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March 31, 2026
When you decide you need an MBA to take the next step in your career, how do you choose where to apply? Even the strongest MBA candidates—who have competitive test scores, solid GPAs, and impressive work experience—face uncertain admissions odds. Acceptance rates at top programs are often in the single digits, and no profile is…
February 17, 2026
Researching your target MBA programs is an important part of your MBA journey—and a key part of that research should be reaching out to students and alumni of your target programs. You have many options to do so! First, schools have invested a lot of effort to make a wealth of information available online. Frankly,…
January 30, 2026
An estimated 80% of all businesses are considered family businesses to some degree. Therefore, it’s not surprising that the vast majority of business schools offer one or more courses focused on the unique challenges of running a business that means a whole lot more to you than just making money. If you are already working…
January 22, 2026
Are you aiming for a job in a competitive finance area such as risk management, corporate finance, or algorithmic trading but don’t want an MBA—at least for now? If so, consider applying for a Master of Finance (MFin/MSF) degree. There is high demand for skilled finance professionals, and this degree can prepare you for a…
January 21, 2026
There is no better way to get to know an MBA program—and for an MBA program to get to know you—than to make an on-campus visit. However, you can also learn quite a bit about a program by conducting online research. If, for whatever reason—distance, a busy work schedule, or cost constraints—you cannot visit a…
December 23, 2025
More and more top MBA programs are offering admission to exceptional students in their senior year of undergraduate studies and to students who began working toward a master’s degree directly after college. Although deferred admissions programs differ, the gist is that if undergraduate students know they will need an MBA degree to achieve their goals,…
December 5, 2025
In recent years, business schools have increased their commitment to improving diversity, equity, and inclusion across their programs. While we all work toward empowering diversity and inclusion in our workplaces, The Consortium for Graduate Study Management partners with business school programs to help grow the number of African American, Hispanic, and Native American business leaders. Consortium applicants…
November 20, 2025
Every year, new MBA rankings from media outlets such as U.S. News & World Report, Fortune, Bloomberg Businessweek, and Financial Times spark a flurry of excitement and anxiety among prospective applicants. I often hear, “I only want to go to a top-ten school.” But here’s the truth: the best MBA program isn’t necessarily the one that ranks highest; it’s the…
November 20, 2025
Are you a college senior interested in a career in business but with a focus on data and analytics? Or are you an early career professional looking to pivot to a new role or to upskill to understand data and how it translates to the business side of your work—perhaps gaining a promotion and/or a…
October 29, 2025
How do you “fit” into an MBA program? Whether the issue is you liking a school or a school liking you (to the point that it accepts you), the question of fit is one that should always be top of mind for any applicant. Do you like a program’s teaching style? The focus of the…
October 22, 2025
Did you earn your undergraduate degree in a non-business field at a US-based institution but are longing to build international business knowledge? Are you an international student who sees a future working in Europe but lacks the connections and knowledge to secure your dream entry-level position? If so, a Master in Management (MiM) degree from…
October 21, 2025
When comparing business schools and trying to decide where to apply, applicants often focus on metrics: the rankings, reputations, average post-MBA starting salary, industry specializations, and employment statistics. Many aspiring MBAs compare business school curricula, teaching styles, and other unique resources, such as student clubs and centers of excellence. Although these are all important details…
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