TL;DR ISB accepts both GMAT and GRE with no published preference, no separate evaluation criteria, and no penalty for GRE applicants. The test gets you into the evaluation process. After that, your work experience, academic background, and clarity of goals determine the outcome. GRE for ISB is a legitimate strategic choice, not a fallback. 327ISB […]
TL;DR: Arithmetic accounts for approximately 50% of the GRE Quant section. It covers four main areas: Number Theory, Ratios, Percentages, and Application-based topics (Profit/Loss, Time/Distance, Time/Work). This guide covers all four areas with worked examples and eight interactive practice questions you can attempt before seeing the solution. GRE Arithmetic is not advanced mathematics. Every topic […]
TL;DR: There is no single ideal ISB profile. The Class of 2026 included 826 students from backgrounds ranging from space scientists to army officers to dentists. What they shared: 2+ years of work experience (average 4 years), a competitive GMAT Focus score (average 669, range 555–765), strong academics, and a clear story about why the […]
TL;DR: Securing a consulting job with an MBA in 2026 requires more than just getting into a good school. You need to start recruiting in your first semester, crack a structured case interview process, and understand how the MBB landscape has shifted — particularly with firms now prioritizing AI-fluent talent over generalist MBA candidates. Landing […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Table of Contents Introduction What is a Consulting Job and Why are MBAs preferred? Consulting vs. Other MBA Career Paths: Is It Right for You? How an MBA Can Be Your Golden Ticket to Consulting Breaking Into […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ module_id=”intro”] Table of Contents Introduction The Importance of Continuous Learning in Management TED Talks as a Resource for Aspiring Managers Why TED Talks Are Essential for Management Aspirants Using TED Talks at Different Career Stages Critical Evaluation Recommended […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_orientation=”justified” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] You have completed your GMAT, done with your applications, and now you are preparing for the interview rounds. One question you may be asked is, “How would you describe yourself with examples?” You have several options to answer this question, […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}”] Are you a college student who is in the pre-final or final year of the undergraduate or postgraduate degree course looking to pursue an MBA? If you think that you need to gain several years of work experience before you apply to ISB’s […]
The outcome: Suyog Shriram Pathak (Chartered Accountant, Senior Audit Consultant at Ernst & Young Dubai, and founder of a bootstrapped start-up) secured admission to the ISB PGP Pro program and received a ₹5 lakh scholarship. This is how he did it. Name Suyog Shriram Pathak Background Chartered Accountant Work experience 5 years, EY Dubai (External […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] If you aim to secure admissions in the IIM Ahmedabad PGPX program for 2020-21 but require help in the application essays, then you are in the right place. In this blog, we will help you tackle the application essay questions and ensure that […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] If you are looking to take MBA admissions for the IIM Bangalore EPGP program, we will help you craft the winning essays. All you have to do is, read this blog entirely and use our actionable tips. IIM-Bangalore’s EPGP program is a one-year […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] If you have been looking to apply to Indian business schools, you would have definitely come across the name – Indian Institute of Management, also known as IIM. In this article, we will be discussing the PGPEX course at IIM-Calcutta, and we will […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] If you are planning to apply at Schulich School of Business in 2020-21 but are worried about writing the application essays, you have come to the right place. In this blog, we will explain to you in detail how you can tackle Schulich’s […]
TL;DR: ISB PGP has 2 mandatory essays (400 words each) and 1 optional essay (250 words) for the 2025-26 cycle (Class of 2027). Essay 1 asks about experiences that shaped your leadership. Essay 2 asks about intellectual experiences that led you to pursue an MBA. The optional essay asks about your worldview and community contribution. […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”] Welcome to this article in which I’m going to talk about the Harvard Business School MBA program, and its application essay. Firstly, with Harvard Business School, brand credentials are really gold plated. When you […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Growing up, did you have cousins who went to study abroad? It could have even been your siblings. And now you must be reading this blog post to understand how you can do your master’s abroad, right? Everyone has a different reason to […]
TL;DR: An MS in Management Information Systems bridges IT and business. It is suited to candidates who want to work at the intersection of technology and strategy rather than in pure engineering or pure management. The median salary for computer and information systems managers in the US was $171,200 (BLS, May 2024). Job growth is […]
TL;DR: The GRE on-screen calculator is a basic 4-function tool available for all Quant questions. It is slower than mental arithmetic for most GRE problems and is best reserved for multi-step arithmetic with large numbers, decimal operations, and final verification of answers. Over-relying on it costs time and hurts your score. The goal in prep […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Preparing a GRE study plan can be a daunting task, especially if you’re doing it all by yourself. Many Indian students find the GRE quite intimidating because it requires a high level of verbal proficiency in English. So, […]
TL;DR: GRE Quantitative Reasoning tests high-school level math across four topic areas: Arithmetic (40-50%), Algebra (15-20%), Data Analysis (15-20%), and Geometry (10-20%). The section has 27 questions, 47 minutes, and a scoring range of 130-170. A 165 represents the 89th percentile. The four question types are Quantitative Comparison, Multiple Choice (single), Multiple Choice (multiple), and […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size=”25px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] In conversation with Darshana Sivakumar, who got an admit to the ISB Young Leaders Programme! Hi Darshana, first of all congratulations on your admit to the Indian School of Business […]
TL;DR: Mnemonics are memory anchors that link a new word to something you already know, making recall faster and more durable than rote repetition. The three most effective techniques for GRE vocabulary are sound-association mnemonics (linking the word’s pronunciation to a familiar word or image), word-root analysis (learning the Latin/Greek root so one root covers […]
TL;DR: The GRE General Test is available year-round at test centres across India. The fee is INR 22,000 (approx. USD 220). The test runs 1 hour 58 minutes across Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. You need a valid passport for ID at Indian test centres. Scores are available in 8-10 days. Book 2-3 […]
After the market crash in 2008, banks stopped offering non-collateral loans very easily, and if they did, the amount offered without collateral was rather low. Other financial institutions saw this as a huge opportunity to build their own business, and started providing non-collateral education loans at high rates of interest. This article provides information […]
TL;DR: The top MIS programs in the US include Carnegie Mellon (Heinz), Indiana University (Kelley), NYU Stern, UC Berkeley, and the University of Maryland. All 10 programs on this list are STEM-designated, meaning international students qualify for a 3-year OPT window. Most programs take 12 to 21 months and expect a GRE score of 315+ […]
TL;DR: GRE Quant Geometry covers four topic areas: Lines and Angles, Polygons (triangles and quadrilaterals), Circles and 3D, and Coordinate Geometry. Together they account for roughly 15-20% of the Quant section (about 3-4 questions per section). This guide covers every tested formula, rule, and concept with worked examples and practice questions for each topic. Geometry […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] (27 questions that all GRE test-takers have and do not know whom to ask!) Here are the list of questions! 1. Why are GRE scores important? 2. Why was the GRE exam created? 3. […]
So the school that we’re going to be looking at in this video is University of Washington’s Foster School of Business. One thing about Foster obviously is the location. Being in Seattle, you have Amazon, you have Microsoft, you have Starbucks, but more importantly Amazon and Microsoft are the two giants of IT. […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Are you wondering, why an entire blog post on Inequalities? Well, as you may have already found out, compared to other question types on the GRE, inequality questions are an especially slippery slope! They have sent many a test-taker tumbling […]
“Communication” is a key skill that top hirers look for in applicants nowadays. GMAC recently conducted a survey of nearly 600 employers and they ranked communications skills, on average, twice as important as managerial skills. Therefore the selection procedure to the top B-schools across the world is designed such that they are able to […]
In a conversation with IIM Lucknow IPMX professor Dr. Anita Goyal about the admissions process, Noida campus, placements and more. 1. What makes the IIM Lucknow IPMX different from other Indian 1 year MBAs? What are the unique aspects/ highlights of the program? We are the only IIM with an exclusive campus […]
TL;DR: Indian students pursue master’s degrees abroad primarily for five concrete reasons: access to research infrastructure and specialised programs not available in India, stronger graduate employment outcomes and global salary premiums, the internship-to-full-time-offer pathway (particularly in the US), the depth of alumni networks at top international universities, and the credential signal that an international degree […]
If you are planning an MS abroad, an additional requirement apart from the GRE will be an English Language Test. The most popular ones are the IELTS and TOEFL. Understand that both TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and the IELTS (International English Language Testing Services) are intended for students planning to […]
When it comes to ISB (and more generally MBA) admissions, getting an interview short-list is only the first step. While there is no guaranteed formula to convert an interview call into an admit, there are a few things that are guaranteed to not get you the admit. In this post, I want to elaborate on […]
This is the month of the year when most of you are thinking, “I have taken the GRE and I have another ten days for the TOEFL. Is it really enough?” You are also asking, “I have prepared for the GRE. Will that help for the TOEFL?” The TOEFL is an acronym for […]
Are you a Late Latif who’s been planning an MBA since the beginning of time, but have got around to booking a date in late November 2013? 🙂 Or are you a GMAT re-taker looking to improve your score? The question that’s foremost in your mind right now would be – can […]
Duke University’s MBA program at the Fuqua School of Business is consistently ranked among the best in the world, recently coming in the 6th position in Business Week Rankings. Boasting of famous alumni including Apple CEO Tim Cook, it is a fiercely competitive school with average GMAT scores touching 700. We got in touch with Fuqua’s […]
Profile fitment simply means whether your profile is apt for the B-school(s) you are applying to. For instance, say you are a 32 year old MBA aspirant with 9+ years of banking experience. Given your age and work experience, what would be a good MBA program for you? The one-year IIMA-PGPX program, where […]
TL;DR: The most damaging ISB application myths are: that you need 700+ GMAT to be considered, that engineers or IT profiles are disadvantaged, that social work is mandatory, that applying in Round 1 gives no advantage, and that the interview is a formality. All of these are false. ISB evaluates holistically and the application errors […]
