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5 Tips for MBA Applicants from a Former Stanford Admissions Director

Insider advice on how to strengthen your MBA application—from storytelling and school fit to strategic positioning—straight from a former GSB gatekeeper.

Strategies to Upskill in Your Career

Learn why upskilling matters and how you can build a plan to learn new skills in a way that works for you.

Example of an Equipment Manufacturer Acquisition Case

See an example of an acquisition case for an equipment manufacturer. Learn how to evaluate the target company, identify potential synergies, and structure a clear recommendation.

Pursuing Further Education: Pros & Cons

Weigh the real benefits and tradeoffs of grad school, MBAs, and more before making the leap.

Pivoting to UX/New to UX

New to UX? This is your complete guide to breaking into the field. Learn the core skills, build your portfolio, and land your first job.

Negotiating the Offer: Nail Your Criteria

Learn how to successfully negotiate your next job offer. We'll cover how to define your criteria, identify your leverage, and craft a winning negotiation strategy.

Introduction to Leadership Styles

Discover different leadership styles and learn how to adapt your approach to fit any team or situation. Find the leader in you!

Maximizing Your Compensation at Top Firms

Learn how to negotiate offers, understand total comp, and unlock hidden perks at elite companies.

Zoom Fatigue Is Real: 10 Tips for Virtual Presentation Mastery

Emmy-winning coach Ann Keil Dux shares top strategies to stay energized, focused, and confident on camera.

Accretion & Dilution Mini Model

Preparing for a technical interview in Investment Banking? Use this interactive spreadsheet template to demonstrate your technical skills and understanding of mergers and acquisitions!

Craft Your Career Transition Story

A video to help you articulate a compelling narrative around your career shift, connecting past experiences with future goals for resumes, interviews, and MBA essays.

Full-Time Job Application Strategy

Master the job application process with our step-by-step guide. Learn how to stand out and get hired for a full-time role right out of school.

How Are the GMAT and GRE Scored?

Demystify GMAT and GRE scoring systems! Learn how each test is graded and what your scores really mean for your grad school applications.

How to Research Your Next Career Move

Learn how to successfully research and transition into a new career path.

Is Now the Right Time for a Transition?

A reflective guide to evaluating personal, professional, and market factors when considering a career pivot.

Laws of UX

Learn the fundamentals of User Experience (UX) design. This is your first step to building a career designing products people love.

Understanding Promotion Criteria

Ready to move up? Learn the specific criteria and strategies to get noticed, earn that promotion, and take the next step in your career.

Differentiate Your MBA Application: The Power of Deep School Research

How thorough school research can elevate your essays, interviews, and overall application strategy.

MBA Resume: Work Experience

Your work experience is key to getting in. Learn how to highlight your professional accomplishments and impress the admissions committee.

GRE Critical Reasoning

Master the art of critical reasoning for the GRE! Learn to analyze, evaluate, and construct arguments to boost your score.