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Raghavendra Polanki had an amazing ride from the startup world to the world’s most coveted company, Google. But his thirst for learning didn’t stop. He was convinced that an MBA would help him fuel his next growth phase. We interviewed him on our YouTube channel. Here’s the transcript. If you prefer watching the original video, … Read more
Roma Mishra, an IT professional, applied to the top 3 IIM one year MBA programs – IIM Ahmedabad (IIMA PGPX), IIM Bangalore (IIMB EPGP), IIMC MBAEx) – after a career break, and with a modest GMAT score of 710. She got into two of them, with one (IIMA) offering her scholarship. Check out her journey. … Read more
Apoorva Bhushan’s resume does not include the typical brands (such IIT, BITS, McKinsey, Goldman Sachs, Google et al) that many associate with top school admits. So how did she manage to get into so many elite business schools that offered a cumulative scholarship of $250,000? We interviewed her on our YouTube channel. Here’s the transcript. … Read more
Even at the beginning of the previous decade did one not imagine that our lives would become so intertwined with digital technology. People of all ages, teens to twilight, are hooked on to the ever-competing smart gadget that does everything but wash our dishes and hair. And with the advent of the smartphones and their … Read more
MBA is a practical degree, not particularly designed for purely academic minds but rather for those seeking a practical approach to advance their career. MBA, if done “right” it can take you from being just one of the workforce to a skilled asset to your corporation, channelling your intellect and inspiring others as a leader … Read more
What does it take to get into an M7 or magnificent 7 business school? Each year our team at MBA Crystal Ball helps a select few candidates build their profile for GMAT GRE MBA programs and get into the world’s best b-schools. Neel Patil is going to Kellogg this fall. He shares the inspiring story … Read more
Don’t ever take a fence down until you know why it was put up. Smart words from Robert Frost! In today’s world this fence has become quite invisible. Even the best of us can fall prey to fraudsters and scammers lurking about on its other side, just waiting for you to let your guard down. … Read more
America is a land of immigrants. The country has a history of welcoming foreign workers to expand the country’s overall knowledge base and intellectual power. Expats from all over the world with various skills have flocked for generations in this land of opportunity. That is the beauty of the country, to recognise talent and make … Read more
They say you cannot put a price on education. That a good education is the best gift we can give our next generation. And that good education creates opportunities of a lifetime. True. However, the path towards realising these dreams of success is often ridden with financial struggles. Why? Firstly, education, especially higher education, is … Read more
MBA is one of the most prolific graduate degrees that seeks to provide professional growth for career success. Among its many advantages, its versatility is the most appealing. Anyone, from engineers, doctors to even fashion stylists can seek to improve their career marketability using a well stationed, well reputed MBA that can help their cause. … Read more
Education is a global industry. If you ever wanted to imagine a cross cultural mixture of young individuals, worthy of a UN level diversity picture, all you have to do is visit a university campus. You will be greeted with students flocking into classrooms from all over the world. Some even fresh off the airplane … Read more
If you are having to ponder this question – MBA or Executive MBA (EMBA) – you are probably someone with 7+ years of work experience, over 35 years of age, and squeezed in that intersection area where you could decide on either an MBA or an EMBA. For the rest, lying on either side of … Read more