MBA articles tagged with Expert Advice

March 6, 2025

Networking & Glamour: Pre- and Post-MBA Advice

A Darden MBA and Leland application expert gives post-MBA transition advice, tips for those considering an MBA, and her business school story.

March 6, 2025

Not Every MBA Program is Made Equal–An Overview of the Program Structures of Top Business Schools

The program structures of the top 15 business schools, including the number of credits and courses required for graduation, the percentage of electives vs. core classes, the proportion of required classes, and more.

March 6, 2025

What Do You Actually Learn in Business School?

A current MBA candidate at Harvard Business School provides an inside look at what you actually learn in business school.

March 6, 2025

Why ChatGPT Can’t Write Your Personal Statement

While ChatGPT is multifaceted, there is a compelling argument against using AI for your personal statements. Here is one expert's take on the revolutionary technology and application essays.

March 6, 2025

What GPA Do You Need to Get Into Graduate School?

How much does your college GPA actually matter to graduate programs? How high of a GPA is "good enough"? A former Director of Stanford Graduate Admissions addresses the importance of GPAs to higher ed. degrees.

March 6, 2025

Craft a Powerful Essay for Stanford GSB: What Matters Most & Why?

A GSB MBA, expert admissions coach, and pro writer, outlines his top advice for nailing the challenging and broad Stanford essay prompt, to help you get into one of the most prestigious MBA programs in the world.

March 6, 2025

The 5 Best Classes at Stanford's Graduate School of Business

An overview of the top 5 classes at GSB, from an expert coach and Stanford MBA.

March 6, 2025

The Power of ‘I’ Statements in Admissions Storytelling

Learn how to use ‘I’ and 'We' statements effectively in your admissions essays and interviews. Understand how these pronouns can emphasize your individual contributions and team achievements and when to highlight collaboration vs. personal initiative in your business school applications.