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Published: March 15, 2022
MBA Career Trends: Entrepreneurship Outcomes at Top Programs
As we noted in Top MBA Program Career Placement Outcomes: Graduates Seeking Employment, many young professionals are interested in pursuing an MBA degree as a way to advance their professional career. In most cases, this involves MBA graduates seeking to land a high paying job post-MBA. But what about the MBA graduates who are not seeking employment? In particular, how about the MBA graduates pursuing entrepreneurship? MBA Graduates Pursuing Entrepreneurship: Starting a Business Many MBA students consider becoming an entrepreneur and MBA programs offer a nice array of entrepreneurial programs to cater to
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Published: March 13, 2022
MBA Career Trends: Consulting Placements at Top U.S. Programs
For many years, MBA graduates have sought to work at leading management consulting firms for the opportunity to provide important strategic advice to business leaders operating large companies. Jobs at leading strategy consulting firms, such as McKinsey, Bain and BCG, are particularly coveted by MBA graduates. In this installment of Top MBA Program Career Placement Outcomes, we take a closer look at the management consulting industry job placement across leading business schools. Class of 2021 MBA Job Placement in the Management Consulting Industry Here is a chart showing the percent total of Class of
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MBA Career Trends: Finance Industry Placements at Top Programs
For many years, MBA graduates have been drawn to careers in the finance industry due to high compensation and the chance to work on high profile deals at an investment bank or invest in the next billion dollar company at a venture capital or private equity firm. In this installment of Top MBA Program Career Placement Outcomes, we take a closer look at the finance industry placement across leading business schools. Key categories include sell-side investment banking jobs, buy-side jobs in investment management, private equity (PE) & venture capital (VC) as well as other finance industry
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MBA Career Trends: Employment Outcomes at Top Programs
Since one of the benefits of going to business school is to help young professionals advance in their career, many MBA applicants (and current MBA students) are interested in seeing the employment outcomes for recent graduates. In response, business schools survey their MBA graduates and issue employment reports which highlight successful MBA job placement outcomes by region, industry and function. It is important to keep in mind that a lot of the information prominently displayed in the MBA employment reports is gathered from the subset of
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MBA Career Trends: U.S. Regional Employment Outcomes
In this edition of our Top MBA Program Career Placement Outcomes series, we take a closer look at trends regarding which U.S. regions dominated post-MBA employment for Class of 2021 MBA graduates. You can also review our first piece, which broke down schools by region and their regional placement. For our analysis, we used the statistics in the official employment reports from 27 full-time MBA programs* based in the United States. In particular, we focused on MBA graduates of these 27 MBA programs who are seeking employment, received
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Published: February 27, 2022
MBA Career Trends: Regional Job Placements at Top U.S. Programs
In this edition of our Top MBA Program Career Placement Outcomes series, we review the data to see to what extent Class of 2021 graduates from leading full-time U.S. MBA programs accepted jobs in their school’s same region. For this analysis, we reviewed the employment reports from 27 full-time MBA programs* based in the U.S. This analysis is focused on graduates of full-time U.S.-based MBA programs who were seeking employment, received an offer, and accepted an offer within three months of graduation. Next, we looked at what region these MBA graduates
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Published: February 15, 2022
The Financial Times 2022 Global MBA Ranking: Wharton Returns on Top
The Financial Times (FT) released its rankings of the 100 best MBA programs for 2022. While COVID kept several schools on the bench last year, a total of 151 schools participated in the 2022 edition. “It’s important to remember that COVID took a toll on the rankings last year, but several programs seem to be making a comeback,” says Graham Richmond, Co-founder of Clear Admit. “For instance, six schools in this year’s top 20 were not a part of last year’s ranking due to COVID abstentions. Wharton even storms back to grab
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Published: February 7, 2022
Four Reasons to Apply to MBA Programs in Round 3
As Round 2 interview invitations and decisions roll out, the Round 3 deadlines of leading MBA programs still glimmer on the horizon, holding chances for redemption, acceptance or even just practice. Conventional wisdom in the MBA admissions world suggests it’s best to avoid the final rounds when applying to top business schools, but sometimes circumstances dictate otherwise. One thing to keep in mind is that all indications suggest that this year could actually be a good one in which to apply in R3. The bump to application volume due to the pandemic is showing signs of fading. A strong job
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Published: January 20, 2022
MIT Sloan 2021 MBA Employment Report: ‘Sloanies’ Are Motivated to Advance and Make an Impact
See coverage of the MIT Sloan employment report for the MBA Class of 2022 here. The MIT Sloan School of Management 2021 MBA employment report is out, and the graduates demonstrate the value of a Sloan degree in the job market. “The outcomes highlight the value of the MIT Sloan MBA, especially in times that call for agile business leaders who solve complex problems with ingenuity,” wrote Susan Brennan, Assistant Dean, MIT Sloan Career Development Office, in the report. Within three months of
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Published: November 21, 2021
The Clear Admit MBA Admissions Podcast Hits Milestone 200th Episode!
The Clear Admit MBA Admissions Podcast has turned 200! That’s right, this week’s episode is the 200th edition of a podcast that was first launched in March of 2018. Needless to say, it has wildly exceeded our expectations. In celebration of such a milestone, we want to share a handful of fun facts and figures from the podcast. IF YOU RECORD IT, THEY WILL COME: Nearly a quarter of million people have tuned into the show over the past 3+ years (from virtually every corner of the planet). REAL HUMANS: Our “WireTaps” episodes, which air each Monday,
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Published: October 31, 2021
MIT Sloan MBA Class of 2023 Reflects a Year of Adaptation
See the MIT Sloan MBA Class of 2024 profile here. The MIT Sloan MBA Class of 2023 profile reflects the school’s efforts to be flexible for students facing the challenges of the pandemic and economic uncertainty. This year the class numbers 450, down from the expanded 484-member class enrolled in the fall of 2020. Sloan credits the diversity of skills and experience of students as critical to the MBA program. Here are some key elements of the profile: MIT Sloan MBA Class Profile: Undergraduate Background Median Undergraduate GPA 3.59 Percent majoring in arts, humanities, social
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Published: October 20, 2021
Ace Your MBA Interview: Clear Admit’s Interview Guides
The MBA interview—the nail-biting, stomach-churning, sleep-robbing component of the MBA application process that ties some applicants up in knots—is upon us. But there’s no reason to fret: not with Clear Admit’s in-depth Interview Guide Series as part of your arsenal. Providing expert advice and insider tips on what to expect and how to prepare, these guides are ready and waiting to help you conquer your jitters and ace your interview. The Clear Admit Interview Guides include first-hand interview accounts submitted by real applicants over the years through our Interview Archive. The Clear Admit team has
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Published: October 12, 2021
Real Humans of the MIT Sloan MBA Class of 2023
Welcome to another edition of Real Humans: MBA Students in which we get to know some new business school students and their journeys through admissions. This time, candidates of the MIT Sloan Class of 2023 share their stories and advice. A total of 450 students joined the MIT Sloan Class of 2023. Women constituted 44% of incoming students. Forty-three percent of students in the class are international and 64 countries are represented. The new class’s median GMAT score landed at 730, and the middle 80 percent range of results spanned from 690 to
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Published: August 25, 2021
Admissions Director Q&A: Dawna Levenson of MIT Sloan
In the latest edition of our Admissions Director Q&A series, the Assistant Dean of Admissions at the MIT Sloan School of Management, Dawna Levenson, joins us to discuss all things MIT. Dawna Levenson, Assistant Dean of Admissions, MIT Sloan School of Management As the leader of the admissions team, Dawna holds responsibility for all recruiting, evaluation, conversion and marketing activities in support of the MBA, Sloan Fellows MBA, Master of Finance (MFin), Master of Business Analytics, and Master of Science in Management Studies programs. Prior to this role, Dawna was the Director of Admissions for
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Real Humans of Mondelēz International: Maria Pia Iriarte, MIT Sloan ’18, Sr. Manager Commercial Finance, Alternative Channels
Maria Pia Iriarte, MIT Sloan MBA ‘18, is passionate about two things: global experiences and food sustainability, making global snacking giant Mondelēz International the ideal company for her. Mondelēz (formerly Kraft), which puts sustainable ingredients at the forefront of its mission, is one of the world’s largest snacks companies. With popular brands like Chips Ahoy!, Oreo, Ritz, Sour Patch Kids, Milka, Nabisco and Cadbury, the Mondelēz brands are as diverse and rich as their consumer base. Operating in approximately 160 countries, it is truly an international company. Maria, a Lima-native, first started working for the
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MBA Essay Insight Events: Join Us On July 28!
We’re sure you’ve already heard that the application essays are a crucial component of the MBA application. So how can you ace this part of the admissions process? Get essay tips straight from admissions representatives at leading business schools during our upcoming MBA Essay Insight Event Series! We had our first two events on July 14th & July 21st and will be hosting one additional free online event – on July 28th @ 12 pm ET – to provide some insider advice to MBA applicants. Each session will start with a 60-minute roundtable panel, hosted by Clear
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What is the Best Business School Laptop for You?
While preparing for business school means connecting with future classmates, figuring out coursework, and brushing up on your writing and quant skills, other necessities—like what kind of computer you’ll need — can be overlooked. A powerful device is necessary to tackle the strenuous MBA curriculum and that’s why we’ve rounded up recommendations from leading MBA programs and highlighted which options you should consider.
For busy students that are on-the-go, portable devices — laptops — are the best alternatives. Yet, these days, laptops come in all flavors, making it overwhelming to determine what mobile work companion is best-suited for your needs. With different screen sizes, operating systems, displays, and much, much more, there are a lot of features a prospective business school student must consider. In the end, it comes down to software requirements and pricing, but not to fear: there’s an option for everyone.
Read on to see what laptop will best match your needs for business school.
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Published: April 21, 2021
Real Humans of Ford: Julia Hawley, MIT Sloan ‘17, Global Strategy Manager
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s degree programs are among the most selective in the world, and its business school is no exception. The MIT Sloan School of Management’s MBA program aspires to develops leaders who make a difference in the world. It is an environment in which innovators come together to solve the most complex problems and bring solutions out into the world to improve today and advance tomorrow. As someone who inspires to be an agent of change, MIT Sloan proved to be the perfect environment for Julia Hawley, MIT Sloan
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Published: March 31, 2021
MBA Student Interview by Juno: Varun From MIT Sloan
The MBA Series is brought to you by Juno, a collective bargaining group for student loans. In this series, we’ll interview MBA students about their paths and decision-making process. The following interview was conducted with Varun from MIT Sloan. Getting into MIT Varun was accepted into his one-year MBA program at MIT Sloan in late 2019, just months before COVID-19 shut down campuses around the world. While he was given the option of deferring acceptance, he was already mentally prepared to begin the program
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Published: March 29, 2021
U.S. News 2022 Business School Rankings: The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2022 Best Business Schools Rankings. Despite a rather tumultuous year in world events, this year’s results in the MBA rankings realm remain largely unchanged. Stanford Graduate School of Business ranked number one this year, no longer sharing the top spot with the Wharton School, which came in second. Stanford boasts the highest reported salary and full-time average undergraduate GPA and GMAT scores combined with the lowest acceptance rate. Chicago Booth remained at number three but is no longer tied with Kellogg, now ranked
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Published: March 21, 2021
MBA Student Interview by Juno: Sebastian Carreno from MIT Sloan
The MBA Series is brought to you by Juno, a collective bargaining group for student loans. In this series, we’ll interview MBA students about their paths and decision-making process. The following interview was conducted with Sebastian Carreno from MIT Sloan. Choosing MIT Sloan After gaining some on-the-job experience in his hometown of Caracas, Venezuela, Sebastian Carreno came to the United States to get his MBA. Completing a degree in a different country comes with its own challenges, but adding the stress and uncertainty of COVID-19 added a whole new layer of
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Published: February 22, 2021
Clear Admit Event: Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs!
Is a Deferred Enrollment MBA Program for you? Full-time MBA programs traditionally require several years of full-time work experience. But deferred enrollment MBA programs allow candidates to apply – and secure a seat in a future class – during their senior years of college. What makes someone a good fit for this kind of program? And what are schools looking for in applicants? Hear directly from five leading programs on these important topics! In this 45-minute panel event, we spoke with representatives from five leading MBA programs to learn about their deferred enrollment opportunities. Specifically, we covered: Program structures
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Published: February 21, 2021
Episode 149: Wire Taps—Special Guest: Reddit r/MBA Moderator
We have a special podcast episode of Wire Taps this week! We are excited to welcome Reddit r/MBA moderator Highlyasian, who joins our hosts Graham Richmond and Alex Brown in dishing out MBA admissions advice. See which profiles from MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire they discuss below, then tune in. The first applicant needs to push for a high GMAT score: An accepted applicant is having trouble choosing between MIT and Wharton: Happy listening! Be sure to post to MBA ApplyWire or MBA DecisionWire if you’d like
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Published: February 14, 2021
Episode 148: Wire Taps—Chicago Booth or MIT Sloan for Tech?
Welcome to another podcast episode of Wire Taps, featuring keen admissions advice from Alex Brown and Graham Richmond. This week, two applicants are looking ahead – one at deferred admissions and the other at next year’s cycle – while an accepted candidate faces a tough choice of where to matriculate this fall. See which profiles from MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire the duo discuss below, then tune in! The first applicant has post-MBA plans in the non-profit sector: Another MBA hopeful is looking at deferred enrollment options: Finally, the third profiled candidate
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Published: February 8, 2021
Real Humans of MIT Sloan’s MBA Class of 2022
New members of the MIT Sloan School of Management join us for this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students. 484 students comprise the MBA Class of 2022 at the Cambridge, Massachusetts, institution. Thirty-eight percent of the new class are women and a third are international. In addition to reporting along federal guidelines, MIT Sloan also employs multi-dimensional reporting so that students who identify as more than one race or ethnicity are represented that way in the class. Based on federal reporting, 8 percent of the class are African American, 18 percent are
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