MBA Admissions

The MBA Admissions sub-section offers various resources that will help you master the different elements of the MBA applications process, such as financing your studies, essays, CV/resume, recommendations and the admission interview.

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What a Profile Evaluation Is and How It Helps
21 Aug 2025
MBA Admissions

What a Profile Evaluation Is and How It Helps

A profile evaluation is an assessment that analyzes your academic background, test scores, work experience, and personal achievements to determine your competitiveness for MBA or Master’s programs.. This evaluation helps you understand admission standards and identify realistic school choices that match your profile strength. Then, you will be able to more easily craft your application by highlighting your strengths and areas for improvement.
By Iliana Bobova 7 min. read
How to Stand Out When You Apply for an MBA
11 Aug 2025
MBA Admissions

How to Stand Out When You Apply for an MBA

Do you want to stand out as an MBA applicant and business professional? You can achieve this with timely preparation, strong goal setting, and clear reasoning about your purpose for going to business school every step of the way. The key is to build connections with schools before applying, craft authentic application materials, and demonstrate passion through specific career goals that align with each program.
By Zornitsa Licheva 8 min. read
The Acceptance Letter and What Comes Next
28 Jul 2025
MBA Admissions

The Acceptance Letter and What Comes Next

Receiving an MBA acceptance letter is just the beginning of your journey to enrollment. Beyond the initial excitement, your next steps include confirming enrollment with required deposits, arranging visa documentation, requesting payment schedules, and potentially applying for student loans – all while adhering to strict deadlines to secure your spot.
By Iliana Bobova 5 min. read
How to Discuss Weaknesses in the Business School Application
19 Jun 2025
MBA Admissions

How to Discuss Weaknesses in the Business School Application

As an applicant, discussing your strengths and weaknesses with business schools requires you to be specific about genuine challenges while demonstrating self-awareness and improvement. The key is to face these questions head-on, show concrete steps you’ve taken to address your weaknesses, and be balanced in your response regarding strong vs. weak sides.
By Valentin Vassilev 7 min. read
How to Calculate GPA – Getting into the Nuts and Bolts
29 May 2025
MBA Admissions

How to Calculate GPA – Getting into the Nuts and Bolts

Since grading scales vary by country, you don’t actually need to know how to calculate your GPA yourself – your school’s Registrar’s office will do this for you. For international students applying abroad, admissions officers or specialized agencies handle the conversion. However, it is still important to understand how the GPA grading system works.
By Iliana Bobova 7 min. read
Test Waivers: Everything You Need to Know
16 Apr 2025
MBA Admissions

Test Waivers: Everything You Need to Know

Test waivers are exemptions that allow students to apply to postgraduate programs without submitting test scores like GMAT or IELTS that would typically be required for admission. You might be able to benefit from a test waiver based on other qualifications such as work experience, previous academic performance, or having completed your education in English.
By Kathy Hawes 3 min. read
7 Tools to Improve Your Writing Skills
08 Apr 2025
MBA Admissions

7 Tools to Improve Your Writing Skills

Effective tools for assessment of writing skills can improve your grammar, readability, and style while eliminating common errors and overused phrases. These digital assistants help both native and non-native English speakers refine their writing for university applications and even professional communication.
By Valentin Vassilev 3 min. read