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Cornell University

Cornell Graduate Student

Alessandra B
Alessandra BNew

I am a Cornell University Alumna, and I obtained two degrees in Environment & Sustainability and Global Development, concentrating in Economics. I will also be obtaining my Master’s degree at Cornell in the Fall of 2025. At Cornell, I have developed a deep understanding of sustainability and social impact, complemented by business strategy and data analysis coursework. At BloombergNEF, I developed data-driven insights for global low-carbon financing trends, synthesizing findings into actionable reports. As a Team Manager for Strategic Consulting at Cornell, I led a group of analysts to deliver tailored solutions for startups, demonstrating my ability to manage projects, create compelling presentations, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. My undergraduate research assistant work further showed my ability to synthesize data and communicate insights effectively.

Cornell University
Cornell University

About me

  • GenderFemale
  • Current academic yearGraduate student
  • Age22
  • Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
  • Academic focusBusiness/Finance
  • Personality typeSomewhat extroverted
  • College experience ratingAmazing

Tour type

  • Campus tour
  • Video chat

Hometown

San Pedro Sula, Honduras

Major(s)

Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Applied Economics and Management, CEMS Master in International Management (Expected Dec 2026): Concentration: Sustainable Business and Economic Policy Bachelor of Science, Double Major: Environment & Sustainability, Concentration: Environmental Economics & Sustainable Business Global Development, Concentration: Social & Economic Development

Minor(s)

Business Administration

Extracurriculars activities

  • Greek life
  • Club/Organization
  • Job/Internship
  • ROTC
  • NCAA varsity sport
  • Recreational sport
  • Student government
  • Community service
  • Religious/Cultural group
  • Art/Music/Performance
  • Study abroad
  • Other

Clubs, organizations & involvement

Strategic Consulting at Cornell: Team Manager

Housing experience

  • Dorm
  • Off-campus house or apartment
  • Fraternity or sorority house
  • Home (Commuter)
  • Other

Describe your college experience

I just completed my Undergraduate degree at Cornell and loved my experience so much that I decided to continue my studies here as a Master's student.

Tip for future students

The winter is harsh but the fall and summers here are beautiful. Don't let the cold and isolated location make it a deciding factor wether to attend Cornell or not.

Favorite class

Environmental Policy Processes I, II, III because I had the most amazing professors and I underwent intensive on-campus training for an 11-day Washington D.C., session, conducting research on implementing and evaluating solutions in the electrification of the trucking industry by interviewing policy actors.

Career goals

After I graduate from my Master's program I wish to go into Sustainable Investment Banking or Corporate Sustainability.

Ideal way to spend a free night

Hanging out with friends and exploring Cornell​/​Ithaca!

High school or secondary school

EIS in San Pedro Sula, Honduras.

Previous college

Cornell University

Meeting point

Statue of Ezra Cornell on the Cornell University campus

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