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Are you wondering who the Admissions Team at the Imperial College Business School are? Want to know our favourite places around the Imperial campus and our top admissions tips? Look no further.
We’ll speak to you regularly via phone, email and social media throughout the application process. You’ll get to know our names, but you might not get to see our faces until you arrive on the first day of term. Therefore, to help you get better acquainted with us, we’ve shared some information about our favourite places around London, alongside some of our top admissions tips!
Listen to our podcast, Inside IB, to learn more about connecting with us during the application process
Finance Masters' Admissions Team
Sarah Eggleton, MSc Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: MSc Investment & Wealth Management and MSc Risk Management & Financial Engineering
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: eating delicious food in the Secret Garden at Brompton Road Food Market.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: to enjoy an Ice cream from The Ice Cream Project in South Kensington
Admissions tip: allow yourself ample time to complete your application so that it is as detailed and comprehensive as possible.
Matthew Ashby, MSc Admissions Officer
The programme I look after is: MSc Financial Technology and MSc Finance
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Mercato Metropolitano in Mayfair. This refurbished church just a short walk from South Kensington now operates as a sustainable food and drink market, with two floors of authentic cuisine from around the world and a rooftop terrace.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: Visit the Barbican Conservatory, for some impressive architecture and a tropical oasis housing 2000 plant species right in the middle of the city! Entry is free but you will need to book in advance.
Admissions tip: we highly recommend reading through our FAQs for Master’s Programmes. The answers we provide cover a range of topics and are responses to common questions from applicants that you may find useful as you work through the application process.
Emily Lovell, MSc Admissions Officer
The programme I look after is: MSc Finance & Accounting and MRes
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: I love walking around Hyde Park.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: I love the V&A museum + wandering around the Kyoto Garden at Holland Park.
Admissions tip: Make sure that your CV clearly outlines your role and responsibilities. Also, try and ensure that you have noted any extra-curricular and volunteering experiences.
Calum Buist, MSc Admissions Manager
The programmes I look after are: MSc Finance, MSc Finance & Accounting, MSc Investment & Wealth Management, MSc Financial Technology, MSc Risk Management & Financial Engineering, Doctoral programme
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: the Queen's Tower. It is the only remaining structure from the original Imperial Institute that stood where Imperial College London is today.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: to walk around Hyde Park, especially in summer. You can even rent a boat on the Serpentine.
Admissions tip: some of our scholarships are assessed via video interview – make sure to plan your response well and are concise but detailed when listing examples of how you meet the criteria.
Management Masters' Admissions Team
Zahra Jetha, MSc Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: MSc Strategic Marketing (On-campus)
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Hyde Park as well as The Natural History Museum.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: Victoria Embankment is a beautiful place with stunning views particularly in the evenings of iconic buildings along the River Thames – perfect for walks!
Admissions tip: Ensure you apply early and do feel free to get in touch if you have any questions. Our website is packed with lots of useful information in relation to our programmes, as well as opportunities to get in touch with current and alumni.
Jerry Voong, MSc Admissions Officer
The programme I look after is: MSc International Management & MSc Management
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: the Royal Albert Hall. Beautiful venue and an amazing place to watch some shows – especially “Films in Concert”, where iconic films with the score are performed live by an amazing orchestra. This is also where Business School students graduate!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: to explore all of the wonderful museums London has to offer, they are all so unique and there’s something out there for everyone. You'll be delighted to know that in South Kensington alone, there are three well-known museums that are all within a short walking distance from each other!
Admissions tip: ensure that your CV is formatted in a clear and simple way, making it easy for anyone reviewing your application to understand. Also, don’t be afraid to include any interesting hobbies or things you’re very passionate about as this can make your CV memorable.
Anna Karaivanova, MSc Admissions Officer
The programme I look after is: MSc Economics & Strategy for Business and MSc Strategic Marketing Online (part-time).
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: The Science Museum!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: walking around Soho/Covent Garden. The South Bank walk is also great!
Admissions tip: start your application as early as possible, to avoid extra stress. Please also contact your referees in advance, to let them know that we will be in touch for the reference request. This way you can avoid possible delays with your application.
Josie Ratcliff, MSc Admissions Manager
The programmes look after are: MSc Management, MSc International Management, MSc Economics & Strategy for Business, MSc Strategic Marketing (on-campus delivery, full-time), MSc Strategic Marketing (online delivery, part-time)
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: to browse the shelves of South Kensington Books, which is a lovely independent bookseller right next to the tube station. They always have great staff recommendations if you're in need of some inspiration!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: Hampstead Heath ponds! London’s way of cooling down on a warm summer’s day.
Admissions tip: join your programme’s Unibuddy Community group chat as soon as you can. They provide a great way to see who your peers will be, and you have the chance to reach out to them ahead of your course to make your first day less daunting as you may have already forged some friendships. You can also ask questions, find people to live with, and begin growing your network.
Specialised Masters' Admissions Team
Eleanna Spyrou, MSc Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: MSc Business Analytics, MSc Business Analytics Online, MSc Global Health Management.
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: it's not in South Kensington, but Battersea Power Station which opened just last year is around 25 minutes walk from campus with lots of shops and places to eat!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: visit the Tate Museums, there are two in London, Tate Modern and Tate Britain. Both have interesting collections with something for everyone!
Admissions tip: do not rush your personal statement questions; this is your opportunity to tell us about yourself and your motivations for studying the programme. Use examples of things you’ve done previously that outline your skills and achievements in order to show admission officers why you would be a good fit for the cohort. Prepare for any online interview and do not leave scholarship applications until the last minute.
Jo Currie, MSc Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: MSc Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Management and MSc Climate Change, Management & Finance.
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Holland Park! Only a 25-minute walk away from Imperial along bustling High Street Kensington.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: to go on a tour of the Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, the Old Bailey!
Admissions tip: try to be specific, yet to the point with work experience tasks/projects in your CV - general office duties doesn't tell us anything about what you can do and what you have learnt!
Holly Cavanna, MSc Admissions Manager
The programmes I look after are: MSc Business Analytics, MSc Business Analytics Online, MSc Global Health Management, MSc Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Management and MSc Climate Change, Management & Finance.
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: popping into the campus shop to get my afternoon sugar fix of little moons!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: Explore! There are so many (free) hidden gems in central London, like St Dunstan in the East - a church destroyed in the London Blitz. It's now a public garden, and great for a bit of peace from the city.
Admissions tip: check out our programme profile pages before you apply for information on what you need to submit an application, and specific entry requirements, which will help you to prepare a strong application. You can also chat to students currently studying the course via our course pages, which is a great way to find out more about the programme you're interested in and what it's like to study at Imperial College Business School.ested in and what it's like to study at Imperial College Business School.
MBA Admissions Team
Angeline Lee, MBA Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: Full-Time MBA
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: the Victoria and Albert Museum and Hyde Park – the V&A Museum courtyard is a great spot to sit for lunch, and Hyde Park is a great for taking a walk after lunch.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: visit the museums – my favourite is the National Gallery, with so many historical collections of paintings!
Admissions tip: Do your research before applying – you can read our Admissions blog, attend any admissions talks online/in-person to understand more about the programme you wish to apply for. Make sure that you highlight the experience/knowledge you can bring to your cohort and Imperial!
Thomas Gizachew, MBA Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: Global Online MBA
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Of course, Hyde Park around the corner is amazing. Also, Happy Lamb Hot Pot (best in London) is 14min away on the other side of the park.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: Bishops Park in Fulham! It’s on the Thames, has the historic Fulham Palace, a Premier League football ground and it’s all free (apart from the football tickets). Alternatively, the Saatchi Gallery is a free gallery 20min walk away and often has amazing exhibitions.
Admissions tip: Give yourself ample time to complete application, source references, write personal statement, prepare for interviews. Try not to leave anything to the last minute to give yourself the best chance.
Devina King, MBA Admissions Officer
The programmes I look after are: Weekend MBA, Executive MBA
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: South Kensington Books to find new books to read.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: Exploring Outernet London - they offer immersive experiences. It’s worth visiting the butterfly trail for a great experience!
Admissions tip: Make sure you leave enough time to submit your application to avoid last-minute stress.
Bailey Witting, MBA Admissions Manager
The programmes I look after are: MBA Programmes
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Kensington Gardens is right on our doorstep and is a great place to go for a lunchtime walk.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: walk around Hampstead Heath and enjoy the view of the London skyline!
Admissions tip: I recommend participating in our events as they provide an excellent opportunity to learn more about our programmes and application process, as well as a chance to meet the team. Our events also provide an opportunity to meet your future classmates.
Undergraduate Admissions Team
Shane Young, Undergraduate Admissions Manager
The programmes I look after are: BSc Economics, Finance & Data Science
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Hyde Park; one of London’s biggest parks is right on our doorstep.
My favourite free thing to do in London is: to visit Greenwich. A lovely location where you can walk by the river, and from the hill in Greenwich Park you can get a good view over the City.
Admissions tip: for undergraduate applicants, check UCAS deadlines and give yourself plenty of time before submitting your application. Familiarise yourself with the application process too.
Ollie Waite, Enrolment Manager
The programmes I look after are: MSc, MBA, and Undergraduate Programmes focusing on post-offer communications and engagement.
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Kensington Gardens – I often go here on my lunch break when the weather is nice, the round pond is a great spot to sit and people watch. The Sunken Garden in the Palace grounds is well worth a visit (and free).
My favourite free thing to do in London is: to go running around London’s many parks and commons. If you take the train to Richmond, there is a really picturesque running route along the Thames with plenty of pubs along the route if you get tired!
Admissions tip: if your application is successful and you receive an offer to study at Imperial College Business School, take advantage of all the opportunities afforded to you BEFORE starting your programme. Attend the admitted student events organised by our Student Recruitment Team, and take the time to engage with our current students, staff, and future classmates online. We want you to feel welcomed into our community from the moment you receive your offer and it is YOU who make our community so vibrant, so get involved in all that you can!
Sarah Stubbings, Head of MSc Admissions
The programmes I look after are: MSc Programmes
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: The Brompton Food Market. It has a fab deli and a secret garden – perfect for summer evenings!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: visit the Sky Garden! The views are amazing.
Admissions tip: if you will need to meet the Business School’s English language requirement, we strongly recommend you take a test before applying and submit your scores as part of the application. A strong result in an approved English language test will add weight to your application.
Laura O'Sullivan, Head of MBA Admissions
The programmes I look after are: MBA Programmes
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: Prince’s Gardens – a nice spot for lunch if the weather’s nice!
My favourite free thing to do in London is: wander around the sites with my camera and take in all the incredible views
Admissions tip: meet your offer conditions as soon as you can. If you are an international student, this will enable you to apply for your visa at the earliest opportunity. Completing all conditions in a timely manner will ensure that you are able to put yourself in the best possible position for the year ahead without unnecessary pressure.
Steve Togneri, Director of Admissions
The programmes I look after are: MSc, MBA, & Undergraduate programmes
My favourite place at Imperial/around South Kensington is: The Science Museum
My favourite free thing to do in London is: a free tour at the National Gallery – they focus on a few paintings in detail, giving an insight I wouldn’t get on my own.
Admissions tip: ensure your references are submitted promptly after you apply – we can’t assess your application until we have received them. Missing references are one of the most common causes for delays in processing your applications. Contact your nominated referees in advance of submitting your application and ask them to keep an eye out for the reference request. We can’t accept references sent from personal email accounts e.g. Gmail, Hotmail, Outlook etc. they must be sent from their professional/institution email address.
Hopefully, you found our admissions tips useful and this post has given you a small insight into our favourite London locations outside of the Business School. If we haven’t already met you, we hope to meet you soon!