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September 14, 2021
Do MBA programs care about what’s happening in the blockchain and crypto space? The short answer is yes, though not all have taken action to educate in this space. However, that may change by the time you finish reading this post because new blockchain and crypto-focused elements are being introduced at an increasing pace as…
August 6, 2021
Every day, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) are taking on increased importance at companies and in boardrooms around the world. After the events of 2020, it’s becoming even clearer that companies can’t just focus on profit—stakeholders and shareholders expect and demand that companies operate responsibly and commit to being positive global citizens. With this…
July 29, 2021
Very simply, the Tepper admissions committee wants to know what your short-term professional plan is and what you have in mind as an alternative should that goal not be attainable. A Tepper MBA can prepare you for various roles and industries, so be as specific as possible and articulate clear plans. Keep your responses concise…
February 24, 2021
Networking with company representatives. Fine dining in fancy restaurants. Are the days of free lunches, coffee chats, and extravagant recruiting dinners over? Given the changing nature of MBAs’ job searches, are MBA career centers now dinosaurs? Yes—and no. They are evolving. What previously was dubbed the “career office” is now called “career services,” the “career…
February 12, 2021
—Develop a one-minute solution that fully addresses the prompt, and then have a more detailed version ready to discuss. Although a minute is not a long time to present your solution, do the best to summarize your plan. Prepare a few follow-up points in case your solution is chosen for further discussion. Research Wharton resources…
January 26, 2021
We at Stratus Admissions are proud to present our latest offering: the Stratus Admissions’ Guides to getting into top-ranked schools! After nearly 15 years as a premier admissions counseling company, we have revamped our look and our publications, but our focus remains unchanged—to offer our clients the most up-to-date information and guidance to help them…
January 8, 2021
Although we hope that in-person school visits resume in the future, everyone should be taking advantage of new ways to engage with MBA programs virtually. Here are five ways to stay on track in your virtual MBA research: 1. Check out all the newly improved school websites. virtual tourAlmost every MBA program has a student…
January 5, 2021
When asked why one business school is not like the other, most applicants will talk about things like scores, job placement, industries that grads go into, location, weather, and a few other things. What prospective applicants are less likely to mention is class size. This is always surprising to us, because out of all the…
December 15, 2020
How will the admissions committee view an employment gap on your resume? What can you do to minimize its impact? One question that MBA candidates often ask is how admissions committees will view employment gaps on their resume. Given that the power of an MBA program lies largely in the opportunity to learn from your…
October 5, 2020
As many aspiring MBA students are wrapping up Round 1 applications or anxiously awaiting a coveted interview invite, perhaps you are wondering where to begin! Do not worry. If you use your time wisely, you can have several applications complete and ready to submit before January deadlines. Here is what you need to be doing in October to ensure you get there.
September 10, 2020
Haas has kept its optional essay, which continues to demonstrate the school’s commitment to understanding your path, enabling you to articulate how the events of your life have impacted you. While some schools ask about your background as a part of the application, Haas takes this to a higher level by giving you 300 words to…
September 3, 2020
UNC Kenan-Flagler’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is highlighted in a new essay question that addresses this topic. Keep Kenan-Flagler’s core values of excellence, leadership, integrity, community, and teamwork in mind as you consider your responses to the program’s essay questions. Here are the published deadlines for UNC Kenan-Flagler for 2020–2021.
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