Specialisation
Strategy Operational Improvement Finance Marketing
Dissertation
Jumpstarting a Start-up: Strategic Decision-Making & Risk Management in New Ventures

Explored how founders navigate strategic decisions and manage risk in the early stages of building a venture — drawing on frameworks from strategy, finance, and operational management.

Nikita Rai at MBA graduation ceremony, University of Edinburgh

Consultancy Projects

Real-world projects completed during the MBA programme, working with organisations across industries.

Marketing Campaign
Mac-Talla Whisky
Developed a marketing campaign strategy for Mac-Talla, an Islay single malt Scotch whisky brand — covering market positioning, target audience analysis, and campaign execution recommendations.
Research Report
Yorkshire Building Society
Conducted research on the future of bank branches for Yorkshire Building Society — analysing shifting customer behaviours, digital transformation trends, and strategic options for the branch network.
Youth Organisation
The GK Experience
Worked with The GK Experience, a youth organisation, on strategic planning and operational recommendations to support their growth and community engagement objectives.
University of Edinburgh MBA degree scroll and certificate — Nikita Rai
MBA Class of 2022 group photo at graduation, University of Edinburgh
MBA Class of 2022 · University of Edinburgh Business School
McEwan Hall painted dome ceiling — University of Edinburgh graduation venue