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September 24, 2024
Black students represent an important talent pipeline for firms across industries. However, enrollment at top MBA programs, which are gateways to access mid- and senior-level opportunities, has stagnated over the past decade. Although Bloomberg reported in 2021 that Black students made up less than 10% of annual enrollment on average nationally, this percentage may decrease…
September 21, 2024
INSEAD Application Essay Tips, 2024-2025 Get ready to write! INSEAD has one of the largest sets of required essays of any top MBA program; the admissions committee definitely demands that you put in the time to prove your interest in the program. Additionally, you’ll need to record four short videos for the video component of…
September 20, 2024
Over the past 10–15 years, top MBA programs have accepted more students from untraditional backgrounds, including education (e.g., Teach for America), the Peace Corps, PR/media/communications, and the government/public sector. Having students from a range of different backgrounds adds to the diversity of business school classes. In all types of programs, but especially those that use…
September 19, 2024
When applying to top MBA programs, you’ll likely encounter an “optional essay” as part of the application process. It can be tempting to skip this essay, especially if you feel your application is already strong. But should you? The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all—it depends on your circumstances and the specific guidance provided by each school. Let’s…
September 18, 2024
Here are five ways an MBA and the CFA® Program work well together and can help you achieve your career goals in the investment industry. Earning a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) charter is indeed a time commitment: the average charterholder spends around 300 hours studying for each of three levels of the exam, and fewer…
September 17, 2024
Congratulations on being invited to interview at Wharton! Making it this far in the business school application process is a huge win (fewer than half of applicants are invited), but preparing for the Wharton Team Based Discussion (TBD) presents new challenges. As you likely know by now, Wharton’s interview process is unlike any other MBA…
September 13, 2024
Technology is everywhere these days—and careers revolving around technology are the focus of many MBA programs. Although a general-management MBA will help you build strong management and business skills, if you are looking to pivot specifically into technology, there are tech-focused programs designed to help you get there. In addition, all tech MBA programs are…
September 12, 2024
In today’s competitive admissions climate, a successful MBA application requires significant time, planning, and self-reflection. One of the most important elements of that application is the essay, which is where you set yourself apart. The right essay can have a positively transformative effect on your profile—and, with it, your admissions decisions. Given our decades of…
September 10, 2024
Consortium Application Essay Tips, 2024-2025 The Consortium’s mission is to increase representation of African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans in top MBA programs and throughout the US workforce. For more than 50 years, The Consortium has provided a streamlined application process to leading business schools. The Consortium’s ranks continue to grow with the addition…
September 9, 2024
In its most recent Application Trends Survey, the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) reported that application volume at graduate management education programs dipped by 5% between 2022 and 2023. This may lead some to question their confidence in their return on investment (ROI) for an MBA degree. However, a 2023 GMAC survey reported that 90%…
September 4, 2024
Rotman Application Essay Tips, 2024-2025 Rotman is all about “spike factor,” asking you to use 500 words to explain your “spike” and offering you the option to upload up to three of your “spikiest” pictures to support your claims. On campus, you can feel the excitement and positive momentum of this program firsthand. From the…
September 3, 2024
September is a crucial month for MBA applicants targeting top programs. It’s the final stretch before Round 1 deadlines, and there are several key tasks to complete to ensure your application is polished and ready to go. Here are some essential things to focus on this month: 1. Put the finishing touches on essays. Your…