Myra Bonello

It matters, if it matters to you. When I was looking for options, I was interested in learning how I could bring the best out of and from people. That is all I knew that mattered to me. I didn’t know what job I wanted to land. I was just focused on what I felt made me, me. I knew that I wanted to choose a uni which had courses without quarterly and annual examinations and a uni which appreciated sports, since that was another element which encompassed who I am. I found Sports Psychology and Business Psychology courses.

I reviewed many unis in the UK offering those courses and chose Loughborough for its strong reputation in sports, for its facilities, the campus environment and for the calibre of lecturers. I chose Business Psychology over Sports Psychology because I wanted to allow myself some breathing space in my career trajectory. As an HR professional, what I learnt is not always applied to the T. However, it contributes significantly in ways that I only consciously realise after I reflect on my performance. 

In my opinion this is due to the learning and assessment methods Loughborough used; actively engaging in presentations, debates, workshops and assignments.

Post 16 Education: A Level Philosophy, BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business

Higher Education: BA (Hons) in Business Enterprise at Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology, MSc Business Psychology at Loughborough. 

Why did you choose to study Business?

I was brought up in a business environment; retail specifically. I understood the accounting and operational aspects of the business, but I have always questioned many things about my surroundings and especially when it comes to people. I often enjoy people-watching and was so intrigued with workplace dynamics, performance measurements and all the in-betweens. I guess, the subject fit with my interests and background. I just had more questions and simply wanted to understand the many ways of how they may be answered. The Masters in Business Psychology is about the concepts that help people understand why people behave the way they do, and what can be done to improve behaviours and performance at work.

Myra’s experience as a student

Ah, Loughborough was the best time of my academic years! The course, the group, the campus, the accommodation, the facilities, the sports, the fresh air… honestly I am so glad I chose what was a perfect uni to me. I thoroughly enjoyed studying but I can vouch that the facilities and the lecturers there truly encourage you to be the best version of yourself. 

Myra’s Career

I am grateful to be applying many things that I have learnt from uni and life. I am working in Human Resources and topics such as project planning, operational management, statistics and psychology all come into play. My journey hasn’t been always spearheaded for HRM. I had worked as a wedding planner, a coach, a team manager, a salesperson but getting the best out of and from people has always ignited fire within me.