In this episode, we dive into Arya’s journey who got admitted to the MBA/MPP dual degree program at Duke Fuqua. We discuss Arya’s pre-MBA preparation story, her extensive social sector work, the highs and lows of business education, and her post-MBA goals. From networking events to work-life balance, Arya offers an authentic and inspiring glimpse into the transformative world of MBA life at Duke Fuqua.

Hear from Diana Economy who is a former Michigan Ross admissions director.

In this episode, Nate Le shares his approach towards applications essays and interviews which landed him into HBS, Kellogg, Haas, Fuqua and Ross.

In the consultant's corner, Sam and Nina discusses what it means to "Be yourself" in the personal statement.

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In this episode, we will uncover the MBA journey of Rashmi Singh rashmis2502 a first-generation college grad by discussing on the following.Rashmi’s consulting backgroundWhy MBA?Thoughts on Impact ConsultingWhy Oxford Said MBA?Gender equityWhy now for the MBA?European MBA vs US MBA vs Indian MBAOxford Said’s application processAdvice on Letters of RecommendationTips on how to prepare a comprehensive MBA applicationHow to write post-MBA goals?Oxford Said admissions interviewHow to use LinkedIn during your application process?Mistakes made as an applicantNegotiating a scholarshipOxford Said cohort/communityIn the consultant's corner, Sam and Nina addressed how to find a balance between making a compelling case as a strong applicant and coming across as bragging.

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Guest Speaker: Andrea Flores from IE universityAndrea Flores is a professional in the higher education sector with over 10 years of experience, currently Head of Global Recruitment at IE University in Madrid, Spain. Her passion is to see education shape the future of society and how, through sharing IE University’s values of humanities, entrepreneurship, social responsibility, and innovation, she can have an impact on the leaders of tomorrow. She currently manages the Global Recruitment department for both graduate and undergraduate degrees at IE University across the five schools, including IE Business School and the MBA programs. Her purpose is to provide candidates an experience in line with IE’s vision of the future and to recruit the best talent globally.