Mexico City, October 16. Since the race began, Jorge del Castillo, an alumnusUP, , has had one goal: to pursue an MBA abroad. He was interested in building a career in banking and saw this experience as an opportunity to expand his knowledge and prepare for new professional challenges. However, his first years on the job and the founding of a health technology company gave that goal a more concrete meaning.
Today, as a student in the Yale MBA Silver Scholars program, Jorge recognizes that his career path has been shaped by his experience, his training, and the support of the people who have accompanied him along the way.
Learning from Experience
While studying Business Administration and Finance at the Universidad Panamericana, Jorge joined Grupo Cinemex as a junior financial planning analyst. He later worked at Fausto García Asociados, an investment banking firm in Mexico, where he participated in mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and restructurings.
At the same time, he co-founded MyDoc, a health technology company. The initiative stemmed from his personal experience with various surgeries and his interest in improving medical care and follow-up processes in Mexico.
Starting her own business helped her identify the skills she needed to develop and reinforced her decision to pursue an MBA.
“Building something of my own made me realize what tools and knowledge I was missing, and that was one of the main reasons I decided to pursue an MBA,” he says.
Thus, entrepreneurship became one of the factors that reinforced her decision to continue her education through an international graduate program.
A goal that took shape
His professional environment also influenced his decision. At Fausto García Asociados, he worked alongside people who shared his interest in pursuing an MBA, including a mentor who was preparing his own application.
Upon learning about the Yale MBA Silver Scholars program, he found an option that aligned with his goal of continuing his education early in his career. According to his account, Jorge became the first Mexican admitted to this program.
Another pivotal experience was her UP International Summer Program at Wharton, which reinforced her interest in pursuing graduate studies abroad and confirmed that she wanted to take that next step.
Preparation and Support from the UP Community
The admissions process took months of work. Between his college coursework, his job, and the development of MyDoc, Jorge had to find time to write essays and complete applications to various schools, always with Yale as his primary goal.
He recalls the process as a long and, at times, frustrating journey. Along the way, the support of his family and close friends was important in helping him stay motivated and keep applying.
The Spanish Society of Clinical Oncology ( Universidad Panamericana ) also contributed by providing letters of recommendation and helping to finalize the applications. Jorge extends special thanks to Maite Alcelay, Aurora Pino, and Cecilia Canal for their support.
In addition, engaging with the Yale community allowed him to learn more about the program before making his decision. Conversations with students, alumni, and university representatives, as well as a campus visit during which he attended a class as an auditor, gave him firsthand insight into the academic experience and the community he hoped to join.
An experience to share
Jorge arrived at Yale in August 2025 and expects to graduate in May 2027. He is currently a sophomore, participates in the finance, soccer, and Latin America clubs, and particularly values what he learns from his professors and classmates.
Beyond academics, what stands out is the community's willingness to support others: to offer guidance, share experiences, and answer the call when someone needs help.
It is that same openness that he wishes to offer the UP community. He invites those considering an MBA abroad to reach out to the University, take advantage of its resources, and seek guidance to take that first step.
“It all starts with giving it a try. It’s not easy, and it’s a long process, but it’s totally worth it,” she says.
Today, in addition to continuing his training, Jorge wants to support others who share this passion: “If you want to take that step and need help, count on me.”
His story shows how a college education, professional experience, entrepreneurship, and the support of a community can help build a career with international reach. It also highlights the importance of sharing what one has learned to open up opportunities for those seeking to continue their academic studies abroad.
