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Can I Get Accepted to an MBA program If I Have Never Led a Team?

MBA programs look for several key factors in applicants, but leadership is always a particularly important one. Why? The admissions committee knows that you will need leadership skills when working on team projects and in other experiential opportunities in its MBA program. The school also wants candidates who will be involved in leading student clubs. … Read More  

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 EMBA vs. MBA: Know The Difference

So, you are thinking about getting a master of business administration (MBA) degree but then suddenly realize that you have multiple options for earning such a degree, which raises the question Which one is best for me? In this post, we will compare two different pathways you might take—pursuing a full-time MBA or an executive … Read More  

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Researching MBA Programs Virtually

As you get ready to tackle your business school applications, you might be wondering, What is the best way for me to research my target MBA programs? For schools that are in your city or within a relatively short distance, you should plan to attend in-person info sessions, class tours, and campus visits. Conducting this … Read More  

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Writing Powerful Essay Openings

As you craft and refine your narratives for your application essays, you will need to be thoughtful about how you are engaging the admissions reader. Keep in mind that admissions officers read thousands of essays each year, and the person who reads yours might have read several other candidates’ files already that day! So if … Read More  

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