Anjana Surin
MSQM: Business Analytics
Industry:
Prior Education:
Birla Institute Of Technology, Mesra, India
Electrical & Electronics Engg.
Reflections
I chose to pursue a Master of Science in Quantitative Management: Business Analytics at Fuqua to enhance my strategic decision-making capabilities and establish a robust academic foundation for my work. As a Product Leader with global responsibilities, I collaborate with CxO leadership across the payment ecosystem to shape industry evolution.
My role demands balancing regulatory requirements with diverse market and cultural needs. While my decisions were often guided by intuition and extensive experience, I recognized the need for a more structured and credible approach. Fuqua's program offers the academic rigor and analytical frameworks that complement my professional insights.
This degree empowers me to analyze problems from multiple perspectives, leading to better outcomes. It strengthens my ability to influence industry direction and enhances my credibility in the field. By integrating advanced analytics with strategic management, I can drive innovation and effectively address complex challenges in the evolving landscape of digital payments.
Before Fuqua
As the Global Product Leader of the Visa Token Service platform, I oversee a FINTECH platform that enables seamless digital payments through Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and major eCommerce merchants like Amazon, Netflix, and Facebook etc.. My role involves enhancing payment accessibility, reducing fraud, and streamlining user experiences. I collaborate with global markets, ensuring all stakeholders are motivated to deliver superior consumer experiences. By fostering innovation and efficiency, I drive the rapid adoption of digital payments, making them ubiquitous and accessible to users worldwide.
After Fuqua
Upon completing my degree, I aim to transition into a CxO role, either within Visa or at a promising FinTech startup. I will apply my learning to drive strategic growth and foster innovation in digital payment solutions. Leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving skills from the program, I will refine my understanding of global market dynamics and product strategy. This will enable me to implement cutting-edge strategies to navigate complex challenges, ultimately contributing to the broader FinTech ecosystem and enhancing digital transaction experiences globally.
What I Didn't Expect
The most surprising aspect of the MSQM: Business Analytics program has been its transformative impact on my confidence and leadership skills. The speed at which I have been able to learn and benefit from it is astonishing. This course has revolutionized my problem-solving approach, making it more structured, thoughtful, and innovative. The ability to sift through vast data and integrate insights has enhanced my decision-making and strengthened my leadership presence and credibility. I have become more adept at influencing stakeholders, a critical skill for shaping product strategy, design, and development.