MBA articles tagged with Expert Advice

March 6, 2025
How to Stand Out as a Deferred MBA Applicant—From a GSB/HBS Admit
A Stanford and Harvard deferred MBA admit outlines his top tips for other applicants on how to create and submit the most standout, compelling business school application possible.

March 6, 2025
An Analytical Approach: Advice for the MBA Application Process
Solomon D., an expert Leland coach, Harvard MBA, and Facebook PM, outlines his top advice for the business school application process, including the pros and cons of pursuing an MBA.

March 6, 2025
MBA Interviews: Six Admission Consultants’ Best Advice
The top tips from six MBA application experts on the interview process to help you as you prepare.

March 6, 2025
There is No "Perfect" Pre-MBA Job
If you're not an investment banker or management consultant, you may think that business school is not for you. Here's why that's not true (from a Stanford GSB MBA).

March 6, 2025
How to Get Into a Top MBA Program: The Expert Guide
An MBA admit to Harvard Business School and Wharton outlines her top tips for other aspiring applicants to top business schools.

March 6, 2025
How to Secure a Stellar MBA Recommendation Letter
A professional MBA admissions coach outlines her top tips for securing the best possible letters of recommendation from your recommenders, based on years of experience helping applicants get admitted to the best business schools in the world.

March 6, 2025
How Early Should You Start the MBA Application Process?
The MBA application is an arduous affair that requires hours and hours of work. Here are six reasons why you should start the process as early as possible to maximize your chances of admission.

March 6, 2025
What Does "Holistic Review" Mean in Graduate School Admissions?
Looking to understand what "holistic review" means in graduate school admissions? This article breaks it down and explains how you can stand out in a holistic application process.

March 6, 2025
The NEW HBS Essays: Why They Changed & How to Answer Them
Read an expert MBA admissions consultant's deconstruction of Harvard Business School's three new essay prompts for the 2024-2025 application cycle, including what the school is looking for and how to write the best possible HBS essays.

March 6, 2025
Is an MBA Worth It? Pros, Cons, and How to Decide
Deciding to pursue an MBA is a huge commitment and it can be difficult to weigh the pros and cons. Here is our guide to help you determine whether getting an MBA is a good fit for you.