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
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
The technology sector has seen it all – the once thriving and in-demand industry went through a turbulent phase marked by layoffs and hiring freezes in the post-pandemic era, the same period saw the AI revolution causing disruptions across industries. According to the 2024 Prospective Students Survey, 40% candidates feel AI is essential to their … Read more
Even at the beginning of the previous decade did one not imagine that our lives would become so intertwined with digital technology. People of all ages, teens to twilight, are hooked on to the ever-competing smart gadget that does everything but wash our dishes and hair. And with the advent of the smartphones and their … Read more
The Financial Times had just released its Global MBA Rankings for 2025, and to say there are some shocks would be an understatement. The stalwarts of the game have fallen. Harvard Business School does not find a place in the top 10. Stanford GSB does not even feature among the top 100. Other than these, … Read more
In the recent years, the Middle East countries have taken initiatives aimed at diversifying their economies and reducing their dependence on oil revenues. They have also established knowledge hubs in an effort to attract and retain top talent. A prominent example is that of the Education City, founded by the Qatar Foundation, a vast 12-kilometer … Read more
European business schools continue to attract top talent worldwide as they offer a good combination of academic rigour, culturally diverse environment and access to global career opportunities. The shorter duration and the lower costs involved make them a favourable option in terms of ROI. In this article, we’ve listed down the European schools that offer … Read more
Consulting – the highly sought-after post-MBA career choice – garners attention due the fast-paced career growth, global exposure and the immense learning opportunities across industries and functions it offers – the cherry on the cake being the competitive compensation package. Organisations hire consulting firms across industries – in order to get fresh external perspectives on … Read more
An MBA dual degree can be a good way of gaining in-depth knowledge, insights, skill-sets and expertise in a career-relevant discipline or an interest area, to extend the scope of your studies beyond the broad-based exposure that an MBA degree provides. What is an MBA dual degree? This involves earning an MBA jointly with … Read more
The one-year MBA can be a good option for mid-career professionals wishing to accelerate their career advancement without an extended break from work. Typically, one year business programs were more popular and commonly offered in the UK and Europe. However in the recent years, they have been gaining traction in the US as well. According … Read more
Finance continues to be among the top post-MBA industry choices and it’s no surprise why. Finance is associated with a lucrative career with irresistible salary, bonuses and a fast-paced environment – all of which may sound very exciting. If it’s been your dream to work in a high-profile job like becoming an investment banker on the … Read more