Jean Marguerite A. Ong Hometown:   Manila, Philippines (Pre) Education:  Ateneo de Manila University (Pre) Employer:   Smart Communications Inc. Email: jeanong@pku.edu.cn

Aside from the academic program, one of the factors that I consider when choosing a school is the location. China's market is one of the fastest-growing markets and one of the largest economics in the world. In fact, it is predicted by many that China will soon be the economic superpower. This makes understanding China and learning Mandarin increasingly important. I believe that the best way to learn about something is to push oneself out of one's comfort zone; to be there and to experience it. Peking University's Guanghua School of Management has a very good reputation when it comes to education in China. Hence, earning an MBA degree in one of the best schools in China will help me gain more knowledge about this powerful economy and provide me with a deeper understanding of the way it operates.

It is very important for me to earn an MBA degree because I perceive it as enabling me to maximize my skills and competence. Having graduated from an IT-related course in college, my fundamental knowledge of business administration was not particularly extensive. It was only when I started working that I was able to gain experience and learn about the business side of corporations. However, I feel that I still have so much more to learn. Without a doubt, I believe that an MBA from a top university such as the Guanghua School of Management will help me gain the knowledge and experience I need. I chose the Peking University—National University of Singapore Double Degree because it's the best of both worlds, especially when it comes to learning about Asia. Armed with the knowledge and skills that I will gain after completing this Double Degree MBA program from two top business schools, I am sure that I will be able to accomplish so much more in my career. I am confident that I will be able to face all challenges in the ever-changing landscape of my chosen field.