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Harvard Business School

“Educate leaders who make a difference in the world.”

Harvard Business School offers a transformative learning experience that aims to educate leaders who will make a difference in the world. HBS actively evolves to maintain its competitive edge against other top-tier business schools by consistently enhancing its educational offerings, resources, and global outreach. It remains a beacon of leadership, innovation, and business education.

Its commitment to fostering a comprehensive understanding of global business challenges and leadership practices makes it a top choice for aspiring MBAs around the world. The extensive alumni network (90,000+ alumni) and the school's continuous innovation in its curriculum and offerings ensure that HBS graduates are well-equipped to lead in diverse business environments globally.

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class profile

HBS maintains a large class size, with recent incoming classes consisting of around 930 students. This size contributes to a diverse and vibrant community. The school ensures a broad mix of ethnicities, nationalities, and professional backgrounds among its students, enhancing the learning environment through varied perspectives and experiences. This diversity is a cornerstone of the learning experience at HBS, preparing students to become leaders who can navigate and influence a globally interconnected business world.  While the incoming class profile offers just a static snapshot, it remains a critical tool for evaluating your admissions prospects. For example, the predominance of graduates from Engineering, Business, or Economics - comprising 68% of the latest class - highlights their strong preference for candidates with formidable quantitative and analytical abilities.

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