MBA

It is no secret that Indian students tend to prefer international MBA degrees over Indian ones. From a survey of 10,000 Indians, it was revealed that 81% students would prefer a foreign MBA degree. The biggest factor that attracts the students to foreign degrees is the reputation that international business schools have in the international job market. Other factors include: improved chances of an international career, better future preparation and diversity of students.

Annual university rankings are some of the most awaited news in the academic world. Students and academic professionals alike are continually debating regarding which universities are on the top! Times Higher Education is one of the most prestigious and credible rankings of the year. Here are the rankings for 2016, the list is once again dominated by American and British schools. Top ten include Harvard, MIT and Stanford.

The GMAT remains one of the most popular graduate degree options to get into a business school. Most top business schools including the likes of Stanford and Harvard require high GMAT scores. For example the average score of Stanford intakes is around 733, while Wharton averages at around 732. While the GMAT is an extremely important hurdle in most candidates' lives, it can also be quite challenging since the stakes are high. Here are some top GMAT strategies as revealed by top millennials:

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二流大学からでも、MBAは取れる！『非学歴エリート』著者の安井元康氏が語る、二流大学からMBAを取りにいく戦略とは！？MBAを志す方には是非とも読んで頂きたい記事。

Wharton Professor and LinkedIn Influencer Adam Grant, has released an article stating some books around the theme of work and psychology. In his opinion, these authors are offering real data rather than merely stating their opinions:

INSEAD is one of the top business school around the world, with international campuses in France, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. In 2016, for the first time a program with a strong presence in Asia has been ranked number 1 by FT. INSEAD is the only top-ranked business school which teaches its full time MBA on multiple campuses.

The Graduate Management Admission Council released a report today that stated that business school candidates at the present time are applying to fewer variety of program types and seem more streamlined and focused on their career path. The economy may play a pivotal role in this change since people are now finding it earier to get into their 'dream jobs'.

今年７月、７年余り勤めたマイクロソフト日本法人社長の座を後進に譲り、同社会長に就任した樋口泰行氏（57）のインタビュー記事。日本ヒューレット・パッカード社長やダイエー社長を歴任するなど、輝かしい経歴を誇る樋口氏が苦労したというハーバードMBAの授業とは？

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ライフネット生命保険の岩瀬大輔社長（40）は、東京大学在学中に司法試験に合格後、BCG（ボストン・コンサルティング・グループ）に就職。その後、著名な投資ファンドに転職し、上場企業の社外役員に就任し、28歳の時にHBSでMBA留学。そんな岩瀬氏が語る、「気付き」とは？

Stanford University, has made a name for itself being one of the most selective schools in the world. With an acceptance rate of only 6.5%, it is one of the most elite business schools in the world and has produced some great alumni including, Phil Knight (Founder and CEO of Nike) and Robert Fisher (Chairman Gap Inc.). Here are 3 must-read links to find out more about SGB:

Thinking along the lines of Return on Investment and keeping in mind the current currency fluctuation with regards to the euro (it is declining), top European schools are becoming much more affordable for international students and is become an increasingly popular destination to pursue an MBA especially for American students who want an international experience. Top European business schools like HEC in Paris and the IE Business School in Madrid are now being seen as very viable choices for an MBA

The unique distance learning MBA renewables program that is jointly offered by the Renewables Academy AG (RENAC) and Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin, recently announced the launching of its International Advisory Board. The MBA renewables is designed to prepare professionals with advanced management skills for specific executive positions in companies that focus on renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Giants' defensive end, Justin Tuck officially retired last Friday, and released a statement stating that his future plans include pursuing an MBA at University of Pennsylvania's elite, Wharton School of Business. Tuck has previously attended Notre Dame University, graduating in 2005. In addition to that he was recently honoured by Columbia University for his humanitarian work with children with a low-income background and financial literacy problems.

Banks often tend to use credit scores to decide whether or not a person, business or entity is credible enough to get loans. However, those just starting out with their first ventures may not have past credit scores to base their loans on? Here is a new take on the subject, introducing the idea of smart loans!

LINE生みの親である森川亮・前LINE社長の記事後編。現在は女性のための動画ファッション雑誌「C Channel」を運営する森川氏が、日テレからソニーへ転職し、その後ハンゲーム・ジャパン（現LINE）に転職するまでのキャリアを振り返る。好きな仕事をしたいという考えが根底にあるように見受けられる森川氏。MBAをしっかりと自身のキャリアに活用している一例でもあるので、MBAに興味がある方には是非読んで頂きたい。

Thinking about getting an undergraduate degree followed by work experience and finally an MBA? Is that really the right choice? And how easy is it to achieve that in today's competitive job market? Read about Fazlani Altius Business (FABS) School, where their unique 'inverted' business management program that indirectly challenges the regular education model around the world.

Lake Superior State University (LSSU) is planning the return of their MBA program after over a decade; when it was originally cancelled because of declining interest. The school is now looking to "reinstate the opportunity". The tentative date to start is in fall 2018.

The Illinois Institute of Technology just announced a new launch: a two-year Saturday MBA program, starting this fall. In addition to common MBA subjects including finance and marketing, the program will give an higher emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship; as it is in partnership with Chicago Innovation Awards. The first cohort is said to have 30 students.

If you are still thinking whether or not a Masters in Business Administration is worth it, here is billionaire Tilman Fertitta's answer! In his own words here is exactly what he said:

Here are some quick tips for scoring high on the GMAT Verbal section.

ハーバード、スタンフォード、コロンビア、ウォートン、シカゴ、MIT、UCバークレー、UCLA、LBS、Cambridge, Oxford, INSEAD、NUS、HKUSTなど圧勝合格を目指す方向けのMBAゼミ！

The Chartered Financial Analyst exam is a challenging one, but has now proved to be worth more than an actual MBA degree in the long run. Since MBAs can cost over a hundred thousand dollars, a CFA exam is merely $1,000. Assuming candidates can pass it, it is a much more economical option.

It seems like Wharton is putting an increasingly higher level of focus upon their MBA students' Data and Decision-Making skills. They are doing so by expanding their offerings in business analytics, which is the application of data science in solving real-life business problems they may face.