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The changes to the GMAT exam, announced earlier this year, created waves of speculation and anxiety in MBA candidates. As if a change in the format itself wasn't enough, what's also changing is both the score scales AND the score scale distribution.
All of a sudden, you're being told your 730 GMAT, the same one that put you solidly near the average for just about any of the very top MBA programs, is now being equated to a mere 675.
Is this true? What do the changes really mean?
Read MoreEarlier this year, ETS announced the launch of a new, shorter version of the GRE exam. The GRE general test now takes less than two hours to take! This makes the GRE General Test the shortest and most efficient test for business school admissions. What, if anything, should MBA candidates do differently to prepare for the new GRE? Find out the most important tips about your GRE test prep.
Read More“Can we identify trends on Round 1 application volumes compared to the previous cycle?”
The questions started popping up in online forums before the Round 1 deadlines were in even in our rearview mirror!
You MBA hopefuls are a data-driven bunch!
You want to be in the know – especially about MBA application volumes and how they might impact your odds.
I get it! The MBA application process always includes hope intertwined with doubt: “How strong is my candidacy? Do I have a shot?”
Read MoreCreating an outstanding MBA story is an art of omission. What you leave out is just as important as what you leave in.
Your job is to NOT throw shovelfuls of details at the MBA AdCom reader.
Your job is to mercilessly remove the details that weigh your narrative down and only leave the ones that let the “so what?” of your story shine through.
Read MoreExtracurricular activities, often overlooked as MBA candidates focus on work experience in MBA applications, hold the potential to make a significant impact on your candidacy. MBA admissions committees seek candidates who are not only accomplished professionals but also well-rounded individuals. In this article, we will explore the importance of extracurricular activities and how they can strengthen your MBA application.
Read MoreIn this fiercely competitive arena of MBA admissions, knowledge is power. By staying up-to-date with the latest information from MBA AdComs (MBA Admissions Committees), you can strategically adapt your MBA application strategy and increase your chances of success. Let's unravel the patterns and trends that will shape the 2023-2024 MBA admissions cycle and understand what they mean for your MBA aspirations.
Read MoreDon’t miss this exclusive & free opportunity to network with admissions representatives from top business schools.
These free events will allow you to speak directly with admission decision makers, staff, and alumni and empower you with information about the value of an MBA, financing your degree, and more.
Read MoreApplying to a competitive MBA program comes with tough decisions, and one of the most confusing choices is whether to apply in Round 1 or Round 2. The abundance of information and opinions can be overwhelming, making it crucial to understand the real differences and their impact on your admissions odds.
Read MoreA high stakes circus act. That’s what the execution of your MBA application can feel like sometimes. Before you dismiss this admittedly ridiculous metaphor, consider the similarities. As an MBA candidate, you will need to juggle multiple responsibilities, balance your strengths and weaknesses, and demonstrate adaptability and resilience.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered how MBA AdComs determine the competitiveness of candidates? In this article, we will delve into the evaluation process used by top MBA programs to identify promising applicants. By understanding what makes an MBA candidate stand out, you can navigate the MBA admissions journey with confidence. Let's lift the curtain and explore the intricacies of the MBA evaluation process together.
Read MoreAs a former Dean of MBA Admissions with over 15 years of experience, I have seen many misconceptions about the MBA admissions process that can hinder your progress towards creating a strong MBA candidacy. Let's explore some of the most common misconceptions about the MBA admissions process and help you learn how to approach the process with a sense of curiosity, possibility, and authenticity.
Read MoreApplying for your MBA can be a daunting and challenging task. MBA hopefuls often wonder how they can stand out from the competition. While statistics, such as GMAT or GRE scores, GPA, and years of work experience are necessary for admission, they are only the first hurdle. In this article, we will explore the four essential narratives of leadership, accomplishment, challenge, and growth and how they can help you craft compelling MBA application stories.
Read MoreExtracurricular activities may end up being the perfect way to showcase your leadership, teamwork, and time management skills in your MBA application. What you do with your free time can make all the difference and might just nudge you from a good applicant to a “must admit”.
Read MoreYou might think that your GMAT or GRE test score is the ultimate determining factor for MBA admissions. But what if I told you that the real secret to success lies in understanding the MBA application process? And what if we threw in some data-driven insights to spice things up?
Read MoreAs an MBA candidate, you need to know how the GMAT Focus Edition will affect your candidacy. Will the new GMAT format be easier? Should you wait until the GMAT Focus Edition becomes available? Here’s how to think of the change in the GMAT exam as it affects your MBA candidacy.
Read MoreThe MBA Admissions landscape has shifted. Petia Whitmore, a former Dean of MBA Admissions and Founder of My MBA Path, discusses "State of MBA Admissions 2023":
* What was surprising in Round 1 * What to expect in Round 2 * How Round 3 may be different than any Round 3 we've seen before * What the increase of international students means for you * Will ChatGPT disrupt MBA admissions
Read MoreThe efforts to recognize and combat bias, exclusion, and discrimination are not new, not in our society and not in MBA admissions. But more than ever, there is a demand on all of us, as individuals, professionals, and leaders to make a greater commitment to them. So no one should be surprised that the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) conversation has become a central topic and a lens through which MBA candidates are being evaluated.
Read MoreUnderstand the weight of your GMAT or GRE in the MBA admissions process. Learn why the resume is so important and how all MBA application components in the MBA admissions process are evaluated. Discover more about the holistic nature of the MBA admissions process.
Read MoreThere is a platform that gets you catapulted into a top MBA classroom of sorts, sans studying data sufficiency and sentence correction for the GMAT (and without having to write a single MBA application essay).
It’s Scott Galloway’s Section4 I am talking about. A NYU Stern professor and a serial entrepreneur, for the last three years, he has made it his mission “To make elite business education more accessible to all.”
Read MoreDuring the first week of May, AIGAC (the Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants) held our annual conference. This year’s conference theme was “The Changing Face of Graduate Management Education”. Over the course of three days, I got to participate and lead some of the discussions with MBA adcoms from all the leading business schools in the US and Europe.
I want to share with you the main themes that emerged.
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