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MBA INSIDER: ADMISSIONS Q&A
Keith Vaughn explains what Marshall's MBA program program is looking for in applicants and how its international focus sets it apart
Arizona State: Rudy Pino
Admissions Tips from Arizona State
Admissions Director Rudy Pino explains why the Carey MBA is a smart choice in a down economy, and why the interview is an all-day affair
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Babson: Dennis Nations
The B-school's director of admissions discusses what entrepreneurship really means and what Babson looks for in an applicant
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British Columbia (Sauder): Arthur Redillas
The admissions head at University of British Columbia's business school discusses MBA admissions and a new pre-experience master's program
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Brigham Young: Yvette Anderson
BYU offers a strong business education in a deeply religious environment
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UC Berkeley: Stephanie Fujii
Haas' Stephanie Fujii fields questions on application essays, job opportunities, and campus culture during a live chat event
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UC Irvine: Mary Clark
Mary Clark explains why applications are up, job placement is holding steady, and career progress matters more than lots of work experience decisions
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UCLA: Rob Weiler
Interim Director of MBA Admissions Rob Weiler explains what to consider when writing an application essay—and what sets Anderson students apart from their peers
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Cambridge: Conrad Chua
he Judge Business School's small-but-diverse, top-ranked international MBA program seeks intellectual students with work experience and passion
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Carnegie Mellon: James Frick
Tepper's James Frick says the business school is looking for MBAs who will make big contributions to its intimate community
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Chicago: Rosemaria Martinelli
A dean and two students recently fielded online questions about admissions and life at the nation’s No.1-ranked B-school. Here's a transcript
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Columbia: Mary Miller
Columbia's Mary Miller shares some MBA application dos and don'ts and explains what sets her school's culture apart
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Connecticut: Michael Deotte
UConn's MBA director Michael Deotte talks about the importance of leadership experience and why applicants should have "clear direction and focus"
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Cornell: Randall Sawyer
Randall Sawyer says Cornell is looking for team players who are intellectually curious and passionate about the school
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Cranfield: Sean Rickard
This small program on the outskirts of London has a diverse, older student body and a focus on best practices. MBA Director Sean Rickard discusses the ins and outs of the application process
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Dartmouth: Dawna Clarke
Admissions Director Dawna Clarke describes Tuck's latest curriculum innovation and explains why applicants need a "global mindset"
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Emory: Julie Barefoot
Goizueta's Julie Barefoot explains how the Emory B-school's small size is an advantage, and why the best applicants are those who bring something to the table
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ESADE: Cristina Sassot
While GMAT scores are important, the No. 4 international business school is looking at the whole package and a good cultural fit when it comes to applicants
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Fuqua: Liz Riley Hargrove
Liz Riley Hargrove explains why Fuqua is looking for applicants with a propensity for teamwork who are "leaders of consequence"
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George Washington: Judith Stockmon
Judith Stockmon describes the GWU business school's ambitious expansion plans and the advantages of earning an MBA five blocks from the White House
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Georgetown: Kelly Wilson
Kelly Wilson, director of MBA admissions, on what Georgetown's McDonough offers the right kind of applicant, and what it takes to get in
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Georgia Tech: Paula Wilson
MBA Admissions Director Paula Wilson explains why employability is one criterion Georgia Tech uses to evaluate applicants
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Harvard: Deirdre Leopold
Harvard's Deirdre Leopold explains that the best way for applicants to stand out is to avoid "overcrafting, overthinking, overwriting"
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HEC - Montreal: Jean Talbot
The admissions director of one of Canada's top-ranked MBA programs talks about what it takes to get in
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HEC - Paris: Isabelle Cota
HEC is located in France, but about four-fifths of the students hail from elsewhere. The school's admissions director discusses the application process
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IE Business School: Lisa Bevill
IE Business School's Lisa Bevill fields questions about applications, internships, and moving to Madrid
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IESE: Javier Muñoz Parrondo
Javier Muñoz Parrondo talks about what makes IESE unique, the school's "assessement day" for candidates, and the best time to apply
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Illinois: Jackie Wilson
MBA Admissions Director Jackie Wilson describes the ideal Illinois applicant and the school's advantages, including a new high-tech building
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IMD: Lisa Piguet
IMD's Lisa Piguet fields questions on the admissions process at the elite Swiss B-school, including the importance of leadership and international experience
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Indiana: James Holmen
Kelley's Jim Holmen discusses the MBA program's "holistic" approach to admissions and how it's helping students in a tough job market
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INSEAD: Pejay Belland
Pejay Belland explains why No. 1-ranked INSEAD takes pains to admit a diverse class, and how being proactive leads to a 93 percent placement rate
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Iowa: Jodi Schafer
Jodi Schafer, Tippie's MBA admissions director, describes how Iowa stresses careers, and why applicants should showcase leadership skills
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London Business School: Oliver Ashby
Admissions manager Oliver Ashby fields questions on the MBA admissions process and career prospects for new grads advising
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Manchester: Helen Dowd
Admissions Director Helen Dowd describes what makes the Manchester MBA unique and offers tips on navigating the admissions process
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Maryland: Sam Kang
Smith is looking for applicants who are "hungry for an MBA degree," says admissions director Sam Kang
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MIT: Rod Garcia
Sloan admits a tiny percentage of applicants to its MBA program. Find out what it takes to get in
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Michigan: Soojin Kwon Koh
Soojin Kwon Koh says Ross values sincerity, teamwork skills, and work experience, and applicants who want in should highlight all three candidates
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Michigan State: Paul North
High-caliber job placement leads to a good return on investment for MSU graduates
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Minnesota: Jeff Bieganek
Jeff Bieganek explains how Carlson's new curriculum will create a program that's more intimate, hands-on, and international
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NYU: Anika Davis Pratt
NYU wants applicants who know why they want to go to B-school and, more importantly, why Stern
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North Carolina: Sherry Wallace
Kenan-Flager Business School is looking for students who have clear goals and a track record of getting things done
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Northwestern: Beth Flye
Kellogg is good at more than just marketing, says Beth Flye. Read on for her tips about getting into this top MBA program
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Notre Dame: Brian Lohr
MBA Admissions Director Brian Lohr explains what makes an applicant stand out and why Mendoza alumni may be a new grad's best friends
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Ohio State: Alison Merzel
MBA Admissions Director Alison Merzel describes what the Fisher program has to offer, and why Columbus isn't the "cow town" some think it is
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Oxford: Anna Farrús
Anna Farrús explains what the Oxford MBA program has to offer, and what it's doing to help graduates find jobs
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Wharton: Admissions Q&A
Wharton's new admissions director dispels some myths about the elite institution, where you don't need to be a financial genius to apply
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Penn State: Carrie Marcinkevage
The Smeal College of Business pursues a diverse class whose goals track with the school's vision and values, says admissions chief Carrie Marcinkevage
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Purdue: Brenda Knebel
Brenda Knebel, MBA admissions director at Purdue's Krannert School, explains the ins and out of the admissions process
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Queen's: Kerri Regan
Kerri Regan explains why teamwork and individualized coaching are critical to the Queen's B-school experience
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Rochester: Greg MacDonald
Admissions Director Gregory MacDonald describes the admissions process for the university's Simon business school
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SDA Bocconi: Rossana Camera
At Italy's leading MBA program, Scuola di Direzione Aziendale Bocconi, the emphasis is on attracting students from diverse backgrounds
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USC: Keith Vaughn
Keith Vaughn, director of full-time MBA admissions, talks about what Marshall offers prospective students and what it takes to get in
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Southern Methodist: Patti Cudney
Patti Cudney explains why Cox values students who "take initiative," how the school's size and location affect students' education, and much more
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Stanford: Derrick Bolton
Admissions Director Derrick Bolton talks about Stanford's new curriculum, its future campus, and why a little idealism makes for an ideal applicant
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Syracuse: Carol Swanberg
The upstate New York school cut back its full-time MBA class. Admissions Director Carol Swanberg talks about how it's working out
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Texas - Austin: Rodrigo Malta
McCombs admissions director Rodrigo Malta speaks from firsthand experience about the program and discusses what the admissions committee looks for in an application
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Thunderbird: Jay Bryant
Its director of global recruitment is seeking students who match Thunderbird's international mindset
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Toronto: Cheryl Millington
Rotman's Cheryl Millington fields questions about jobs, curriculum, and strategies for landing a spot at the top-ranked Canadian B-school
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Vanderbilt: John Roeder
Admissions director John Roeder describes what Owen has to offer and what it's doing to connect graduates and employers
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Virgina: Sara Neher
Admissions Director Sara Neher talks about what Darden B-school offers for a hard-working applicant and what it takes to get in
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Wake Forest: Stacy Poindexter Owen
The Babcock Graduate School's MBA program seeks students with work experience and a team attitude
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Washington University: Evan Bouffides
MBA Admissions Director Evan Bouffides explains why selectivity is up, inexperience is O.K., and recommendation letters are no longer required
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University of Washington: Erin Ernst
Foster's Erin Ernst explains why the Seattle-based B-school is looking for applicants with "a history of going above and beyond"
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Western Ontario: Niki Healey
Niki da Silva explains what sets Ivey apart, and what it takes to land a spot in one of Canada's top-ranked MBA programs
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Wisconsin-Madison: Betsy Kacizak
Admissions director Betsy Kacizak says Wisconsin's MBA program is particularly open to applicants seeking a career-specialized education
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Yale: Bruce DelMonico
Yale's Bruce DelMonico explains what the Ivy League business school seeks in applicants, as well as the advantages of its new curriculum
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York: Krista Larson
MBA Admissions Director Krista Larson explains what it takes to be admitted to Schulich and the benefits of earning an MBA in Canada
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