F2F Class Notes (Tony)

Vocabulary

It’s a potential University for me.

backup – a plan B, the thing you will do if your first plan doesn’t happen

eg: Do you have a backup school?

renowned – well known for great achievements

eg: Fudan University has a renowned business program.

keep tabs on someone/something – keeping notes on someone/something, following their activities, know what they are doing

eg: Of course the US government is keeping tabs on Snowden.

eg: They’re not keeping tabs on where I travel to.

Writing exercise

First, I’m a fast learner. I have been through five positions in the past 10 years, so I learn things very fast and adapt to new environment quickly.
Secondly, I have 10 years’ management experiences in the army. Although it’s different with business jobs, I want combine what I learn from class and my work experiences to form my own management philosophy.
Third, my join will diversify the class. Students in MBA program are from different industries, but few were from the military. My thoughts and experiences will provide a unique perspective for other students. We can learn form each other.
Finally, I am a persistent person, since I have made this design, I will do my best to learn and pursue my dreams. I would be proud if I can enter FU, I hope FU will be proud of me one day.


First, I’m a fast learner. I’ve had five positions in the past 10 years, so I learn things very rapidly and adapt to new environments quickly.
Secondly, I have 10 years’ management experience in the army. Although it’s different with business, I want to combine what I’ll learn from class and my work experiences to form my own management philosophy.
Third, if I am accepted by the University I will diversify the class. Students in MBA programs are from different industries, but few are from the military. My values and experiences will provide a unique perspective for other students. We can learn from each other.
Finally, I am a persistent person, since I’ve made this plan, I will do my best to learn and pursue my dreams. I’d be proud if I can enter FU, I hope FU will be proud of me one day.