MBA Alumni: University of Georgia, Terry College of Business: Jenny Strange, MBA '11
Jenny Strange, 2011 MBA graduate from the University of Georgia Terry College of Business, offers insight for current MBA applicants who have taken a longer break between their undergraduate and graduate careers. She discusses how to take advantage of student life, details her internship process, and how she built a professional network in business...
MBA Alumni: University of Maryland, Smith School of Business: Stephanie Bauer, MBA '03
Stephanie Bauer, a 2003 alumni from the University of Maryland Smith School of Business, details her decision-making process when it came to choosing the right MBA program for her. She discusses why she chose to attend business school, the benefits of a part-time MBA program, and how to build a good network. Stephanie answers the following ques...
MBA Alumni: College of William & Mary, Mason School of Business: Edmund Amoye, MBA '12
Edmund Amoye, 2012 MBA graduate from the College of William and Mary, discusses the Mason School of Business program in our latest MBA Alumni segment. He details his background, balancing school and family life, and why Mason School of Business was a good fit for him. Edmund answers the following: What made you decide to get an MBA? What’s your...
MBA Alumni: UCLA Anderson School of Management: Ruben Pranata, MBA '06
Ruben Pranata is the Sales Operations and Cross-Product Solutions Manager at Google, and was a 2006 grad of University of California, Los Angeles Anderson School of Management. In this MBA Alumni video, Ruben answers the following questions for UCLA Anderson applicants: What’s your advice on choosing a business school? How was your internship ex...
MBA Alumni: MIP Politecnico di Milano: Gregor Schumacher, MBA '08
Gregor Schumacher received his MBA in 2008 from MIP Politecnico di Milano and is currently working for the European media company, Bertelsmann. In this MBA Alumni interview, we field the following questions for our MIP grad: How did your career change after graduation? What did you like most about your school? What was it like to study in Milan,...
MBA Alumni: HEC Paris: Alexander Onish, MBA '12
Alexander Onish, an HEC Paris 2012 graduate, talks us through his decision-making process for choosing the business school that was right for him. He claims that in order to get the most out of your MBA, "you have to work hard to learn, you have to work hard and network, and you have to work hard and experience all of the things that are presented...
Getting into the University of Toronto Rotman School of Management:
Choosing an MBA program is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your life, and you want to be sure you’ve found a program that’s right for you. The Rotman School of Management is the top business school in Canada and the biggest in terms of class size, making it the destination in Canada for global firms wishing to hire MBA stud...
University of Maryland Smith School of Business, Master of Science in Business: Information Systems:
The MS in Business: Information Systems at The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business is ideal for those who understand the value of technology and are interested in gaining the knowledge to manage it. The one-year program prepares you to lead in the ongoing technology revolution. Throughout the curriculum, the emphasis is on...
Why Attend an MBA Fair?: Hear Why Admission Directors Think You Should Talk to Them at the MBA Fairs
Why attend an MBA fair when business schools put all of their information online? We traveled to the MBA Tour's fair to speak one-on-one with 14 admissions directors from top MBA programs, who all claim that meeting with them directly can make a great impact on both sides of the application process!...
Getting the Last 50 Points on the GMAT:
Save $150 on any Veritas Prep GMAT course when you use referral code MBAPOD150OFF at checkout! Visit veritasprep.com to find a course near you. You’ve been putting hours upon hours studying for your GMAT, but you can’t seem to get your score to that higher level. Watch "Getting the Last 50 Points on the GMAT" where we explore how to boost...
The New GMAT: Integrated Reasoning
MBA Podcaster listeners receive a $150 discount on any Veritas Prep GMAT course, private tutoring, or admissions consulting school package by registering with the code "MBAPOD150". Learn more at veritasprep.com. Starting in June 2012 the Graduate Management Admission Council or GMAT will implement a new section on the GMAT. It’s called Integr...
Data Sufficiency Practice Problem: GMAT Try-it-Yourself
View the full video on www.mbapodtv.com Crack your knuckles and sharpen your pencil because we have a sample GMAT Data Sufficiency problem for you to try to solve. Since these GMAT questions get pretty tricky, we brought on Manhattan GMAT guru Chris Ryan to help us through. He knows what he's talking about because he scored 790 on the GMAT! Ready-...
Problem Solving Practice: GMAT Try-it-Yourself
View the full video here on Udemy. Got a pencil and paper handy? Try to solve this sample GMAT Math question from the Problem Solving section. Don't worry, you won't be alone on this GMAT practice question. We have Manhattan GMAT instructor Jonathan Schneider here to guide you through as quickly and efficiently as possible. And he knows what he's...
The Road to Business School: MBA Admissions Panel
The Road to Business School is the premier forum to meet-and-greet with admissions officers and get an edge in your application. In 2010, "The Road" brought over 20 top business schools to seven cities for open networking sessions, admissions panels, and GMAT breakout sessions. In this MBA Admissions Panel, we hear from admissions representatives f...
Getting Into Kellogg School of Management: The Kellogg School of Management Ultimate Application Guide
With so many quality colleges in Chicago, MBA Podcaster takes you to Evanston, IL to get a behind-the-scenes view of one of the most prominent business schools in the world: Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management. Join Linda Abraham, founder and president of Accepted.com, as she provides expert application advice specifc to Kellogg. Linda sha...
10 Steps to Getting into a Top MBA: The Steps Every MBA Applicant Should Take
You're planning to apply to business school but do you have a plan for applying? In this video from MBA PodTV, special guests, Tyler Cormney and Chris Aitken, co-founders of MBA Prep School share a complete work plan and application strategy for applying to business school -- from researching schools and writing your essays to acing your MBA interv...
Nailing Your Application Essays: How to Tackle Your Essays and Showcase Your Leadership Potential
"The admissions committee is looking for the Wizard of Oz combination: you have to have brains, you have to have heart, and you have to have courage," says Betsy Massar of Master Admissions. Unlike your test scores, transcripts, or recommendation letters, your essays are the one component of your application package that you can have 100% control o...
One-Minute MBA Video Series: Summary of All One-Minute Videos
Navigating the business school application process can be complicated and tedious. Do you wish you could personally interview the admissions committee of your top school choices and ask them your pressing questions? Now, with our One-Minute MBA video series you can! We put deans and admissions directors on the spot to answer your application questi...
UCLA Anderson School of Management: One-Minute MBA Series
A beautiful southern California location, award-winning faculty, top facilities, and successful alumni: discover the top-tier UCLA Anderson School of Business. Meet Director of Financial Aid, Ji Choi, and Associate Directors, Jessica Chung, Adrian Aguirre, and Craig Hubbell, who will provide helpful insight into the MBA program's admissions proce...
MBA Podcaster Day in the Life Series: The Lisbon MBA:
A Day in the Life of The Lisbon MBA brings together deans, directors, professors, and students of the new Lisbon MBA program to discuss what their MBA program has to offer. The unique program is an MBA joint-venture between MIT Sloan School of Management, Nova School of Business and Economics and Catolica-Lisbon. Join Lisbon MBA students from aroun...
China Europe International Business School (CEIBS): One-Minute MBA Series
Considering an international MBA program? CEIBS, the China Europe International Business School, could be your perfect fit. Hear from Associate Dean and Academic MBA Director, Lynda Price, as she breaks down the program and its application process. What makes up a strong CEIBS applicant? Price details how to address your future career goals, and th...
Bentley University, McCallum Graduate School of Business: One-Minute MBA Series
Meet Sharon Hill, the Admissions Director of Bentley University's McCallum Graduate School of Business, who will walk you through how your profile matches that of their MBA program. Watch as she navigates the ins and outs of the program to bring you insider advice on their admissions process, from interview do's and dont's, to specific essay pointe...
William and Mary, Mason School of Business: One-Minute MBA Series
The College of William and Mary's Mason School of Business, located on Virginia's historic banks of the James River, embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of American business while training global leaders. Hear from Amanda Barth, Director of Admissions, who addresses key applicant questions and concerns. Barth fields questions like: - Who to ask for...
MIP Politecnico di Milano School of Management: One-Minute MBA Series
The Politecnico di Milano School of Management, MIP, offers a range of programs for those considering international business schools. Greta Maiocchi, the Head of the MBA Unit, paints a picture of the ideal MBA applicant, by addressing exactly what their admissions representatives are looking for. Maiocchi advises applicants on the importance of the...
Getting Into ESMT Business School:
For MBA applicants seeking business schools in Europe, many are turning to ESMT European School of Management and Technology, located in Berlin, Germany. With the largest economy in Europe, Germany provides an ideal setting for students to become familiar with successful international companies. Such companies founded ESMT in 2002, which accoun...
USC Marshall School of Business: One-Minute MBA Series
The MBA Podcaster's One-Minute MBA Series brings you an informative and insightful videocast from the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business . With the stop clock ticking, we ask Kellee Scott and Sheryl Schreiber, the Senior Associate Directors of USC's MBA Admissions, pressing questions to aid you in your application proc...
Getting into NYU Stern School of Business:
Check out our sneak preview of "Getting into NYU Stern School of Business." MBA PodTV host Dilini Fernando takes you behind-the-scenes of NYU Stern School of Business. Learn about NYU Stern's curriculum and specializations. Meet current students and alumni. Get application tips and strategies directly from NYU Stern's Executive Director of Admissi...
WPI School of Business: One-Minute MBA Series
This One-Minute MBA Series features the Worcester Polytechnic Institute's School of Business which prides itself on fostering entrepreneurial leaders with solid skills in both business and technology. We speak with Admissions Director Allyssa Bates, and David Price and Ia Hagan, who provide insight into the MBA program, and who more importantly, a...
FIA Business School: One-Minute MBA Series
Considering an international MBA program? Explore the University of São Paulo's Fundação Instituto de Administração (FIA), one of the pioneering programs in Latin America. FIA's Dean, Professor James Wright, discusses how their top-tier program distinguishes itself from other international programs. Wright address the difference between their...
UBC Sauder School of Business: One-Minute MBA Series
The University of British Colombia's Sauder School of Business offers a range of MBA programs that could be just right for you. This One-Minute series interview's the school's Associate Director, Arthur Redillas, and Admissions & Recruitment Managers, Shane Moore and Jennifer Ferguson, who provide credible insight into their MBA program and its...
Inspiration and Opportunity for MBA Applicants: Perspectives of MBA Women Alumnae
MBA Podcaster host Mia Saini brings special coverage of a Forte Foundation MBA Alumnae Panel from top MBA programs held in Washington DC. The Forte Foundation hosts Forte Forum events that provide opportunities for potential MBA students to learn about business schools and MBA careers. Learn from these veteran MBAs as they field questions from curr...
Getting Into ESADE Business School: The ESADE MBA
Study for your MBA on the shores of the Mediterranean in one of the world’s top-ranked business schools. With over 50 years experience shaping business leaders and a heavy focus on entrepreneurship, innovation and CSR, it’s no wonder students from over 45 nationalities come as far as Barcelona to study at ESADE. The flexible MBA program allows...
GMAT vs GRE: Which Test Should You Take For Your MBA Application?
The GRE is the buzz word around business schools. It's a growing trend among top MBA programs to accept the GRE in addition to the GMAT. Just to name a few: Harvard Business School, Stanford, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, and Columbia. In this show, you'll find out the key differences between the two tests and learn about the upcoming changes to the GRE in...
Getting Into MIT Sloan: Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management
Check out our sneak preview of "Getting into MIT Sloan School of Management." Join us on a trip to Cambridge, Massachusetts to MIT Sloan School of Management. Find out what qualities MIT Sloan looks for in candidates from Director of Admissions Rod Garcia. Meet some fellow "Sloanies" and learn about their experiences on campus. This guide to gettin...
Getting Into Wharton: The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Go behind-the-scenes to The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in this episode of MBA PodTV! With the help of Kofi Kankam--a Wharton MBA alum and director of Admit Advantage, a global MBA admissions consulting company--you'll discover the key characteristics Wharton looks for in candidates and what makes or breaks a Wharton Business S...
Getting Into Chicago Booth: The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
In this episode of MBA PodTV, host Dilini Fernando takes you to her home turf: The University of Chicago Booth School of Business! Dilini is a 2nd year student and has insights into the program you won't want to miss. You'll also get expert admissions advice from Graham Richmond, CEO and co-founder of Clear Admit. Find out about Chicago's flexible...
Stanford GSB: Acing The Stanford Essays and Recommendations
Each year the Stanford Graduate School of Business has the hard job of deciphering who--among the 7500+ applicants--deserves a spot in their next incoming class of roughly 370. With such high stakes, you'll want expert advice on how to present yourself at your very best. In this episode of MBA PodTV, we've brought on Linda Abraham, founder & pr...
Getting Into INSEAD: The Business School for the World
The INSEAD MBA may be on your radar if you're looking at an international career. It offers its students a chance to study on three continents--Europe, Asia, and North America--while providing access to global recruiters and classmates from nearly every corner of the planet. With the help of Graham Richmond--CEO of the leading business school admis...
MBA Tour: Making the Most of MBA Tours, Fairs and Forums
Wondering what happens at an MBA Fair or Tour? Now is your chance to get a behind-the-scenes view of how the tours work, what school reps are looking for when they meet potential applicants and how to make the most of your time. Guests feature the CEO of The MBA Tour, admissions reps from various business schools and current applicants....
Forte Foundation MBA Admissions Panel: Business School Admission Directors Share Their Insight With Applicants
MBA Podcaster host Mia Saini brings you special coverage of a Forte Foundation MBA Admissions Panel with admissions directors from top MBA programs. The Forte Foundation hosts Forte Forum events that provide opportunities for potential MBA students to learn about business schools and MBA careers. Topics of this admissions panel include recommendati...
Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton: Navigating the Business School Trilogy
Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and The Wharton School are arguably the most prestigious business schools in the country. Every year thousands of applicants target these three programs. With the help of Graham Richmond -- CEO of the leading business school admissions consulting company 'Clear Admit' -- and MBA PodTV h...
Mastering the GMAT Verbal Section: Strategies to Ace the Verbal Section
MBA PodTV host Mia Saini gathers helpful strategies on mastering the Verbal Section of the GMAT with two GMAT gurus from Manhattan GMAT. Find out how you can reach those high GMAT Verbal Scores by using techniques in clock management and nailing down grammar rules. Get several GMAT tips on tackling each of the types of problems including GMAT Readi...
Mastering GMAT Math: Quantitative Section
MBA Podcaster host Mia Saini digs up strategies on how to master the Quantitative Section on the GMAT exam from two GMAT masters from Manhattan GMAT. Find out how to pick up those extra GMAT math points by using the "rephrasing" technique, identifying problem types, and knowing when to give up and move on. Also, hear what an MBA admissions director...
Access MBA Panel: How to be admitted to a Top MBA program
Our very own MBA PodTV host Mia Saini moderates an admissions panel on "How to be admitted to a Top MBA" at Access MBA in New York. Mia investigates those topics swimming around in your head on MBA admissions. Learn the value add of an MBA, the best time to apply, and the biggest mistakes candidates make when writing essays, studying for the GMAT,...
Getting Into The Stanford Graduate School of Business: MBA Podcaster takes you on a journey to the Silicon Valley & Stanford GSB
MBA Podcaster host Bob O'Keefe takes you on a journey to the Silicon Valley to Stanford Graduate School of Business. With an acceptance rate less than 10%, Stanford is considered one of the most selective business schools when it comes to choosing candidates. Bob sits down with Linda Abraham of Accepted.com to find out what Stanford is looking for...
Getting Into Harvard Business School: MBA PodTV's Guide To Applying To & Attending HBS
MBA PodTV host Mia Saini takes you to her stomping ground, Harvard Business School. Mia draws from her own experiences of applying to and getting into HBS. She also gets advice from current HBS students, an HBS admissions board member and an admissions consultant. Learn about the HBS curriculum, the case method, and tips on preparing your applicati...
Conquering the GMAT: Study Tips for Tackling the Test
MBA Podcaster host Mia Saini hunts down great GMAT tips and GMAT preparation ideas from Manhattan GMAT. Discover how much you can improve from your first GMAT practice test, as well as what to do the night before and the day of the GMAT exam. Learn about GMAT's computer adaptive method from a GMAC rep (Graduate Management Admission Council) and fin...
