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Am I Too Young for an MBA?
November 2, 2023
Many people start thinking about applying to MBA programs when they have only one to two years of post-undergrad work experience, which is under or at the low end of the three- to eight-year experience range that 80% of applicants have when they matriculate. MBA programs are seeking people who can be productive contributors in…
You Submitted Your MBA Applications in Round 1—Now What? Strategize for Round 2
October 31, 2023
Congratulations on successfully submitting your Round 1 MBA applications! It is not an easy process, and you deserve a lot of credit for getting your applications in on time. For many of you, now is the time to start preparing for your MBA interviews; we have provided you with some interview guidance in this blog…
Am I Too Old for an MBA? Reasons to Consider Alternative MBAs
October 30, 2023
The average age of a first-year MBA student is less than 28. If you are more than five years older than the average student in a top MBA program, you might be wondering, “How does the admissions committee think about me as an older candidate?” or “Will it be impossible for me to gain admission as an older…
Seven Things NOT to Do in Your MBA Interviews
October 26, 2023
So, you were lucky enough to receive an invitation to interview at your top-choice MBA program. Congratulations! For most schools, your chances of acceptance have increased to roughly 50%. However, this is less likely to be the case at schools that try to interview most candidates, such as Northwestern Kellogg, and schools that allow applicants…
Finance to MBA: Five Considerations for Applicants
October 25, 2023
Finance is one of the largest industries that business schools draw from. Here, I use the term “finance” broadly, including corporate finance, investment banking, equity research, private equity, asset management, and others. MBA admissions committees like candidates with experience in finance, as they generally have the quant skills needed to succeed academically. The flip side…
Seven Things to Do in Your MBA Interviews
October 24, 2023
Congratulations! You worked hard on your applications and just received that coveted e-mail or call inviting you to interview at your top-choice business school. While some schools grant interviews to applicants on request or to those who file their application before a certain date, most competitive schools offer interviews by invitation only. The percentage of…
How to Get into The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
October 23, 2023
In 1881, Wharton became the first collegiate business school in the world. Joseph Wharton’s legacy lives on (his image can be found on the MBA Pub shirts) through a highly-ranked MBA program, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Build Your MBA Leadership Profile Through Community Involvement
October 19, 2023
Although giving blood, participating in charity runs, and making financial contributions to worthy causes are noble endeavors, they are not viewed as leadership or community involvement by admissions committees at top MBA programs. Similarly, you do not have to start a nonprofit or sit on the junior boards of multiple organizations to demonstrate your leadership…
How to Get into Stanford Graduate School of Business
October 18, 2023
How to Get into Stanford Graduate School of Business Stanford Graduate School of Business Program Overview The Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) takes its mission seriously: “Change lives. Change organizations. Change the world.” The school seeks candidates who not only will be transformed by the experience of earning an MBA but will also seek…
How Long Does It Really Take to Build an MBA Application?
October 17, 2023
Most of our clients ask us, “How long does it take to put an MBA application together?” This is a great question—and one that you should consider seriously. However, there’s a different answer for every client. Therefore, in this blog post, I intend to help you build your personal business school application timeline. To start,…
Six Tips to Prepare for Your MBA Interviews
October 13, 2023
Congratulations, you got the interview! Now you have the opportunity to tell more of your story to the admissions committee as part of the interview process. Here are six tips to help you convert your interview into a seat at your dream MBA program! Know your story. Practice the basics. Although a few interviews require…
Six Tips to Help You Ace Your Virtual MBA Interviews
October 12, 2023
Although all MBA programs have returned to hosting on-campus visits and in-person education, the massive shift to remote work in the past few years has solidified the case for offering remote MBA interview options. And while some in-person interview options are available, many MBA programs continue to prioritize virtual interviewing. Some of the benefits center…