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Amidst a challenging global economy, volatile geopolitics and an uncertain job market, international students also need to keep a close eye on government policy shifts (such as those related to study visa and work permits) that can affect their future study plans. MBA applicants have started feeling the need to cast the net wider while … Read more
MBA brands do matter; MBA applicants may still spend sleepless nights for that much-awaited admit from their dream M7 school. But it’s also true that of late, given the economic uncertainties and the unpredictable job market, an increasing number of candidates have become risk-averse and have been instead heading to MBA programs that offer them … Read more
An MBA is a significant investment of money, time and energy. But this investment proves well worth it when you consider the lifetime returns it offers – not only in terms of better career opportunities and highly transferable skills, but also the lucrative compensation and perks accompanying it. In fact, salaries earned by MBA graduates … Read more
AI is no longer just a buzzword – it is here to stay – reshaping industries, redefining roles, driving innovation and providing competitive advantage. The latest McKinsey Global Survey on AI reveals that the use of AI – both gen AI as well as analytical AI continues to build momentum with bigger organizations, having at … Read more
Among the significant takeaways from an MBA, career outcome is of top priority. Many heading to an MBA program look at it as the best and fastest way to rise up the ranks and have access to senior management opportunities. If that’s the case, why shouldn’t we judge a business school by its ability to … Read more
‘If I have seen farther than others, it is because I was standing on the shoulders of giants’ Issac Newton’s popular quote – that his own work was built upon the efforts of his predecessors – is testimony to the immense learning that can be derived from those who came before us. In the business … Read more
Artificial intelligence has made inroads into almost every industry, making its integration into education increasingly necessary to prepare individuals for the future workforce. That raises the question – Are business schools equipped to prepare students for tomorrow’s business world? Statistics from GMAC reveals that indeed the vast majority of them, in fact, 78% of them … Read more
The last several years have seen business schools taking strides towards achieving gender parity. This is evident from the fact that the number of female students in MBA programs has seen a steady rise over the years. Data from the Forté foundation’s member schools reveal that this figure was at 28% in 2002, 34% in … Read more
The recently graduated MBA class encountered the toughest job market in years amidst economic uncertainty and shifting industry demands. Even the top talent from elite business schools was not spared and had to face the unexpected. At Harvard Business School and MIT Sloan, both top-ranked M7 schools and powerful brand names, only 85% of the … Read more
There’s a lot of buzz, hype and glamour associated with the management consulting profession. This industry is synonymous with high-profile boardroom discussions with clients and jet-setting lifestyles. In simple terms, consulting involves identifying and solving complex problems faced by businesses. According to Management Consulted, the consulting industry market size is an estimated $374B. These firms … Read more
While the majority of top business schools across the globe offer a fall intake for their full-time MBA programs with classes starting in August/September, there are a few programs, mostly outside the US, which have a spring intake in January. Fall vs Spring MBA admissions intake Most of the MBA programs in the USA have … Read more
Finance is one of the top 3 post-MBA industry choices due to the unparalleled access to opportunities, high-profile jobs and robust compensation and perks it offers. An MBA from a reputed business school can open doors to leadership positions in finance. The strong industry connections, ample opportunities to interact with industry leaders and influential professionals … Read more