Niklas Bals
Published: 12 June 2024
MSc Finance and Management, 2022
Name: Niklas Bals
Home country: Germany
"I have a strong passion for sustainability and technology, and have co-founded two start-ups focusing on digital assets and sustainable investing. I started my career in consulting and moved to a project management and advisory role at the WWF Germany."
Why did you choose the Adam Smith Business School?
I chose it as it is a well established, internationally ranked University.
What did you enjoy the most about your programme? How has your degree helped you in your career?
The fast paced international environment, where the professors were keen to help out.
What have you been up to since graduating from the Business School?
I was a consultant for the first few years and have now moved to an NGO, advising big financial institutions on sustainability.
What is your top piece of advice for current students – our future alumni?
Plan for working hard – getting good grades will not come from just being the smartest in the room. Discipline trumps talent most of the time.
First published: 12 June 2024