• September 11, 2026
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What to know before studying an MBA in China (2026)

From gaining basic language skills to familiarizing yourself with the country's advanced digital ecosystem, here's what MBA students think you need to know before studying in China
Matt Kefford
Matt Kefford
Published in Study Abroad
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International students in China study together on the PKU Guanghua School of Management campus

How can you prepare yourself for life as an MBA student in China, an innovative and culturally rich study location? 

In this GMAC video, international students currently living in Beijing and studying at PKU Guanghua School of Management reveal some of the key aspects of student life in China that you should be aware of, plus how to prepare for them. 

Before her MBA, Bach Khanh Linh, from Vietnam, gained her bachelor's in international business economics before entering the entertainment industry to work in corporate governance and investor relations. 

Camilo Avila Montes also studied economics in his native Colombia before securing a role at an investment firm prior to enrolling in his MBA. 

After graduating from his master's degree in structural optimization, Mihir Ravindra Mogra, from India, had a highly technical career working with an engineering startup before choosing to enroll at PKU Guanghua. 

All three students welcomed the diverse and immersive experience that studying in China would deliver. 
Matt Kefford
Matt Kefford
Published in Study Abroad

Matt Kefford is Deputy Editor for GMAC.com, responsible for writing, editing, and producing multimedia content as well as driving content strategy for the website. A business education journalist for 5+ years, he regularly features as a judge on education industry awards and speaks at industry events. 

Previously, Matt has written and produced content for national news organizations including The Sunday Times, i News, and Sky News, as well as a number of regional titles. Matt has a B.A. in History from the University of Leeds and an M.A. in Journalism from the University of Sheffield. He is also a gold standard accredited journalist with the National Council for the Training of Journalists.

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