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Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
Idioma: | Inglés |
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New Dehli :
Pearson Education, Dorling Kindersley,
©2008.
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Edición: | 2nd ed. |
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Acceso en línea: | Texto completo (Requiere registro previo con correo institucional) |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- Cover
- Disclaimer
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Chapter 1: Why an MBA Degree?
- What's Your Reason?
- A Top MBA Programme: What to Expect?
- Brand Value Recognition
- Alumni Network
- Career Choices
- Finest Education
- Higher Pay
- Job Prospects After MBA
- Do You Really Need it?
- Chapter 2: The MBA Programmes
- Full-time MBA in the Us or Canada
- Full-time MBA in Europe
- Part-time MBA
- Executive MBA
- Specialized MBA
- Online MBA
- Chapter 3: Choosing the School
- Know Your Expectations
- Researching the Programmes
- Brand Recognition and Reputation
- Class Size
- Location
- Infrastructure
- Design of Programme
- University Advantage
- Joint Degrees
- International Scope
- Curriculum
- Learning Experience
- Faculty
- Students
- Alumni
- Staff
- The Importance of 'Fit'
- How Many Applications to Send?
- The Points to Remember While Making the Decision
- Recommended Readings for Further Information
- Recommended Web Sites
- Discussion Forums
- Student Blogs
- Chapter 4: Business School Rankings
- Rankings: What Do they Really Mean?
- U.S. News & World Report Ranking (2008)
- BusinessWeek Ranking (2006)
- Financial Times Ranking (2007)
- Wall Street Journal Ranking (2006)
- Forbes Ranking (2005)
- Understanding the System of Rankings
- Do Your Own Research
- Reputation
- Alumni Presence
- Faculty and Curriculum
- Teaching Method and Learning Environment
- Class Composition
- 'Selectivity' and 'Yield'
- Determine the Best School for Yourself
- Chapter 5: The Basics: Application and Admission Procedure
- The Application Cycles
- The Application: Requirements and Evaluation
- The Decision on Admissions by the Schools
- The Admission Decision-makers
- Process of Shortlisting
- Criteria for Making the Decision
- The Cost Analysis.
- Chapter 6: ManagingTimelines
- Set the Ball Rolling (March-May)
- Where and When to Apply (June-August)
- Preparing the Application (September-March)
- After Finishing the Applications (November-March)
- Your Final Decision (January-May)
- Chapter 7: Present Yourself: Understand the Principles
- Expectations of the Admissions Committee
- Harvard Business School
- Academic Abilities
- Leadership Experience
- Personal Qualities and Characteristics
- Stanford Graduate School of Business
- Demonstrated Leadership Potential
- Strong Academic Aptitude
- Breadth of Perspectives Among Students
- The Wharton School
- Academic Profile
- Professional Development and Goals
- Presentation and Timing
- Personal Qualities and Leadership
- The Evidence Considered for Admissions
- The Graduate/Undergraduate Degree Records
- The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
- The Scores and Their Analysis
- Why Do Schools Use the GMAT?
- How to Register for the GMAT
- Change in the GMAT Administration from 1 January 2006
- GMAT Preparation
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Extracurricular Activities-The Other Side of You
- Work Experience
- Community Service and Other Community Activities
- An Effective Résumé-All of 'You' in One Glance
- Commonly Used Decision Criteria
- Résumé Sample 1-Unstructured Format
- Résumé Sample 2-Structured Format
- Chapter 8: Ten Commandments of a B-School Application
- One-Develop Substance in Your Application
- Two-Build on Your Strengths and Address Your Weaknesses
- Three-Address the 'Fit' Quotient to Build Support
- Four-Position Yourself Well
- Five-Understand the School
- Six-Maintain Your Perspective
- Seven-Develop a Coherent Picture
- Eight-Stand Out from the Crowd
- Nine-be Concise
- Ten-Always Use a Checklist
- Summary
- Chapter 9: Essays: Dos and Don'ts.
- The Content of Your Essay
- Write Outstanding Essays
- A Few Must-haves
- Common Essay Questions: Dos and Don'ts
- Chapter 10: Recommendations: Reinforcing You and Your Application
- Whom to approach?
- How to Approach Your Recommenders?
- What Constitutes a Good Recommendation?
- An Example of a Recommendation
- Points to Remember
- Chapter 11: Ace Your Interview
- Purposes of Holding the Interview
- Benefits of the Interview
- Preparing for the Interview
- Mental Preparation
- Physical Preparation
- The Interview
- Things to Look Out for
- What Type is Yours?
- Panel Interviews
- Group Discussions
- Dealing with Interviewers
- Too Friendly
- Too Talkative
- Too Deviative
- Too Interruptive
- Too Occupied (Similar to a Person Going Off-track)
- Too Personal (Vindictive)
- To-dos When the Interview Gets Over
- General Interviews (Kellogg)
- Information from Kellogg's Web Site
- Alumni Interviews
- On-Campus Interviews
- Summary of Kellogg's Interview's FAQ
- Analysis of the Kellogg Type of Interview
- Things to Keep in Mind
- General Interview Questions
- Run-through Interview (with Time Constraints)
- University Education
- Work Experience
- Career Goals
- Personal Qualities
- Leadership
- Situational Questions
- Other Typical Questions
- Specific Focus Interviews (Harvard)
- Chapter 12: Expect the Unexpected: Common Problems
- Waitlisted
- Rejected? Read On...
- Appealing a Rejection
- The Other Options
- Key Points
- Chapter 13: Accepting the Acceptance
- Quit Your Job, Take a Deep Breath and Relax
- The Necessary Evils
- Academic Preparation-Avoid the Shock
- Plan Your Travel
- Emigration Clearance
- Chapter 14: Financing Your Studies
- Various Sources of Funds
- International Avenues
- Domestic Resources
- Financial Preparation for the Visa Process
- Myths About the Visa Process.
- Key Points Related to Financial Resources towards Your MBA
- Some Trusts that Provide Financial Aid
- Chapter 15: Get Going with the Visa
- General Information about Visas
- General Visa Requirements for Most Countries
- Visa Procedures in the Us
- Types of Student Visas
- F-1 (Student Visa)
- J-1 (Exchange Visitor)
- Applying for a Student or Exchange Visitor Visa-Sevis Requirements
- Sevis
- Plan Ahead
- The Top of the Mind Instructions
- Arriving and Studying in the US (Immigration Clearance)
- Plan Your Arrival
- Always Hand-carry Your Documents
- Complete Your Paperwork
- At the Port-of-Entry
- Additional Information on Secondary Inspection Requirements
- On Arrival at the College or University in the US
- The US Visa Application Process in India
- Visa Refusal
- Legalities to be Observed by the Student in the US on a Student Visa
- Visa to Study in Canada
- A Study Permit
- Application for a Study Permit
- Documents Needed to Apply for a Study Permit
- Proof of Acceptance
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Financial Support
- Letter of Explanation
- After You Apply-The Status of Your Application
- Arriving in Canada
- Understanding Your Study Permit
- Exiting and Re-entering Canada
- Changing Conditions or Renewing Your Study Permit
- Applying for a New Temporary Resident Visa (if needed)
- Work Opportunities for Foreign Students
- Working on Campus
- Working Off-campus
- Co-op and Internship Programmes
- Post-graduation Work Permits
- Work Permits for Students at Private Institutions
- Work Permit for Your Spouse or Common-law Partner
- Summary of Documents to be Submitted for the Study Permit
- Visa Procedure in the UK
- Applying for the Visa
- Work Permit
- Pre-MBA Visits to the UK
- Other Important Aspects to Remember
- Student Visa Application Procedure for Indian Students.
- The Schengen Visa (for European Union Member Countries)
- Visa Requirements for France
- Application for Long-Stay Visa (for a Period of More Than Three Months)
- The Required Documents-a General Summary
- The Common Mistakes
- Chapter 16: Women in B-Schools: A Perspective
- Shruthi Raghavan, Harvard Business School, MBA Class of 2007
- Appendix
- Bibliography.