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An Executive MBA program, also known as EMBA program, is designed for senior professionals who wish to continue working in their current roles while studying. Most of the EMBA programs offer classes on weekend, some week-long residential sessions, with the program offering a mix of synchronous live classes as well as asynchronous digital content which … Read more
Ever wondered what actually happens inside a top European MBA beyond rankings and brochures? This is a first-hand account from Shruthi Srinivasan, an MBA student at IESE Business School, sharing what life is really like on campus in Barcelona. Earlier, we published her IESE MBA admissions journey where she explains how she got in with … 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
For MBA aspirants, the choice of programs is mind-boggling and the factors they need to consider can be equally confusing. Among the hundreds of parameters a prospective candidate could consider, a few tend to come up more frequently than the others. Let’s look at some of those. How important is accreditation? For years, international accreditation … Read more
Consulting, finance and technology are the top 3 industries drawing in the highest number of MBA graduates. For good reason, this trio often enjoys the maximum spotlight when it comes to online discussions, surveys and rankings. According to Bloomberg, healthcare is the 4th biggest industry for MBA graduates. In the Best Business School Rankings 2025–26, … Read more
Artificial intelligence has permeated into every aspect of the economy and is reshaping global businesses at mind-boggling pace. This transformation has influenced everything from market research to financial analysis, and is powering decision-making across industries. AI has now evolved into a strategic partner rather than just being a specialist’s tool. AI is revolutionizing how companies … Read more
The recent years have seen a shift in MBA applicants’ priorities. Earlier, securing a top elite brand on one’s resume was the ultimate priority, now candidates are more focused on the practical aspects and the outcome. This is so, especially in the more recent years that have seen even the most prestigious business schools like … Read more
DEI has been in the news for a while after the U.S. announced policy changes. Here’s a primer on what it means for international students aiming for American universities. What is DEI? A term once thriving in the folders of HR offices has been pushed to the storage, with people, it is relevant to, scrambling … Read more
For those looking for budget-friendly world-class internationally ranked MBA programs, the UK offers several shorter-format top program options. These programs have a more intense curriculum and see a more internationally diverse cohort. With schools having strong connections with the surrounding business ecosystems, you can expect ample access to industry network and real-world learning as well … 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
‘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
The dark clouds have been looming for a while over the most preferred MBA destination for international students, prompting many to ask “Is an MBA in USA still worth it?” It’s a question that has been troubling the international MBA applicant community for several reasons. The biggest ones are related to the uncertainty around the … Read more