by your name. The
faculty at the college are very supportive and guides you through all aspects of
your academics. The small number of students in a classroom, compared to that in
the university, makes it easier to have a one-to-one interaction with the
professors.
All in all, my stay here in London has been a pleasant one, all thanks to the
help and support from WNSO. Moreover, I am also sure that I will be able to get
my MBA from a good university and with good grades with the assistance that my
college is providing me.
- Smriti Pradhan
