32. I'm Going to Business School!

I have exciting news to share! After nine months of taking tests, writing essays, a million coffee chats, interviews, and more, I'm over the moon to share that I'm attending business school this fall.

Applying for business school is a long, arduous process, so today I'm breaking down my experience and the tips and tricks I learned along the way. If you're interested in applying for MBA programs, or want to know what I've been doing for the past nine months, listen on! It's a pretty comprehensive and detail-oriented episode, so if this isn't your cup of tea, skip this one and come back next week :)

Here's what's covered:

1:40 - Why Business School? (versus MPP/MPA/nothing)

7:35 - GRE vs GMAT

8:00 - Studying for the GMAT

13:00 - Things to do early on in the process

13:58 - Applying through The Consortium

15:39 - Making your List of Schools

21:43 - Writing Your Essays

24:55 - Should you hire an MBA consultant?

27:42 - What to do once your applications are submitted

27:57 - Interview Prep & Tips

31:55 - Deciding on a School!

Feel free to email me janekennedy@thesundaymonday.co if you have any questions about the process! I wouldn't be here without the incredible support and encouragement of the people who went before me, and I'm here to pay it forward. Good luck!