Janelle Chenglay
Janelle Chenglay

I graduated from Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines with a bachelor’s degree in management engineering. Before joining the MBA degree programme, I worked as an associate manager in the Project and Strategic Management Group at Avida Land Corp., a national real estate developer in the Philippines.  My valuable experiences in this role of leading cross-functional teams throughout the project development process, made me fully appreciate and get a grasp of the business side of real estate, which later on motivated me to pursue a full-time MBA degree.

HKU’s MBA programme has a holistic approach that combines lectures from esteemed professors covering technical know-how and real-life applications, networking with classmates and industry professionals, company visits and seminars, and a host of other events and activities that cater to the different interests and needs of the entire cohort. The university also provides career assistance as well as opportunities for its students to better navigate the business world in and out of Hong Kong.

The diverse mix of nationalities and professional backgrounds not only makes for well-rounded discussions inside and outside of the classroom, but also forms interesting groups of peers who enrich the experience. On top of that, Hong Kong  bustles with continuous growth across industries and hosts a wide range of cultures that make it a unique place to be. Overall, with its structure coupled to the city’s dynamic environment, I have to say that the HKU MBA programme definitely has something to offer for everyone.