J'aime's story
As a kid, I dreamed of becoming an inventor. I was always trying to build things and pull them apart to figure out how they worked.
I used to spend time working with my dad on houses so I inherited a strong DIY mentality.
Maths was one of my best subjects at school so the STEM path made sense for me. Even though I was a bit weaker on the science side.
Education was a big focus in my family, so I was driven to do well academically. Particularly when I’d think about how much my grandparents sacrificed to move to New Zealand. All to provide us with more opportunities for a better life.
I studied engineering (mechatronics) at university, as that fit my interest in maths and new technologies. It also gave me broad career options. The problem-solving skills that an engineer develops are highly sought after by all industries.
After considering postgraduate study, I decided that I wanted to learn more about the business world instead. So I became a Management Consultant.
I worked with many clients from a diverse range of industries. These include government, public sector organisations, banking, energy and venture capital.
Most recently, I’ve been working in the tech start-up industry. I'm combining my technical STEM skills and business knowledge to build software products.
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“Maths was one of my best subjects at school, and so the STEM path made sense for me.”
J'amie's pathway
Year 11 to 13 subjects
- calculus
- chemistry
- physics
- statistics
- accounting.
Tertiary study
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and Bachelor of Laws (Hons), specialising in mechatronics and commercial law
- Master of Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship
More about being a management consultant
Management consultants help organisations fix any issues, become more efficient, and roll out business strategies. They may also manage projects.
Management consultants earn between $50,000 and $250,000 per year depending on their experience level.
Learn more about being a management consultant, including current job opportunities:
Management consultant (external link) - Careers NZ website