Kolawale Iyanda

BA (Hons) Business Management


For Kolawale Iyanda, it was the reputation of the University that convinced him to study for his BA (Hons) in Business Management here. We’re helping him put his drive to succeed too good use, achieving his goal of becoming a business manager.

I know the course will open a lot of doors for me at work, equipping me for a really good career.

"I looked at other universities but the University of Sunderland in London stood out as the staff have a well-deserved reputation for being really supportive. I have good friends who came here and they also gave really good feedback. 

Another big factor was the location. When you’re juggling work and studying it’s important not to have too far to travel and the location is really convenient. Ultimately I want to be a business manager. That’s my focus. I’m not really worried about the work/life balance with studying because I’m totally committed to achieving my goals.

I know that the degree course will open a lot of doors for me at work, equipping me for a really good career. Every day I imagine getting my degree and the positive impact it will have on my career. It’s exciting because I just keep thinking about all the things the future holds.

The University is such a crucial part of who I am now but also who I’m going to be in the future."

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