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Interview Debriefs of MER Students– 2024-25

Posted on February 9, 2026
Business schools have begun rolling out interview invites for Round 2 MBA applicants. If you have already received the interview offer, congratulations. You have crossed a crucial stage. Now it's time to focus on interview preparation. The MBA interview is the final step in your journey to your target school that can significantly impact your…
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Round 2 Applications Submitted. Now What?

Posted on February 9, 2026
If you’re a Round 2 MBA applicant, you have finished submitting your applications. Congratulations on hitting the submit button after months of hard work. Now what? First, pause and acknowledge what you’ve accomplished. This process takes discipline, clarity, and stamina. You’ve earned that moment. Now comes the part many applicants mishandle. That is - What to…
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Your MBA Résumé: More Than an Application Tool

Posted on October 27, 2025
Do you think your MBA résumé is just for admissions? Think again. Most applicants see it as a checklist item, a document needed only to get into business school. But here is what many of my students discovered later: the résumé we built together became a career-long asset that continued to shape their growth well…
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Don’t Underestimate Your Non-Work Experience

Posted on October 16, 2025
One of the most common mistakes I see applicants making is ignoring their non-work experience when preparing their MBA résumés. Many create multi-page résumés filled with professional accomplishments and even routine job responsibilities, but leave little or no mention of their activities outside of work. Your résumé is not just a summary of your career;…
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14 Common Formatting Mistakes I See in MBA Résumés

Posted on September 29, 2025
In MBA applications, your résumé is often the very first document the admissions committee reviews. It is your first introduction to the Ad Com, and the way it looks is as important as what it says. A well-formatted résumé immediately signals professionalism, clarity, and attention to detail. Even strong content can lose its impact if…
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GMAT & GRE Prep Tips from Successful MER Students

Posted on May 30, 2025
Thinking about an MBA but dreading the GMAT or GRE? You are not alone! The first hurdle in your MBA journey is getting that test score out of the way. With Round 1 deadlines less than 4 months away, this is the perfect time to start building your test prep strategy To support applicants through…
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