In our first episode of The mbaMission Podcast for 2025, mbaMission’s Harold Simansky, Jeremy Shinewald, and Jessica Shklar share their takeaways from the 2024 MBA application season and make predictions for the upcoming application season. They discuss such topics as macro trends related to the economy, the impact of AI on business school admissions, and trends in GMAT scoring.
Harold: What’s happening next year? We’re seeing admissions officers striving to stay ahead of applicants who are increasingly using AI. There’s a rise in video questions and interviews. After spending hours on applications, what should candidates do if they’re feeling overwhelmed?
Jessica: International applicants will also face challenges regarding the country’s job landscape post graduation. Amidst recessionary times, business school becomes a refuge for many, as people opt to further their education while waiting for hiring to pick up.
Harold: Remember, up to 100 seats in your class have been taken for two years now.
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