Archive · 9 Dec 2025
MBA Students Face Challenges Amid Geopolitical Uncertainties
A student named Harsh from India got accepted into a university in New Zealand for his MBA.
However, he faced many problems.
Getting a visa took longer than he expected, and finding a place to live before he could move was very hard.
Many students like Harsh are now finding it more difficult to study abroad in places like the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
These countries are usually the top choices for MBA students, but now, things are changing, and it's not as easy as it used to be.
Harsh Pardeshi, an Indian student, faced delays in the visa process for his MBA at Auckland University of Technology.
Securing accommodation before arrival posed significant challenges for Harsh.
Traditional 'Big 4' MBA destinations (US, UK, Canada, Australia) are becoming less straightforward for students.
Geopolitical uncertainties are impacting student mobility and decision-making.
Students are now considering alternative destinations like New Zealand for their MBA studies.
- Who
- Harsh Pardeshi, an Indian student
- What
- Facing challenges in pursuing an MBA abroad due to geopolitical uncertainties
- When
- Current year
- Where
- New Zealand
- Why
- Increased difficulties in visa processes and securing accommodation
- Student
- Harsh Pardeshi
- University
- Auckland University of Technology
- Country
- New Zealand
- Challenges
- Visa process delays, accommodation issues
- Traditional MBA Destinations
- United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia