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Getting into an MBA Program: What It Takes
by Erika Edwards Decaster
erika.decaster@hqpublications.com
Business Programs Columnist
What an MBA Can Do For You
Getting a Masters of Business Administration - also known as an MBA - can make all the difference in your career. An MBA can take you from the cubicle to the high-rise office; it can give you the skills and techniques you need to launch your own business, or it can give you the training you need to become a professional business consultant.
Whichever path you pursue, an MBA is sure to enrich your professional experience.
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Where You Go and Why It Matters
Where you go for your MBA program can make a big difference in how quickly and with whom you find a job after graduation. Recruiters from large, multinational corporations will seek out MBA graduates from the top-ranked national and regional MBA programs.
The recruiters depend quite a lot on the reputation of the school and the integrity of their MBA program. That is why it is important to do your homework beforehand and be sure to enter an accredited, high-quality MBA program.
Think Ahead: Entrance Requirements
Getting into a top MBA program is not easy. Most competitive MBA programs insist that you must have at least a B average in your last 60 hours of coursework from your bachelor's degree.
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You must also have 2-3 years of relevant work experience. You must take the GMAT and score competitively. Some programs even require certain pre-requisite courses in statistics, economics, and accounting before beginning the MBA program.
Solid essays and letters of recommendation from employers and others are another important aspect of your application. With these things done, you are ready to apply. An MBA will not only increase your opportunities, but it will greatly enhance your expertise in the field. Good luck!
About the Author
Erika Edwards Decaster has most recently worked as an internship coordinator for Brigham Young University. Her previous experience includes publishing, curriculum development, museum administration and as a teacher of English as a second language. She has also worked as a full-time humanitarian aid volunteer in Portugal and as an employment specialist in the Dominican Republic.
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