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In an earlier post, we had talked about why MBA essay word counts are important and why you should not overshoot (or for that matter, undershoot) those word limits. That brings up the logical next question – what can you do to ensure that the tedious and frustrating process of knocking out sections from your … Read more
Having word limit problems while writing MBA essays? If not, sooner or later, you’ll face the frustrating roadblock. Here are a few questions that may pop up in your mind about the word limits for your MBA essays and some perspectives to help you navigate them. Words give my thoughts wings and allow me to … Read more
The IIM Ahmedabad PGPX (Post Graduate Program in Management for Executives), a 1-year MBA in India for executives offered by the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad is unlike any other in the world. Exaggeration? Not really if you consider the IIMA PGPX class profile (average age of 34 years, average work experience of over 10 … Read more
Got a low GMAT score and wondering what to do about it? This post is for you. If you aren’t aware of statistics yet, this article lists the average GMAT scores for the world’s best MBA programs. And to make matters worse, you’ll find many Indian applicants (specially engineers) who crack the test as if … Read more
The NUS MBA ranking within the top 25 programs in the world (23rd to be specific, according to the 2012 Financial Times MBA ranking) makes it not only the best MBA in Singapore, but also a force to reckon with in the global MBA area. With an average GMAT score of 658 and an average … Read more
Another one of those GMAT FAQ regulars. Each year we get profiles where we see great work experience with not so good GMAT scores. For many guys who’ve completed their graduation several years back, the concept of preparing for a test can be a tough challenge. They’ve spent 3-5 years doing well in their chosen … Read more
Another one in the MBA Application Basics category. A commonly known fact (assuming you’ve read the application guidelines on bschool websites) is that your MBA application will be looked at as a complete package and the impact that it’ll have on the admissions committee (adcom) will depend on each of the components included. But candidates … Read more
Mention the Darden MBA program at the University of Virginia to any MBA applicant, and what is it that first pops into their mind? Top ranked MBA program, case studies, management consulting industry, competitive admissions process, will I land an internship, what about MBA jobs? Recently when I had the opportunity to interview Wendy Huber, … Read more
For many, their MBA pursuit is usually a hush-hush affair: on the personal front, also on the professional front. You would not want inquisitive friends, relatives or neighbours spreading the word around before you have a confirmed place in the MBA college of your choice. Again you don’t want your competing office colleagues to gain … Read more
Not-so-hot Guy: Will you marry me? Popular Gal: Send across your personal details. I’ll think about it. [1 month later] Guy: Will you marry me? Please let me know so I can make arrangements for the wedding. My biological clock is ticking and there are a ton of things I need to do if/after you … Read more
After taking their GMAT test and scoring a 700+, many MBA applicants start thinking about the rest of their MBA application components and that’s when they start realising about the (most perceived) gaps and flaws in their otherwise bullet-proof armour. Then they resort to last-minute workarounds to cover up those shortcomings. And the results can … Read more
We get this question frequently on discussion forums and over email. In fact, a little too frequent for our comfort. So it doesn’t hurt talking about it again here. If you are an MBA applicant with considerable experience, you now have our permission to say ‘Duh!’ and skip this post. There seems to be a … Read more