Break the MBA admissions barrier : making it to the world's best business schools / Mohit Jain, M. Harindram

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jain, Mohit.

Contributor:

Harindram, M.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Master of business administration degree.

Business schools--Admission.

Business schools.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1 v.) : ill.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Other Title:

Break the Master of Business Administration admissions barrier

Place of Publication:

New Delhi, India : Pearson, 2007.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

Break The MBA Admission Barrier: Making It To The World's Best Business Schools provides a simple yet comprehensive approach to coaching in the workplace. It uses a step-by-step process, and in addition, it explains many of the supporting skills su

Contents:

Cover

Disclaimer

Contents

Foreword

Preface

Acknowledgements

Chapter 1: Why an MBA Degree?

What's Your Reason?

A Top MBA Programme: What to Expect?

Brand Value Recognition

Alumni Network

Career Choices

Finest Education

Higher Pay

Job Prospects After MBA

Do You Really Need it?

Chapter 2: The MBA Programmes

Full-time MBA in the Us or Canada

Full-time MBA in Europe

Part-time MBA

Executive MBA

Specialized MBA

Online MBA

Chapter 3: Choosing the School

Know Your Expectations

Researching the Programmes

Brand Recognition and Reputation

Class Size

Location

Infrastructure

Design of Programme

University Advantage

Joint Degrees

International Scope

Curriculum

Learning Experience

Faculty

Students

Alumni

Staff

The Importance of 'Fit'

How Many Applications to Send?

The Points to Remember While Making the Decision

Recommended Readings for Further Information

Recommended Web Sites

Discussion Forums

Student Blogs

Chapter 4: Business School Rankings

Rankings: What Do they Really Mean?

U.S. News & World Report Ranking (2008)

BusinessWeek Ranking (2006)

Financial Times Ranking (2007)

Wall Street Journal Ranking (2006)

Forbes Ranking (2005)

Understanding the System of Rankings

Do Your Own Research

Reputation

Alumni Presence

Faculty and Curriculum

Teaching Method and Learning Environment

Class Composition

'Selectivity' and 'Yield'

Determine the Best School for Yourself

Chapter 5: The Basics: Application and Admission Procedure

The Application Cycles

The Application: Requirements and Evaluation

The Decision on Admissions by the Schools

The Admission Decision-makers

Process of Shortlisting

Criteria for Making the Decision

The Cost Analysis.

Chapter 6: ManagingTimelines

Set the Ball Rolling (March-May)

Where and When to Apply (June-August)

Preparing the Application (September-March)

After Finishing the Applications (November-March)

Your Final Decision (January-May)

Chapter 7: Present Yourself: Understand the Principles

Expectations of the Admissions Committee

Harvard Business School

Academic Abilities

Leadership Experience

Personal Qualities and Characteristics

Stanford Graduate School of Business

Demonstrated Leadership Potential

Strong Academic Aptitude

Breadth of Perspectives Among Students

The Wharton School

Academic Profile

Professional Development and Goals

Presentation and Timing

Personal Qualities and Leadership

The Evidence Considered for Admissions

The Graduate/Undergraduate Degree Records

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

The Scores and Their Analysis

Why Do Schools Use the GMAT?

How to Register for the GMAT

Change in the GMAT Administration from 1 January 2006

GMAT Preparation

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

Extracurricular Activities-The Other Side of You

Work Experience

Community Service and Other Community Activities

An Effective Résumé-All of 'You' in One Glance

Commonly Used Decision Criteria

Résumé Sample 1-Unstructured Format

Résumé Sample 2-Structured Format

Chapter 8: Ten Commandments of a B-School Application

One-Develop Substance in Your Application

Two-Build on Your Strengths and Address Your Weaknesses

Three-Address the 'Fit' Quotient to Build Support

Four-Position Yourself Well

Five-Understand the School

Six-Maintain Your Perspective

Seven-Develop a Coherent Picture

Eight-Stand Out from the Crowd

Nine-be Concise

Ten-Always Use a Checklist

Summary

Chapter 9: Essays: Dos and Don'ts.

The Content of Your Essay

Write Outstanding Essays

A Few Must-haves

Common Essay Questions: Dos and Don'ts

Chapter 10: Recommendations: Reinforcing You and Your Application

Whom to approach?

How to Approach Your Recommenders?

What Constitutes a Good Recommendation?

An Example of a Recommendation

Points to Remember

Chapter 11: Ace Your Interview

Purposes of Holding the Interview

Benefits of the Interview

Preparing for the Interview

Mental Preparation

Physical Preparation

The Interview

Things to Look Out for

What Type is Yours?

Panel Interviews

Group Discussions

Dealing with Interviewers

Too Friendly

Too Talkative

Too Deviative

Too Interruptive

Too Occupied (Similar to a Person Going Off-track)

Too Personal (Vindictive)

To-dos When the Interview Gets Over

General Interviews (Kellogg)

Information from Kellogg's Web Site

Alumni Interviews

On-Campus Interviews

Summary of Kellogg's Interview's FAQ

Analysis of the Kellogg Type of Interview

Things to Keep in Mind

General Interview Questions

Run-through Interview (with Time Constraints)

University Education

Career Goals

Personal Qualities

Leadership

Situational Questions

Other Typical Questions

Specific Focus Interviews (Harvard)

Chapter 12: Expect the Unexpected: Common Problems

Waitlisted

Rejected? Read On...

Appealing a Rejection

The Other Options

Key Points

Chapter 13: Accepting the Acceptance

Quit Your Job, Take a Deep Breath and Relax

The Necessary Evils

Academic Preparation-Avoid the Shock

Plan Your Travel

Emigration Clearance

Chapter 14: Financing Your Studies

Various Sources of Funds

International Avenues

Domestic Resources

Financial Preparation for the Visa Process

Myths About the Visa Process.

Key Points Related to Financial Resources towards Your MBA

Some Trusts that Provide Financial Aid

Chapter 15: Get Going with the Visa

General Information about Visas

General Visa Requirements for Most Countries

Visa Procedures in the Us

Types of Student Visas

F-1 (Student Visa)

J-1 (Exchange Visitor)

Applying for a Student or Exchange Visitor Visa-Sevis Requirements

Sevis

Plan Ahead

The Top of the Mind Instructions

Arriving and Studying in the US (Immigration Clearance)

Plan Your Arrival

Always Hand-carry Your Documents

Complete Your Paperwork

At the Port-of-Entry

Additional Information on Secondary Inspection Requirements

On Arrival at the College or University in the US

The US Visa Application Process in India

Visa Refusal

Legalities to be Observed by the Student in the US on a Student Visa

Visa to Study in Canada

A Study Permit

Application for a Study Permit

Documents Needed to Apply for a Study Permit

Proof of Acceptance

Proof of Identity

Proof of Financial Support

Letter of Explanation

After You Apply-The Status of Your Application

Arriving in Canada

Understanding Your Study Permit

Exiting and Re-entering Canada

Changing Conditions or Renewing Your Study Permit

Applying for a New Temporary Resident Visa (if needed)

Work Opportunities for Foreign Students

Working on Campus

Working Off-campus

Co-op and Internship Programmes

Post-graduation Work Permits

Work Permits for Students at Private Institutions

Work Permit for Your Spouse or Common-law Partner

Summary of Documents to be Submitted for the Study Permit

Visa Procedure in the UK

Applying for the Visa

Work Permit

Pre-MBA Visits to the UK

Other Important Aspects to Remember

Student Visa Application Procedure for Indian Students.

The Schengen Visa (for European Union Member Countries)

Visa Requirements for France

Application for Long-Stay Visa (for a Period of More Than Three Months)

The Required Documents-a General Summary

The Common Mistakes

Chapter 16: Women in B-Schools: A Perspective

Shruthi Raghavan, Harvard Business School, MBA Class of 2007

Appendix

Bibliography.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9788131785607

8131785602

9789332500723

933250072X

OCLC:

830533552