Student Testimonials
Hi, this is Sophie, I’m currently studying in my first year of the IBMBA program. Choosing IBMBA was motivated by my desire to develop a global perspective and strengthen my business expertise in an international context. The full English-taught courses and diverse learning environment attracted me, as they provide valuable opportunities to enhance both professional knowledge and cross-cultural communication skills.
My name is Bhrandon, and I am originally from Venezuela. My academic and personal journey has taken me across different countries and cultures, ultimately leading me to Taiwan and to the IBMBA program at NSYSU.I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Tourism at the University of Seville in Spain. I chose this field because I wanted a program that combined my interest in international environments with analytical and numerical skills, while also allowing me to make use of my English proficiency. Through the International Mobility Program, I had the opportunity to come to Taiwan as an exchange student for one year. That experience became a turning point in my academic journey. It was my first close contact with Taiwan’s culture
If you had asked me this a few years ago, my answer might have been no. As a flight attendant, I was accustomed to working in a highly standardized and safety-oriented environment. Life had a steady rhythm, and I had long adapted to that routine. However, during a cross-border flight where I encountered diverse cultures, I began to reflect repeatedly: Am I willing to break out of my existing role and truly step into the core of decision-making and management?
The encouraging learning environment motivates me to transform ideas into practical action. For example, in the Business Model Development and Practice of Social Enterprises course, our group developed a business concept that combines intergenerational cooperation with tour guiding in English. The prototype of our project, New Chapter Hub, was well received and supported for further development. Through this experience, I engaged in multicultural teamwork that was both supportive and inspiring, learning extensively from my teammates. The process felt less like a traditional course and more like a real-world entrepreneurial experience.
My name is Daniel Sittenthaler, and I had the opportunity to pursue my master’s double degree at the College of Management at National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU). Coming from an international academic background and having studied in several countries, I was looking for a program that would combine strong academic content with a truly global environment. The IBMBA program at NSYSU offered exactly that and turned out to be one of the most rewarding experiences of my academic journey.
From EdTech Impact to Global Business — Meet Van from Vietnam With six years of experience working at the intersection of education and technology, I have been dedicated to developing learning applications that help people access education more easily. Driven by my passion for both education and technology, I chose to pursue the IBMBA program at National Sun Yat-sen University to deepen my business knowledge and expand her vision in the global EdTech industry.
Hi, I’m Tina from Japan, currently studying in the IBMBA program at National Sun Yat-sen University. What I’ve learned here is that the value of IBMBA really depends on the person, because this program gives you a lot of space and expects you to manage it yourself. If you’re independent, rational, and comfortable making decisions on your own, that space can become a real advantage. As an overseas Chinese student, I chose IBMBA knowing that it is not a program that constantly pushes or closely manages students.
My name is Wilbur Liao, and I am a master’s student in the IBMBA program at the College of Management, National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU). I am originally from Taipei, but I moved to Kaohsiung to study at NSYSU from the first year of my undergraduate program. That transition itself was a major turning point for me. Starting over in a new city pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me how to adapt, build relationships, and grow in unfamiliar environments, skills that continue to shape how I learn and work today.
Hi, I'm Linh from Vietnam, an IBMBA student at the College of Management, National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU). Previously, I had three years of experience in the data analytics field, working in both product-based and outsourcing firms. As data science is considered one of the “sexiest jobs of the 21st century,” I faced many questions: was it worth leaving a stable career to pursue a degree? And why international business instead of data science?
After several years in the professional world, I decided to take a reset step to challenge myself in an international environment. My heart led me to Kaohsiung, and specifically to the IBMBA program at National Sun Yat-sen University, where the proximity to nature offers a unique sense of peace. Now, after completing my first semester, I can say it has been a deeply rewarding journey of self-reflection and growth.
I am currently a student in the International Business MBA (IBMBA) program at National Sun Yat-sen University. I chose this program because I wanted more than technical business knowledge. I was looking for a learning environment that would allow me to slow down, think clearly, and gradually shape my own direction for the future.
My time at NSYSU as part of the IBMBA program has been one of the most memorable and meaningful chapters of my life. When I first chose to study at National Sun Yat sen University, I hoped for a strong academic experience in an international environment. What I found was that and so much more, a truly transformative journey that exceeded every expectation.
