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In this episode of The mbaMission Podcast, mbaMission Senior Consultant Harold Simansky and Founder Jeremy Shinewald continue their conversation with Shari Hubert, associate dean of admissions at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. The discussion moves beyond essays and interviews to explore the program’s paired principles, leadership model, alumni culture, Durham setting, and broader Duke … Read More  

Shari Hubert, Associate Dean, Admissions at Duke Fuqua, joins The mbaMission Podcast to explain how Fuqua evaluates MBA applicants, from the “25 Random Facts” essay and authentic AI use to academic readiness, recommendations, and finding a community where you can thrive.

In an admissions blog post, Allison Jamison, the assistant dean of admissions at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, noted the importance of keeping things straightforward in the application process. Reflecting this mindset, Fuqua’s demands with respect to application essays are on the minimal side, which most candidates likely appreciate. Applicants must respond to one … Read More  

Which MBA programs are really the best? Harvard Business School, the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School? Or maybe UPenn Wharton, Columbia Business School (CBS), and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College? What about Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, the University of Chicago Booth School of … Read More  

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the health care industry is the largest employer in the United States. As the industry continues to grow, it presents exciting opportunities for individuals who are eager to have a meaningful impact. Health care encompasses a wide array of sectors, including biotechnology, medical devices, diagnostics, big pharma, health technology, … Read More