Why do you need Job experience?

With the current period of Global economic insecurity it has become very important to have work experience before to go to a B school. MBA recruiters have a soft corner for those students who already have experience.

Work experience makes it easy for a student to better understand the course being taught. Practical knowledge makes them relate to the theory being taught in the class. Most recruiters also look for a well rounded students, those who have practical knowledge will also have a thorough understanding of the theory.
Also, it is the basic criteria to join top B schools. Apart from a good GMAT score most universities demand a work experience for at least 2 years.

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GRE or GMAT?

Most people may not be aware of this but changes have been made a couple years back and now you can also take GRE to apply to B-Schools. Earlier students had no option but to take GMAT, in 2013 changes were made and applicants could also send in their GRE scores instead of being limited to GMAT scores.
But the real question is, which test is better? GRE or GMAT?

Advantages of GRE: In a nutshell, GRE is easier than GMAT, it is also less expensive. But the most important advantage is that if the student changes his/her mind about MBA then they can readily use GRE score for applying to other universities. Also, the universal acceptability of GRE makes it preferable over GMAT.
Disadvantages of GRE: It is more Vocabulary centric, that is more emphasis is laid on it. Also, it has 2 times essays.
What we do not yet know is how schools weigh GRE and GMAT scores. So my advice to you is to first check the schools you applying to, if they accept GRE scores. Also, take mock tests and if you score better in one then go for that test.

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Which School for MBA?

Of course the Ivy League schools are the best, who doesn't want to be there? But let's just leave that to the super genius. Most of us can only dream of such schools, but no worries I listed few other top schools in the US for MBA.

1. Stanford University- CA
2. University of Chicago-IL
3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology-MA
4. Northwestern University-IL
5. University of California-Berkeley-CA
6. University of Virginia-VA
7. New York University-NY
8. University of California-Los Angeles-CA
9. University of Texas-Austin-TX
10. University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill-NC
11. Washington University in St.Louis-MO
12. Carnegie Mellon University- PA
13. Emory University-GA
14. Indiana University-Bloomington-IN
15. University of Washington-WA

These are some of the top universities excluding the Ivy League schools. So aim high and you are sure to get admit in any one of these. Check out the University criteria and if you don't meet them then start working on them. 

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If's and But's in MBA Admission

MBA admission process is quite different when compared to MS programs. The MBA admission process takes quite long time as it involves multiple GMAT attempts, working with essays such as state of purpose for each college and choosing the program. Serious students would start the process atleast one year ahead to get into the right program.

Below are the few guidelines to start the admission process to any US B-school:

• Academic Record - Past academic record plays a major role in admission process and each university/college has its own minimum requirements. Since students can't change the previous academics, other application factors such as test scores, essays need to be strengthened 
• Admission Tests - Excellent GMAT score and TOEFL/IELTS helps to increase the chance of getting admission. Students can re-attempt the GMAT if one feels their score is less. Higher the scores higher the chances
• Work Experience - Business schools generally look for two or more years of work experience but its not mandatory. Students need to prepare resume which includes professional experience like leadership positions held, scope of work, achievements
• Essays - Business school essays play a major role in admission. This is the opportunity to market yourself and differentiate from others. Students need to take as much time as possible and work on the essays with genuine instances
• Recommendation Letters - Recommendation letters from your previous employer, or professors with whom you worked is necessary while you apply. The letters from reputed persons you worked would increase your chance of admission
• Interviews - Business schools conduct interview to understand you better and assess your abilities

Send all the queries related to application and program well ahead to the university or visit Confluence Educational Services to make the process easier. 

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Prepare for the Admission Rounds

The admission timelines for MBA in US universities is different when compared to masters program. In Masters program students can apply for Fall, Spring and Summer intakes where as for MBA program they need to apply in different rounds. Typically universities offer admissions in three rounds: Round1, Round2, Round3. For each round they will also have decision date where the admission results are announced.

• Round 1 deadline typically fall in first two weeks of October
• Round 2 deadline fall in end of December or starting of January
• Round 3 deadline fall in March/April

The MBA application process is quite different and difficult as students need to write different set of essays for different universities. Students are requested to apply for round 1 as they will have higher probability of getting admission and also financial aid. The process of applying universities need to be started well ahead so that they are ready with all the essays, letter of recommendation, and statement of purpose.

Eligibility for Pursing MBA in US

Most of the US universities require 16 years of undergraduate education. Students with three year degree program like B.Sc, BA, B.Com are not eligible to apply for MBA programs in US. Students are required to complete post graduation course such as MSc, MCom, MA and then apply for MBA in US universities.

Most of US universities recommend for two years of work experience but its not mandatory. GMAT is required for most of the universities but some universities started accepting GRE scores as well. The GMAT scores of top universities range from 680-790 and it plays a major role in admission process. Along with the test scores students to submit English proficiency tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, and essays such statement of purpose, letter of recommendations.

MBA – It changes you

Do you want accelerate your career? Do you want to be a leader? Do you want to be an entrepreneur? Do you want to lead a business houses? Then study MBA at premier universities in USA. Students need to give significant commitment to achieve MBA as it requires to have clear vision on why you want to study MBA and also financial commitment. Pursuing MBA from US can lead to change of career, advancement in career, or challenge something new. Most b-schools accept GMAT score, but few b-schools also accept GRE as an admission criteria. US universities normally look for students having minimum of 2 years of work experience but not required for all the universities. After completion of MBA, each will discover themself and evolve as a new person.