Guide to MBA Applications

Should I Use American English or British English When Applying to University? | The Red Pen

Should I Use American English or British English When Applying to University?

Leave a Comment / Guide to Essays and Interviews, Guide to MBA Applications, Guide to MBA Essays and Interviews in Europe and Asia, Guide to MBA Essays and Interviews in the US, Guide to Postgraduate Applications, MBA, Postgraduate, Undergraduate / By

The English language curriculum set by the Indian boards has evolved over time, differing from the curriculum in international schooling systems such as the US or the UK–upon which the Indian curriculum was originally modelled. Differences in American English, British English and Indian English cover spelling, usage of active/passive voice and specific expressions and idioms. …

Should I Use American English or British English When Applying to University? Read More »

What are ‘MBA Goals’ and Why Do They Matter? | The Red Pen

What are ‘MBA Goals’ and Why Do They Matter?

Leave a Comment / Guide to MBA Applications, MBA / By

Strange as it might sound, one of the elements that really stumps MBA candidates when they work on their business school applications are questions focused on their career and personal goals. More than one applicant has been surprised and a little overwhelmed when they realise that a core part of their MBA application is the …

What are ‘MBA Goals’ and Why Do They Matter? Read More »

5 Tips to Help You Create the Perfect Business School Resume | The Red Pen

5 Tips to Help You Create the Perfect Business School Resume

Leave a Comment / Guide to MBA Applications, MBA / By

For those of you preparing your MBA applications, we are sure you have been studying hard for the GMAT (read our article on GMAT or GRE, if you are wondering which test to take) and working furiously on your essays (right??). But one thing you might not be thinking much about is your resume. As …

5 Tips to Help You Create the Perfect Business School Resume Read More »

Five MBA Programmes You Might Not Know About, but Should! | The Red Pen

5 MBA Programmes You Might Not Know About, but Should!

Leave a Comment / Guide to MBA Applications, MBA / By

Many Indian MBA applicants who are interested in going abroad for their MBA know about the M7–the top seven business programmes in the US–because they are highly ranked names that are globally recognised. But the reality is, there are so many amazing programmes out there, which offer a better fit and real advantages for their …

5 MBA Programmes You Might Not Know About, but Should! Read More »

Received Multiple Acceptances? Here’s How to Decide Between Them | The Red Pen

Received Multiple Acceptances? Here’s How to Decide Between Them

Leave a Comment / Guide to Indian Liberal Arts Schools, Guide to MBA Applications, Guide to Postgraduate Applications, Guide to UK Applications, Guide to US Applications, MBA, Postgraduate, Undergraduate / By

At some point during the MBA application process, you must have thought that you would never be finished with your application. Then came the interminable wait when all you wanted was to get accepted somewhere. Now, however, as the results flood in, and you’ve received a host of positive admissions results, you have a hard …

Received Multiple Acceptances? Here’s How to Decide Between Them Read More »

GMAT or GRE: Which Test Is Preferred for MBA Admissions? | The Red Pen

GMAT or GRE: Which Test Is Preferred for MBA Admissions?

Leave a Comment / Guide to MBA Applications, MBA / By

The GMAT or GRE don’t work like an entrance exam, however, your test scores are a critical component of your business school application. Business schools use your GMAT and/or your GRE scores to gauge your academic potential, evaluate your quantitative and verbal skills and to better understand your readiness to be part of a rigorous …

GMAT or GRE: Which Test Is Preferred for MBA Admissions? Read More »

You Have Been Placed on an MBA Waitlist…What Now? | The Red Pen

You Have Been Placed on an MBA Waitlist…What Now?

Leave a Comment / Guide to MBA Applications, MBA / By

After a long and exhaustive application process, spread over a few months, getting a waitlist notification can be disappointing. However, while many see the waitlist as a rejection, MBA applicants need to understand that being placed on the waitlist is another opportunity to shine. It really means the admissions committee has decided to continue evaluating your candidacy. But sometimes the waiting can get to you. So here are some guidelines on the waitlist strategy to keep you on track.

6 Ways to Stay Proactive While You Wait for Your Round 1 Results | The Red Pen

6 Ways to Stay Proactive While You Wait for Your Round 1 Results

Leave a Comment / Guide to MBA Applications, MBA / By

The prior few months have been stressful, to say the least. But now that you’ve submitted your application materials and completed your interviews, there is nothing to do besides waiting for that much desired “You have been accepted” to your dream business school or schools. However, do you find yourself constantly thinking that the decision …

6 Ways to Stay Proactive While You Wait for Your Round 1 Results Read More »