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NEWS AND ARTICLES
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The Next Step for Accepted, Wait-listed, or Denied M.B.A. Applicants (US News
, 04/06/2012)
With round two notifications pouring in from many schools, M.B.A. hopefuls need to know what to do now
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As MBA Applicants, Business Majors Face an Uphill Battle (Businessweek.com
, 03/26/2012)
Admissions officers at the most selective MBA programs are increasingly choosing applicants with non-business backgrounds
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UCLA rejects 52 MBA applicants for plagiarism (fortune.com
, 02/02/2012)
Anderson school found that 52 MBA candidates were lifting whole paragraphs from other, unattributed sources in their essays
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No Seats for Cheats at Today's Business Schools (US News
, 01/14/2012)
Business school admissions is one department where the "reuse, repurpose, recycle" philosophy isn't welcome
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MBA Admissions 2.0: Technology Makes Inroads (Businessweek.com
, 11/07/2011)
Business schools are turning to technology to get a better read on applicants. Paper still has a place, but so do video, PowerPoint, and Twitter
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International MBA Applicants Have Unique Issues (Businessweek.com
, 10/16/2011)
They come to ask questions about B-schools, but also about American culture and the different ways domestic MBA programs approach the application process
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London Business School: Victim of its own success? (fortune.com
, 10/14/2011)
Top rankings have inspired more demand for an MBA from London Business School than it can meet
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Steve Jobs: 4 Lessons for MBA Applicants (Technorati, 10/10/2011)
Actionable lessons that you can use in your MBA applications
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How to woo the MBA admissions committee (FinancialPost.com, 09/27/2011)
What do admissions committees look for in an MBA candidate?
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The $37000 Tweet (Businessweek.com
, 07/01/2011)
A new twist to the business school application process: asking applicants to use their twittering skills to impress the admissions staff
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Maximizing GMAT Scores: The Early Testing Strategy (Businessweek.com
, 05/17/2011)
At the age of 20 or 21, the average GMAT score is 575. At 22 or 23, it’s 536, a drop of 39 points
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MBA Waitlist Purgatory (US News
, 03/25/2011)
If you're waitlisted, you're still in the running, and your application has passed an important hurdle
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Should You Wait to Start an MBA Program? (Huffington Post, 03/21/2011)
If you're a business student, the odds are you've probably considered earning your MBA. However, before you proceed, here are some things you should consider
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How to Strengthen Your MBA Application (US News
, 03/19/2011)
After putting so much time and dedication into completing their applications, the thought of trying again the next year can be overwhelming
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For MBA Applicants, Economy Doesn't Matter (Businessweek.com
, 03/08/2011)
The vast majority of prospective business school students said they plan to attend business school, regardless of economic conditions, according to a new survey from the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) released today
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Operation B-School: Finding the Right MBA (Businessweek.com
, 01/13/2011)
Information overload makes finding the right B-school more difficult than it needs to be. Here's how to find what you need, and toss what you don't
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Slowly, Top B-Schools Gain in Diversity (Businessweek.com
, 12/23/2010)
The Toigo Foundation's Nancy Sims talks about why MBA programs have not made bigger strides in minority recruitment—and what they can do about it
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Top B-School Stories of 2010 (Businessweek.com
, 12/20/2010)
Hiring improved, applications tanked, two top programs got overhauls, and three more found new leaders. And that was just the beginning
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Business School Gets Crowded (Businessweek.com
, 10/08/2009)
Yields are up at full-time MBA programs, and B-schools are enrolling larger-than-ever classes. But not everyone is sharing in the bount
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Foreigners Attending US Grad Schools Way Down: Wake Up, Xenophobes (TechCrunch, 08/23/2009)
It’s happening: Lou Dobbs’ dream come true and Silicon Valley’s worst nightmare. We’re already seeing the reverse brain drain as smart immigrants take their US educations and experience building companies and creating technology back to their home co
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Foreign Admits to U.S. Grad Schools Plunge (Businessweek.com
, 08/20/2009)
For the first time since 2004, international admissions to U.S. graduate schools are down. The deteriorating job market and problems with visas and financing are to blame
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U.S. Business Schools: Why Foreign MBAs Are Disappearing (Businessweek.com
, 08/04/2009)
As visa problems and loan difficulties discourage international MBA applications at U.S. B-schools, classrooms may be less diverse this fall
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The New Criterion for MBA Admissions (Businessweek.com
, 07/10/2009)
Amid a tight MBA labor market, B-school admissions decisions increasingly hinge on applicants' ability to land a job upon graduation
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An MBA Dream Deferred (Businessweek.com
, 02/08/2009)
With program costs rising and companies cutting back on tuition reimbursement, many successful applicants are being forced to put their MBA plans on hold.
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Getting a Recommendation Letter That Works (About.com, 12/12/2008)
Most of what goes into your business school applications will depend solely on you – your admissions essays, resume, undergrad transcript, and GMAT score are all the result of your...
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The Admissions Interview: Your Questions (Businessweek.com
, 10/23/2008)
A good admissions interview involves asking questions as well as answering them. Here's how to be prepared.
During every business-school admissions interview, there's a moment where the tables turn. Usually, it's near the end, after you've been pr
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MBA Admissions Web Sites: Not All Are Equal (Businessweek.com
, 09/21/2008)
We tested the virtual front doors of the Top 20 full-time MBA programs to see which Web sites delivered the goods. Here are the results
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MBA Applications Surge Again (Businessweek.com
, 08/27/2008)
A sagging economy and a weak job market are providing a boost to B-school programs
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How B-Schools Catch Resume Liars (Businessweek.com
, 08/26/2008)
With résumé puffing almost a national sport, business schools keep a sharp eye for inventive applicants
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Bouncing Back from Rejection (Businessweek.com
, 03/06/2008)
If you've been turned down by a top program, you're not alone. Here's how to cope, and how to reapply
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Webcam Interviews Disconnect Imposters (Businessweek.com
, 01/10/2008)
Phone interviews allow for possible deception, but the growing use of Webcams by schools is making it more difficult to use a stand-in
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The Right Time for Business School (Businessweek.com
, 10/21/2007)
Darden first-year Scott Clemente rejected the idea of B-school several times. What finally changed his mind?
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Inside Thunderbird Admissions (Businessweek.com
, 10/14/2007)
Judy Johnson, Thunderbird's admissions director, recently answered questions online about what the school is looking for. Here's a transcript
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Columbia Admissions Tips (Businessweek.com
, 08/19/2007)
A transcript of BusinessWeek.com's recent online chat with representatives of Columbia Business School's admissions and financial aid offices
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MBA Applications Surge (Businessweek.com
, 08/15/2007)
Demand for admission to U.S. graduate business schools remains strong, and the large number of applicants is entering what some say is the most competitive pool in recent years
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Darden Streamlines Application (Businessweek.com
, 07/15/2007)
Sara Neher plans to make several major changes to Darden's application and interview process this year. One essay has been eliminated and interviews at the school will be invitation only
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Bad Basketball Can Be The Ticket to an M.B.A. (CollegeJournal.com, 06/06/2007)
Ronald Alsop on whether playing on a powerhouse sports team will impress admissions directors at top business schools.
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Vanderbilt Seeks the X-Factor (Businessweek.com
, 06/05/2007)
Owen's admissions director talks about asking the right interview questions and how applicants can boost chances for success
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Admissions Tips from Harvard (Businessweek.com
, 05/31/2007)
In an online chat, Harvard's director of MBA admissions answered questions from potential applicants. Here's a transcript of the session
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Lack of Undergraduate Degree Won't Always Bar Door to M.B.A. (WSJ College
, 04/25/2007)
Business-school programs can find room for exceptional candidates who have completed little, if any, college education.
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Invasion of the Helicopter Parents (Businessweek.com
, 04/16/2007)
The new crop of MBAs is often accompanied by moms and dads eager to get involved in their kids' education. Is this hovering healthy?
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More Crowding at Top B-Schools (Businessweek.com
, 02/04/2007)
Thanks to the rising number of applications and ongoing curriculum changes, several schools are reducing entering class sizes
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B-School Applications: Writing a Winning Essay (CollegeJournal.com, 09/11/2006)
You'll need to make a persuasive case to win over the gatekeepers at top M.B.A. programs.
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No Tricks at Wharton (Businessweek.com
, 09/05/2006)
The advice the admissions department gives applicants is on the square, says director Thomas Caleel. So don't over-think your responses
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The Admit Office's Hate List (Businessweek.com
, 08/22/2006)
Excuses don't cut it, say seasoned admissions officials. Here's what not to say, from the folks who have heard it all
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B-Schools: You Don't Have to Wait (Businessweek.com
, 08/07/2006)
At many programs, having four to six years of work experience is no longer a prerequisite for gaining admission
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B-School Is Hip Again (Businessweek.com
, 08/07/2006)
Applications to full-time MBA programs are on the rise after a three-year decline, according to a study by the Graduate Management Admission Council
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When "Persistent" Becomes "Pushy" (Businessweek.com
, 07/31/2006)
Some applicants cross the line when it comes to contacting B-school admissions offices. Overdoing it could derail an application
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The Struggle to Attract More Women M.B.A.s (CollegeJournal.com, 06/20/2006)
Business schools are taking steps to court applicants planning for a family.
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Can the Full-Time M.B.A. Regain Its Luster? (CollegeJournal.com, 10/25/2005)
Applications to business schools have plummeted in recent years. Rising tuition costs may be only partly to blame.
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B-School Tries Online Game, Scholarship to Spur Interest (WSJ College
, 09/13/2005)
The winner of a business-simulation game will collect a free pass to an M.B.A. program.
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Should I Seek an M.B.A. At a For-Profit School? (CollegeJournal.com, 09/09/2005)
Perri Capell on what to consider when choosing a graduate business-school program.
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My Job: Managing B-School Admissions (CollegeJournal.com, 09/01/2005)
Learn what it's like heading up recruitment at a large M.B.A. program.
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Top 8 Reasons to Start the MBA Admission Process Early (About.com, 08/27/2005)
"Start early" sounds hackneyed. But, do not take this piece of advice lightly. Here are 8 compelling reasons to start your MBA admission application process early....
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Let the MBA Buyer Beware (Business 2.0
, 08/25/2005)
Choosing between business schools can be maddening, unless you know
exactly what you're looking for.
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Are You an International Applicant Seeking Admission to a US MBA Program? (About.com, 08/23/2005)
MBA programs in the US are popular the world over. In addition to the steps that Americans MBA aspirants have to take, international applicants need to take some more....
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Applications That Get a "Yes" (Businessweek.com
, 08/16/2005)
Do Harvard and Wharton scrutinize differently? Clear Admit answers this and other queries about getting into the right MBA program
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MBA Applications: Still Skidding (Businessweek.com
, 08/09/2005)
The decline in full-time B-school applicants is now a three-year trend, as students opt for part-time, exec, and non-U.S. programs
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Testing Times for B-School Hopefuls (Businessweek.com
, 06/06/2005)
Applications are dropping, but the books and prep courses geared to the GMAT keep on coming
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How the Wind Blows at Weatherhead (Businessweek.com
, 05/11/2005)
The school's admissions chief talks about what gives applicants an edge -- and about a new program for those with liberal-arts backgrounds
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Why are Recommendation Letters So Funny (About.com, 05/04/2005)
This is really a mockery of a recommendation letter. What is surprising is that though this is meant to be an example of a really bad recommendation letter, it sounds quite like some of the actual rec
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Do You Have (About.com, 04/26/2005)
There is no such thing as a GMAT score that is too good, or grades that are too good. In the same vein is more work experience always better? It is tough to find a general answer to that question....
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Poll: What Would You Be Willing To Do To Secure Admission to Harvard Business School? (About.com, 04/25/2005)
The stock markets are booming. MBA salaries are sky-rocketing. What would you really give to get into the grand-daddy of all business schools? Respond to this poll and also find out how other readers...
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Applications to Top MBA Programs Down 30-50% (About.com, 04/18/2005)
It seems like just yesterday when the number of applications to MBA programs was skyrocketing. BusinessWeek reports of a dramatic downswing in number of applications at the top MBA programs...
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Top Business Schools Working Hard to Enhance Diversity (About.com, 04/05/2005)
Business school admissions seem to follow very short cycles alternating between "cannot find enough good applicants" and "there are too many good applicants." MSNBC has a report on how tough it is...
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Not All Schools Reject Applicants Who Hacked Their Applications (About.com, 03/31/2005)
Earlier, I had posted about applicants hacking into their application files. It turns out that not all schools have rejected these hackers. Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College has confirmed...
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The MBA Youth Movement (Businessweek.com
, 03/30/2005)
B-Schools are trying to induce undergrads to move directly into MBA programs. The goal: A more diverse student body
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"It's All About the Research" (Businessweek.com
, 03/25/2005)
The McDonough B-school's Beth Miertschin expounds on what makes a successful job interview
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Buzzwords, Acronyms, Platitudes and Jargon (About.com, 03/24/2005)
In an attempt to "impress" the admissions officer, applicants often abuse buzzwords, acronyms, platitudes and jargon. Learn why this makes for very poor essay writing....
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More and More Schools Report Candidates Hacking Admission Files! (About.com, 03/12/2005)
Harvard, MIT, Duke and other schools have reported hundreds of attempts at hacking into admission files. Apparently, impatient or malicious applicants have attempted to gain access to in-process admis
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An Ethics Lesson for MBA Wannabes (Businessweek.com
, 03/09/2005)
Applicants to Harvard and some other schools are being rejected because they tried hacking the schools' internal info on their status
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Spotting the Schulich Spark (Businessweek.com
, 03/06/2005)
York University B-school's head of student services says she looks for "highly motivated, articulate, and creative" applicants
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U.S. Universities Face Turbulent Times Ahead (CollegeJournal.com, 03/01/2005)
Many campuses are crowded, tuition costs are rising, there's more demand for aid, qualified students are being turned away and competition for admission to prestige colleges has never been tougher.
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Interview Guru's Speak on Interviewing Techniques (About.com, 02/26/2005)
Read interview tips from famous interview experts like • Steven Rothberg, publisher of CollegeRecruiter.com • Linda Abraham, founder and president of Accepted.com • Carole Martin, interview coach and
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Admissions Advice from UNC-Chapel Hill (Businessweek.com
, 02/24/2005)
Want to snag a seat at Kenan-Flagler? Then you don't want to miss this event. Sherrylyn Wallace, admissions director at Kenan-Flagler Business School, will be our guest
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What is the ROI on Acquiring an MBA? (About.com, 02/24/2005)
Today, the total cost of an MBA at a top US school is in the region of US $ 100,000. No wonder a lot of students want to know the Return-on-Investment that an MBA degree offers....
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Fuqua: A Personalized Experience (Businessweek.com
, 02/23/2005)
Duke's B-school tailors programs to meet your needs –- and now offers financial aid to executive MBA students
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Getting into B-School -- via eBay (Businessweek.com
, 02/23/2005)
But you'll still have to qualify to win this charity auction. Plus: News from Kogod School, Wharton, Olin, and more
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The Attractions of Paris (Businessweek.com
, 02/15/2005)
Isabelle Cota is joined by American student Joy Jaillon to answer questions about the international MBA program at HEC Paris
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European B-Schools' New Allure (Businessweek.com
, 02/11/2005)
Drawn by lower costs, upgraded curriculums, and accelerated schedules, students are gravitating to non-U.S. programs
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Business Schools Court Globetrotting Students (CollegeJournal.com, 02/09/2005)
U.S. universities are working to keep a global perspective in their classrooms. Graduate-business programs are among the schools working hard to attract students who have lived abroad.
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Tackling Tuck's Applications (Businessweek.com
, 02/08/2005)
The admissions director of Dartmouth College's B-school offers essay-writing tips and describes a good fit for its close-knit community
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Part-time works, too (The Economist, 10/27/2004)
As MBA applicant numbers change, so too do the students' desires
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US MBA Applicant Numbers Are Down (St. Petersburg Times, 09/07/2004)
After the golden era of the MBA degree, new figures in the U.S. show that the demand for the traditional, two-year masters of business administration program is slumping
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Demand for MBA Is Down, Figures Show (Forbes
, 08/01/2004)
Is business school losing its buzz?
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U numbers up for women MBA students (State News, 08/01/2004)
An MBA helps a woman in her career, said Michael Rogers, vice president of communication for the Small Business Association of Michigan
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America's Scramble for Global Applicants (Businessweek.com
, 07/13/2004)
A slew of factors is causing a notable drop in overseas students at U.S. schools, prompting them to crank up their recruitment
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Less experience needed (The Economist, 04/30/2004)
The notion that applicants should have at least a few years' work experience before applying to business school is well-entrenched. But how much experience is needed and does it really make any difference in the classroom?
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Pros and cons of an overseas MBA (from India) (Indiatimes.com, 04/12/2004)
Ideally, right from the beginning of the applications process, students should put a lot of thought into matching their needs, aspirations and ability to invest with those of an institute’s
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Fast Talk: Turning the (conference) tables (FastCompany.com
, 09/01/2003)
Five top business-school deans grapple with questions from their own MBA application forms
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A Bear Market in B-School Applications (Businessweek.com
, 07/14/2003)
As the likelihood of a hot job fades, so does the MBA's allure
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Preparing for B-School: A Survival List (CollegeJournal.com, 06/24/2003)
Don't waste your time boning up on organizational development. Instead, concentrate on hardcore quantitative subjects. This guide can help you ready yourself for year one.
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Do all good colleges require work experience for admission? (Which MBA, 06/15/2003)
The short answer to this is: yes
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Men's work? (The Economist, 06/12/2003)
Why more women don't go to business school
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What price for a successful career? (BBC News, 06/02/2003)
Business schools are reporting an increase in the numbers of people willing to pay up to Ł64,000 for a Master of Business Administration (MBA) qualification - despite a gloomy job market and a slowdown in the financial sector.
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One student, two diplomas (The Economist, 03/07/2003)
Doubling your degree does not double your chances of finding the best job
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Visa Denials: Deporting MBAs (MBA jungle, 02/27/2003)
Foreign B-school grads are getting caught in the INS's post-September 11 dragnet
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Going for an MBA in Europe (Frankfurter Allgemei, 02/14/2003)
Fast track to success or stopgap in times of economic lull?
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Yanking the Welcome Mat for Foreign MBAs (Businessweek.com
, 12/23/2002)
The weak economy, coupled with a looming drop in the availability of H-1B work visas, is taking its toll. International enrollment at BusinessWeek's Top 30 schools slipped from 32% in 2000 to 30% in 2002 and is estimated to go lower yet in 2004
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Am I too old to take an MBA? (Which MBA, 12/02/2002)
It's true that most (full-time) MBA students are in their twenties, usually from around 25 to 28. But the range of ages can be considerable and varies between schools and also between different classes
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Why Women MBAs "Stop Out" (Businessweek.com
, 11/21/2002)
Sharon Hoffman of Stanford's B-school says they feel safe in suspending their careers and tending to home because the degree cushions the risk
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Weak job market fuelling growth in MBA applicants (Which MBA, 09/24/2002)
Business schools are reporting a growth in the pool and quality of applicants
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Going Places: Applying to Business School in the United States (MBA jungle, 09/16/2002)
If you want to pursue an MBA in the U.S. as an international student, do yourself a favor: Get started on the application process as early as possible, say admissions officers.
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De vuelta al estudio (revistapoder.com
, 07/01/2002)
With the fall of the Internet, MBA programs are back as the option of choice for the Latin American youth (in spanish)
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The Lines Are Busy at B-Schools (Businessweek.com
, 05/01/2002)
Telecom-industry refugees are heading back to campus. Surprisingly, most aim to rejoin the sector after getting an MBA
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A Head Start on an MBA (Businessweek.com
, 04/23/2002)
Submatriculant programs," where undergrads go straight to B-school and then to Corporate America, are making a comeback
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MBA Schools Decide They Want Recent Grads (WSJ College
, 01/21/2002)
It used to be that business schools mainly wanted people with extensive work experience. But now, business schools are reaching out to younger students in an effort to diversify their classes and attract fresh graduates before they become established
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B-Schools Seek a Boost By Targeting Women (WSJ College
, 08/01/2001)
Business schools are scrambling to break the glass ceiling on female enrollment, which typically hovers around 30%
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B-Schools Go Global To Attract Asian Execs (CollegeJournal.com, 03/01/2001)
Like the corporations they study, business schools are increasingly going global -- and coming to Asia
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Time to Get a Better Biz Plan (Wired
, 02/01/2001)
When the economy gets tough, the tough get going to business school
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Accomplished Pros Earn Grad-School Rewards (WSJ College
, 11/28/2000)
Students who go directly to graduate business school insist they get a lot out of their studies without working first
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Double or Nothing? The Pros and Cons of a Joint Degree (MBA jungle, 09/01/2000)
Joint degrees are a hot trend among B-school students. It's twice the work, but the payoffs can be huge. How can you tell if a joint degree is right for you? Jungle talks to MBAs who completed one and lived to tell about it.
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Women's views limit enrollment in MBA programs (Employment Review
, 08/01/2000)
The average number of women enrolled in top B-schools has plateaued at 30%. 95% percent of respondents were satisfied, though
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MBAs - Still a Guy Thing? (Businessweek.com
, 05/01/2000)
Female MBA enrollment hasn't budged in a decade
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Why Are There Fewer Women in B-School? (CollegeJournal.com, 05/01/2000)
Women's stagnant enrollment in M.B.A. programs will persist unless business schools and businesses become female-friendlier places
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Heavy Traffic on the Road from Startup to MBA (Businessweek.com
, 02/01/2000)
Entrepreneurial experience can help you get into B-school, but some are wary of dot-com dropouts
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The Bottom Line on B-Schools (Forbes
, 02/01/2000)
A comprehensive study by FORBES reveals which M.B.A.programs give students the biggest return on their investment.
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Mastering MBA admissions
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Which Mba?: A Critical Guide to the World's Best Programmes
by George Bickerstaffe
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 MBA Admissions Strategy
by A.V. Gordon
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by Fast Company Magazine
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 Your MBA Game Plan: Proven Strategies for Getting into the Top Business Schools
by Omari Bouknight, Scott Shrum
|  Marketing Yourself to the Top Business Schools
by Phil Carpenter, Carol Carpente
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 Applying to a Top MBA Program: From Decision to Admission- Interviews with Successful Applicants
by Lara Letteau, Bryan Goss
|  88 Great MBA Application Tips & Strategies to Get You into a Top Business School
by Brandon Royal
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 Kaplan Getting into Business School: Selection, Admissions, Financial Aid (Serial)
by Kaplan
|  ABC of Getting the MBA Admissions Edge
by Matt Symonds, Alan Mendonca
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 How to Get into the Right Business School
by James L. Strachan
|  How to Get into the Top MBA Programs
by Richard Montauk
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 Getting into Graduate Business School Today
by Thomas H. Martinson, David P.
|  Lose Your Accent in 28 Days
by Judy Ravin
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 Speak Business English Like an American: Learn the Idioms & Expressions You Need to Succeed On The J
by Amy Gillett
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