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Poets&Quants
231 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 23 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsMBA News, Experts, & Handicapping Your MBA Odds With Editor-In-Chief John A. Byrne
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How Business Schools Are Changing The Questions They Ask Applicants
July 02, 2024 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBWe review new MBA application changes at Kellogg and Ross and provide a scoop on a forthcoming change at INSEAD
Harvard Business School's New MBA Application
June 25, 2024 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBHow to answer the three short essays to get into Harvard's MBA program.
Harvard Business School Will Change Its MBA Admission Essay
June 11, 2024 09:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBHBS also sets MBA application deadlines for what will be the Class of 2027
What MBA Admission Officials Are Talking About
June 04, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBJust back from the annual meet-up of the Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants in Europe, Maria Wich-Villa reports on the talk of the conference
Where Fortune 1000 C-Suite Executives Earned Their MBAs
May 28, 2024 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBAs the new 2024-2025 admission seasons begins, we track the early application deadlines and essays, focus in on which MBA programs have the most C-suite exec and who are the top 40-under-40 profs this year
GMAT vs. GRE: Which Test Do Schools Prefer?
May 21, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBWe examine the latest data that shows GRE continuing to gain market share over the GMAT which still remains the dominant entry exam for business schools.
How Much MBAs Are Being Paid These Days
May 15, 2024 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBThe full-time MBA may be mature but the latest starting pay figures show they are much in demand. Plus a look at whether standardized testing will make a big return
How To Choose The Right School When You Have Multiple Offers
April 30, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBWe discuss the pros and cons of having multiple offers and making a big and important decision on where to go.
Stanford's New MBA Admissions Chief + MBA Acceptance Rates
April 23, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBWhat changes will Stanford's Erin Nixon bring to MBA admissions and a look at the higher acceptance rates at the top business schools
Biggest Trends In Business Education Right Now
April 09, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the most important takeaways from Graduate Management Admission Council's newest prospective student report
AI In The Classroom
March 26, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBAn interview with Goizueta Business School Professor Rajiv Garg on his groundbreaking AI study
Applying For A Highly Selective MBA Program Via Deferred Admissions
March 19, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBCritical advice on whether you would be a good candidate to apply under a deferred admissions program
The European Job Market For MBAs
March 05, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBOur analysis of the newest employment reports from INSEAD and London Business School
Who Gets An Admit In The Final Round?
February 27, 2024 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBShould you apply in the final deadline for admission to an MBA program? We explain who is favored and who isn't
The 2024 Financial Times MBA Ranking
February 20, 2024 17:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBWe dissect the key findings and takeaways from this year's global MBA ranking from the Financial Times
Sustainability: Not Another Fad At B-Schools
February 13, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBOur special guest for today's episode is Charlene Zietsma, faculty director of the Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise
What To Expect In Your Harvard MBA Interview
February 05, 2024 03:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss Harvard's admission interviews for MBA candidates, the Leadership Crisis Challenge at Michigan Ross, and LBS' decision to offer a one-year MBA
International Students Reach Records In U.S. MBA programs
January 30, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBSome major business schools in the U. S. have doubled or even tripled the number of international students. Here’s why and what it means
Why Some Class Of 2023 MBAs Still Don't Have Jobs
January 23, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBCaroline, Maria & John discuss the job market for MBA grads and why it has slowed down
MBA Pay: The Impact Of Moving Overseas
January 16, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBMaria, Caroline and John discuss a new study that shows MBAs who move internationally for a job are likely to experience lower pay growth than those who stay put
2024: Predictions & Hopes For Business Education & Life
January 09, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBCaroline, Maria and John peer into the New Year and come up with what they expect and hope for in business education
Year In Review: The Big Trends & Stories In Business Education
December 19, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBAI. Sustainability. The business of health, Declining apps for full-time MBA programs. A tougher job market for Class of 2023 grads. An MBA rankings shakeup. These are some of the trends and stories dissected by Caroline, Maria and John
The Massive Pay Day For Stanford MBAs + The Big Differences Between U.S. & European MBA Programs
December 12, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBFirst year pay for MBA grads now exceeds $275K and the seven differences between European and U.S. MBA experiences
Entrepreneurship In Business Schools
December 05, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBOur interview with Yael Hochberg who heads up the entrepreneurship initiative at Rice University
How Much Student Debt Will Your MBA Cost You?
November 28, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBWe unveil the real numbers, even for business schools that refuse to publicly report that data. You'll be surprised by what we discovered
LinkedIn's First MBA Ranking: How Credible?
November 20, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBOur analysis of the debut MBA ranking from LinkedIn which uses the platform's database to assess the career outcomes of MBA graduates
Suzy Welch On Becoming You
November 14, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBProfessor of Management Practice Suzy Welch discusses her highly popular MBA course at NYU Stern: Becoming You: Crafting the Authentic Career You Want and Need
Indian Students Growing At U.S. Business Schools
November 07, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the increase in Indian students at U.S. business schools and the record number of women now enrolled in U.S. MBA programs
The Future Of The MBA + Our Dean Of The Year
October 10, 2023 22:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBNotre Dame joins Cornell in closing a one-year MBA program. What does it mean? And Berkeley Haas Dean Ann Harrison is our Dean of the Year
Using An MBA To Do A Startup + The New GRE & GMAT
October 03, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss how business schools can take a lot of risk off the table when launching a company and also address the changes in the new GRE and GMAT
What Most Surprised MBA Students In Business School
September 27, 2023 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the 15 biggest surprises of an MBA experience and the surprising fact that some recommenders are using ChatGPT to write their rec letters
Building A More Sustainable World Through Business
September 25, 2023 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBAmerican University's Kogod School of Business is laser-focused on sustainability, infusing it throughout its curricula, programming, and research. During this conversation with John Byrne, Kogod professors Julie Anderson and Danielle Vogel delve into the school's pioneering MS in Sustainability Management (MSSM) program. As companies and organizations place greater emphasis on environmental and social impact, Kogod’s MSSM program provides students with the skills to tackle some of the most...
The Bloomberg Businessweek 2023-2024 MBA Ranking
September 19, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBOur analysis of the latest ranking of the world's top MBA programs from the magazine that has ranked MBA options longer than anyone
Harvard’s New MBA Admissions Chief + The MBA Grads To Watch
September 12, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWill admissions criteria at Harvard Business School change under the new boss? How are this year's MBA grads making a difference?
Countdown To R1: Finessing Your MBA Application Before You Hit Send
September 05, 2023 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBWhat you need to know to make sure you're putting your best foot forward
What To Expect In Your First Year Of Business School
September 05, 2023 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBJoin Evan, Kara, and Nabeel as they discuss what to expect during your first year of business school
Wharton's Class Profile, Kellogg MBA Pay & A Controversy At Harvard
August 22, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the latest headlines, including how Harvard Business School has managed the Francesca Gino affair
Why MBA Degrees Cost So Much
August 02, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBYes, MBA tuition continues to rise to record levels again. Here's why and how to interpret those costs
The Demise Of The MBA + How Schools Are Dealing With The Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Decision
July 25, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the recent column by former GMAC CEO Sangett Chowfla on the greatly exaggerated belief that the MBA is in decline and then tackle how admission officials are changing essay requirements to get at diversity
The World's Most Popular MBA Programs
July 18, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBHere's our list of the most in-demand MBA options in the world with analysis from Caroline, Maria, and John.
The Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Decision
July 11, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the impact of the Supreme Court's striking down of affirmative action programs at American universities
Is A Master's In Management Degree In Your Future?
July 06, 2023 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBThe Master's in Management is the predominant graduate business degree in Europe, and it's gaining in popularity in the U.S. Should you get one?
What’s New In MBA Admissions
June 26, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBMaria, Caroline and John explore what applicants who apply this coming season can expect
The New GRE Exam
June 06, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBWhat you need to know about the newly revamped GRE and how it compares to the new GMAT
Tips for Applying to Business School
May 30, 2023 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBJoin Ryan, Olamide, and Nikhil as they discuss the dos and don’ts of the business school application process. They answer questions, such as when to start your applications, what makes a strong application, and mistakes to avoid when applying.
The Latest MBA Acceptance Rates
May 30, 2023 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBWhy it’s easier to get into the best business schools but surprisingly harder to get into many top second-tier schools
Why Women MBAs Still Make Less Than Men
May 23, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBCaroline, Maria and John discuss the latest Forte Foundation study on the gender gap and why it persists
Making Extras Count In An MBA Application
May 16, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBWhat's the equivalent extracurricular to a 750 GMAT score? What's something that is totally lame and you should leave off your application? Caroline, Maria and John go over what matters and what doesn't when it comes to extras.
Accepted. Now What?
May 03, 2023 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBJoin Pedro, Rachel, and Naomi as they discuss their journeys to MIT Sloan and the differences in expectation vs. reality they experienced at business school. They will also give advice about managing networking, relationships, and classes.
An Autopsy Of The U.S. News MBA Ranking
May 01, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBMaria, Caroline and John take apart the 2023-2024 MBA ranking from U.S. News