How to stay on track with your MBA research virtually
The one term that will forever change the future of MBA programs and how you do your MBA research is: social distancing. The inability to travel has had a huge downside for business schools, but it has also had its ups. One of them being, the playing field has finally leveled out as global MBA candidates now have as much access to MBA programs as local students do. MBA candidates can now take advantage of the new ways to engage with business school programs virtually. According to Poets&Quants, there are five ways to stay on track with your virtual MBA research.
1. Keeping informed on newly improved school websites
Many business schools have invested to create new content making the virtual MBA research process much easier on global b-school candidates. These include virtual tours and short videos on courses, concentrations and competitions. Here is a virtual tour of Kellogg.
2. Reaching out to MBA student ambassadors to find students with similar career interests
Most MBA programs have a student ambassador webpage with contact information. This allows you to ask students about various clubs and classes. Finding someone with similar career goals gives you the opportunity to learn about the clubs and courses they found most helpful.
3. Setting aside a time each week to do MBA school research
Scheduling a regular time to watch MBA program webinars and scheduling calls with current business school students or alumni can be extremely helpful. Continually setting yourself a weekly goal will ensure that your network will soon be flourishing. In addition to this, your network will provide insight that could be useful in your MBA application essays. For example, you can include how you can add value to a particular club with your distinctive skillset.
4. Exploring web resources, webinars, and podcasts to expand your MBA knowledge
A good resource is GMAT Club that regularly schedules webinars hosted by MBA programs and admissions consultants. Luckily, an important GMAT Club YouTube session to pencil in your diary will be on Wednesday, February 17th, 2021. The founder and Principal of Amerasia Consulting, Paul Lanzillotti, is going to talk about the presence of LinkedIn and how you can learn to leverage LinkedIn for your MBA research.
5. Finding trusted advisors that can help you stay focused during the MBA admissions process
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