We know that for many MBA wannabes – especially those with entrepreneurial aspirations – Stanford beckons. How can you approach the application thoughtfully and put yourself in the best position to succeed? What does Stanford GSB value in the application process? We also get it: applying to top schools is stressful – and you’re looking…
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Understanding Stanford GSB’s Take on Demonstrated Leadership Potential
What are the qualities that Stanford GSB is looking for as they build their class? How do successful applicants stand out from the crowd? At a school as competitive as Stanford, it’s a fact that many smart, accomplished applicants won’t get in—so how can you demonstrate that you have that “it” factor? Let us walk…
Is 10 Days Per Business School Application Enough?
There are a number of steps involved in the MBA application essay writing process: contemplating the questions, choosing the topics, and crafting a collection of short stories that tell a tale and appeal to an admissions committee. Each of these steps takes time. But HOW MUCH time do you actually need? A day? A week?…
UVA Darden MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines
If you like the idea of constantly being thrown into the decision maker’s role, using the case method to navigate real-life business situations, then you may want to consider applying to University of Virginia’s Darden MBA program. Darden is the second-largest case publisher in North America, and because of Darden’s commitment to the case study…
Understanding Stanford GSB’s Interest in Personal Qualities and Contributions
What are the qualities that Stanford GSB is looking for as they build their class? How do successful applicants stand out from the crowd? At a school as competitive as Stanford, it’s a fact that many smart, accomplished applicants won’t get in—so how can you demonstrate that you have that “it” factor? Let us walk…
Schwarzman Scholars: For Global Leaders Interested in China [Episode 267]
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Gaining Leadership Skills & In-Depth Knowledge of China through the Schwarzman Scholars’ Program [Show Summary] Dr. Rob Garris, Global Director of Admissions for the Schwarzman Scholars Program, discusses the Schwarzman Scholars’ program and admissions policies. Through the program, participants from around the world earn a Masters in Global Affairs at Tsingua University in Beijing. The entire…
Do You Have What Stanford’s Looking For?
If you’re planning to apply to Stanford GSB, you know your application must be exceptional: when you’re competing for a spot at a top program that only accepts under 6% of its applicants, you need to stand out! How can you make a great case for admission? Step #1: Show that you’re a great fit….
UC Berkeley Haas MBA Application Essay Tips & Deadlines
Haas, like several top MBA programs, is looking for a new dean to replace its dynamic, innovative dean, Richard Lyons, on July 1. He has served as dean for the last eleven years. I expect an announcement any day. Despite the impending change at the top, Haas is extremely difficult to get into. It has…
Show Intellectual Vitality to Get into Stanford GSB
Are you vying for a spot at one of America’s most elite business schools? Well then you need to understand what Stanford GSB’s admissions criteria of “Intellectual Vitality” is and how you can demonstrate it to the admissions committee. View this short video for more information. Full video transcript You’re applying to Stanford and you’re…
MIT Sloan MBA Application Tips & Deadlines
What’s new at MIT Sloan? While innovation is “in the air” at MIT Sloan, they are enjoying a period of relative stability amidst the excitement of constant creativity. They added a Round 3 two years ago to their application process, and in contrast to their neighbor on the Charles River – Harvard – have not…
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UCLA Anderson MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines
Although UCLA Anderson’s application has changed slightly this year, Anderson’s big news has nothing to do with its application this year and everything to do with change at the top: The school is one of several top MBA programs – including its neighbor to the north, UC Berkeley Haas – that is looking for a…
Chicago Booth MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines
Chicago Booth, which has never shied away from change, has changed its MBA application essays almost entirely this year. A few highlights: • Booth went from one required essay with a visual presentation option to two required essays. • There is no visual component to Booth’s application this year. After pioneering the visual element roughly…
Get Accepted to Harvard Business School – View Video Now!
If you missed Get Accepted to Harvard Business School, or if you’d like to view it again, the webinar is now available on-demand. As you prepare for next year’s applications, learn the key strategies you need to approach HBS’s application successfully. How can you show that you’re a perfect fit? How can you ensure your application…
NYU Stern MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines
NYU Stern’s application this year, as opposed to last, reflects evolution more than revolution. Last year Stern made significant changes to its application and added two focused MBA programs to its MBA portfolio. This year the changes are less significant. Let’s explore them: 1. Added back its November deadline, which is Stern’s Round 2 deadline….
MBA Applicants: Last Chance to Save
It may seem like it’s too early to be thinking about your business school applications, but trust us, September will be here before you know it. You don’t want to be playing catch up with a low GMAT score, a poorly thought out essay, or the discovery that a recommender doesn’t have time to write…
U.S. News Rankings: Everything I Ever Wanted to Know (But was Afraid to Ask) [Episode 265]
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U.S. News Answers All Your Rankings Questions [Summary] Normally, when U.S.-based applicants talk about “the top programs,” especially when they refer to the top X, as in the top 10 or the top 20, they are referring to U.S. News Rankings, the granddaddy of educational rankings. Today we’ll hear from U.S. News Executive Editor, Anne…
6 Tips for Creating Your Compelling MBA Goals Essay
Ask yourself this question: Is THIS the program that will help you reach your goals? Most schools ask why you want an MBA and why you want it from this school. And really, even if they didn’t ask you, you should still ask yourself. Before you invest the time and money in an MBA, you…
Michigan Ross MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines
The Michigan Ross MBA program is thriving. Its graduates are getting jobs throughout the United States and the world. Here are a few of the stats: • 97% had at least one job offer within three months of graduation. • Per Poets & Quants, Amazon is the top employer of Ross grads, and their 2017…
Kellogg MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines
As I write this post I’m on an airplane after spending two days on the gorgeous Northwestern campus and at Kellogg as part of the Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants’ annual conference. I have come away not only with a deeper appreciation of the Kellogg MBA and its admissions process, but immense admiration for…
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