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Peggy Hughes is a writer based in Berlin, Germany. She has worked in the education sector for her whole career, and loves nothing more than to help make sense of it to students, teachers and applicants.
Published: March 15, 2025
What Are MBA Application Rounds?
In the MBA admissions process, application rounds are windows of time during which you can submit your application materials, before the final deadline of a given round. Most business schools offer three MBA application rounds; some only offer two; others may have a deadline every month of the season. But, for the most part, business schools stagger applicants across three application rounds in order to build up the best, most diverse, and most qualified class possible.  Each of these application rounds offer different advantages—and disadvantages—to candidates. In this article, we’ll talk you through the rounds-based timeline Read more
Published: March 15, 2025
Are Online MBA Programs Affordable?
MBAs are popular for a multitude of reasons: for launching new careers, gaining high salaries, and learning valuable skills. The rewards of an MBA don’t come cheap, but it may surprise you to learn just how affordable online MBA programs can be.  If you are looking for a lower-cost, more affordable way to gain an MBA, you’re not alone. Many candidates are hoping to work towards this impressive goal while avoiding the high tuition costs of traditional programs. And, if this is you, an online program could be your answer. In this article, Read more
Published: March 9, 2025
Everything You Need to Know About the Executive Assessment
The Executive Assessment (EA) has become another entrance exam option–on top of the usual suspects of the GMAT and GRE–for business school admissions. It’s designed specifically for experienced professionals.  The exam is short, consisting of three 30 minute sections:  Integrated Reasoning; Verbal Reasoning; Quantitative Reasoning. It evaluates the skills that business professionals use in their employment and will require to complete their business school program.  Which Business Schools Accept the Executive Assessment? In the chart below, we identify which Read more
Published: March 8, 2025
MBA Fellowships and Community: Support For Women in Business School
The representation of women in business schools and leadership roles is growing, but gender parity in MBA admissions has been fickle. While some business schools have met the fifty-percent mark–with USC Marshall being the first top-tier program to do so with its Class of 2020–class profiles can fluctuate. In order to address the challenges faced by women entering business school, a number of MBA fellowships and scholarship programs are available.  These challenges can include imposter syndrome Read more
Published: March 8, 2025
Minorities in MBA Programs: Scholarships and Support
The last few years have seen great change in the initiatives available for minorities entering MBA programs. In the wake of Supreme Court rulings, DEI and affirmative action are likely to be rolled back. The decision to minimize affirmative action policies in higher-education admissions adds to the already long list of challenges faced by minority MBA applicants. In the face of these changes, the drive to support underrepresented minority MBA students becomes more critical than ever. This article will walk you through the resources available, exploring funding options such Read more
Published: February 28, 2025
How are MBAs Integrating Sustainability?
An emphasis on the environment is growing. Consumers are increasingly concerned about sustainability, and businesses are evolving to meet customer demand. To prepare graduates for this new landscape, MBAs are doubling down on sustainability in their curricula.  In this article, we’ll explore exactly how sustainability is being incorporated into the world of business. We’ll unpack the ways in which MBA programs are working with sustainability concentrations, and examine the specializations appearing on MBA programs. And, finally, we’ll take a look at the careers on offer for MBA graduates interested in sustainability.  Read more
Published: February 28, 2025
The MBA & Social Impact: Business Grads Can Make A Difference
Perspectives towards jobs are changing, and those at the beginning of their careers want more than just a string of promotions. Young professionals across sectors are hoping to make a difference. ESMT, for example, reported that over 91% of its MBA graduates were seeking a job with that goal in mind.  In line with this trend, many MBAs are incorporating social impact into their programs. They are building in specializations that differ from usual MBA topics, focusing on impact, sustainability, and social Read more
Published: February 22, 2025
An MBA for Business Owners: The Whats and The Whys
Entrepreneurs have made somewhat of a disruptive name for themselves. Their career paths tend to exist outside of the realms of institutions and convention, and many are famous for lacking degrees or formal education. There are, however, some true benefits to business owners to be found in an MBA or in a Masters in Entrepreneurship. In fact, many MBAs hope to become entrepreneurs one day, and some start businesses right after graduating.  Why Might Business Owners Consider an MBA or a Specialized Masters in Entrepreneurship? There are a number Read more
Published: February 18, 2025
Top European Business Schools’ Podcasts
Next in our roundup of MBA podcasts, we’re turning our sights to schools based in Europe. In this article, we’ll highlight podcasts from top business schools across the Atlantic, spotlighting everything from fascinating faculty research to stories from leading CEOs.  Alliance Manchester Business School: Original Thinking Podcast Alliance Manchester Business School’s Original Thinking Podcast presents to its listeners a discussion with the sharpest minds in business. In this podcast, professors, researchers and business Read more
Published: February 18, 2025
Which Business Schools Have Part-Time MBAs & Which Are Top-Ranked?
A full-time MBA provides an immersive business education. With one to two years spent on a campus, building community and learning among (and from) accomplished professionals is a priceless experience. However, not everyone can uproot their lives to move or take a break from their careers. That’s when a part-time MBA is worth considering. So, where do you start? Does a part-time MBA fit into your life better? Wondering which programs are considered top-ranked? Not sure what sort of price tag to be looking at? We’re here to help. We’ve put together this guide on Read more
Published: February 13, 2025
Insights on Air: Wharton’s Ripple Effect Podcast
Sponsored Content The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania has long been considered an industry leader in business education. Its faculty is world-renowned, its curriculum top-tier, and its research has helped shape the business industry. To share this industry-molding research with business-enthusiasts everywhere, Wharton runs its regular podcast, Ripple Effect, on its online business journal, Knowledge at Wharton. First launched in March 2023, 73 episodes have been aired, each addressing pressing topics of today such as “AI in Education” and “The Role of Firms in Immigration and Economic Prosperity.” Read more
Published: February 12, 2025
Texas McCombs Announces Full-Time MBA Hildebrand Scholars Program
Candidates for the Texas McCombs full-time MBA program have a new invitation to look forward to; the school has announced they will be extending select invitations to apply for their new Hildebrand Scholars program. Beyond awarding full tuition, an emphasis on leadership development is at the core of the scholarship. Scholars complete their MBA in tandem with a personally crafted, assessment-informed, two-year leadership roadmap. In addition to this, executive coaches provide personalized support to Hildebrand scholars, and candidates will have access to myriad opportunities to perfect interpersonal skills and communication Read more
Published: February 11, 2025
MBA Podcasts: More Must-Listen Productions
In this installment of our ongoing MBA podcast roundup, we continue our survey of productions by top U.S. business schools. Expect alumni insights, behind-the scenes revelations, and award-winning research in this line up of business school podcasts. Carnegie Mellon Tepper: Humans of Tepper  Carnegie Mellon Tepper’s podcast, Humans of Tepper, is student-led. Students, faculty, and alumni come together to discuss Tepper’s unique positioning among business, technology, and analytics, as well as their own experiences of studying Read more
Published: February 10, 2025
Stern at NYU Abu Dhabi Welcomes First MBA Cohort
The Stern School of Business at NYU Abu Dhabi (Stern at NYUAD) has been officially inaugurated.  Stern at NYUAD has launched its first program: a fully-accredited, one-year, full-time MBA. The degree is jointly conferred by NYU Abu Dhabi and NYU Stern, the highest globally-ranked business school to offer a full-time MBA in UAE and MENA. The inauguration is the latest step in NYU Abu Dhabi’s 15-year track record of academic achievement. Rima Al Mokarrab described the launch as a “testament to the dynamic and longstanding partnership between NYU and Abu Read more
Published: February 5, 2025
GMAT Practice Exams: How To Use Them
Applying to an MBA program takes hard work and preparation—and the GMAT is no small part of that. Known to be challenging due to its extensive testing of quantitative and qualitative ability, nabbing the necessary score for your dream business school is no mean feat. That’s where practice exams come in; effective, measurable, and structured ways to prepare for the GMAT.  What is the GMAT? The GMAT is a standardized business school entrance exam. While not every school requires it—many allow the GRE Read more
Published: February 3, 2025
A Roundup of MBA Podcasts: More of the Top Business Schools’ Productions
If you’re keen to hear more about business schools, podcasts are a good place to start. Whether you’re searching for industry information, gathering tips before launching your career, or looking for the inside scoop on life as an MBA student, there’s a podcast out there for everything.  In this second part of our series on business school podcasts, we’ve rounded up seven more! Berkeley Haas: Belonging@Haas Berkeley Haas runs a series of student-focussed podcasts. Each of them platforms the “voices and stories of current students, alumni, Read more
Published: February 1, 2025
What Can You Do With An MBA?
An MBA is, frequently, a career tool; an opportunity for professionals to launch, pivot, or advance their careers. Employment opportunities—especially for the top programs—are many, and return on investment is clear. But what industries are actually popular with MBAs, and recruit graduates frequently? That is to say—what can you actually do with an MBA? What Skills Do You Gain from an MBA? When considering which career an MBA might prepare you for, skills are a great place to start. Joy Jones, CEO of the Read more
Published: January 29, 2025
London Business School Announces Smart Executive MBA
London Business School (LBS) has adapted its International Executive MBA (EMBA) to offer both in-person and blended learning options. Students can join a program hosted in London or Dubai. The option of two locations and two formats allows executive students to choose “not just where they study, but how they study,” says Graham Hastie, Associate Dean, Degree Education LBS. The program allows them to work around their “demanding and busy lives” in the way “that best meets their needs.”  Students who select the Read more
Published: January 27, 2025
Georgetown Annual “Bark Tank” Pitch Competition: Entrepreneurs Win $150,000 in Prizes
“What everyone built here,” announced Ted Leonsis during the Leonsis Family Entrepreneurship Prize “Bark Tank” Pitch Competition at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, “is really remarkable.” His praise spotlighted the eight student teams who pitched their startup ideas to expert judges on January 22nd as part of the annual “Bark Tank” Pitch Competition. The eight teams won a total of $150,000 in prizes.  The annual “Bark Tank” Pitch Competition awards entrepreneurs with “dollars to get…started” and to launch ventures that will positively impact Read more
Published: January 26, 2025
Comparing Old and New GMAT Scores: Conversion Chart
In 2023, an updated version of the GMAT exam was released. The old GMAT (now known as the “10th Edition”) and the new GMAT (briefly known as the “Focus Edition”) differ primarily in length and structure. The newer exam, now just called the GMAT Exam, is nearly an hour shorter, has scrapped its writing component, and has become more flexible than ever. Alongside these changes comes a new scoring system; to help you when comparing scores between the old and new GMAT exams, we’ve sharing a score conversion chart.  Read more
Published: January 22, 2025
A Roundup of MBA Podcasts: The M7 Schools’ Productions
Whether you’re a business school hopeful, months into an MBA, or have already bagged your graduate degree, you’re probably here because you’re fascinated by business. And who better to learn about business from, than the M7 business schools? To help you immerse yourself in the latest business discussions, we’ve rounded up the best podcasts from the leaders in MBA education. These business school podcasts dive into faculty research, leak insider tips from admissions experts, and spotlight the stories of MBA students and alumni.  Read on to learn more about Read more
Published: January 4, 2025
How Do You Signify a Masters in Management Degree on Your Resume?
The Masters in Management (MiM) degree is fast growing in popularity. The MiM appeals to recent grads looking to launch their career in business as soon as possible. It is a program that demands little to no work experience from its applicants and able to be completed in just under a year. For those who have completed (or are on their way to completing) a Masters in Management degree, the next step is the all important job search—and that raises the following question: How should you signify a Masters in Management degree on your resume? Read more
Published: January 3, 2025
What Is a Masters in Management?
A compact program length, comparative low-cost, and low level of required experience make the Master in Management (MiM) degree an appealing alternative to the traditional MBA. But what, actually, is a Master in Management?  In this article, we will outline the components that commonly feature in MiMs, explain how they differ from MBAs, and dive into some of the best Master in Management programs in the US. Read on to find out more!  How Does the MiM Differ from the MBA? The Master in Management covers very Read more
Published: December 30, 2024
2024’s Best Business Schools: A Round Up of the Rankings
Each year, business schools vie for the top spot on “best MBA program” rankings. Their employment rates, application statistics, curriculum content and faculty members can all be taken into account, then the numbers are run and the best business schools are announced.  Several sites release annual MBA program rankings. As 2024 comes to a close, we’re rounding up the best programs of the year. In this article, we’ll review the most popular rankings: U.S. News & World Report, the Financial Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, and LinkedIn.  When examining these lists of best business schools, it’s Read more
Published: December 19, 2024
Masters in Management vs. MBA: Which is Right for You?
The Masters in Management is growing in popularity for graduate business education. Between 2021 and 2022, the GMAC reported a 3.2% increase in applications to Masters in Management programs, versus a 6.5% decrease in applications to the MBA.  If you’re weighing a Masters in Management versus an MBA, how do you know which program is right for you?  In this article, we will define the two programs, outline the different aspects of the Masters in Management compared to the MBA, and explore the factors you should consider Read more

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March 25, 2025 5:26pm ET
Accepted to USC / Marshall
Round: Round 2
Received via email on March 21, 2025
Standardized Test: GMAT
GPA: 8.6/10
GMAT: 705
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Technology
Application Location: India
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With full tuition dean’s scholarship
March 25, 2025 5:23pm ET
Waitlisted at Yale SOM
Round: Round 2
Received via email on March 19, 2025
Standardized Test: GMAT
GPA: 8.6/10
GMAT: 705
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Technology
Application Location: India
March 25, 2025 3:30pm ET
Accepted to Dartmouth / Tuck
Round: Round 2
Received via phone
Standardized Test: GMAT
GPA: 3.92
GMAT: 665
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Entrepreneurship
Application Location: Denver, CO
March 25, 2025 1:57pm ET
Interview Invite to Dartmouth / Tuck
Round: Round 3
Received via email on March 23, 2025
Standardized Test: GRE
GPA: 3.66
GRE: 323
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: Salt Lake City
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Waitlisted in round 2 about a week and a half ago. Received interview invitation via email yesterday.
March 25, 2025 1:35pm ET
Accepted to Cornell / Johnson
Round: Round 2
Received via phone on March 19, 2025
Standardized Test: GRE
GPA: 3.47
GRE: 326
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Marketing
Application Location: Washington, DC
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