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Karen's Business School Blog March 2009 Archive

By Karen Schweitzer, About.com Guide to Business School since 2005

MBA Scholarship Competition

Monday March 30, 2009
Beat The GMAT, a GMAT and MBA community, is hosting an excellent MBA scholarship competition for students who have either finished college or are in their final year of college. ... Read More

5 Tips for Getting Into Your Top Choice MBA Program

Friday March 27, 2009
Although most students choose several schools to apply to, just about every student has their favorite. If you'd like to increase your chances of getting into your MBA program of ... Read More

Interview with PowerScore

Friday March 27, 2009
Unlike some GMAT prep courses, PowerScore GMAT prep courses teach students how to take the GMAT. Instructors break down the test and share exclusive techniques, methodologies, and strategies that can ... Read More

Featured Business School: Thunderbird

Friday March 27, 2009
Thunderbird has what many consider to be one of the best international business programs in the United States. MBA programs are rigorous and focus on international studies and global business. ... Read More

GMAT Prep Discounts

Wednesday March 25, 2009
GMAT prep courses can be expensive, but there are discounts available. Three of the largest and most well known GMAT prep companies in the world (Veritas, Manhattan GMAT, and PowerScore) ... Read More

MBA Admissions Tip #1

Wednesday March 25, 2009
To help prepare About.com readers for the MBA admission process, Yael Redelman-Sidi has agreed to answer a series of questions about MBA admissions. Yael is an experienced MBA admissions consultant ... Read More

Try Online Classes for Free

Tuesday March 24, 2009
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to take a class online, you'll definitely want to take one of the free class demos that business schools and ... Read More

Note Taking Tips for Students

Tuesday March 24, 2009
Taking good notes during a lecture is something every student must master to succeed in school. If you have trouble taking notes or if you are interested in improving your ... Read More

2009 Edublogger Scholarship Contest

Monday March 23, 2009
Edubloggers (students, teachers, administrators, and other bloggers who write about education and education-related topics) are being given the opportunity to win a no-strings attached scholarship. The scholarship contest, which is ... Read More

Where Can I Get an MBA Degree Online?

Monday March 23, 2009
A reader recently submitted this question: I'm considering an online MBA. I'm curious if there is a comprehensive list available of the schools that currently offer online MBA's? The answer is ... Read More

NBMBAA MBA Scholarship Deadline Approaching

Monday March 23, 2009
The National Black MBA Association Inc. awards MBA scholarships of $2,500 to $15,000 to 25 students each year. To be considered for an MBA scholarship, students must write a two-page, ... Read More

Should I Go Back to School?

Friday March 20, 2009
Thinking about going back to school? Deb Peterson, the About.com Guide to Continuing Education, offers a list of Eight Things to Consider Before Deciding to Go Back to School. In ... Read More

Featured Business School: Darden

Friday March 20, 2009
The University of Virginia's Darden School of Business has an incredible faculty and unique offerings that can't be found anywhere else. Darden's MBA program is considered to be one of ... Read More

Should I Earn an Associate Degree?

Thursday March 19, 2009
There are many different reasons to consider earning an associate degree. First off, an associate degree can lead to better job prospects and a higher salary. Second, an associate degree ... Read More

MBA Interview Podcast

Wednesday March 18, 2009
The MBA interview is a very important part of the admissions process and could make or break your chances of getting accepted to business school. If you're wondering how you ... Read More

20 Reasons to Get Your Business Degree Online

Tuesday March 17, 2009
More and more people are choosing to get their business degree online. If you have been trying to decide between a campus-based program and an online program, you don't want ... Read More

33 Million People in the Room

Tuesday March 17, 2009
Looking for a good book on social networking for businesses? Check out 33 Million People in the Room from Juliette Powell. Juliette is a social media whiz. In 33 Million People ... Read More

Free MBA Essay/Resume Evaluation

Monday March 16, 2009
Crafting a quality MBA essay and resume can be extremely difficult, but it is essential that you get it right. The essay and the resume are two very important pieces ... Read More

Sell Your Idea on YouTube - Win a Full MBA Scholarship

Monday March 16, 2009
For the last couple of years, the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) has been running a special 60-second challenge for MBA students. The school has now extended the competition ... Read More

35 Online Resources for Aspiring Managers

Friday March 13, 2009
Interested in becoming a manager? You're going to have to work at it. Fortunately, there are many different resources for aspiring managers online: About Management - About.com's Management site features information ... Read More

Featured Business School: Johnson School of Management

Friday March 13, 2009
The Johnson School of Management at Cornell University offers a unique and challenging academic experience for graduate students. Programs are student focused and offer a reality based education, rather than ... Read More

Barack, Inc - A Great Book for Business Students

Thursday March 12, 2009
In their new book Barack, Inc., Barry Libert and Rick Faulk transform the strategies used in Barack Obama's campaign into lessons that every business can use. The book examines the ... Read More

When Do I Take the GMAT?

Wednesday March 11, 2009
Manhattan GMAT posts GMAT tips in their blog each week. A recent post answered the question: When Do I Take the GMAT? If you are thinking about applying to business school, ... Read More

Amending the FAFSA to Account for Job Loss

Tuesday March 10, 2009
If you received a pink slip recently, you (or your child) may be able to amend your FAFSA get more student aid. Start by contacting your school's financial aid office. ... Read More

Deadline for Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship Approaching

Monday March 9, 2009
Tomorrow is the application deadline for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship. This scholarship program, which awards of up to $50,000 per year for up to six years, is ... Read More

Featured Business School: University of Chicago GSB

Saturday March 7, 2009
The University of Chicago’s Graduate School of Business is consistently ranked among the top business schools in the U.S. Most well known for their analytical and quantitative focus, the University ... Read More

Top Undergraduate Business Programs

Friday March 6, 2009
BusinessWeek released it's annual ranking of top undergraduate business programs last week. Wharton, which has held the number one spot for years, was unseated by the University of Virginia. The ... Read More

Need Help with the GMAT? Try Veritas.

Thursday March 5, 2009
There are several things that separate Veritas Prep from other GMAT prep companies, but the most notable is the quantity of prep that students get. Veritas offers more classroom hours, ... Read More

2009 Beat The GMAT Scholarship Competition

Tuesday March 3, 2009
The fourth annual Beat The GMAT Scholarship Competition is now open to business majors. The competition will be awarding scholarship packages (valued at more than $14,000) to eligible MBA candidates. ... Read More

$1,000 Scholarship for Students of Any Major

Monday March 2, 2009
Abbott & Fenner is awarding a $1,000 scholarship to students of any major. Students between the ages of 16 and 30 are eligible to win. The scholarship deadline is June ... Read More

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