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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,\u00a0<\/span>The Consortium for Graduate Study Management<\/b><\/a>\u00a0partners with business school programs to help grow the number of African American, Hispanic, and Native American business leaders. Consortium applicants also need to be able to demonstrate a commitment to promoting the inclusion of members of these groups in boardrooms and empowering these communities. Having worked with many Consortium applicants (and having been one myself), I have seen the benefits of applying to the\u00a0<\/span>Consortium MBA member institutions<\/b><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the top reasons why you should apply through The Consortium:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Streamlined Application Process<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Amid the hectic business school application process\u2014which includes taking (and retaking!) the GMAT, GRE, or EA; writing essays; and getting recommendation letters\u2014The Consortium\u2019s streamlined approach can take away a bit of the stress. Although the application requirements for those who apply through The Consortium are exactly the same as for those who apply directly to schools, the ability to press \u201cSubmit\u201d once versus multiple times can minimize the chances of submitting mistakes\u2014not to mention the time saved by only filling out one application! Furthermore, The Consortium\u2019s Round 1 deadline tends to be a little bit later than the respective member schools\u2019 Round 1 deadlines, thus giving you a little more time to work on your essays.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Lower Application Costs<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Consortium application includes a tiered fee depending on the number of schools to which you apply, which significantly lowers the cost versus applying to the same schools individually. There is one fee ($150) for applying to the Consortium and one member school, and the cost is $50 for each additional school after that. As you either know or will soon discover, applying to business school can be an investment, so you will appreciate any savings that you can find.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Opportunity for a Merit-Based Fellowship<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are you interested in free tuition to a top business school program? The opportunity to be awarded a full- or partial-tuition Consortium fellowship is only available to applicants who apply through The Consortium. Even if you are accepted by a member school, you will not be considered for the fellowship unless you apply through The Consortium.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. The OP!<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the\u00a0<\/span>best<\/span><\/i> advantages of applying through The Consortium has to be \u201cThe\u00a0OP\u201d\u2014otherwise known as the Orientation Program. Hosted by a different member company in a different city every year, this is your first opportunity to meet your Consortium family. The event\u2014which is scheduled to take place in\u00a0Seattle, Washington, on May 31\u2013June 3, 2026\u2014is filled with outstanding speakers, alumni panels focused on a variety of career paths, a series of workshops, social activities, and fun networking events. Consortium students gain career development advice from member institutions and corporate partners.\u00a0The\u00a0OP generally ends with interviews and a huge career fair, at which you can begin cultivating strong connections for your dream job or even land a great internship offer before you begin your MBA program.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Recruiting<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although\u00a0The OP\u00a0is the start of networking and Consortium-specific recruiting opportunities, these opportunities are also available throughout the year. A recent Consortium fellow shared with my colleague that she received her first internship offer at\u00a0The\u00a0OP and then received another through Consortium recruiting events in the fall. So,\u00a0<\/span>two<\/span><\/i>\u00a0internship offers before the end of the first semester\u2014not bad!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Additional Professional Development<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Business schools are very,\u00a0<\/span>very<\/span><\/i> competitive! When it comes to recruiting for top internships, you must be prepared pretty early in your MBA journey. Although you have access to your school\u2019s career center, a great benefit of being a Consortium member is having a ton of additional access to professional development opportunities, second-year Consortium students, and\u00a0The\u00a0OP. Starting in the summer before your first year of school, The Consortium will help you polish your resume and perfect your 30-second elevator pitch. This plays a huge role in building your confidence to pursue those top internship opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Access to the Consortium Network<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Building relationships is the key to any business school experience. Another benefit of attending a Consortium program is the bond you build with other Consortium members both at your own school and across other schools around the world. This cross-school connection can expand the network you build during business school. For instance, Consortium Special Interest Groups (SIGs) connect students and alumni by function, while corporate partners provide information to these groups. Whether you are a student or a graduate, the benefits of having an additional network can be invaluable throughout your career!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Would you like our advice on applying to business school through The Consortium?\u00a0<\/span><\/i>Sign up for a free Stratus consultation!<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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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,\u00a0The Consortium for Graduate Study Management\u00a0partners with business school programs to help grow the number of African American, Hispanic, and Native American business leaders. 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