Urv27 wrote:
Hi!
I wanted to create a space where people who are interested in this course can share their views. Global MiM is a two-year, practice based degree delivered jointly by London Business School and leading Chinese institution, the Fudan School of Management.
The requirements for this program are the same as the requirements of the traditional LBS MIM except that competency in Mandarin is encouraged but is not mandatory. There is no doubt about the fact that this program will provide immense eastern and western exposure but is it worth studying this program due to the language barrier in Shanghai? (I am an Indian)
Replies/Queries are welcome!
Hi there,
I attended the info session at LBS and my perception is that LBS is targeting those who wish to work in China/East Asia, or be involved with the region in some capacity (e.g. IB in Singapore but working on cross-border deals in China etc.). And a good way of demonstrating that interest is an attempt to learn about the Chinese culture and Mandarin.
If you can't present a convincing case on why China interests you and how you intend to use the Global MiM to further your intended career/job role after graduation, then your chances of getting in with a decent profile are slim. The exception to this is that if you have a stellar academics, work experience and a strong 'spike'- if so, then even a cursory mention of how you are 'learning Mandarin and are inspired by China's xyz and wish to work there', may be enough to at least bag an interview.
Ask yourself:
a) Do the potential benefits outweigh the financial and other opportunity costs involved in doing an additional year?
b) Does your intended career path require an understanding of China, and is a one-year academic experience the ideal way to go about this?
c) Do you enjoy stretching yourself, and venturing out of your comfort zone?
d) Have you researched about history and culture of China (India shares many commonalities with China, and has historically been a strong ally)?
As for your concerns about the language barrier, that's part of the experience and is not something which will hinder your learning and experience as the content will be taught in English- in fact, I think immersing yourself in a different culture for an extended period of time is the best way to gain an 'immense eastern exposure'. In addition, you will be able to take Mandarin language classes while at Fudan.
Also, send the admissions staff an email with your queries.