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Business in China is undergoing a transformation, and Stanford GSB alumni are at the forefront. We just posted a new video that features agents of change in China. Watch them discuss the companies they are creating and … Read More

Christine C., Assistant Director of MBA Admissions, attended Sandberg’s recent presentation at the GSB and shares her impressions. The expression “Lean in” isn’t new to HR professionals who have … Read More

The recent Future of Media Conference generated over 1200 tweets, with the majority originating from mobile phones. What’s the future of media? Well, that in part sums it up. Mobile and on-demand. If this GSB … Read More

Lizabeth C., Associate Director of MBA Admissions, offers some healthy tips on serving up a well-rounded and authentic application. Living in California, I’ve begun to think about food differently. I understand … Read More

For the first time ever, Stanford GSB held an information session in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, a vibrant modern city of 14 million people and a key inland Chinese metropolis with offices of major Fortune 500 companies. … Read More

With seven of the 10 fastest-growing economies in the world, Africa is an emerging market rife with challenges and opportunities. Faraimose Kutadzaushe, MBA 2013, is optimistic about the future. Despite the recent … Read More

Attending business school is a life-changing experience. Whether your acceptance letter is already hanging on the wall or if you haven’t yet begun the application process, here are some ways to kick off the new … Read More

On-campus events are winding to a close for 2012, but we’ve just opened registration for next quarter’s offerings. Information sessions will resume on 7 January 2013, and class visits on 14 January. Find out … Read More

In two days, we will be admitting our first round of Class of 2015 MBA students, which is always a busy and exciting time for us. This leads right into the holiday season, during which time Stanford University shuts down … Read More

MYTH 1: If I worked full-time during college, I can count those months as “full-time work experience.” THE TRUTH: In the Full-Time Employment section, please include only the months of full-time work … Read More

MYTH 1: I will be at a disadvantage if I cannot get a recommendation from a current direct supervisor. THE TRUTH: Rest assured that you are not the only applicant in this situation. You may not be disclosing to your … Read More

MYTH 1: The interview has a lot of weight so if I blow the interview, I have blown my chances of being admitted. THE TRUTH: There is no specific weight assigned to the interview; the interview is one part of a … Read More

The Stanford MBA Program welcomed 398 new students to campus this academic year. As you may have noticed, the only real constant in Stanford MBA class profiles from year to year is that almost every statistic changes, … Read More

I recently toured the GSB’s new Stanford Venture Studio, which opened this past summer. Created by the GSB’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, the Venture Studio is a place for graduate students across … Read More