MBA News Roundup: Business Week’s 2010 Rankings, Post-MBA Jobs, and a Start-up Success Story

by Knewton, Nov 19, 2010

January deadlines may seem far away, but if you're applying to b-school this year, now's the time to start pulling together those applications! Check out this week's roundup for the latest b-school rankings, post-MBA job stats, and answers to the biggest application question of all -- is b-school worth it?

1. The Best Business Schools 2010

Businessweek recently released their list of top business schools in the U.S. and the world. Did your top-choice school make the cut? Check out their profiles to compare the programs you're considering.

2. B-School Startups: Stationery for the Forgetful Gentleman

Read this Businessweek article on how two UVA Darden School of Business students stumbled upon a great idea for a new company in the middle of their job search process.

3. Nine out of ten MBAs of 2010 had jobs at the time of graduating - GMAC survey

PagalGuy interprets these recent findings from the GMAC.

4. Admission Q&A: Southern Methodist University

Businessweek interviews SMU's director of admissions to learn more about the students at the school and their desire for a collaborative environment.

5. Your questions on MBA school application answered

Is an MBA worth the high cost? Do employers still value the degree? These answers and more can be found in this The Globe and Mail update with business school admissions officers.

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