<p>For independent journalist, CEO, and CGA alum Andini Effendi, the MS in Global Affairs has been an integral part of her success. Effendi, the founder and CEO of Cauldron, says that CGA “serves as a dynamic center where diverse perspectives converge, all united by the common aim of enriching the world and contributing to its betterment.”</p> <p>“My role [as CEO] involves active participation in relationship building, leadership, and vision development, corporate strategy formulation, operational oversight, market positioning, and branding,&quot; shares Effendi.</p> <p>Cauldron is also a production company that focuses on non-fiction content. &quot;We produce documentaries, feature stories, and short content on history, social economy, and livelihood issues.” Her time at CGA not only fostered her ability to be a leader, but her analytical skills as well.</p>

<p>“My time at CGA significantly developed my analytical skills, focusing on global affairs, providing a deep understanding of geopolitical dynamics that proved invaluable in the nuanced world of strategic communication,&quot; she recalls.</p> <p>CGA afforded her the opportunity to &quot;engage with a diverse range of individuals worldwide, establish connections with esteemed faculty members and professors, and foster connections that have evolved into lifelong friendships.”</p>