I chose to study at the University of Economics, Prague (Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze – VŠE) for both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business Economics & Management because, coming from Mongolia - a post-socialist, developing country - I was seeking a strong academic foundation within a European context and wanted to understand how a post-Soviet society successfully transitioned into a functioning market economy within the European Union. Spending 16 years in Czechia allowed me not only to study, but to truly experience institutional and economic transformation in practice. Czech university education equipped me with systems thinking, strategic analysis, and practical management tools that helped me enter the selection processes of international firms such as Accenture and Deloitte. This perspective shaped my path as a university lecturer, lead expert, and facilitator for international development projects with UNDP, The Asia Foundation, WWF, and ADB, as well as a consultant in the private sector and mentor to young professionals and women entrepreneurs in Mongolia. I am also a co-initiator, co-translator, and co-editor of the Czech bestseller The End of Procrastination into Mongolian, further strengthening the bridge between our two countries.

Munkhtuya Tseveenbayar

I ended up in Olomouc in 2007 completely by chance and medicine wasn’t even the original plan. Somehow, one unexpected decision led to another, and before I knew it, I was studying Medicine at Palacký University. Looking back, it truly feels like destiny had far greater plans than I could have imagined. What was meant to be just a degree turned into six unforgettable years. Olomouc offered the perfect environment for studying: focused, supportive, and calm enough to grow, yet vibrant enough to feel alive. I learned the Czech language (slowly and with plenty of funny mistakes), embraced the culture, and built friendships that still mean the world to me. Thanks to the strong academic foundation in Olomouc, I was able to complete an Erasmus exchange in Sweden in my final year, followed by elective placements at Oxford and Cambridge. Those opportunities began with the start I had in Czechia. It shaped my life in ways I never expected and if I had the chance, I would absolutely do it all over again.

Prabu Singh

I have been fascinated by the cultural and historical heritage of Czechia since childhood. Growing up, I travelled extensively with my family, which sparked my curiosity about Central Europe and ultimately led me to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and EU Studies at Metropolitan University Prague. During my studies, I began an internship at the Embassy of Bulgaria in Prague, where I witnessed firsthand the importance of strengthening relations between Bulgaria and Czechia - two Slavic nations with deep historical ties. This experience shaped my understanding of diplomacy and the vital role of bridging perspectives between states. After graduation, I chose to remain in Czechia and explore the corporate sector, joining SAP in Prague. This step expanded my outlook beyond public institutions and into global business environments. My journey then led me to pursue a Master’s degree in Culture, Communication and Globalization with a sustainability focus at Aalborg University, which then led me to the carbon sector and the growing importance of the green and blue economy. I spent five years in Czechia which shaped me both personally and professionally. It strengthened my commitment to international cooperation and gave me the opportunity to build a multidisciplinary career across diplomacy, corporate strategy, and sustainability. My advice to future students: embrace a multidisciplinary approach. It will broaden your horizons, sharpen your mindset, and empower you to build meaningful international networks.

Reneta Georgieva