Many MBA applicants assume that having stellar GPA and exceptional test scores alone can win you a scholarship, but that’s not all that matters. MBA admissions committees (AdComs) adopt a holistic approach while evaluating applications. Schools would look at a balanced blend of other high-quality elements including your professional and personal achievements, demonstrated leadership, the … Read more
An MBA is a high-value investment. The estimated average total cost of attending one of the world’s top MBA programs is around $203,000, according to findings from GMAC’s latest Cost of MBA Report. M7/T10 MBA costs can be close to $250K The cost begins to add up even before securing an admit. MBA application fees … Read more
What does it take to get into the world’s best MBA programs? The easy answer is, build a superstar profile, ace the GMAT/GRE, nail your essays and interviews. Easier said than done, especially when you don’t already have a shiny profile. Over 15 years, MBA Crystal Ball has been helping applicants get into the toughest … Read more
Selecting the right business school can be an arduous task for MBA aspirants. While brand reputation matters, one of the most important factors in choosing a business school is its ability to help students achieve their desired career goals. School MBA employment reports provide valuable insights into post-MBA career outcomes, including hiring industries, recruiters, salaries, … Read more
For years, the US MBA programs have been considered gold standard of MBA education, capturing the largest share of international applicants worldwide. However, in an increasingly uncertain global environment as well as growing concerns around visa restrictions and shifting immigration policies, MBA applicants are now adopting a strategic approach. Rather than taking the risk of … Read more
Many leading US business schools now allow eligible MBA applicants to apply without a GMAT or GRE through test waivers or test-optional policies. But applying without a GRE / GMAT score can make it tougher for applicants from overrepresented pools (like Indian applicants). This guide compares 20 top MBA programs, explains their admissions policies, waiver … Read more
If you’re an engineer from premier Indian institutions like IIT, NIT or BITS, you already come from one of the most academically rigorous and competitive talent pools in the world. On paper, such candidate profiles appear very impressive – strong quantitative training, solid brand credentials and very often, excellent work experience. However, in the world … Read more
Amid economic uncertainty and a highly competitive job market, MBA applicants are becoming less focused on business school rankings and increasingly concerned about the return on investment (ROI) of the program. This shift in priorities is clearly reflected in GMAC Prospective Student data, which shows that program ROI, including the skills gained and future career … Read more
The MBA job market has been going through one of its most challenging phases in recent years with hiring slowdowns across key sectors. Even the top business school graduates are feeling the pressure, with top schools like Yale reporting only 80% employment at 3 months while for Harvard, it was 84%. These shifts in MBA … Read more
An MBA is a high-stakes financial investment and requires planning the entire financial roadmap before you decide to dive in. The cost of an MBA degree can significantly vary depending primarily on your MBA destination country, and of course, the prestige of the school. The cost is largely driven by the variations in MBA tuition fees … Read more
Each year sees many well-deserving MBA aspirants pouring months to put together strong MBA applications. But in spite of their relentless efforts, around 80% don’t make it to the program of their choice. The slam dunk they visualized in their mind ends very differently in reality. Not because they weren’t good enough – but owing … Read more
The most recent Financial Times (FT) Rankings represent a pivotal moment for Indian MBA programs. This is because all the Indian programs which have been featuring in the FT global MBA rankings saw an upward shift in position, with some schools seeing a stellar leap up the rankings compared to the previous year. Some of … Read more