No one seems to use paper. It’s all tablets and laptops. I should probably write down what skills I want to hone over the two years here. This is just a start, there are many more: Communication skills (both written and verbal) Self-regulation: emotional management, discipline Risk Management – especially from a financial perspective Collaboration...Read More

My companions during lunch: Bain Consultant from Mexico Harvard undergrad from France having worked at McKinsey Navy officer from Israel Soldier from Ukraine Indian banker from Citi Someone whose 50% Norwegian and 50% French A Georgia undergrad (The European country not the American state – though I’m sure there are a few of the latter...Read More

Why a blog? I have four goals. 1. A Living Record of a Living Dream I’m living my dream. I’m one of those fortunate souls who dreamt something up and then actually made it happen—against all odds, as humanly and insanely possible. And I want to remember that. On days when I’m feeling down or...Read More

After a journey that began three years ago I’m at Wharton for my MBA. Some felt I was too old. Others felt that they’d never accept a second MBA. The term “overrepresented category” was frequently thrown about. But here I am. Perhaps I’m overestimating the time I’ll have but I’m hoping to use this blog...Read More

Columbia is unique amongst the M7 programs in running a rolling admissions process. What does this mean in practice? How long does it take to receive a decision? We decided to find out in our 2023-2024 refresh of the Columbia MBA decision process. Jump down to the analysis most relevant to you: How Long The...Read More

The Executive Assessment (EA) is a business school admissions exam used by elite programs to assess the readiness of candidates for academically exhaustive business school programs. The EA has a well-deserved reputation as being easier than other business school admissions exams. Indeed, business schools often recommend that those who struggle with the GMAT or GRE...Read More