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Break the MBA admissions barrier : making it to the world's best business schools /

Break The MBA Admission Barrier: Making It To The World's Best Business Schools provides a simple yet comprehensive approach to coaching in the workplace. It uses a step-by-step process, and in addition, it explains many of the supporting skills su.

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Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Jain, Mohit
Otros Autores: Harindram, M.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New Dehli : Pearson Education, Dorling Kindersley, ©2008.
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.