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Apr 2024

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#221 Excellent Advice for Living (and MB...

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#234 HKUST MBA Program & Admissions Interview with Stephen Shih

The HKUST MBA has been one of Asia's top-ranked MBAs for many years - the Financial Times has ranked it top 25 globally 15 times. But, what is it actually like to study there?Stephen Shih, Associate Dean of MBA Programs at HKUST Business School and a former Partner at Bain & Comp ... Show More

#233 6 Ways to Make Your Application Stick (Repost)

Your MBA application is a "movie preview" of what is to come - a pitch for your candidacy. Imagine an admissions officer reading hundreds of applications. How can you get this gatekeeper to pay attention, remember you, believe you, care about you, and act on your application in a ... Show More

#232 IESE MBA Admissions Insights with Patrik Wallen

What does IESE look for in MBA applicants? How do they evaluate your academic aptitude, post-MBA career goals, leadership potential and fit? In this episode, IESE MBA Admissions Director Patrik Wallen shares candid insights into what makes candidates stand out — and what makes IE ... Show More

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