*Please note that no client details are ever shared in SBC Scoop or otherwise without complete sign off from client. Guillaume thought he was on-target for MBA admission the first time around. He had very competitive GMAT scores and found a pair of schools that he...

Fit is a crucial aspect to demonstrate in your Kellogg MBA application. The close-knit community values leadership and teamwork. At the same time, diversity in experience, background and thought is valued among the developing leaders of Kellogg. Doing your research on the programs, activities, clubs,...

Today’s MBA graduates have entered a job market that looks several shades brighter than when they entered business school just two years ago.The latest research by the MBA Career Services Council shows a majority of schools reported an increase in on-campus activity for full-time positions...

Since the arrival of Dean Nohria in July 2010, Harvard Business School has implemented numerous curriculum and program updates. In fact, according to John Byrne, Poets & Quants editor-in-chief, “[Nohria] has done in two years what it would take most deans 10 years to do.”...

Dartmouth Tuck 2013 MBA Essay Questions Please respond fully but concisely to the following essay questions. Compose each of your answers offline in separate document files and upload them individually in the appropriate spaces below. Although there is no restriction on the length of your response,...

We gave away a free Kaplan GMAT course to Ram C. Ram will be keeping us up-to-date with his course progress. His review of the program at this point: so far so good! We are confident it will continue to be a success! Accepted: First, can...

2013 Kellogg Application Essay Questions The Kellogg application essays have been released. And there are lots of changes. As with so many schools this season, Kellogg has reduced the total word count. In addition it has changed all its questions significantly, reflecting the leadership of Dean...

Many top-ranked universities are now offering online courses for free to the general public, reports a recent New York Times article, “Universities Reshaping Education on the Web” and a U.S. News article, “More Universities Join Free Online Education Provider.” Coursera, a company that provides online courses...

The Georgetown MBA program at the McDonough School of Business has posted the deadlines and essay questions for the 2012-2013 admissions season. Round 1 Application Deadline: October 15, 2012 Decision Notification: December 15, 2012 Round 2 Application Deadline: January 5, 2013 Decision Notification: March15, 2013 Round 3 Application Deadline: April 1, 2013 Decision Notification: May...

Hello, and welcome back to Stacy Blackman’s B-School Buzz, our regular examination of life in the MBA applicant and student trenches. This week, our featured contributors share the highlights of their MBA experience, the wisdom of asking for feedback, advice for prospective students, and a...