10 Movies Every Aspiring Business Person Must Watch

’m sure the lessons in a class are productive but there is only enough that you can learn from thick textbooks and PowerPoint presentations. Sure these lessons might be valuable and also applicable in real lives, but do they really speak to you? Can you relate to them? If you don’t see yourself living those examples, then it’s time you move to something new. At times the easiest way to communicate and accept reality is through fiction. And there’s nothing you can relate to than cinema. Specifically talking about business students, their work consumes most of their lives. For many, work is their religion. They live by it and speak through it. Their hard work, perseverance, and untiring efforts are seen through their decision-making skills and their success. The best way business students can relate to reality and most of all learn great examples of success is by watching some of the most well-crafted Business Movies, which Hollywood has produced so far. From Jordan Belfort to Howard Hughes we witness the stories of betrayal, achievement, and epiphany.

Here are 10 business movies that every business student must watch:

WOLF OF WALL STREET

Wolf of Wall Street has to be in the top list of the must-watched business movies by business students. As it takes us deep inside the life journey of Jordan Belford, it also reveals a number of secrets a business hides from the world. It takes us into the dark world of Wall Street and how people barter their integrity to become wealthy.

TUCKER: A MAN AND HIS DREAM

Looking for some inspiration before stepping into the world of entrepreneurship? This is one of the business movies that can be very motivational for young entrepreneurs. It greatly emphasizes on believing and following your dream, but a journey without hurdles is no fun.

THE INSIDER

A business movie starring Al Pacino and Russell Crow; what’s there not to watch? These two brilliant actors teach us about the ethics and morals required while running a business. It’s a story about a man who has to make the right choice by keeping his integrity intact.

THE BIG SHORT (BUSINESS MOVIES)

The Big Short is a well-executed film based on the 2007-08 Wall Street crisis. A group of geniuses trying to take over the housing subprime and making the bankers look obnoxious. This business movie will keep you until the end.

OFFICE SPACE

This film is actually a comedy business movie for those who hate their 9-5 life-draining jobs. It presents office politics in its true form. Peter Gibbons with his great acting and even more amazing comedy, very brilliantly delivers his message that all of us can easily relate to.

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE

This black and white classic business movie gives us a detailed lesson of morals, practical business and how to overcome financial issues. The real lesson all business students can learn from this movie is that money can’t buy everything and real joy lies in spending time with friends, family and loved ones.

SMARTEST GUYS IN THE ROOM

This business movie discloses the history of some of the world’s biggest business frauds and crisis, and you as a business person need to know, how and why the situation arose. This movie also teaches us the difference between doing the right things and doing things right.

THE GODFATHER

This all time favorite classic movie is a must watch. It’s one of the greatest business movies ever directed. This movie is a bible for business students. This movie will teach you everything about building networks and connections and how to survive in a super competitive market.

BARBARIANS AT THE GATE

Business students are very passionate to learn new strategies and techniques to help them establish and run their business. This business movie is the real deal, that will teach you how to gain power, how to always stay ahead of your competitors and avail the best opportunities.

JOY

Why do organizations operate the way they do? What keeps them in the game? This business movie will answer all your queries. An inspiring story of a single mother who works hard and overcomes all challenges, to operate her business. This movie is a must watch for all the young entrepreneurs.