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May 27, 2020
B-Schooled Episode #5: Round 1 Kickoff
Memorial Day weekend — which we just wrapped up here in the United States — marks the start of the 2020-2021 MBA application season. In this week’s episode of the B-Schooled podcast we’ll cover: • … →
Posted in B-Schooled Podcast
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Tagged B-Schooled podcast, coronavirus, COVID-19, MBA application, round 1
May 22, 2020
Insider Intel for Chicago Booth Applicants
Starting an MBA in this economic, political, and social climate shows a real strength of character. These students have stepped forward to become change-makers, showing faith in the programs they’ve chosen. But more importantly, they … →
Posted in Chicago Booth Advice
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Tagged advice for applicants, Booth MBA, Chicago Booth School of Business, coronavirus, COVID-19, SBC consultant
May 20, 2020
B-Schooled Episode #4: How Important are Extracurriculars and Community Service
What should you do if you’re light on extracurriculars, volunteer work, and community service? And is it even worth it to try and beef up this aspect of your MBA candidacy during COVID-19 lockdowns … … →
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Tagged B-Schooled podcast, coronavirus, COVID-19, extracurricular activities, mba volunteering, round 1
May 14, 2020
Is Now the Best Time to Apply? Ross School AdCom Director Thinks So
Several elite business schools have extended their Round 3 deadlines to accommodate MBA applicants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This flexibility presents a conundrum for some b-school aspirants, who wonder, is now the best time … →
Posted in Michigan Ross Advice
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Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, Ross School of Business, Round 3, Soojin Kwon
May 12, 2020
B-Schooled Episode #2: Interview with Nick, SBC Client and HBS Class of 2020 Student
You don’t want to miss the second episode of B-Schooled! In it, our host — SBC admissions consultant Erika — has an all-encompassing chat with her former client Nick, who was accepted to both HBS … →
Posted in Application Tips, B-Schooled Podcast
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Tagged advice for applicants from the military, B-Schooled podcast, coronavirus, COVID-19, former SBC client, Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford GSB
May 11, 2020
UNC Kenan-Flagler Launches NC Business Next Program
Many new college graduates will encounter a grim job market due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With that in mind, the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School has introduced a unique program called NC Business Next. This pilot … →
Posted in School News
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Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, MBA for college senior, NC Business Next, UNC Kenan Flagler Business School
May 8, 2020
COVID-19 Won’t Spike MBA Deferrals at Tuck School
Don’t expect to see a raft of MBA deferrals at Tuck School of Business due to the COVID-19 crisis. In a recent update on the Tuck 360 Blog, admissions director Luke Anthony Peña explained why—unlike … →
Posted in School News
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Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, GMAT, GRE, Luke Anthony Pena, Round 4 requirements, Tuck MBA, Tuck School of Business
May 6, 2020
Does Your Digital Body Language Send the Right Message?
“Fresh ideas from the Blacklight” SBC’s Weekly Newsletter for Professionals The coronavirus outbreak has made working from home the new normal for many professionals. That means emails, messaging apps, phone calls, and video chats will … →
Posted in Bigger Picture
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Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, digital body language, Erica Dhawan, Shama Hyder, the Blacklight, Zoom
May 1, 2020
COVID-19 Impact on Wharton MBA Class of 2022
This week, the Wharton School introduced a deferral option for some members of the MBA Class of 2022. In a letter addressed to the class, admissions director Blair Mannix discussed the COVID-19 impact on Wharton … →
Posted in General
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Tagged Blair Mannix, coronavirus, COVID-19, deferred enrollment program, Wharton School
April 29, 2020
HBS Deferral Option, Implications for Future Applicants
Like all educational institutions, Harvard Business School is grappling with how to proceed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. International admits fear that visa issues may affect their ability to start when the term … →
Posted in School News
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Tagged Chad Losee, coronavirus, COVID-19, deferred MBA admissions, Harvard Business School
