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Many MBA applicants know they want to make a change professionally, but far fewer know how to clearly articulate what that change should look like. They might feel ready to take on more responsibility, pivot to a new industry, or enter a different function, but when asked to define their post-MBA goals, they draw a … Read More  

Product management (PM) has become one of the most sought-after post-MBA career paths, yet most applicants associate it only with Silicon Valley. In this episode of The mbaMission Podcast, Managing Director Rachel Beck and host Harold Simansky dig into what PM really is, why earning an MBA is a strategic entry point, and which business … Read More  

Business school admissions committees ask about your activities outside of work, but what are they really looking for? Although much about the admissions process can be unpredictable, business schools generally have clear expectations for what an applicant’s extracurricular profile should look like and include—and understanding those expectations is key to building a stronger application.

If you want to go to business school but are not coming from a “traditional” background in consulting or finance, you might be worried that you will not be accepted to a top MBA program. Maybe you are a teacher, an athlete, or a journalist. Perhaps you are in the military or have a background … Read More  

Product management is the general business practice within a company that supports and directs all the activities related to planning, developing, marketing, and launching a product. Product managers (PMs) own the product road map, working alongside stakeholders across an organization.  Which Industries Use PMs Tech companies are best known for using PMs for launching new … Read More