My biggest achievement was being able to successfully build a prototype of a cost-effective medical device to help correct limb deformities among orthopedic patients, which could potentially make the procedure more accessible to financially distressed patients. This novel idea was built in collaboration with a reputed orthopedic surgeon himself, who was highly appreciative of our efforts. The project was also a trigger to me realizing my true analytical capabilities and love for creating out-of-the-box solutions using quantitative methods, driving me towards building a career in Data Science.

In the constantly evolving space of Data Science and Analytics, the learning curve is extremely steep! I truly believe, on the job learning is never good enough to take your career to the next level. Therefore, even with 4 years of relevant work experience, I decided to pursue the McCombs MSBA program, being taught by distinguished industry experts, with a comprehensive curriculum designed to serve needs of students like myself.

As we draw closer towards the end of an important semester of the program, I look forward to finishing it with a strong academic performance and apply my learnings from class to the capstone project next semester. Coursework aside, we have our fair share of fun too and I have a West Coast vacation planned with a few friends for winter break, involving a road trip along the beautiful pacific coast highway one.