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After accumulating years of experience, I have a developed a number of ideas on how to organize your business school applications calendar. While everyone’s approach will differ slightly, here is an overview I use that has worked well for clients. 1) One MBA application at a time. I recommend... Organizing the MBA Applications Process	4	2 years 31 weeks ago by Stacy_Blackman	2 years 31 weeks ago by NYFINANCEDUDE
im in my first semester at concordia, I have read that mcgill is better than concordia jmsb for a internation student who won't stay montreal after graduated(cause french for me is 100000000x difficult than english) so is it hard to transfer to mcgill? what average gpa do i need, moreover... Help me transfer out of JMSB concordia plz	8	2 years 32 weeks ago by Thanatos	2 years 31 weeks ago by commoditycalendar
1. Chicago 2. Harvard 3. UPenn 4. Northwestern 5. Stanford 6. Duke 7. Michigan 8. Cal 9. Columbia 10. MIT 11. UVA 12. SMU 13. Cornell 14. Dartmouth 15. CMU 16. UNC 17. UCLA 18. NYU 19. IU 20.... 2010 Business Week MBA rankings	25	2 years 31 weeks ago by jrt336	2 years 31 weeks ago by MPG
I am currently a senior MBA student at Sharif University, Iran. I am planning to apply to top PhD programs in business. Here is my background: 1. I don't have any work experience but since I am not applying to a masters program I dont think that would matter (am i right?). 2. I have two... What is my chance of getting into a top-10 B-School?	4	2 years 31 weeks ago by Soheil	2 years 31 weeks ago by Soheil
When thinking about going to business school, getting a foothold in your future job market is obviously a consideration. Would you go to school in Alabama if you were wanting to go to New York? Obviously it would be a detractor. Anyway, DC schools like George Washington have perked my interest.... DC as a finance hub	5	2 years 31 weeks ago by sammyvi	2 years 31 weeks ago by pttp07
Hi all, I will be a first year analyst after graduation and now thinking about taking one of the exams: GMAT or CFA I. For ppl in my position and those who went through it, which exam do you think is better to take first? I am leaning towards GMAT Thanks for... GMAT vs CFA	6	2 years 31 weeks ago by bossman	2 years 31 weeks ago by SHORTmyCDO
I've considered pursuing the Masters of Finance degree for one year following my graduation in the USA for a couple of reasons. 1) It is a much more prestigious school than the school I currently attend in the USA, and if I do well, it would increase my chances of being accepted into a top... LSE for the USA?	18	5 years 3 weeks ago by fibows	2 years 31 weeks ago by wsib1
Does anybody know anything about the MSF program at Suffolk University? I looked on msfhq.com, but there was not very much information about the program. The school is located in downtown Boston and the average GMAT is around 600. Any help would be greatly appreciated especially about placement... MSF at Suffolk University	12	2 years 31 weeks ago by Analyst18	2 years 31 weeks ago by TNA
What schools can I target for an MBA with a 720/730 GMAT and a 3.0 gpa out of Columbia 6 Months RE I banking Will be 2 years as a real estate broker What is recruiting like at a lowered tiered school like georgetown, usc,... Where can i get an mba 720GMAT/ 3.0GPA Columbia	15	2 years 32 weeks ago by MBAhunt	2 years 31 weeks ago by gamenumbers
Hi, Ofcourse you need a good GPA and high GMAT score to get into top business school. Just wondering how much business schools care about what kind of consulting firm you work for? How much does it affect you if its not one of the top tier MBB-esque firm? I just got a couple offers from firms... Consulting Firm Impression on Business School	5	2 years 31 weeks ago by pointassist300	2 years 31 weeks ago by bossman
I am a member of Business Because, but don't really do too much with it. I have it on my MSF twitter and saw an interesting article on the MSc degree. Thought it might be of interest for you guys.... MSF Article on Business Because	6	2 years 31 weeks ago by TNA	2 years 31 weeks ago by TNA
I appreciate that everyone on this forum is obsessed with top US programs - H/S/W etc. But seriously guys, are any of you thinking about China? In 20 (maybe even 10) years time - when all of you hope to reach the pinnacles of your dizzy stellar careers, maybe you'll be regretting studying a... Study finance in China?	17	2 years 33 weeks ago by BusinessBecause	2 years 31 weeks ago by Tsubaki
I'm in the market for a financial calculator (TVM is my main criterion). I'm only a sophomore now taking my first finance-specific concentration courses but I'll be using it as I take more advanced courses as well. I think I'll probably get an HP because right now I have an... Financial Calculators	2	2 years 31 weeks ago by NU2014	2 years 31 weeks ago by Buyside CFA
Hi all, After approximately four years of RE corporate finance, I decided it's time to explore the MBA route. I plan on pursuing the EMBA - at this point in my life I can't justify taking off two full years of work while adding over $100K of debt. I plan on staying with my current... Southern California EMBA Programs	0	2 years 31 weeks ago by LUPitcher32	n/a
... Masters in Energy at Tulane	13	2 years 33 weeks ago by shorttheworld	2 years 31 weeks ago by MSFhopeful
Hey guys, I have a little situation and i would appreciate any comments. I am scared that i am getting too old and not having any job experience yet...i am 23 years old and i still have 5 more semesters to graduate from JMSB (concordia) in finance. I failed to enter this program as i was... I need some serious carreer advice	3	2 years 31 weeks ago by eesgeez	2 years 31 weeks ago by TNA
While Obama is in India - an article surfaced on Bloomberg about US schools being recruited by the Indian government to open branches within its borders. Sounds like a cool opportunity in the medium term. Here's a link to some... US Schools to Open Branches in India	4	2 years 31 weeks ago by sammyvi	2 years 31 weeks ago by shorttheworld
Anybody interested in studying at a diverse school in the UK? Aston business school may be for you. Mohammed Rilwan, of Sri Lanka, recently did a Q&A about his full-time MBA program at Aston. Here's the... Aston Business School in the UK	0	2 years 31 weeks ago by sammyvi	n/a
Currently Attend Villanova University and am enrolled in the business school. I am looking at: UVA, UPenn, Georgetown, UT austin, Cornell aem, and USC. I had a 3.8 in high school, with a significant upward trend junior and senior year got a 4.3 senior year. SAT Math-650, Reading-650, writing-680.... Transfer after first year.	9	2 years 32 weeks ago by thepuh	2 years 32 weeks ago by 2x2Matrix
Hey guys and gals, I am a senior finance student at a non-target state school. I just accepted an offer from a MM investment bank. I have decided that I'm not going to do the GMAT before my IB job. Here is the relevant info: - 3.7 Cumulative GPA, with honors - Leadership in... Senior UG, just received IB offer, need Bschool advice	4	2 years 32 weeks ago by Laizor	2 years 32 weeks ago by monty09
Facing a dilemma I'm not loving banking and I'm not sure if I'll be able to get into buyside so given that I'll probably leave after after my 2 year stint is up, I'll have to go somewhere. I'm thinking of b-school as an option. Yet I heard it's much harder to... Buyside before B-School?	3	2 years 32 weeks ago by banking45	2 years 32 weeks ago by PossumBelly
Hi everyone, is it too late to apply to the harvard MBA program for a college senior? deadlines are april 8, 2010.. any advice is appreciated!... Harvard application	18	3 years 23 weeks ago by buttercup	2 years 32 weeks ago by GoodBread
The first event was such a success that Nyenrode Business Universiteit in the Netherlands is offering another group of high-potential applicants the chance to experience the university and the program firsthand, flights included. The event will run from Friday 19th November to Sunday 21st... 3 Days Left! Register for Expense Paid Visit to Nyenrode Biz School	1	2 years 32 weeks ago by sammyvi	2 years 32 weeks ago by shorttheworld
IMD in Switzerland recently held a trial where they gave their students iPads for the classroom. It went fairly successfully and the school is thinking about expanding the program. The linked article highlights the pros and cons of iPad use in Biz... iPads at Biz Schools	6	2 years 32 weeks ago by sammyvi	2 years 32 weeks ago by International Pymp
Anybody know anything about Syracuse, Hofstra, Bentley or Suffolk MBA...im probably going to do a MBA/MSF (mainly to differentiate myself from the pack)...and i want to make sure i go to the best school i can.. I have been told that Top Hofstra places in BB and def in middle market....and Bentley... Bentley, Suffolk, Syracuse, Hofstra	10	2 years 32 weeks ago by StyleT	2 years 32 weeks ago by happypantsmcgee

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