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News items that we think are relevant and potentially of interest to MBA applicants and anyone interested in business school.
Published: November 6, 2023
Forté Foundation Reports Record High Women’s MBA Enrollment
The 2023 Forté Foundation report on the results of its efforts toward gender parity in business reveals that women’s enrollment in full-time MBA programs reached a record 42 percent across its 58 member schools. The enrollment represents two decades of investment and reinvestment in women, as the non-profit works to increase opportunities for women in leadership through access to business education and professional development. When Forté was established in 2002, women represented less than 28 percent of MBA students. This year’s enrollment numbers represent a more than 10 percent increase since 2011. “Given
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Published: November 2, 2023
Emory Goizueta Opens Applications to Annual John R. Lewis Racial Justice Case Competition
Emory University is excited to announce its 4th Annual John R. Lewis Racial Justice Case Competition (JLCC), a national case competition focused on the intersection of business and racial equity. Spearheaded by Goizueta Business School’s students, the University is carrying on its tradition of honoring the late civil rights icon, John R. Lewis by connecting corporate and community leaders with talented university students to help devise bold, actionable, and innovative solutions to address issues of racial inequities within businesses and industries. In past years, more than 90 universities from across the country have participated including student teams
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Published: October 26, 2023
Spooky Admissions Mistakes: Nightmares for AdCom Members
Let’s pumpkin spice things up! As Halloween approaches, we wanted to take a look at some of the most chilling nightmares that adcom members can face when evaluating MBA applicants. So, what are the scariest mistakes an MBA applicant can make? Clear Admit co-founder Graham Richmond shares his insights below so you can avoid admissions missteps like the houses that hand out raisins for Halloween treats. 1. Don’t Wear an Icarus Costume One of the scariest things for an admissions office is to encounter an applicant with a
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Published: October 24, 2023
MBA Applicants – We Need Your Input! Free Interview Guide Opportunity!
While Round 2 applicants are getting ready to apply and select Round 1 applicants face their interviews, we’re officially in the thick of the 2023-2024 MBA admissions season! How do you gather info during your MBA research and application process? What do you prefer regarding communication from your target schools? What’s important to you in an MBA curriculum? We certainly have some idea – but we want to hear from you! Clear Admit is conducting an online survey to learn more about your preferences as you research business schools. This anonymous survey will take you about 8
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Published: September 14, 2023
Duke Fuqua Dean Reflects on the Value of Diversity
Bill Boulding, Dean of Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business It’s a well-documented truth that diversity is critical for business. More diverse teams consistently outperform homogenous ones. The collision of differing perspectives stimulates fresh ideas and fuels innovation, making it a vital driver for success in today’s business landscape. For Bill Boulding, Dean of Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, the national conversation about admissions policies in higher education underscores the direction Duke Fuqua has taken in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Boulding wrote about Duke Fuqua’s continuing effort to
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Published: September 12, 2023
HEC Paris & Columbia University Climate School Join Forces with New Double Degree
HEC Paris and Columbia University Climate School have launched a double degree masters program to prepare students for the ecological realities awaiting them in the business world and beyond. Students earn two degrees: the Master in Management (MiM) from HEC Paris and the Master of Arts (MA) in Climate and Society from Columbia University. The program, which begins in the fall of 2023, recognizes that dual skills in management and climate science are necessary for leaders of companies, NGOs, and governments to address the climate crisis. The program offers students a systemic understanding
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Published: September 5, 2023
Meet the New HBS Managing Director of MBA Admissions and Financial Aid
Starting this October, Rupal Gadhia (HBS MBA ’04) will assume the role of Managing Director of MBA Admissions and Financial Aid at Harvard Business School. Rupal Gadhia, New Managing Director of MBA Admissions & Financial Aid At the helm of HBS MBA admissions, Gadhia will be shaping future classes and continuing the mission to increase access to the program and its affordability, removing financial barriers for applicants and students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. “Business, and business leaders, are integral to solving the world’s most pressing issues, including significant global macroeconomic, social, and political challenges” said Jana Pompadur
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Published: August 22, 2023
Emory Goizueta Launches Master in Management Program
Emory University’s Goizueta Business School has unveiled a new educational opportunity designed for graduates with non-business backgrounds: the Master in Management program. Designed to elevate the value of their undergraduate degrees by equipping them with essential business knowledge and skills, this program stands as a stepping stone for those seeking to broaden their career horizons. Students complete a dynamic curriculum in just ten months, setting the stage for accelerated professional growth through a fast track for students to gain a valuable business education and expand their career options. With 12 of
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Published: August 1, 2023
New Master in Business for Veterans Program at Emory Goizueta Business School
Goizueta Business School at Emory University has launched an innovative new program designed for active-duty military, veterans, National Guard, and Reserve personnel. The Master in Business for Veterans is an 11-month degree program focused on improving and accelerating the transition from military service to a successful civilian business career. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States is home to approximately 18.4 million veterans as of 2022. Despite historically low unemployment rates, many veterans still view employment as a top challenge during their transition
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Introducing the Chicago Booth Master in Management Degree
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business has announced the launch of its new Master in Management Degree, designed for recent college graduates who studied humanities, arts, social sciences, biological sciences, or physical sciences. The new program invites candidates with limited work experience to study business and management at one of the most prestigious business schools in the U.S. “We are excited to debut Chicago Booth’s one-year Master in Management, the school’s first new degree program in 88 years,” said Madhav Rajan, Booth
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Clear Admit Summer Survey – We Need Your Input!
Where do you get your news? Do you use a music streaming service? What 2-3 websites do you visit most frequently? If answering these kinds of questions sounds like fun, please give us a hand by taking the Clear Admit Summer Media Survey! The aim of this survey is to understand your media habits and preferences, including your favorite news outlets, television programming, podcasts, and more. Just as the MBA admissions process is holistic, Clear Admit aims to take a similar approach to the research we conduct with the MBA applicant and student communities.
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The Cost of the MBA Application Process
When thinking about the cost of getting an MBA, what immediately comes to mind is tuition, moving to a new city, books, supplies, and possibly some new attire. But often overlooked are the numerous fees and associated costs of the MBA application process. Individually, the numbers appear small, but as you complete your application(s), your choices each have a cost, and those can add up. MBA application costs can vary depending on the school you’re applying to, application requirements, and whether you’re a domestic or international applicant. Although fee waiver opportunities are growing, most business schools charge an application fee
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HBS Online Launches CLIMB Program for Leadership and Management Development
Harvard Business School Online, the online platform for Harvard Business School to deliver flexible certificate and credential programs, has launched the Credential of Leadership, Impact, and Management in Business (CLIMB) program. The program consists of seven courses, with four long courses lasting between five to nine weeks and three short courses. Two of the long courses are mandatory selections focusing on leadership and strategy, with the specific content varying based on the participant’s leadership experience. Participants then choose two electives, one in finance and one from HBS Online’s
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Your Favorite MBA Community Just Got Upgraded
We’ve got some exciting news! At Clear Admit, we’re constantly aiming to improve your MBA admissions journey and provide you with the right tools to succeed. We’re thrilled to share that we’ve given Clear Admit a fresh, new look, boosted our performance, and improved our navigation to offer our MBA community a more seamless and efficient platform. But that’s not all! The cherry on top is our biggest upgrade: Clear Admit+ is now available and free for all registered members of our community! As our community grows, we’re committed to ensuring that you
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U.S. Supreme Court Votes to End Affirmative Action in Admissions
Building a diverse cohort in U.S. higher education will now require a modified approach as the Supreme Court ruled to exclude a key factor in applicants’ history—race. For decades, the goal of affirmative action has been to give equal access to the opportunities enjoyed by the majority population to defined minority groups. Higher education presents such an opportunity, but the Supreme Court ruled that related admissions policies violate the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment. The two cases brought before the Supreme Court were by Students for Fair Admissions, Inc., one v. President and
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Is the Pay Gap Closing? Forté Foundation Study Shows Stagnation
The Forté Foundation, a nonprofit organization guiding women into business leadership through access to business education, released its most recent study on the MBA gender pay and promotion gap, barriers to women in leadership, and disparity in work-life issues. The report highlights the progress made — and candidly confronts the daunting mission ahead. Key Findings of the Latest Forté Foundation Research “The gender pay gap has narrowed since 2016 and 2018, but has not budged during the pandemic despite calls for pay equity and transparency,” says Forté CEO Elissa Sangster.
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MBA Admissions Consulting: How to Choose an Advisor
An experienced MBA admissions consulting partner can: Markedly increase an applicant’s chances of MBA program acceptance and scholarship because admissions consulting firms know the applicant competition and have best practices extrapolated from volumes of past client results Give an applicant the clarity and focus around their values and career aspirations to optimize success in recruiting job offers as an MBA student How Can Prospective MBA Applicants Select the Right Advisor? Many applicants to top business school programs hire an MBA admissions consultant for their applications. Applying to business school requires a substantial amount of time and effort, and many candidates
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Published: April 18, 2023
How to Get into the Wharton MBA Program
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is consistently at the top of best business school rankings. Its prestigious MBA program is notoriously competitive, with acceptance rates between 18 and 21 percent. An MBA from Wharton represents leadership skills, the ability to collaborate, intellectual curiosity, and a global business mindset to potential employers and clients. If those are your assets and you want an MBA that promises an elite business career, you need to know how to get into the Wharton MBA program. What is Wharton Looking for in an
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Calling All Admits: Share Your Journey on Clear Admit’s MBA DecisionWire
We’d like to offer hearty congratulations to all who gained admission to their top choices and encourage you to share which business school you plan to attend in 2023. MBA DecisionWire was designed to let MBA applicants, students and alumni share more information with their peers—specifically about where they decide to attend business school based on where they applied and were accepted. DecisionWire provides profile and school selection information updates in real time from your peers as they make the all-important decision of where to actually pursue their MBA. Users can filter others’ submissions by the schools
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HBS Awards 2023 New Venture Competition Winners
Harvard Business School recently crowned the winners of their annual New Venture Competition (NVC), doling out $225,000 in cash and prizes. Participants, which include any HBS students and alumni interested in starting a new business or social impact venture, spend at least a year developing their business idea and pitch. After starting with 318 teams this year, 20 student and alumni teams made it to the finals on March 30th. The NVC is divided into three tracks: Student Business, Student Social Enterprise, and Alumni. The competition featured 122 teams in the Student Business
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Published: March 30, 2023
Spring 2023 Survey – We Need Your Input!
At this point in the 2022-2023 admissions season, many of our community members are weighing their options for business school next fall semester. Meanwhile, others have made their school choice and are looking forward to matriculating in the coming months. Of course, another admissions season is just around the corner for those just beginning to think about graduate management education! We are interested in hearing from individuals who are considering an MBA in the future, as well as those who have committed to enrolling this fall. Clear Admit is conducting an online survey focused on the ways you
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Published: October 19, 2022
MBA Applicants – We Need Your Input! $25 Gift Card Opportunity!
How do global factors inform your decision about pursing an MBA? How do you engage with business schools and decide where – and when – to apply? We certainly have some ideas – but we want to hear from you! Clear Admit is conducting an online survey to learn more about your decision-making as you consider business schools and where/when you plan to apply. This anonymous survey will take you 10-15 minutes to complete. If you’re applying or planning to apply to full-time MBA programs for Fall 2023 enrollment or later, then we’d love to hear from you!
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Published: September 8, 2022
MBA Applicants, We Need Your Input! $200 Gift Card Opportunity!
What are your impressions of U.S. business schools? We certainly have some idea – but we want to hear from you! Clear Admit is conducting a short survey to understand your top-of-mind images and impressions of some business schools across the U.S. The survey should take less than 10 minutes to complete. There are no right or wrong answers and there is no need to do any “homework” or investigation to inform your responses. Even if you do not consider yourself knowledgeable about a particular school, we are still very interested in your general impressions or what you would assume
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Published: August 8, 2022
Admissions Director Q&A: Justin Aier of Boston College’s Carroll School of Management
For this Admissions Director Q&A, Justin Aier, Assistant Dean of Graduate Recruitment & Enrollment at Boston College’s Carroll School of Management, joins us to discuss the dynamic MBA program. He’s been a part of the Carroll School Graduate Admissions team for close to five years, has taken on roles from marketing and communications to recruitment and enrollment management. His favorite part of the admissions process is personally working with applicants to determine how the BC MBA can help them achieve their academic and professional goals. Read on for his insights into their admissions process,
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Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Class Size of Top U.S. MBA Programs
Business schools come in all shapes and sizes and the class size of top MBA programs can be a factor in considering fit. From networking to a tight-knit culture to campus opportunities, class size can reveal much about an MBA program. No matter which program you choose, the top MBA programs strive to ensure relationship building during full-time b-school life. Some larger programs, such as Harvard Business School and CBS, mainly break the student body down into cohorts/sections/clusters of dozens of students. Other U.S. business schools, like Wharton, also have Learning Teams, groups of 5-6 students who
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