Since the onset of the pandemic, a growing number of business schools in the United States have forgone standardized test requirements for their applicants. Now, the trend seems likely to stay in place long after the global virus outbreak.

"When Covid hit, I felt like I lost those MBA connections," said the 30-year-old, adding that "a lot of us were going into the unknown in the fall. It was a difficult time for everyone." "Graduation arrived, but there was still no job," says Bailey Thibodeux, a University of Mississippi MBA student in 2020.

Business schools in the US take a stand against anti-Asian hate and reiterate their commitment to maintaining diversity in the candidate pipeline

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated xenophobia towards Asian communities, spreading anti-Asian racism. Business schools in the US, global institutions with thousands of Chinese applicants for MBA and MA courses each year, have been dedicated to maintaining a diverse and inclusive pool of students.

Experts claim that the poorest and most disadvantaged students will be disproportionately affected by upcoming reforms to university access and funding in the UK.

Reforms to the current student loans system which was announced on February 18th, means that students will pay more over a longer period if they wish to go to university. And those in middle- and low-income brackets will be most strongly affected.

Facts and Future Viewpoints about Standardized Testing Before COVID-19, some schools had already abandoned the testing requirement. However, for the time being, most schools and universities in the United States are test-optional. Aviva Legatt, an Ardmore native and founder of Ivy Insight, a college admissions advising firm, explained, "The purpose behind it was twofold." The goal was to level the playing field for underrepresented and low-income students at first. According to Dr.

Online courses and programs have been highly successful and has become a popular choice for students who don’t mind taking classes online. Many universities are making their classes available online even after their campus’ have opened up and live classes have returned. Due to numerous universities venturing into the online education market, it has become overflooded with amateur, below par online programs. Choosing a university to attend live is straightforward.

Women’s underrepresentation at business schools has been the subject of discussion for a long time and it cannot be resolved by a single change. As more Buiness schools support gender equality, more women would be able to perform better in the business world.

Factors like the high cost of the degree and the emerging job market reduce the number of students applying for business school.

Many prospective students are not expected to apply to business schools in 2022, causing a decline in applicants to US MBA programs. This is forecasted from the fewer GMAT tests by the prospective students in the US this year, meaning it will have fewer applications for business school.

If you’re stuck working an entry-level job and want to progress your professional career in business, a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) could be the degree for you. With most positions requiring an MBA degree having an average salary of $130,000(USD), it seems like a degree that would pay off in the long run.

Taking concerns over sustainability is becoming more important than ever

Online MBA courses are popular as ever, but are they worth the investment?

You have an abundance of choices with choosing which college or university you get to take your MBA program. With prices as low as $1,200 a credit from University of Florida, it is as affordable as ever. But is it worth taking the time and money for an online MBA program?

What can an MBA program do for you?

After years of upheavals, future business leaders are required to navigate the political turmoil 

From climate change issues to vaccine nationalism and the competition between the US and China, international political tensions are escalating, affecting global businesses’ operations. Seeing the global enterprises walking a geopolitical tightrope, business schools are evolving to provide students with a curriculum in which they can learn how to manage the threat by linking the public and private sectors as well as politics. 

MBA students pursuing cannabis career, a blemish choice or an astute action?  

Cannabis is a controversial topic. It is undeniable that it’s a growing market in the US, sparking a job called pot entrepreneur. A survey conducted by New Frontier Data, a cannabis business intelligence organization, shows that the legal cannabis market recorded 20 billion dollars in sales in 2021 and is expected to rise to $41.5 billion in 2025. 

MBA students pursuing cannabis career, a blemish choice or an astute action?  

Cannabis is a controversial topic. It is undeniable that it’s a growing market in the US, sparking a job called pot entrepreneur. A survey conducted by New Frontier Data, a cannabis business intelligence organization, shows that the legal cannabis market recorded 20 billion dollars in sales in 2021 and is expected to rise to $41.5 billion in 2025. 

With the increase of female applicants for MBAs but the acceptance rate of female applicants decreasing, it is raising worries of diminishing gender parity

Gender Equality has always been an issue in the United States. Since COVID-19 led to a severe recession, business schools have received increased applications from executives who have plenty of time due to the lack of business during the pandemic.

With the increase of female applicants for MBAs but the acceptance rate of female applicants decreasing, it is raising worries of diminishing gender parity

Gender Equality has always been an issue in the United States. Since COVID-19 led to a severe recession, business schools have received increased applications from executives who have plenty of time due to the lack of business during the pandemic.

Demand for shorter MBAs has grown to improve return on investment  Since prospective students prefer fast-track courses that concentrate on career development and pay less for their degree, MBA courses are changing to meet varying demands. The robust economy has strengthened the appeal of shorter MBA degrees, which provide a quick return on investment and allow students to make up for lost income.

Hospitality is back on the labor market and seeking MBA graduates after the ‘dark’ age of pandemic

MBA graduates taking roles in aspiring space programs and the growing demand for MBA talents in the aerospace industry

We’ve all dreamed about becoming an astronaut at one point in our childhood. Although it mostly ended up as a mere childhood memory, this is becoming a reality or rather an optimistic career opportunity for adequate MBA graduates. Barret Schlegelmilch, a graduate of MIT Sloan in 2018 majoring in both Master in Aeronautics and Astronautics, is one of the epitome examples of the MBA talent taking further steps towards space.

Integration of academic studies and real world experience for a successful MBA learning experience