Who are you and what are you studying?
I’m Catherine Gallego, a third-year Bachelor of Business Administration student and I was born and raised here in Helsinki, Finland.
My degree programme is BBA, majoring in financial management, and I study it in Finnish on Myyrmäki campus. My studies started in August 2021.
How did you end up studying Business Administration? What is your dream career?
The financial side of business has always piqued my interest and I believe these studies will guide me to the right direction of possibly becoming an entrepreneur. And what other place than around fellow business students can I find like minded people!
My dream career is to work as a financial management professional in my own companies (yes, plural). The experiences I’ve had cumulated to a handy set of skills and knowledge of the entrepreneurial world which gives me confidence to pursue such dreams.
What inspires you in your studies in Metropolia?
The sheer enthusiasm for innovation I see around me inspires me to go forward to what I want for my future. Definitely the guidance and support I get from my professors and colleagues help me stay on track.
What is your favorite place in campus?
As of now, my favourite place in my campus, Myyrmäki, is the METKA and student association offices. They’ve had a major cleanup recently and I’ve been a part of making them more homey.
What do you do in your free time?
On my free time I like to travel and spend time with people close to me. Also, in my extracurricular activities I work as a student active in a few roles, such as a student ambassador!