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Model 'knew too much about Rivkin business'

THE late stockbroker Rene Rivkin was concerned that model Caroline Byrne knew "too much about his business and private life", a Supreme Court jury has heard.

Rivkin's driver, Gordon Eric Wood, 44, is accused of throwing his live-in girlfriend to her death at The Gap, at Watsons Bay in Sydney, about 11.30pm on June 7, 1995.

In his opening address yesterday, Crown prosecutor Mark Tedeschi, QC, told the jury that Wood had urged others to invest in a printing company associated with Rivkin, which he told them had been deliberately burned down but was over-insured.

"It's a set-up," Wood said, adding that "government people" were involved. He named the person he believed was the arsonist to Ms Byrne, the jury heard.

On Christmas Eve 1993, Offset Alpine's premises and equipment were destroyed by fire in suspicious circumstances, said Mr Tedeschi. more

Canadian Legal Organization Strives to Protect Rights of Those

From Kampala, Voice of America English to Africa Service's Peterson Ssendi reports that Bulayimu Muwanga Kibirige is the chairman of the BMK business group, which has its headquarters in Kampala. BMK employs over 720 people and is a co-owner in many business ventures in East Africa, including health clubs, heavy machinery and real estate. It also sponsored a UNAA convention eight years ago in Kampala.

Kibirige says [At these meetings] "Ugandans from home and other parts of the world discuss politics [and] business, and every evening there is good entertainment. It has become very traditional and if you miss it, I think you will regret it. I always participate in business discussions… some people have stayed in America for more than 20 years and they don't know that [Uganda] has changed."

George Michael Mukula is National Vice Chairman of Uganda's ruling National Resistance Movement, or NRM-O, in charge of Uganda's Eastern Region. more

Review: HP iPAQ9 10 Scores For Business

For the handful of users not interested in the iPhone (whether for business reasons or a vanilla preference for good old Windows Mobile), HP is now shipping the HP iPAQ 910 Business Messenger. This is the smartphone for the serious business user.

The Test Center has looked at other members of the iPAQ family before. The 910 follows the other iPAQs in look and feel -- sleek, high-gloss black, and easy to hold. The fit and finish is of high quality and the 910 doesn't get very hot to touch, a very important criterion for a handheld device.

Measuring 4.5 x 2.5 x 0.6-inches and weighing 5.4 oz, the 910 is average size. Much slimmer than the Palm Treo, slimmer but wider than the new Centro, a little thicker and about an ounce heavier than the BlackBerry Bold, it's slightly thicker than the iPhone 3G. more

Leap Aligns Senior Management Positions Around Key Opportunities

Additionally, Mr. Umetsu will lead the Company's technology planning and provide support as the business continues major system expansion and improvements to support expected growth.

"I am pleased to announce this alignment of the Company's leadership structure as we continue to position the Company for future growth and development," said Hutcheson. "Al and Glenn have played key roles in doubling the size of our business since 2005 and will help lead our efforts to double the size of the business once again. This step, in addition to the recent appointments of Walter Berger as chief financial officer and Bill Ingram as senior vice president leading our strategic and business development activities, allows for executive leadership and focus on the major priorities for the Company."

Before joining Leap in 2004, Mr. more

CDC Corporation Expects To Exceed High End of Its Pre-Announced

HONG KONG & ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CDC Corporation (NASDAQ: CHINA), a leading global enterprise software and new media company, today announced that based on further financial analysis, the company anticipates it will exceed the high end of its previously announced revenue estimates for Q2 2008 of between (U.S.)$107.3 -108.5 million, which already represents an all-time record quarter for the company.

"We are pleased that our results indicate CDC will exceed our already announced second quarter 2008 revenue estimates and we are seeing improving profitability relative to the first quarter of 2008," said Peter Yip, CEO of CDC Corporation. "We believe that this validates the success of our strategy on focusing exclusively on improving operating metrics and preserving cash. As part of our goal to improve financial transparency and operating performance, we are aiming to execute on a more timely reporting schedule."

CDC Software will hold a conference call to discuss the company's second quarter 2008 earnings and operating results on Thursday, August 7, 2008 at 5 PM EDT. more

Latest Business School Gmat News

MBA aspirants file RTIs, may move court - MSN India

Mumbai/Ahmedabad: Even as many students got calls from the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and other business schools for personal interviews and group discussions, many others are upset with their low scores in the Common Admission Test (CAT ...

A Short History of Standardized Test Preparation -- Part III - Huffingtonpost.com

When I first started at Kaplan, the price of a GMAT course was $590. Today it's $1,490. What's now clear is that the traditional business model of local "Strip Mall Test Prep" is hopelessly archaic. Nearly all the money you spend on old-school test ...

ETS Announces Record-Breaking GRE(R) Volumes in 2009 - PR Inside

PRINCETON, NJ -- (Marketwire ... percent increase in the number of business schools accepting GRE scores for their MBA programs : . The GRE program also reports that the number of GRE test takers planning to go to business school doubled. "

ETS Announces Record-Breaking GRE - Market Wire

In 2009, there was a 68 percent increase in the number of business schools accepting ... if they accepted only the GMAT scores," Payne says. Because the GRE General Test can be a single ticket to both graduate and business school, Payne expects ...

Veritas Prep Reveals the Must-Know Considerations for Developing ... - PR Inside

... serious about gaining admission into top-ranked business schools : , leading MBA ... Yale School of Management, Veritas Prep now offers live GMAT prep : instruction in more than 80 cities worldwide, as well as interactive online courses ...

GRE to change in autumn 2011, feature new content, flexibility - Lantern

The 60-year-old Graduate Record Examination is about to get a face-lift. The GRE, which is taken by students seeking admission to graduate school, will change in fall 2011. Educational Testing Service, the nonprofit institution that produces the test ...

The Ranking Game - Financial Post

Hopefully, he didn't learn that at the Harvard School of Business where Dimon earned his MBA ... Economist, Forbes and the Wall Street Journal -- has followed suit. And some school officials, though they will deny it, take the rankings all too ...

Kaplan, cultural houses team up - Yale Daily News

Yale’s cultural houses teamed up with the New Haven Kaplan center to offer students the chance to take free practice GMAT, LSAT, MCAT and GRE tests this past Sunday. While Kaplan offers free tests to anyone looking for practice, this is the first ...

MBA Discussion Board - FIND MBA

... asked this question that I thought ASTON really knew her responsibility for every applicant, even thought she doesn't require GMAT ... a test or a good round of interview b4 a school offers me a place. Otherwise it casts serious questions on the ...

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Open Question: Has anyone suffered from swollen glands?

I woke up 11 days ago with swollen glands and they are still swollen. I have been told by a couple doctors that they are due to my lymp nodes fighting a viral infection. I am really upset as even though I know that life is not fair and that I have been blessed so much, I have my GMAT exam (entrance exam for business school) in 10 days and this is affecting me. I don't know how I contracted this problem and it has made me so upset. I have not been pleasant to be around as my mood is constantly bad. I think some of it is from the fact that I have not been able to run a lot. What did anyone take to resolve this and how long did it take? Sorry if I sound like a spoilt brat (I am a 26 year old guy) but I just feel so mad. more

Open Question: What are my chances of getting into a PhD in Business with a background in International Affairs?

Hello Everyone, I am researching obtaining a PhD in Business Administration. Specifically PhD programs focusing on Strategy & International Business, and I just wanted to get feedback on my qualifications and what my chances are: 1. Have a B.A. in International Relations with a Major G.P.A of 3.6. 2. Have a Masters in International Affairs from Georgetown University, focusing on Foreign Policy and International Business, with a G.P.A. of 3.8 3. I have published a thesis on an issue related to foreign policy and international business, focusing on the role of Multinational Corporations in foreign policy and international affairs. 4. I do have 5+ years of work experience in management and administration. The only thing that I have left to do is score a high score on my GMAT. Also, I am doing my best to be realistic about the schools that I am applying for, so please some feedback on my choices would be most appreciated: 1. UC IRVINE--PhD in Strategy focusing on Global Strategy 2. UCLA--PhD in International Business & Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior 3. Harvard Business School--DBA in Strategy 4. University of Miami School of Business--PhD in Strategy/International Business 5. Temple University--Fox School of Business--PhD in International Business Administration/Strategy 6. Rutgers University--PhD in International Business/Strategy 7. University of Hawaii Manoa--PhD in Organization and Strategy 8. Old Dominion University--PhD in Strategy/International Business Any feedback is greatly appreciated, as applying for PhD programs for Business School is both financially and emotionally draining! Thank you all so much! more

Open Question: Can I get my MBA in Canada without having an undergraduate degree?

I'm contemplating doing my masters in Ontario, but all the schools say they require a previous degree to be considered. After speaking with an admissions counselor at Schulich School of Business (York U campus) he said that it is possible to get in to a masters program but very difficult ie- i need to score like a 650+ on the GMAT to be considered. I just wanted to know if anyone knows of someone who has done this. I have 7yrs.+ of management experience in the private sector (printing, logistics, and management) and 2 diplomas from Canadian Colleges. My grades were not too high but the diplomas were in design/animation. more

Resolved Question: Can I get into Harvard Business School for an MBA?

My undergraduate degree in the U.K. was fair, I graduated with a second class, upper degree (which is about a 3.5 GPA) in mechanical engineering. However I don't think that I'll ever get into Harvard with that. Luckily, I'm starting a master's degree in the U.S. this year which may be a chance for me to redeem myself. If I am able to get a 3.8GPA or thereabout in my master's followed by a good five years of experience as an engineer and high GMAT scores do you think the likes of Harvard, MIT and Wharton would be willing to overlook my less than stellar undergraduate performance (which is a bit low due to my first two years at university)? more

Open Question: How is the Schulich School of Business at York University for an MBA ?

I am a commerce student with a diverse background.. I got into a 2yr film making program after my undergraduation .. I worked a s freelancer for a year and then worked in a consultancy firm for two yrs under the Corporate communications team... I now intend to pursue an MBA in Schulich School of Business at York University .. How good are my chances ?? I am yet to take the GMAT as my applying for 2011 .. Will my diverse background help in my admission or would work against me for having shifted different streams ?? How good are the job opportunities in Canada after the course for a Marketing specialization ?? more

Voting Question: what are the eligibility criteria for getting into london business school?

hello, i've got 95% in my BE mechanical enginieering, i intend to study an MBA course at the london business school. I know i have to do GMAT and TOEFL but could you tell me the minimum marks i have to get so that i may be eligible to join LSB? and also if my score at college is good enough? more

Resolved Question: Would appreciate some MBA advice?

Hello, I just took the GMAT a 2nd time and scored a 680, but my quant was significantly lower than verbal. I did graduate from a great ugrad business school program but my grades are not good. What schools should I consider applying to realistically? more

Resolved Question: Do you think someone could get into an Ivy-Leauge OR Top-business school with this resume?

Career: Real Estate Investor for 2 years, College: Morehouse College, GPA: 3.5, GMAT: 700, and Summer Internship with Goldman Sachs. more

Resolved Question: I am currently doing the online MBA from Florida Tech and dont know if I should transfer to another school.?

I recently found out that schools aside from the accreditation for the whole school also have a specific accreditation for the business program: AACSB. I have taken already 4 courses out of the 12 courses to get my MBA from Florida Tech which is regionally accredited but not accredited by the AACSB. I havent taken the GMAT and have started to prepare though I have been out of school for like 14 years or so. My english is okay but my math not so great. The problem is that by the time I get all the stuff needed to get into a bigger MBA program and hopfully to get in I would have finished my MBA with Florida Tech. What should I do. I am 35 years old. more

Voting Question: Do business schools look any differently at a cancelled GMAT score than a poor submitted score?

I took the GMAT for the first time today and was not able to concentrate fully. Because of this my thinking ability negatively effected my performance. I have taken many practice tests (mostly tests from the GMAC, the company that puts on the real test) and have gotten a pretty good understanding of how I did before the test is scored. Long story short, I was not confident in my test today so I canceled it. Is this a bad move? Do B-Schools look down on this? Or did I just miss out on possibly doing better than I thought I did? more

Voting Question: Which MBA program in Missouri is the best?

I am considering a concentration in either Finance, Accounting, Health Administration, International Business or Computer Information Systems (I have experience in all these areas) My undergrad GPA from a top tier school is 3.0 and the GMAT score is 640. In your opinion, which school should I apply to/ attend?I am specifically looking for: Who has the best programs, Lowest Tuition, and nicest surrounding area. Also, if you are a grad from one of these schools, let me know what you thought. Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Why do people whine and complain about Wall Street instead of studying hard and getting a job in finance?

Wall Street (except maybe at the very top) is as close to a meritocracy as you can get in the American labor market. Wall St. firms and hedge funds hire based on your intelligence, your test scores, and your college background. So instead of whining about how "unfair" the banker bonuses are, why not get off your lazy butt, open up some physics and math and economics books, study hard, go to a good college, do well in your classes, score well on aptitude tests like the GMAT or LSAT, and then apply for a job in finance, or with an elite consulting group like McKinsey? That's what I did, before I went to law school. I did well in high school, got into a top college, majored in econ, did well in my classes, and then went to work as a junior analyst for JP Morgan. Now, in my case, I didn't really like the long hours or the stressful atmosphere, so I quit and went into law and went to work for my dad's firm. But if you want the huge money, you just have to stick with it, go to an elite business school like Harvard or Stern, then get yourself into the management track. You could also lateral over into a boutique firm or hedge fund. If you have a physics/math background, you can go into quantitative finance, too. A top-notch hedge fund quant can make millions in a single year. But instead of doing this, all I see Americans doing is whine, whine, whine. I see lazy high school kids getting pregnant and smoking rock instead of studying hard. Well you know what? You get into life what you put in. Don't hate on the bankers for working way harder than you've ever dreamed was possible. They didn't choose for you to be lazy. YOU chose that fate for YOURSELF. more

Voting Question: Will top universities accept me to their Graduate Program?

Im scared to even apply. I want a master from one of the top 100 university that are found on the Financial Times listing. One of my favorites is Cass Business School in City University. My sister went to it. I have a 2.2 GPA in Business Adminsitration: Finance and I know it sucks! I have been working since October 2007 which till this day makes up for almost 2 1/2 years of experience. Two of those years in Insurance. I am currently a Projects Leader. I haven't done my GMAT cause I am scared to even start this path because of my VERY LOW GPA. I need advise on how to start about doing this, thats if i can. Thank you. more

Voting Question: will University of Missouri St. Louis (UMSL) accept me even though my GMAT score is low?

I recently took my GMAT exam and I am applying to the University of Missouri St. Louis Business graduate school. I got a low test score...with the current state of the economy and due to the fact that most Universities are needing more students, will the University forgive my low test score? I want to obtain a Graduate certificate in Business Administration. more

Resolved Question: Low GMAT but decent G.P.A. will my school adjust their requirements for acceptance?

I took the GMAT today and didn't do well. I scored a 500, but I knew I had signed up for the wrong test a few days prior to taking the exam. I'm much more English minded and haven't done much math throughout my undergrad business degree. My question is, the school I attend and want to get my MBA from has the following criteria. You will be admitted with a 2.75 G.P.A in your last 60 units of course work and a 550 GMAT, no question. I have a 3.2 G.P.A which has gotten better throughout my schooling. Do I need to stress on the low GMAT or am I okay. I don't know the scaling when G.P.A. is higher than mandatory requirements but GMAT is lower. I am also from the town where I go to school and in my state students from local counties are given preference and if they meet the requirements are admitted. The school I am applying to is a CSU, any thoughts. more

Resolved Question: How valuable is work experience when applying to Business Schools to get your MBA?

I'm graduating in May and looking into applying to Business Schools to get my MBA, but I know a lot of universities recommend about 2 years of actual work experience. I haven't taken the GMAT's yet but I've scored in the 500's on practice tests and my GPA should be 3.67-3.68 after this semester. Do those help my chances to make up for the lack of work experience? Also would getting a MS be a better route or just a waste of time? more

Resolved Question: Going to business school, GMAT , GRE or both?

Hello Im majoring electrical engineering now and im planning to go to business when i finish bachlor. I heard you have to take GMAT to get an MBA(thats what i want) but also i heard you have to take GRE? which one do i take or take both? thanks a lot more

Resolved Question: Will an MBA make it easier for me to get a finance job that will sponsor me a series 7 exam?

I graduated Spring of '09 with a BS in Business Admin. from University of California Riverside. I planned on hitting the ground running, but found myself stuck between a hard place and a rock. My goal was to get a job in a finance firm, and then receive sponsorship for a series 7 exam, yet all the job postings since my graduation haven't offered much interest to my goal. Every position in a finance firm requires the applicant to have a series 7 and 66 before applying, yet how do I get one if I can't find sponsorship. This places a sort of catch-22 on my situation. In one case, I want to work for company A to get sponsored for the series 7, but in the other case, company A requires series 7 prior to applying for the position. All my job searches have lead me to the same predicament. I understand that we are in a recession, so I have been studying in the mean time for the past 3 months to take the GMAT. I believe if I go to a decent b-school, it should open some doors for me to get into a firm that might give me sponsorship. I am still young, 23 years old, and don't mind going back to school for an additional 2 years if that means I can get the ball rolling. Do you guys think that what I am planning is a good idea and it will help me in the long run, or am I wasting my time? Like I mentioned previously, I am young and don't mind going back to school as long as it gets me going towards my goal. In addition, I figured going back to school during a recession is better than sitting at home working part time making little to nothing. more

Resolved Question: If the GMAT can be waived for some applicants, can the MCAT be waived also?

I've heard from many people that they were waived from taking the GMAT for applying to business school. Wouldn't you also think that the MCATs can be waived as well??? If so, how? more

Resolved Question: Top 10 MBA programs in California?

I am studying really hard for the GMAT (about 6 months) and plan/ hope to get at least a 700 (scored a 640 last month on a Kaplan CAT) and want to know how one might rank the top 10 mba programs in Southern California. I know UCLA, USC, and Berkley will be amongst the first, but if i dont get into those schools i wouls still like to apply to a few more as fall back schools, as long as they have a strong and well known MBA program. A school with a lot of connections is a must and as a California resident, price isn't a big issue so long as the mba program pays for itself with a good job. My application would include: BS in Business Admin. from Uc Riverside 3.1 GPA (1 D letter grade) 2 letters of rec from professors with phd and a letter of rec from a lawyer 1 of the letters of rec from a phd was a co recipent of a the noble peace prize. The rofessor also recieved his phd from berkley. I plan on getting at least a 700 before i apply (this will be my first recorded gmat attemp) i have 5 yrs work experience running / managing a family owned business in addition i have 1 year of exp after graduating last year of working for a marketing company i would like the list top be made with those in mind so i have a realistic understanding of which school i can get accepted to. But i still want another list of schools that are the best in california and would like to know if there is anything i can do or strive for to better my chances at getting into a school luke UCLA. Thx in advance. more

Resolved Question: are there any good universities in US which accept GMAT without work experience for MBA?

i wanted to know if there are any good business schools in US which do not require work experience.. more

Voting Question: What are the requirements for admissions into an MBA program? =)?

I want to make sure I get as many of the qualifications done in time to apply for grad school. some facts: -undergrad junior with associate degrees -international relations major(BA)(2012) -communication major(BA)(2012)(likely to graduate with 3.5-3.7 for both) -freelance makeup artist -online business -community service (centered around international & youth issues) ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS: 1) i am a non business major and i would prefer to go directly into a program after i graduate. i heard that some schools require that you have work experience after bachelors? or does my time working at a bank during undergrad count? 2) for my major the highest i had to take was statistics, macro & micro economics. i am assuming i should take calculus before applying? any other class suggestions? 3) so i need a good gpa, gmat score & business experience for admissions? thank you for helping me out (in advance)! more

Resolved Question: GMAT diagnostic question?

Hey, I have a deadline of 16 March to get into my business school. I started a 9 day tutorial course yesterday and took a GMAT diagnostic test. I received my score today of 580 which I am happy as it is the first test but the B school has an average of 700 so for sure I need to improve (hopefully with the course and self study I can achieve this goal). Now my question is that I am told I can take 1 GMAT exam every 30 days so does it make sense to take an exam in 4 weeks (says 12 Feb) then another on 15 March (deadline is 16 March) so I can choose whichever score is better? My school will only look at the score I submit so the other won't matter. I need to improve mainly in the quantitative section (21/37) whilst the verbal was much stronger (35/41). We did not do the essay sections as it is not part of the diagnostic test. Thanks and please let me know if you have taken the GMAT already.Roaring, thanks for your reply. Yes the application needs to be complete but they accept the unofficial score which is given straight after the test so both dates (Feb and March) should be fine as long as before 16 March. I think it makes sense to take both exams and then choose the better result. more

Resolved Question: Does anybody know a good Business School in the U.S.A?

Recently I've taken GMAT and my total scale score is 590. I was wondering if somebody help me find a good B-School for me. And I should tell that I am a 23 year old boy from Iran and I only have half a year of work experience. more

Resolved Question: Need professional advice: should i drop my math major to graduate early and take a business internship?

Hello all. I apologize in advance for the length of this, but I'd really appreciate some input on this idea that I keep tossing around. Currently, I am a 2nd semester junior double majoring in mathematics and business administration. In my business degree, I am specializing in accounting and finance. When I graduate, I will be able to take the CPA test immediately, as I will have more than 150 hours and all required accounting coursework. Originally, I was going to take 4 math classes next semester (I know, I was crazy), and would be able to graduate a semester early with both degrees. However, one professor wouldn't let me into Calc-based probability, and since I go to a tiny university, I'll have to wait a whole year to take it. The reason I wasn't let in was because I dropped Calculus III last semester, which is now a prerequisite (instead of a concurrent course, like I was told). At this level, I'm not really enjoying my math courses as much. In Abstract Algebra I, I ended up with my first C ever because, frankly, I just did not care about the material at all. My schedule is so spread out now that I'll only have a max of 13 hours a semester since I've almost completed my business degree and I only need 6 more classes for my math degree. I think I should be able to pull B's in my remaining math courses and A's in my business ones. However, I can drop my math major down to a minor and graduate a semester early like I'd originally planned to. In addition, if I drop my math classes, I'll be able to pick up an area of emphasis in marketing. Here are some more considerations to this now very-long post: (1) I was originally intending to get the math degree as a backup in case I wanted to pursue and actuarial career. However, I don't think I have a desire to do this since I don't look forward to the prospect of my next 10 years being dominated by tests. (2) My ultimate post-graduation plans are to get a Masters of Finance and work in the area of asset management, particular in the areas of fundamental, value, or special situations (distressed debt, etc.) investing. For this career path, I really don't need what higher mathematics offers, and I plan to avoid master's programs that focus on financial engineering. (3) I'm worried that I will look intellectually weak to grad schools by dropping my math major. I come from a tiny school in WV, so I think it'll be hard for me to get into the University of Florida, my top choice right now for finance. However, I think that, by dropping my math major, I'll be able to better focus on my GMAT (I got a 1500 on the SAT, so hopefully I can replay this) and will have at least 9 months of full-time work experience under my belt, in addition to the internship at a regional accounting firm (100+ people) that I'll get this summer. (4) As a plus for graduate school, I am in the McNair Scholar's Program at my school. However, I am doing my research project with a mathematics professor, which will look odd if I just have a math minor. Why did I pick this person? Like I said, the school I go to is tiny and the finance professor is rarely there and has little practical knowledge, which is what I like. Thanks for trudging through this mess! more

Resolved Question: What business schools should I consider?

Hi, I just graduated from UCLA with a degree in economics and a 3.25 GPA. I haven't taken the GMAT yet. I am planning to go to business school, but I'm not completely sure. I am extremely interested in information systems and would like to go to a business school strong in that. Also, if possible, I'd prefer to go to school in California, anywhere near LA is ideal. I will move out of state if necessary. Do you have any suggestions for me? more

Resolved Question: What would you advise a college student to do to help them get admitted into Harvard Business School?

Other then making good grades and scoring high on the GMAT. more

Resolved Question: Where should I go to business school for an MBA?

I don't think my GMAT is good enough to go to a top-tier school like Harvard, Wharton, or even most of the schools in the UC system. My primary interests are in international business and marketing. Any recommendations? more

Voting Question: Low Undergrad GPA Considering MS-Finance and MBA?

I completed my undergraduate degree in finance from a top 10 business school and received below a 3.0 average. I wasn't focused in school previously and am now looking at the options before me. I am wondering if earning a MS in Finance and doing very well in that program will help me get into a top 5 MBA program. I understand that a 700+ GMAT is required. Any advice?I completed my undergraduate degree in finance from a top 10 business school and received below a 3.0 average. I wasn't focused in school previously and am now looking at the options before me. I am wondering if earning a MS in Finance and doing very well in that program will help me get into a top 5 MBA program. I understand that a 700+ GMAT is required. Any advice? I officially graduated in May 2008 due to technical reasons, but have been working full-time since October 2007. Started my career at Merrill Lynch and now at a smaller firm and am heading their research efforts. An MBA, in my opinion, doesn't dig deep into finance as a MS in Finance degree would. That is another reason why I am considering an MS also. Another option would be for me to try to go to a top 15 MBA program (where I received my undergraduate degree) and then enroll into a IVY League university for my MS in Finance. Your thoughts? more

Resolved Question: What top biz school can I get into?

What are my chances at a top biz school? - BA (Hons) Political Science from State Uni 3.49/4.0 -(transferred after 1 year from private school w/ 3.56/4.0) - Honors Thesis - Director Interim for 3 mos in Kenya for non-profit agency - Taught ESL in Thailand for 3 months and 1 1/2 years in Japan - Summer volunteer work in Costa Rica - Studied International Business in Germany for 4 months - worked 2-3 jobs throughout undergrad - 1+ experience as paralegal for non profit/public interest law firm - 1+ experience as volunteer Research Intern for huge micro-finance org (think big famous non profit) -Speak conversational Spanish -NO GMAT and NO GRE haven't taken yet What are my chances w/o knowing yet how i'll do on the GRE? more

Resolved Question: What are my chances at a top biz school?

- BA (Hons) Political Science from State Uni 3.49/4.0 -(transferred after 1 year from private school w/ 3.56/4.0) - Honors Thesis - Director Interim for 3 mos in Kenya for non-profit agency - Taught ESL in Thailand for 3 months and 1 1/2 years in Japan - Summer volunteer work in Costa Rica - Studied International Business in Germany for 4 months - worked 2-3 jobs throughout undergrad - 1+ experience as paralegal for non profit/public interest law firm - 1+ experience as volunteer Research Intern for huge micro-finance org (think big famous non profit) -Speak conversational Spanish -NO GMAT and NO GRE haven't taken yet What are my chances w/o knowing yet how i'll do on the GRE? more

Voting Question: What are my chances for getting into Berkeley Haas?

Resolved Question: What advise would you give someone who wants to break into the private equity industry?

ok, my plan after high school is to go to community college for a year or two, then attend morehouse college in atlanta, ga which is a reputable hbcu and work my butt off to attain a high gpa and study for the gmat, then after college go work for a financial services firm for two-three years, then apply to a top business school, then do an internship after business school hopefully with goldman sachs and land a full-time job their with Goldman Sachs Capital Partners...i mean i know my chances r slim to none but i have alot of ambition to achieve this and will go through fire to make it and be successful...do i have a shot? more

Resolved Question: What advice would you give someone who wants to go to an Ivy-League business school?

Well after HS I'm going to go to a community college then transfer to a 4-year university(either Mississippi State or Morehouse College) and either get a degree in economics or business finance...then after college I might get a job working at a bank or a financial company for two years and after that two years I want to apply to an Ivy League Business School or Top Business School to get my MBA..what would you advise me to do during college other then to get good grades and score high on my GMAT? more

Resolved Question: Management Schools accepting GMAT scores in India?

Management Institutes in India accepting GMAT scores 1. Amity Business School 2. Apex Institute of Management 3. Great Lakes Institute of Management 4. ICFAIAN Business School 5. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade 6. Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad 7. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore 8. Indian Institute of Management Calcutta 9. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow 10.. Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management 11. Indian School of Business 12. Institute of Management Development and Research 13. Punjab University 14. Spicer Memorial College 15. Tata Institute of Social Sciences 16. XLRI Jamshedpur 17. S.P. Jain Call Help line 9819155125 to get into one of these colleges. GMAT and Beyond will be privileged to assist you. Student focus on your objective of getting correct score and to get desired score for these institution there's only one solution and that is GMAT and Beyond GMAT and Beyond (BEST classes in MUMBAI) www.gbonline.in more

Resolved Question: What do I need to get into business school? (planning from HS)?

I'm in high school right now (sophomore). I really want to pursue a career in business (I know about the economy). However I really want to go to a nice school (Hawthorne, Cornell, UCLA, etc.). What should I start doing? What will I need to enter business school eventually? GMAT scores? GPA range? other things? Please help, I want to start doing everything I can even as a sophomore in high school. more

Resolved Question: Why is the Verbal part of the GMAT all written?

I was just looking at the test and I was thinking. Why don't school test on how well you can talk about the problems. Why all written? Isn't it better to be a better talker in business than a writer? more

Resolved Question: I did badly in college...but I want to get into a top MBA program. Can I do this?

I'm in my junior year so far at San Francisco State University (not Stanford or Harvard...sigh), and I only have a pitiful 3.27 GPA so far. I'm majoring in Accounting (I'm 20 years old). I would love to go to a top tier business school, because I hear that the reputation of your business school is of utmost importance. Specifically, I have my eyes focused on Dartmouth's Tuck, Kellogg, or Georgetown. I also took a practice Kaplan GMAT test, got a 700, took the official study guide, got a 760. I've also been working part-time as an office manager for a few years. I'm also in an academic accounting association (Beta Alpha Psi). However, my poor grades and shoddy school will prevent me from going to business school right after graduation. With that in mind, what if I got about 5 years of work experience and take time to teach English abroad for at least a year? If I managed to worm my way into a decent company, would I then have a fighting chance at my dream schools? Thanks. :-) more

Resolved Question: How do I prepare for GMAT test?

I'll finish my BA next week and I am applying for a graduate business school that requires a GMAT test. I need to score over 550. I'm very poor with standardized test but wanted to use 3-weeks for intensive preparation will that be enough to get over 550 score? I also found out that it is a computer based test. I type very slow. How will that impact the test? or do I really need to learn fast-typing before taking the GMAT? thanks for whatever advice you can give. more

Resolved Question: Can I get into London Business School ?

Im from India currently doing my Bachelors in Business Management from a fairly reputed institute.I think I'll have an average of 72% by the time I graduate and I'm also taking coaching for GMAT.My English is moderately effective and proficient.Now I am looking at doing my Masters in Business Admin or probably the course in Management (Masters in management) offered by LBS.The real question is will I be able to get it ? I dont have work exp and knowledge about the two courses.Kindly help if you can. more

Resolved Question: How can I get a MBA degree if I graduated from a 3 years Bachelor program in University?

I am thinking to get a MBA degree. I hold a bachelor degree, but it's a 3 years general degree. For my status, is it possible to enter a business school? How? Will the GMAT score help at all? Thanks. more

Resolved Question: should i go to grad school?

i am a senior in college majoring in business management and i am simply stuck on the decision of whether i should go to grad school or try to find an entry level position. what should i do in the state of this economy? i have applied to over 20 jobs, went to numerous conferences to network where i had the opportunity of interviewing with three fortune 500 companies, and have done a non paid internship but i have had no luck so now i am considering going to grad school, but the only thing about grad school is i havent taken the gmat and i dont have more than 2 years of work experience. i still have time to take the gmat and i have a 3.6 GPA but idk this decision is so hard. further information: no student loans can come back to live with parents what is your advice for me? what should i do? what will be in my best interest in today's economy? more

Resolved Question: Can my GMAT score substitute for a GRE score?

I have been studying for the GMAT and plan to take the test in the next month, but I am beginning to wonder if Business school is where I want to go. Will many schools accept GMAT scores in place of GRE scores if an applicant has taken the GMAT? I know GRE for GMAT is rare but I was curious if it were the same the other way around. I'm particularly interested in California State schools.California State schools = UC's (I forget there IS a difference!) more

Resolved Question: Executive education - What is a GMA test?

I have been asked by a business school to take their GMA test, not the GMAT, but the GMA. Apparently it is taken on their premises. more

Resolved Question: Does it matter the college you come from when applying to an MBA program?

Apart from GPA and GMAT scores and the college being regionally accredited does the college you earned your 4-year Bachelors (120-credits) play a role in the selection process say you're applying to University of Michigan(Ross School of Business) from Bismarck State College? more

Resolved Question: Should I take the GMAT and go to Grad school now, or get work experience first?

I am graduating this spring with a bachelor's degree in accounting. I am starting to consider my options for graduate school. I noticed that the "avg age" of many MBA students entering grad school is 28 at top tier business schools. Should I still try to go straight to grad school, or get work experience first? I may only be going for one year to get the Masters in accounting in order to become a CPA more

Resolved Question: Employers: What are my job prospects/MBA chances after graduating from Vanderbilt?

If I graduate from Vanerbilt with a degree in Communications and a minor in Corporate Strategy, what are my chances of finding a decent-paying job after graduation? What are my chances of getting into business school right away, if I prepare well for the GMAT? I want to pursue marketing. FYI: Vanderbilt undergrad is ranked #17 in the country right now.Also, I am studying Spanish and Chinese. more

Resolved Question: Extremely Low GPA...any hope at all of getting into Georgetown or Cornell Business School?

So far, I'm a junior in college at San Francisco State University. I'm 20, and I'm a F/T employee and a F/T student. (I've recently been promoted as an Office Manager at a recruiting firm for financial institutions). I've travelled extensively, and next year, I'm set to teach English in Nepal for a few months. I've taken practice GMAT tests and did almost perfectly, and I'm a very strong writer (read: essays! lol) But my GPA is pathetic. I'm double-majoring in Accounting & Economics, and I'm a Junior, and so far my overall GPA is only 3.4... Will my undergrad school, short work experience, and atrocious GPA completely blow my chances, or can I try to boost my grades up and give it a shot? Thanks, I really appreciate your help. (-; more

Resolved Question: Chances of getting into a top 15 MBA program?

Hi, I am currently getting undergraduate degrees in Finance and Management from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University (top 15 bachelor's business school- I think it usually ranks at times number 5, number 7, number 9, number 11 and number 15) and minor degrees in french and journalism. At graduation time, if I have a -3.6 GPA -Two internships -A thesis paper published on a theory on immigrant entrepreneurship in America at different decades with statistical proof conducted in new york city (published in a scholarly journal) -Started and am president of a Management Skills Improvement club (wrote a few case studies with the help of faculty) -Started a philanthropy initiative raising a couple thousand dollars of money each year for inner city schools and volunteer program -Member of and write in the journal of an Emerging Markets club -Study abroad at Oxford University (Among other things I am still planning on doing, and job experience of 2-3 years- at a place that is still to be decided where I work diligently and dexterously) And hopefully, a GMAT score of high 600s or low 700s- right around the margin (based on practice tests) Major Hobbies: -Wine making at home (from crushing the grapes, to fertilizing and preserving)- I think I might go into a small business of selling personalized wines before I graduate -Horse Polo and riding (I attended a Polo camp in India as well) What do you think, roughly, are my chances of getting into a good MBA program. Some of the ones I am considering are: -Duke University Fuqua School of Business -Yale School of Management -Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business -Cornell University Johnson School of Business -Wharton at UPenn However, ones in the tier just below, such as UCLA are considered as well. Thanks! more