MBA articles tagged with Expert Advice
March 6, 2025
3 Things You Need to Know About the New GMAT Focus Edition
The new GMAT Focus Edition will be accepted by many schools in 2024. If you're applying in the 2024-2025 application cycle or later, here are three things to know as you prepare for this standardized test.
March 6, 2025
Why I Chose Darden for My MBA Program
Matt P, an expert coach and Darden alumnus, provides insight into why his decision to attend Darden created a solid foundation of personal and professional growth.
March 6, 2025
How to Answer the “Why Booth?” Interview Question
Tim F., an expert coach and Chicago Booth alumnus, provides actionable tips on how to tailor your interview responses to showcase a genuine connection between your aspirations and Booth's offerings.
March 6, 2025
MBA Essay Too Long? Here's How to Fix It
The word count of most MBA application essays is very limited. This article by an expert Leland MBA coach will give you 8 tips to help you keep your essays under the limit while still maintaining a compelling story.
March 6, 2025
To Be a Jack of All Trades or Master of One?
The case for becoming an expert vs. a generalist, written by a Stanford GSB MBA and McKinsey & Co. Consultant. Plus, how to pick an area of focus, how to build expertise, and more.
March 6, 2025
What the Columbia Business School Admissions Committee Looks for in MBA Applicants
Everything you need to know about what the CBS admissions committee is looking for in high-potential MBA applicants, from a professional MBA coach and Columbia alumna.
March 6, 2025
5 Essential Tips for Improving Your MBA Resume
Matt P., an expert coach and Darden alumnus, provides several key tips for improving your MBA resume.
March 6, 2025
How to Tackle the UVA Darden MBA Application Essays
Matt P, an expert coach and Darden alumnus, provides insight into best practices and approaches for the UVA Darden MBA application essays.
March 6, 2025
How to Write a Powerful HBS Post-Interview Reflection
An HBS admit outlines her top tips for writing a compelling post-interview reflection that makes your application stand out.
March 6, 2025
Applying to Harvard Business School: Story of a Current Student
The journey to HBS from one of Leland's expert coaches. Thinking about an MBA and hoping to attend Harvard? Read this story for an insider look at someone who went through the process, and got admitted.