Update 02/05: Do's and don'ts of school visits.

Important Forum Discussions That Prospective Applicants Must Read Before Initiating Their BSchool Application Process!

Hello GMATClub,

As new application season is about to begin we would like to present a compilation of important discussion threads which contain the collective knowledge of previous MBA applicants/students. These are handpicked discussion topics to give you broader knowledge of various phrases of MBA application process. If you think we have missed any important discussion, feel free to PM its link to me.

GMAT Club MBA Guide.

First and foremost resource to begin your application process with is GMATClub’s MBA Application Guide. This 142 page guide is aimed at providing complete guidance on every phase of MBA application process. The new edition of this guide also contains a separate section describing key features of world's top 16 Business schools. MBA guide is available to all forum members for free. Registered members can download the guide here.. https://gmatclub.com/forum/new-gmat-clu ... 23494.html

MBA Discussion Threads, Rankings, Deadlines, and Admission Stats.

BSchool rankings can give an overview of the best business schools for an MBA program, although rankings should not be your only decision criteria and other things such as school's reputation, job opportunities in your target industry, tuition, and ROI should also be considered. We have several active discussions on BSchool rankings and mba placements. Here are a few discussions that prospective applicants must read while researching Business schools.

• List of all "Calling all Applicants threads" - 2018 Intake (Class of 2020)!
• Combined Rankings and School Stats of World's Top Business Schools + Top US Programs as per MBA Specialization. Comparison of latest MBA rankings of US News, BusinessWeek, Economist, Forbes, and Financial Times.
  Top International MBA Programs: Rankings, Class Profiles, & Comparison
• Part Time MBA Rankings, Class Profiles, Admission Stats, and Comparison of Top American Part Time MBA Programs
• List of Application Deadlines and Decision Dates of Business Schools
• Admission Stats of All Business Schools
• Global Map of Business Schools - The map shows locations and basic data of world's top 137 Bschools. You can filter out schools by country, rankings, acceptance rate, average GMAT, and employment Rate.
• Proportion of Admits with GRE Scores at leading US BSchools

MBA Placements.

• Latest Placement Stats of Top 25 US Schools + Top Finance, Consulting, Healthcare, and Technology Schools + Industry-wise Salary Figures
• Job prospects of International Students after MBA in US!
• International Students Employed 3 Months after Graduation at Top 50 US Schools
• BSchool Salary and Employment Data!

MBA Application.

• 2018 MBA Letter of Recommendation Questions Compilation
• 11 Week MBA Application Prep - 11 week series of crucial MBA Application content on different elements and stages of an MBA application with real case studies and what went wrong scenarios.
• Low Undergrad GPA Success Stories
• List of resources for writing & editing your resume.
• Comprehensive Re-Applicant Guide
• Guide on Letters of Recommendation
• BEST MBA Application Tips from Elite Alumni and Students
• Did anyone go over their essay word limit?
• Turning Down an Admission Offer

MBA Interview.

• 100+ Interview Debriefs from GMAT Club members - 2018 Intake Applicants
• Collection of Useful Discussions on BSchool Interviews!
• Rhyme's Totally Fallible Guide to Interviewing
• Chances of Getting Admitted After an Interview [Data Crunch]
• Compiled Interview Questions (2016 Edition)
• MBA Interview tips and experiences
• The Hard Part of the MBA Interview - How to Survive It
• JB's Guide to Dressing & Interview Attire

Business Schools + Analysis of Admission Trends at Top Business Schools

• MBA Acceptance Rates at Top 20 Schools - Analysis of GMATClub users who applied to Top20 Bschools between 2013 and 2017.
• Top 20 Bschools: Strengths and Weaknesses
• 2017 Round1 Admission Trends: Impact of GMAT/AGE/Nationality on Acceptance!
• Admission Trends at Top Bschools Over Last 5 Years!
• Admission Chances for U.S. MBA Applicants [Data & Charts]
• MBA Admission Chances for Indian Applicants - Top 50 Analysis

Funding Your Business Education: Discussions on Education Loans and Scholarships

• Financing Your MBA
• Financing your MBA - International Students
• Special Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants at Top Business Schools!
• The International Student Guide to Financing Your MBA

Hiring an Admission Consultant

• Best Admissions Consulting Companies - Real and Verified Consultant Reviews by GMAT Club Members
• What to Expect from an Admissions Consultant
• How to select an MBA consultant + Comparison of Consultation Packages of Leading Consultants

Discussions of Current Business Students/Alumni

• 3 years post MBA - a reflection
• In retrospect... The top 10 mistakes I wish I hadn't made, or things I learned
• 1 - 4 Month Mark: Rants, Raves and War Stories of New MBA Students
• A Typical Busy Day at Business School....
• Things You Wished You Knew About Your School Before Applying

Other

• Phases of MBA Application - A severe review of how it all unveils!
• MBA Applicant Blogs
• Current Student Blogs
• Best MBA Books
• How to Make the Most of a School Visit
• Do's and don'ts of school visits - Applicants Discussion. NEW!
• Best Business school laptops - 2017

Discussions on Current Geo-Political Situation in US and Its Effects on MBA Students

• H-1B Visa changes – A Potential Boon for MBA Applicants
• Drop in International MBA Applications at US Schools - WSJ Report
• Effects of President Trump's Visa Policies on MBA Students

Fun

• Funny Fake MBA Application Essay Questions by Bschools
• Stupidest thing you/interviewer have said in an interview

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Narenn, no one's stepped up and thanked you yet, so . . . this is magisterial! For any of us doing counseling - you make us all look good!

Update 01/06: Collection of Useful Discussions on BSchool Interviews!

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Thank you! Let me know if come across any useful MBA topic that is not part of this collection. I will be happy to add it.
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I bookmarked this post. Really useful and insightful, thanks for taking the time of writing and sharing all these good tips.

Thanks for the comprehensive guide! Find it really useful