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Building An Extraordinary Resume With Extracurricular Activities
To earn an offer of admission from an M7 MBA program, your application needs to shine in every aspect. Beyond academic prowess and stellar GMAT scores, extracurricular activities play a crucial role in painting a comprehensive picture of your potential as a future business leader. In this blog post, we explain the importance of extracurricular activities and provide advice on how to improve your odds by building an elite resume.
Answering MBA Essay Prompts Within The Recommended Word Count
In a world where information is abundant, knowing how to condense your thoughts succinctly and meaningfully has never been more crucial. When it comes to MBA applications, many applicants often mistake the essay section as a space to compress their life's achievements, missing the true essence of the task. What admissions committees are genuinely seeking is clarity, precision, and above all, relevance. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the art of delivering impactful essays by merely addressing the prompt within the suggested word count.
Kim Kardashian at Harvard Business School: Lessons from the SKIMS Case
When Kim Kardashian visited Harvard Business School to discuss the SKIMS case, it wasn’t just celebrity news – it was a lesson in branding, resilience, and leadership. Here’s what MBA applicants can learn from how SKIMS went from pop culture buzz to a multi-billion-dollar case study.
After McKinsey SkillBridge: When an MBA Makes Sense for Veterans
McKinsey’s SkillBridge fellowship helps veterans step into consulting. For some, that’s enough. For others, the next step is an MBA. In this post, we explain why some McKinsey SkillBridge alumni pursue business school, how this compares to Bain and BCG, and how to frame your experience for MBA admissions.
645 is the New 700: Understanding the GMAT Focus Edition
The GMAT Focus Edition, introduced in late 2023, marks a significant shift in how prospective MBA students are assessed. With changes to the exam's format, content, and scoring system, the traditional benchmarks of success have evolved. As business schools and test-takers adjust to these new standards, understanding how to interpret your scores is crucial. This article explores why "645 is the new 700" and how you can leverage this knowledge in your MBA application journey.
Navigating MBA Application Pitfalls: A Guide by M7 Admissions
Embarking on the journey to earn an MBA from a top business school is an exciting career inflection point. However, the path to securing a place these elite institutions is fraught with potential missteps. At M7A, we understand the intricacies of the business school application process from start to finish. In this blog post, we discuss seven common mistakes applicants make and offer expert advice to sidestep them and maximize your odds of success.
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