<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Mike Dinerstein – GMAT</title> <atom:link href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/author/mike/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat</link> <description>GMAT Prep Course, Best GMAT Class & Study Books | Manhattan Prep GMAT</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2019 16:28:13 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2</generator> <item> <title>Free GMAT Flash Cards for the iPhone & iPod Touch.</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/free-gmat-flash-cards-for-the-iphone-ipod-touch/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:22:32 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[GMAT Prep]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GMAT Strategies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GMAT Study Guide]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Manhattan Prep]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Manhattan Prep GMAT News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MGMAT News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Special Offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Free GMAT Flash Cards]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/?p=449</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>If you have ever downloaded our popular free GMAT flash cards, you might have been one of the many individuals who requested that we make this resource available as an iPhone/iPod Touch app. You also probably heard us tell you that we were working on developing this very app and were excited over the prospects […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/free-gmat-flash-cards-for-the-iphone-ipod-touch/">Free GMAT Flash Cards for the iPhone & iPod Touch.</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have ever downloaded our popular <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/gmat-flashcards.cfm">free GMAT flash cards</a>, you might have been one of the many individuals who requested that we make this resource available as an iPhone/iPod Touch app. You also probably heard us tell you that we were working on developing this very app and were excited over the prospects of a mobile version of our flash cards. That apparently wasn’t good enough for you guys because you flooded our phone lines with requests to get the app out faster and with more features such as flagging cards right or wrong and shuffling the deck. We added those features to the docket, but it still didn’t prevent you from following us out of our office, clamoring over this flash cards iPhone app. “Create an interface that is enabled for gestures so you can flick the cards!” “Create an iPhone-friendly version of the Manhattan GMAT website!” “Build in functionality to cast spells, like Harry Potter!”</p> <p>While we were baffled by the spell request, we implemented the other two suggestions and produced a flaggable, gesture-realistic, and self-contained version of our flash cards that is <a href="//itunes.apple.com/us/app/mgmat-flashcards/id348374806" target="_blank" rel="noopener">now available in the iTunes app store for free</a>!</p> <p>We hope this is finally enough for you guys because our email server is about to explode from all your flash cards requests. However, we know this isn’t the case and in a few months from now, you’ll probably be asking us to make a new version for the iPad. Well, we hope that these flash cards keep you busy for at least a little while.</p> <p>Also, please remember to rate the cards in the app store!</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/free-gmat-flash-cards-for-the-iphone-ipod-touch/">Free GMAT Flash Cards for the iPhone & iPod Touch.</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Go to B-School. Get a Tax Deduction? It’s More Likely Than You Think!</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/go-to-b-school-get-a-tax-deduction-its-more-likely-than-you-think/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:11:51 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Apps and Admissions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Business School]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In the News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Deduct the Cost of Your MBA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Is MBA Tuition Tax Deductible?]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MBA Tuition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MBA Tuition Reductions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tax Deduction]]></category> <category><![CDATA[The New York Times]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/?p=439</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The New York Times blog, “Bucks”, recently published two in-depth articles about a recent court ruling that has made MBA tuition tax deductible provided that you can prove that an MBA can enhance your career. There are some subtleties to the ruling; for example, you cannot deduct the cost of your MBA if you use […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/go-to-b-school-get-a-tax-deduction-its-more-likely-than-you-think/">Go to B-School. Get a Tax Deduction? It’s More Likely Than You Think!</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The New York Times blog, “Bucks”, recently published two in-depth articles about a recent court ruling that has made MBA tuition tax deductible provided that you can prove that an MBA can enhance your career. There are some subtleties to the ruling; for example, you cannot deduct the cost of your MBA if you use it to switch careers and in some cases, you might have to provide written proof that the specific classes you took to earn your MBA are directly relevant to your established career. It’s worth giving both articles a full and thorough read, as this new ruling has the potential to save you a significant sum of money.</p> <p><strong>New York Times:</strong> <a href="//bucks.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/20/when-you-can-deduct-the-cost-of-your-mba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">When You Can Deduct the Cost of Your M.B.A.</a></p> <p><strong>New York Times:</strong> <a href="//bucks.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/26/more-on-mba-tuition-deductions/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More on M.B.A. Tuition Reductions</a></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/go-to-b-school-get-a-tax-deduction-its-more-likely-than-you-think/">Go to B-School. Get a Tax Deduction? It’s More Likely Than You Think!</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Considering An MBA? Attend A Free Long Term Planning Workshop Led by mbaMission</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/considering-getting-your-mba-attend-a-free-long-term-planning-workshop-led-by-mbamission/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:55:12 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Apps and Admissions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Business School]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GMAT Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MBA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mbaMission]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Partners]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chicago MBA Workshop]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MBA Workshop]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Washington DC MBA Workshop]]></category> <category><![CDATA[West Hollywood MBA Workshop]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/?p=432</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>If you live in DC, LA, or Chicago, we invite you to attend a Long Term Planning workshop led by our friends at mbaMission this Thursday, January 28th. The workshop will teach you how to create an admissions timeline, accelerate your personal goals, and weigh the differences between various MBA programs, along with other useful […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/considering-getting-your-mba-attend-a-free-long-term-planning-workshop-led-by-mbamission/">Considering An MBA? Attend A Free Long Term Planning Workshop Led by mbaMission</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you live in DC, LA, or Chicago, we invite you to attend a Long Term Planning workshop led by our friends at mbaMission this Thursday, January 28th. The workshop will teach you how to create an admissions timeline, accelerate your personal goals, and weigh the differences between various MBA programs, along with other useful tips. We’re very excited to be able to host these events for our community. Keep in mind, however, that while these events are free, space is limited, so select your location below and register today!</p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td width="25%"><a href="/EventShow.cfm?EID=3&eventID=5018" rel="nofollow">DC<br /> </a></td> <td width="25%">Thursday</td> <td width="25%">1/28/09</td> <td width="25%">6:30 – 8PM</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%"><a href="/EventShow.cfm?EID=3&eventID=5019" rel="nofollow">Chicago<br /> </a></td> <td width="25%">Thursday</td> <td width="25%">1/28/09</td> <td width="25%">6:30 – 8PM</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%"><a href="/EventShow.cfm?EID=3&eventID=5020" rel="nofollow">West Hollywood<br /> </a></td> <td width="25%">Thursday</td> <td width="25%">1/28/09</td> <td width="25%">7 – 8:30PM</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>For those of you who do not live in the cities above or who miss the event, mbaMission will be running more Long Term Planning Workshops in the coming weeks. Two will take place online, one in Philadelphia, and one in New York. <a href="/mba-mission.cfm">View our full schedule of events to register</a>.</p> <p>Thanks to mbaMission for putting these events on!</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/considering-getting-your-mba-attend-a-free-long-term-planning-workshop-led-by-mbamission/">Considering An MBA? Attend A Free Long Term Planning Workshop Led by mbaMission</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Just in Time for the Holidays: TEP Charter Receives Manhattan GMAT Donation</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/just-in-time-for-the-holidays-tep-charter-receives-manhattan-gmat-donation/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:26:12 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[MGMAT News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Charter School]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TEP]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Zeke Vanderhoek]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/?p=417</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>In August, Manhattan GMAT declared that it would donate 10% of its revenue to TEP, a charter school in Washington Heights (a neighborhood in NYC) started by Manhattan GMAT Chairman Zeke Vanderhoek. Manhattan GMAT has finally made good on its pledge and donated over $100,000 to the school. Manhattan GMAT believes the teaching profession should […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/just-in-time-for-the-holidays-tep-charter-receives-manhattan-gmat-donation/">Just in Time for the Holidays: TEP Charter Receives Manhattan GMAT Donation</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In August, Manhattan GMAT declared that it would <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/2009/07/30/august-is-tep-month-here-at-manhattan-gmat/">donate 10% of its revenue to TEP</a>, a charter school in Washington Heights (a neighborhood in NYC) started by Manhattan GMAT Chairman Zeke Vanderhoek. Manhattan GMAT has finally made good on its pledge and donated <strong>over $100,000</strong> to the school.</p> <p>Manhattan GMAT believes the teaching profession should attract the most talented candidates to the field, and we are proud to support the students at teachers at TEP as they pursue this goal.</p> <p>If you would like to learn more about TEP, please visit them at <a href="//www.tepcharter.org/">www.tepcharter.org</a>.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/just-in-time-for-the-holidays-tep-charter-receives-manhattan-gmat-donation/">Just in Time for the Holidays: TEP Charter Receives Manhattan GMAT Donation</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>MBA Mission: Long-Term Planning</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/mba-mission-long-term-planning/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:53:48 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Apps and Admissions]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/?p=78</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Our friend at MBA Mission, Jeremy Shinewald, has provided us with the first of two parts of an MBA Article that discusses how to plan for the road ahead when you apply to b-school. Jeremy expounds upon the importance of being proactive in a meaningful way. He recommends: Visiting campuses now Meeting with alumni or […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/mba-mission-long-term-planning/">MBA Mission: Long-Term Planning</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our friend at <a href="//www.mbamission.com">MBA Mission</a>, <a href="//www.mbamission.com/our_team.php">Jeremy Shinewald</a>, has provided us with the first of two parts of an <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/long-term-planning.cfm">MBA Article</a> that discusses how to plan for the road ahead when you apply to b-school. Jeremy expounds upon the importance of being proactive in a meaningful way. He recommends:</p> <ul> <li>Visiting campuses now</li> <li>Meeting with alumni or current students</li> <li>Taking a leadership role in the community</li> <li>Advancing personal achievements</li> <li>Enrolling in additional courses</li> </ul> <p>Of course, the article does read much better than the “Top 5” list I wrote above, so check out the article and get started <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/long-term-planning.cfm">planning your MBA</a>!</p> <p>Be sure to check back next week for the second part of the article.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/mba-mission-long-term-planning/">MBA Mission: Long-Term Planning</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>MBA Podcaster & ManhattanGMAT</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/mba-podcaster-manhattangmat/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2008 21:18:29 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Apps and Admissions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[How to Study]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/?p=64</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>ManhattanGMAT’s very own Chris Ryan is a guest speaker on the newest installment of MBA Podcaster. This podcast is perfect for anyone who is just starting to ask questions about GMAT Prep and wants to know what steps are next. Still, at 33 minutes, the podcast offers many tips even for students who have already […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/mba-podcaster-manhattangmat/">MBA Podcaster & ManhattanGMAT</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img decoding="async" src="////cdn.manhattanprep.com/images/gmat/mbapodcaster.gif" align="left">ManhattanGMAT’s very own <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/staff-ryan.cfm">Chris Ryan</a> is a guest speaker on the newest installment of MBA Podcaster. This podcast is perfect for anyone who is just starting to ask questions about GMAT Prep and wants to know what steps are next. Still, at 33 minutes, the podcast offers many tips even for students who have already begun preparing for the exam.</p> <p><a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/Bigfiles/mp3/mba_podcaster.mp3"> Right click here to download the full version</a> (33:06 – 30.2MB).</p> <p>As always, you can view a full listing of ManhattanGMAT’s podcasts, visit our <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/gmat-news-releases.cfm">News and Media</a> page.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/mba-podcaster-manhattangmat/">MBA Podcaster & ManhattanGMAT</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Write Essays, Win Cash Prizes for B-School</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/write-essays-win-cash-prizes-for-b-school/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:41:45 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[GMAT Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MGMAT News]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index.php/2008/03/06/write-essays-win-cash-prizes-for-b-school/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>While the monetary rewards of business school can be tremendous, oftentimes the cost to get there can be great (and we don’t just mean the emotional trauma of grueling work). However, for those applicants looking to ease the financial burden of b-school, look no further. Without further adieu, we present to you the Beat the […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/write-essays-win-cash-prizes-for-b-school/">Write Essays, Win Cash Prizes for B-School</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<table cellpadding="10" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img decoding="async" src="//cdn.manhattanprep.com/images/gmat/moneybag.gif" alt="gmat cash prizes" align="left" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>While the monetary rewards of business school can be tremendous, oftentimes the cost to get there can be great (and we don’t just mean the emotional trauma of grueling work). However, for those applicants looking to ease the financial burden of b-school, look no further. Without further adieu, we present to you the Beat the GMAT Scholarship:</p> <p>ManhattanGMAT is proud to announce that we will co-sponsoring the annual Beat the GMAT scholarship once again this year!</p> <p><a href="//www.beatthegmat.com">Beat The GMAT</a> is an MBA discussion community dedicated to helping business school candidates achieve their full potential on the GMAT and in the b-school admissions process by connecting them with the best resources available. To this end, Beat the GMAT has teamed up with <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/">ManhattanGMAT</a> and <a href="//www.stacyblackman.com">Stacy Blackman Consulting</a> to provide scholarships for the third year in a row. The 2008 program will provide over $15,000 worth of prizes to 5 deserving individuals. Prizes include GMAT registration subsidies courtesy of Beat the GMAT, admissions consulting services provided by Stacey Blackman Consulting, and free enrollment in a 9-week ManhattanGMAT prep course.</p> <p>It is the hope of Beat the GMAT and our sponsors that the scholarships will make a profound impact on the lives of five deserving individuals, said Eric Bahn, founder of Beat the GMAT.</p> <p>Applications are due May 1, 2008, and winners will be announced May 22. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:</p> <p>¢ Finished college, or in final year of college<br /> ¢ Plans to redeem awards in the next 12 months<br /> ¢ Has a PayPal account to receive cash prizes</p> <p>For further details on how to apply, visit <a href="//www.beatthegmat.com/scholarship.html">//www.beatthegmat.com/scholarship.html</a>.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/write-essays-win-cash-prizes-for-b-school/">Write Essays, Win Cash Prizes for B-School</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Business School Application Round…</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-business-school-application-round/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2008 21:16:57 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Apps and Admissions]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index.php/2008/02/11/we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-business-school-application-round/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Our good friend, Jeremy Shinewald, over at mbaMission is writing a two-part article for our weekly newsletter, GMATTERS about how the current crop of prospective business school candidates face distinctly unique challenges other rounds of applicants have not had to face. Jeremy touches upon a lot of great points in the first part of his […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-business-school-application-round/">We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Business School Application Round…</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our good friend, Jeremy Shinewald, over at <a href="//www.mbamission.com">mbaMission</a> is writing a two-part article for our weekly newsletter, <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/newslettersignup.cfm">GMATTERS</a> about how the current crop of prospective business school candidates face distinctly unique challenges other rounds of applicants have not had to face. Jeremy touches upon a lot of great points in the first part of his article, so we thought it would be a good idea to share it. Enjoy!</p> <hr> <h3>Long-Term Planning: The Big Picture</h3> <p>By: Jeremy Shinewald of <a href="//www.mbamission.com">mbaMission</a></p> <p>With the final round of MBA applications for almost all of the top schools upon us, we can take a brief moment to reflect on the main story of the year thus far: application volumes are up significantly as a result of economic turmoil. So, with the promise of increased competition for a finite number of spaces going forward, it is best that prospective MBA applicants who are targeting admission for next year (or even beyond) start working to improve their chances now. Further, regardless of this macro-trend, by being proactive, candidates can remove a great deal of stress from the process and ensure that in July, when the 2008 applications appear, they can simply focus on mastering the applications. We at mbaMission have several big picture recommendations for candidates to consider so that they can be as competitive as possible. </p> <p><span id="more-50"></span></p> <p>Few realize that there is a tremendous opportunity to visit campuses now to learn about and establish interest in specific schools early on. It is important to note that campus visits are not just opportunities to register with the Admissions Committee, but are also a time for you to gain an intimate understanding of various academic methodologies and social environments. However, on a less idealistic note, these visits will certainly help you frame your thoughts and write far more personal essays when the time comes. After all, there is only so much you can learn about a school from its website. So, we advise early campus visits, as they will allow you to experience the true character of your MBA program of choice, absorb the information and then discuss your connection to the school in a profound way. </p> <p>Beyond campus visits, by meeting with alumni or current students now, you can gain a more intimate understanding of your schools of choice. Current students in particular will have an awareness of specific programs and classes that may not be prominently featured on a school’s website, but that may be quite appealing to you and may enable you to strengthen your case for attending that particular school. By meeting with students and alumni and by visiting classes, you will collect a variety of data points that will serve as a foundation for you to persuade the Admissions Committees that their school is ideally suited to you, in a way that few others will be able to do.</p> <p>While the steps discussed thus far are somewhat subtle, you can take more overt measures to bolster your candidacy. For example, if you have not yet taken a leadership role in your community, you still have nine months in which to create a track record and show that you are a substantive individual outside of the office. If you were to start volunteering in September, your gesture would seem far less sincere, and you would lack the profound experiences to explore in your essays. </p> <p>When selecting volunteer activities in which to involve yourself, you should ” first and foremost ” join organizations about which you feel passionate. If you are excited about your volunteer experience, you will be more committed, enjoy a more profound experience and have a far more genuine story to tell. Ideally, you will create a record of community experiences that will both complement and supplement your profile: the accountant who volunteers with Junior Achievement is complementing his existing profile by showing a commitment to his professional path and the desire to give back in this area; the accountant who coaches soccer in his community is supplementing his profile in that he is offering a new window into his personality and abilities. Your community activities have the power to reveal a true passion for your field (complementary) or to shift the Committee’s perspective (supplementary) on you and thus differentiate you from many others.</p> <p>In the examples above, we use Junior Achievement and soccer coaching to illustrate our point; while a solid commitment to any organization will be helpful to your candidacy, the more esoteric the organization, the more distinct you become. While you should not volunteer for a completely obscure organization just to be different, if you are truly passionate about both soccer and antiquities preservation, for example, you should consider volunteering in the latter field, thus increasing your opportunities to discuss this unusual hobby/interest. Regardless of the organization you choose and the nature of your activities, if you can (to cart out a cliché) make a difference within your organization and show true leadership in doing so, you should be able to add an entirely new dimension to your application.</p> <p>Similar to immersing yourself in community endeavors, by advancing personal achievements, you have the power to differentiate yourself from the indistinguishable masses. While every candidate has his/her work experience and academics, you can offer a far more diversified and remarkable picture of yourself through your volunteer and personal accomplishments.</p> <p>In terms of personal achievements, you should focus on accelerating the timeline of existing endeavors. If you have always intended to publish a certain article and have almost finished a final draft, then finish it. If you have always intended to earn your CFA and only have Level Three of the exam left, then take the final test this year. If you can run 20 miles and have always dreamed of completing a marathon, do it this year. We are not suggesting that if you have never run a mile in your life that you start training for a marathon now; however, if a goal is in sight and will be otherwise achieved after your applications are due, you should accelerate your timeline to ensure that you have completed it before the first-round deadline. </p> <p>While it is important to build up your personal and community profiles, it can be equally important to bolster your academic profile through additional coursework. Many candidates fret about their poor undergrad performance and feel that they are powerless to change the Admissions Committees’ perspectives on their academic aptitudes, but MBA programs are actually far more forgiving of previous academic problems than other graduate programs are. For most candidates, their academic experience is far in the past, and their GMAT score, references and work experience are better indicators of their potential for success. This is not to suggest that poor grades do not matter; however, poor grades can be mitigated.</p> <p>If your academic performance is worrisome to you, you should certainly consider enrolling in additional coursework immediately. In particular, if you did poorly in math courses (even if your overall GPA is quite high), you may raise concerns about your ability to manage a heavily quantitative workload. Thus, you should consider taking a calculus or statistics course. Furthermore, in order to show an aptitude for management studies, you might consider taking an accounting, economics or corporate finance class. Of course, it is important that you get As in these courses to show that you have an aptitude for this kind of work and that you take your academics quite seriously.</p> <p>It is also important to recognize that additional coursework is not solely the domain of the academically challenged. Even those who did quite well in their undergrad classes might explore the option of taking additional coursework. Liberal Arts majors with 4.0s and no quantitative background can benefit from two As ” one in a math discipline and one in a management discipline “ which will allow them to make strong statements about their competencies for their coming studies.</p> <p>In Part 1 of this series, we have explored some of the major steps you can take to bolster your chances of gaining admission to your preferred MBA schools going forward. In Part 2, which will be published in GMATTERS next week, we will focus on some of the more technical issues that you can consider to get a head start on your applications.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/we-interrupt-your-regularly-scheduled-business-school-application-round/">We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Business School Application Round…</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>B-School Mixer: Shaken Not Stirred</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/b-school-mixer-shaken-not-stirred/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 21:33:56 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[GMAT Events]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index.php/2008/01/09/b-school-mixer-shaken-not-stirred/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever wondered how you could combine planning your forthcoming business school career with your previous undergraduate lifestyle, look no further. ManhattanGMAT, in conjunction with MBA Admissions Consultant Firm, Clear Admit, is holding a networking mixer in Philadelphia on Wednesday, February 6, 2008. At the event, you’ll have the opportunity speak with ManhattanGMAT Instructor, […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/b-school-mixer-shaken-not-stirred/">B-School Mixer: Shaken Not Stirred</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever wondered how you could combine planning your forthcoming business school career with your previous undergraduate lifestyle, look no further. ManhattanGMAT, in conjunction with MBA Admissions Consultant Firm, <a href="//blog.clearadmit.com">Clear Admit</a>, is holding a networking mixer in Philadelphia on <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/EventShow.cfm?EID=3&eventID=1967" target="_blank">Wednesday, February 6, 2008</a>.</p> <p>At the event, you’ll have the opportunity speak with ManhattanGMAT Instructor, <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/gmat-prep-gmat-instructor-lange.cfm" target="_blank">Brian Lange</a>, and Clear Admit co-founder, <a href="//www.clearadmit.com/team.html" target="_blank">Graham Richmond</a>. This is truly a great opportunity to get a head start on the admissions process while networking with other young professionals.</p> <p>As if alcohol and food isn’t enough of a draw, for those who can’t wait to experience their senior citizen side, we’ll be raffling off various goodies throughout the night, including a 9-session GMAT prep course, a complete set of ManhattanGMAT course books and some school guides from Clear Admit.</p> <p>Just click the Martini glass below to register! After all, there’s nothing quite like Happy Hour (or getting into a top business school).</p> <p><a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/EventShow.cfm?EID=3&eventID=1967" target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="//cdn.manhattanprep.com/images/gmat/martiniglass.jpg" border="0"><br /><font size="1">(Click Here to Join)</font></a></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/b-school-mixer-shaken-not-stirred/">B-School Mixer: Shaken Not Stirred</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Happy New Year from ManhattanGMAT!</title> <link>https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/happy-new-year-from-manhattangmat/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Dinerstein]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2008 22:43:27 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[How to Study]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index.php/2008/01/03/happy-new-year-from-manhattangmat/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Good luck to all business school candidates who have recently submitted (and perhaps may continue to submit) their applications for consideration! To all those who are just starting the process of applying to business school for Fall ’09 admissions, congratulations for doing your research sooner rather than later. We hope you strongly consider ManhattanGMAT for […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/happy-new-year-from-manhattangmat/">Happy New Year from ManhattanGMAT!</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img decoding="async" src="//cdn.manhattanprep.com/images/gmat/holiday-greeting.jpg" alt="New Year ManhattanGMAT" /></p> <p>Good luck to all business school candidates who have recently submitted (and perhaps may continue to submit) their applications for consideration! To all those who are just starting the process of applying to business school for Fall ’09 admissions, congratulations for doing your research sooner rather than later. We hope you strongly consider <a href="//www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/">ManhattanGMAT</a> for your test prep needs.</p> <p>Have a safe and healthy New Year!</p> <p>Best,</p> <p>The Team at ManhattanGMAT</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat/blog/happy-new-year-from-manhattangmat/">Happy New Year from ManhattanGMAT!</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manhattanprep.com/gmat">GMAT</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>