…usual track, or rather, switched tracks. After working in the private sector, he completed a master’s degree in corporate finance and banking at the University of Amsterdam, and after that, he got a PhD in finance at the London Business School. His career was definitely on the academic track. “The path was long and interesting, but studying at SSE Riga was critical to giving me a start on what I have ended up doing. Right after SSE Riga I started working, but then realized I needed some more intellectual…

…leaving SSE Riga, Martins worked in finance and soon ended up working for Swedish-owned SEB Bank after some time at some smaller companies. That put his office practically next door to SSE Riga and got him thinking about what was needed for a serious career in finance. Back for a future at the Graduate School of Law “Working for an investment bank, I saw that I needed multiple skills, to be a cross-field expert,” Martins said in an interview via Skype from his Dubai office. “People in finance…

…Emilis, a first-year student from Lithuania. When I was applying to SSE Riga, I had many questions, and student ambassadors were incredibly helpful in guiding me through the process. I chose SSE Riga because it gives me the chance to build a strong career and explore many future opportunities. I’ve also come to really value the strong community here - it makes studying both motivating and enjoyable. If you’re curious about the admissions process, student life, or whether this is the right place for…

…coaching practice. Her clients include global organizations in finance, pharmaceuticals, IT, telecommunications, and other industries both internationally and in Latvia. With 18 years of experience in organizational development, Žanete began her career leading media and government relations for Latvia’s largest telecommunications company and managing the Finance Minister’s Office. She also founded and led her own advertising and communications agency before transitioning to leadership and personal…

…17 – 18 (9:00 –17:00) onsite at SSE Riga EUR 890 + VAT As we build our professional careers, we often grow from experts to managers and leaders. In this journey many /but not all/ will not have any formal management or leadership training – a sorry fact that multiplies many challenges, prevents successful collaboration and ultimately slows down professional careers. Topics covered: How management and leadership differ? How good leadership helps managers be more…