Marta, International Development

Marta Massera has graduated Summa Cum Laude in International Development. She is Research Analyst at the World Cocoa Foundation. The World Cocoa Foundation is based in Washington D.C., USA, with offices in Accra, Ghana, and Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. 

>What skills and / or strategy helped you to succeed at PSIA? 

During my two years at PSIA, I was surrounded by awesome friends and I connected with great professors who have always motivated me in doing my best. Also, I tried to balance my studies with activities outside class, while avoiding feeling the pressure of always doing more. 

What part of your PSIA experience do you think will be of greatest help in your career? 

My PSIA experience has surely strengthened my analytical skills and allowed me to better understand different perspectives and points of view. It has made me reflect about the complexity of certain issues. These are skills that have already helped me in my current job, and will for sure help me in the future. And I have learned French and a little bit of Portuguese, which is great.

What advice would you give to current and future PSIA students? 

Create your own PSIA experience and chase what interests you the most! One of the strongest points at PSIA is the variety of courses offered and the possibility for students to build-up their own curriculum and network. Use this opportunity to follow classes that stimulate you, connect with professors and meet enthusiastic students. 

• About The World Cocoa Foundation
• About the Master in International Development