Alumni of the month

Their last professional achievement got them noticed, their extraordinary career makes them stand out, they are currently making the headlines or they are full of talent, achievement and potential. Discover every month another impressive alumni the Entrepreneurial University in our new Alumni of the Month section.

ALUMNI OF THE MONTH is a new initiative that will allow us to recognise our interesting, exciting and inspirational alumni. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the work of our alumni and to recognise their commitment and hard work in a range of areas.

Alumni of the month 2023

May

Tamara Umundum

Head of Strategic Business Development, Starvision Service GmbH

The study program at MCI has prepared me optimally for my current work in the healthcare industry. The connection between theory and practice that I experienced during my studies is of invaluable worth for my daily work. Through the connected thinking and structured approach to complex issues that I learned during my studies, I am able to quickly and effectively find solutions for the various challenges in the healthcare industry and thus be successful.

Nonprofit, Social & Health Care Management (Bachelor)

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April

Markus Mazal

Owner & Management Consultant, MJM Consulting e.U.

I am very proud to represent the MCI as an alumnus and I am happy that what once was a “small group” with just a few study programs has become an international university. To this day, I benefit from the study program’s combination of theory and practice.

Management & Law (Diploma)

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March

Armin Außerhofer

Group Director Human Resources, BE-terna GmbH

At MCI, entrepreneurial processes and leadership coupled with technological support have always been central. This combination helps me in my daily tasks to this day.

Management, Communication & IT (Diploma)

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February

Maximilian Nisslein

Associate, Boston Consulting Group

Studying at MCI offers a great platform to develop important skills, advance your own projects and engage in interdisciplinary exchange. All of this is embedded into an excellent academic context with relevant contacts in industry, handing you the best tools to start your career.

Biotechnology (Master)

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January

Christina Hofer

Vice President Human Resources, D. Swarovski KG

In addition to a basic theoretical knowledge, I particularly liked the focus on practice-oriented models and "state-of-the-art" approaches that accompanied me on my later career path. Particularly in areas such as leadership, strategic management, change management and personnel development, I could repeatedly apply valuable contents.

Business & Management (Diploma)

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Nominations from previous years

Alumni of the month 2022

December

Silvia Mair

Team Leader Purchasing Mechanical Vehicle, KTM AG

During the part-time studies, competent lecturers and experts provided us with practical knowledge and encouraged us to put it into practice in our professional lives. I look back on the varied weekends with my fellow students with a smile.

Industrial Engineering & Management (Bachelor & Master)

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November

John Gardiner

Professional Basketball Player, SWARCO Raiders Tyrol

MCI teaches you, like in team sports, the importance of teamwork, networking, time management, and identifying and making clear your vision and intent toward achieving set goals in both your career and life.

International Business & Law (Master)

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October

Anna Greil

Founder & CEO, uptraded | Winner of numerous awards (DFK-Student Support Award 2020, Coca-Cola Get Active Social Business Award 2021, Tirolerin Award 2022, etc.).

The study program Business & Management gives you a broad overview of the most important business topics. As a startup entrepreneur, being an all-rounder is incredibly helpful. My studies at the MCI allowed me to be a "CEO", "CFO", "CMO" and much more at the same time.

Business & Management (Bachelor)

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September

Verena Schallhart

Teaching & Research Assistant, MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® & Winner „Eduard-Wallnöfer Award for Research and Study Projects“ 2022

When I look back at my time at MCI, I remember a wonderful and shaping period of my life, in which I learned to pursue my goals with perseverance. The bachelor's and master's studies have laid an essential foundation for my personal and professional development.

Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering (Bachelor & Master)

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August

Gerald Pichler

Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, BE-terna GmbH

The time at MCI has not only given me a profound knowledge of technical matters, but also a deep understanding of our customers. I became better and faster in identifying problem areas as well as potential for improvement and could make our customers even more successful. MCI has made a significant contribution to my personal success and to the success of our company. MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® has definitely lived up to its name.

Diploma Environmental & Process Engineering

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July

Evelyn Kirchmaier

General Director, Markas GmbH (Bozen)

The MCI gives people in demanding positions the opportunity to delve into topics and learn new things as part of the Executive Education courses alongside their jobs. This is challenging, but ultimately satisfying and truly enriching.

Executive Master in Management & Leadership (MSc)

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June

Victoria Noack

CEO Declareme GmbH – HealthMe App

My studies, especially the focus on entrepreneurship, gave me a lot. I understood the connections better, was able to apply what I had learned directly and also felt more confident in corporate law, when I created the business plan or went to the sales strategy, for example. This also enabled me to convince the investors.

Master International Business & Management

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May

Charlotte Francke

Co-Founder & CEO, The Future Living

The time during my studies was important for me to determine the goals and values that I wanted to pursue in my career. The MCI allowed me to gain insights into various working environments and to reflect on which path was right for me.

Bachelor Nonprofit, Social & Health Care Management

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