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Emory University’s Goizueta Business School requires applicants to respond to three short-answer questions, craft two relatively brief written essays, and record a one-minute “small talk” video essay. Two of the three short-answer questions address common MBA essay topics: one’s short-term professional objectives and how the school can help in achieving them. The third, however, asks … Read More  

If you are considering attending business school to help facilitate a significant career switch, you are not alone! Many MBA students earn their degree to enable some sort of professional change, whether it is related to industry, functional role, or even geography. And essentially everyone who earns their MBA pivots to some extent with their … Read More  

In your first required essay for the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, you need to discuss your immediate post-MBA professional aspirations, then explain to the admissions committee why the Ross MBA program is the best way for you to gain the skills and experiences you need to achieve that career goal and succeed … Read More  

The start of a new year is when many MBA students and graduates reflect on their careers and consider fresh opportunities.  As you think about what is next for you—and how to most effectively get there—check out the following five articles about managing one’s career and job search in 2026.

MBA programs regard military applicants highly because of their leadership experience, discipline, ability to work with a team, and commitment to goals. Admissions committees also know that recruiters view military applicants very positively because of these same attributes. But to make your business school application as compelling as possible, you should be aware of some … Read More