I just received my letter of offer for the University of Hong Kong MBA program with the London Business School track. I'm absolutely over the moon about this - it will be an incredible experience.
I fit the demographic of people who weren't absolutely serious about their careers in their teens/early twentys and have an average GPA to show for it. I think for people thinking about applying to top 30 MBA programs who are in their mid-twenties and don't have much to show, you can overcome an average GPA through your extra curriculars. There were two main things I did to boost my chances - I became president of my local young professionals network, and I began public speaking at different events around my country. Both of those elements were looked upon favourably by the admissions team. It took three years to build up a strong history but I enjoyed every minute of it.
I scored a 640 with my first GMAT and a 620 the second time. HKU's average GMAT is 660, but like a friend of mine said, 50% of students who apply will be below the average so don't count yourself out!
The other point is, keep persevering! Sometimes it feels like fighting an uphill battle but if you keep focused you'll get there eventually.
Best of luck with everyones applications!
I fit the demographic of people who weren't absolutely serious about their careers in their teens/early twentys and have an average GPA to show for it. I think for people thinking about applying to top 30 MBA programs who are in their mid-twenties and don't have much to show, you can overcome an average GPA through your extra curriculars. There were two main things I did to boost my chances - I became president of my local young professionals network, and I began public speaking at different events around my country. Both of those elements were looked upon favourably by the admissions team. It took three years to build up a strong history but I enjoyed every minute of it.
I scored a 640 with my first GMAT and a 620 the second time. HKU's average GMAT is 660, but like a friend of mine said, 50% of students who apply will be below the average so don't count yourself out!
The other point is, keep persevering! Sometimes it feels like fighting an uphill battle but if you keep focused you'll get there eventually.
Best of luck with everyones applications!
