Caroline Diarte Edwards

Fortuna Co-Founder and Director Caroline Diarte Edwards served as INSEAD's Director of Admissions, Marketing & Financial Aid, where she admitted more than 7,000 students.

Post MBA Career Path: Opportunities and Success

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An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is one of the most valuable graduate degrees worldwide, unlocking diverse career opportunities across industries. Whether you’re seeking a new direction, aiming to accelerate your current career, or exploring entrepreneurial ventures, business school can provide the skills, networks, and strategies to achieve your professional ambitions for your post MBA

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7 Good Questions to Ask MBA Admissions Officers

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Choosing an MBA program is a big decision, and speaking directly with admissions officers can provide you with crucial insights beyond what’s available on websites and brochures. Asking thoughtful questions can help you better understand a program’s culture, resources, and the opportunities it offers. Here’s a guide to some good questions to ask MBA admissions

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What are the M7 Business Schools: A Guide to the Elite

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The world of business education is fiercely competitive, with the M7 business schools standing unrivaled at the top of the pyramid. These elite business schools consistently rank among the best MBA programs in the world, attracting top talent and launching graduates into highly successful careers. But what exactly sets the M7 schools apart, and why

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Test-Optional MBA Programs that Waive the GMAT​ and GRE

Test-Optional MBA Programs that Waive the GMAT​ and GRE

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MBA programs understand that applicants are not accurately represented solely by their test scores. Several top-ranked programs will waive standardized test requirements upon request, allowing you to submit your application without a GMAT or GRE score.  Should you consider applying for your MBA with no GMAT or GRE score in Round One? Or should you

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How to Get into INSEAD

How to Get into INSEAD: Advice for 6 Common MBA Profiles

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During my seven years at INSEAD, where I served as director of MBA admissions, marketing & financial aid, I oversaw all aspects of candidate evaluation and policy decisions for INSEAD MBA requirements. Here’s my advice for positioning a stand-out application for six typical profiles to help you learn how to get in INSEAD Business School.

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MBA Waitlist: Strategies and Actions for Getting Admitted

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Being waitlisted can be tormenting, but there are actions you can take now to boost your chances of admission. After all the work you put into polishing every sentence of your MBA application, it can be frustrating to get the news that you’ve been placed on the waitlist for admissions. As  Poets&Quants editor John Byrne

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US vs. European MBA Programs: The 7 Key Differences

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As the former Director of Admissions at INSEAD, I often get asked about how an MBA at a top international school is different from a top US school. It’s a great question. There are many commonalities between such schools – you’ll find a similar curriculum, top notch professors, access to outstanding job opportunities, as well

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