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Columbia Business School MBA Essays for 2022-2023: Tips & Strategy
May. 30th, 2022
Columbia Business School just posted its deadlines for the 2022/2023 season, along with a new essay question. Unlike its M7 rivals, Columbia operates on a rolling admissions process – both for early and regular decisions – and applications are reviewed in the order that they are received. The new Early Decision deadline is September […]
HBS Essay for 2022-2023: New word count + tips
May. 25th, 2022
Today, Harvard Business School released its MBA Application Guide for 2022-2023, confirming that its singular essay question remains intact: “As we review your application, what more would you like us to know as we consider your candidacy for the Harvard Business School MBA Program?” However, there’s a noteworthy change: The Harvard MBA essay now has […]
How to Choose a Business School: 8 Key Factors
May. 17th, 2022
Getting an MBA from one of the world’s top business schools will provide you with a coveted distinction. Honing your target list of MBA programs demands self-awareness and introspection from the outset — a practice that continues throughout the application process. It also takes smart strategy. To make the most of your time and energy (not […]
How To Research MBA Programs: 4 Key Tips
May. 3rd, 2022
Most MBA admission committees are obsessed with fit, and you should be too. That’s why you’ll want to adopt a fit-centric mindset to optimize your time and effort when narrowing down your short list of target schools. Why? Too often, candidates assume that if they get into a top MBA program, they are destined for a […]
Should I Go to Grad School?
Apr. 30th, 2022
“Should I go to grad school?” As seasoned admissions coaches, our answer invariably is: It depends. A graduate degree is a coveted distinction, especially from a top program. And while the best graduate degrees promise to enhance your job and financial prospects, not all degrees are created equal. When asking, “what should I go to grad […]
Understanding the Different Types of MBA Programs
Apr. 28th, 2022
Committing to pursuing the Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a life-changing endeavor. People that are drawn to risks and rewards associated with entrepreneurship, management, or corporations can duly benefit from business school. And, business school isn’t just about creating decision-makers — it’s about creating leaders. The most important qualities for catalyzing meaningful change across […]
How To Negotiate An MBA Scholarship + Example Letter
Apr. 25th, 2022
You’ve won an MBA scholarship, but not from your dream school. Should you take it? It’s a fortunate dilemma to have, but one that ties many of our clients in knots around this time of year. The scenario typically goes like this: You’ve been offered a good scholarship at one school – but not your […]
Positioning Extracurriculars on Your MBA Application: Mistakes to Avoid
Apr. 22nd, 2022
As an MBA candidate, how you articulate your extracurricular involvement contributes to your overall story. Ideally, well-positioned extracurriculars will clarify and reinforce your passions, involvement in community, and commitment to pursuits outside of work. As mentioned in part one of this series on how to position extracurriculars on your business school application, what you share with the admissions committee sends […]
How to Get Into Columbia Business School: MBA Application Requirements
Apr. 20th, 2022
With its New York City location, Columbia Business School lauds that it’s at the “center of business.” The symbiotic relationship between Columbia Business School (CBS) and the business world is a major program benefit. Indeed, CBS notes on its website that “more business leaders visit our campus than any other top business school.” Because of its […]
How to Get Into Wharton: Guide To Enter Wharton MBA Program
Apr. 20th, 2022
Part of the venerated trinity known as HSW (Harvard/ Stanford GSB/ Wharton), and a place in Wharton’s incoming class is more competitive than ever. Last year, the application volume rose to a new record of 7,338 candidates vying for one of the 897 seats in the Class of 2023. But that’s no surprise. The evolutions […]
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