With so many college degrees available, one has to wonder – what made the MBA the most powerful degree in the world? How has it evolved over the years? How does it stack up against emerging challenges and alternatives to formal education? Let’s start with the basics and then build up the story. What … Read more
How much do Stanford MBA graduates make? Which companies hire Stanford MBAs? Which industries do they work in? What’s does the class profile look like? In this article, we’ll cover all these aspects and much more, so read on. Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB), one of the most sought-after schools, strategically located in the … Read more
In a relatively old survey, admission officers from several business schools shared their views on the relative importance of each component in a typical MBA application. Here’s how the cookie crumbles. Source: Poets and Quants Here’s the disclaimer. It’s great to have a numerical breakdown such as this, but it’s also important to know that … Read more
For those planning for a post-graduate business degree from an Indian business school, the CAT and the GMAT are the most popular entrance exam choices though there are other tests including the XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT along with the Common Entrance Tests for various states. With more Indian business schools accepting the GMAT score, many … Read more
The MBA class of 2020 recorded a whopping average pay package of $176,083 at Stanford, $175,148 for NYU – Stern and $173,882 for Tuck – despite the tough economic crisis created by the ongoing pandemic. Does it make you wonder why MBA graduates right out of business schools get paid such high salaries compared to … Read more
The top international MBA programs offered by reputed business schools usually have a professional work experience requirement which could range from three to eight years, depending upon the school and its geography. Typically, US business schools attract a much younger cohort for the two year MBA programs whereas MBA programs in Europe and UK, which … Read more
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, technology and technological innovation has become the key for the successful operation and expansion of businesses. Unlike other industries, the technology sector has witnessed a continuous growth over the past decade. Digital disruption continues to penetrate across industries. Companies need to constantly adapt or reinvent their business processes and … Read more
If there’s one thing you can’t be fixed or changed in your MBA application, it’s your undergraduate GPA (Grade Point Average). The GPA is an area of concern for several MBA aspirants. What GPA is required to get into a top MBA programs? How much does the GPA matter in the overall application? What is … Read more
HR is not a silo or narrow function; it is a dynamic career path that touches all aspects of a company. – Sandy Kinnett [Vanderbilt Owen] In today’s fast-paced business world, the Human Resources (HR) team is not just responsible for recruiting and training new employees or managing employee relations and compensation, but also needs … Read more
The USA, which has the reputation of being the top choice for higher education, attracts a sizeable number of international students each year. For those interested in a doctorate degree, USA has some of the most prestigious universities offering PhD programs in a wide variety of subjects and interest areas. The flexibility of curriculum, availability … Read more
‘Consulting’, especially management consulting continues to be a dream job to many! Though it is considered very demanding, the glamour, prestige and perks associated with the profession make it one of the most sought-after career option.
For those looking for a foot in the door in the competitive investment banking industry, New York seems to be the first choice considering that it has been the epicenter of financial activity with the most sought-after jobs on Wall Street. It also houses some of the largest investment banks in the world. Though New … Read more