Martina Hammerschmid

When I look back at my time at MCI...

…it was formative for my further path – both through specific content and through the people and environment. I learned how important a strong network is and how much can be achieved when different perspectives are brought together. This very ability to build and maintain long-term relationships continues to accompany me in my international leadership role.

How did your studies prepare you for your current job?

The master’s program in International Business & Law at MCI ideally built upon my technical education as an industrial engineer at a technical college in Austria and my studies in “Export-oriented Management”. It first allowed me to expand my technical foundation with international business and export expertise and then deepen it through solid business and legal understanding. This combination enables me today to quickly grasp technical, economic, and legal interrelationships and make well-founded, practical decisions.

What would you tell someone who is considering studying at MCI? 

Do it and actively make use of your time – not only for the degree itself, but above all for your network and personal development. MCI offers many opportunities, but the real difference comes from your own commitment: those who stay open-minded, take responsibility, and build relationships create a strong foundation for the future.

What is your motto? 

Success is created when you take responsibility, recognize opportunities, and act consistently.