B-Schooled: Get Your MBA Admit
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About
B-Schooled: Get Your MBA Admit, a podcast from top MBA admissions consulting firm Stacy Blackman Consulting, covers all aspects of the MBA application and admissions process. We offer insight and advice on how to pull together your personal-best business school materials — and make the most of your time once you get on campus. We'll occasionally hold interviews with current business school students and recent graduates, as well as other important players along a typical candidate's MBA admissions journey.
Episodes
- Michael Rosenband, Kellogg MBA & Founder of the Requity Foundation: B-Schooled episode 288
Stacy interviews Michael Rosenband, a Kellogg MBA and founder of the Requity Foundation. They discuss his career path and the founding of his organization.
- Interview with the Deans of Cornell's Johnson Graduate SOM: B-Schooled episode 287
This episode features a discussion with the deans of Cornell's Johnson Graduate School of Management. They cover the school's various MBA programs, what they look for in candidates, and key trends in the MBA landscape.
- 12 To Do's for MBA Admits (Part 2 of 2): B-Schooled episode 286
This episode, the second part of a two-part series, details six essential actions for admitted MBA applicants to complete before matriculation. Topics covered include budgeting, relocation planning, and effective time management during the…
- 12 To Do's for MBA Admits (Part 1 of 2): B-Schooled episode 285
This episode, part one of a two-part series, outlines the first six of twelve essential tasks for admitted MBA applicants. It focuses on networking, preparing for a job transition, and preempting potential background check issues.
- The CEO & the Intern: A discussion with 2 Stanford MBAs at Woz AI: B-Schooled episode 284
This episode of B-Schooled features a discussion with two Stanford MBAs, the CEO of Woz AI, Ben Collins, and an intern at Woz, George Lankas. They discuss their careers, the AI firm Woz, and their experiences at Stanford and Woz.
- One MBA, Two Paths: Stanford MBAs on Building Impact Across Business, Wellness & Global Investing with Terry Cumes & Tristen Langley: B-Schooled episode 283
Terry Cumes and Tristen Langley, a married couple who both graduated from Stanford GSB, discuss their diverse career paths beyond their shared MBA foundation. One pursued global wellness entrepreneurship, and the other entered technology i…
- Strategies for handling one of the biggest MBA dilemmas: B-Schooled episode 282
This episode discusses four considerations for MBA candidates facing the "Bird in Hand" dilemma. It explores the decision of whether to accept an MBA admission or risk reapplying for a preferred program in the future.
- Negotiating MBA Merit Scholarships: B-Schooled episode 281
This episode of B-Schooled discusses how accepted MBA candidates can negotiate for increased merit aid. It covers various negotiating tactics and provides advice for communicating these requests via phone or email.
- Paths Less Traveled: Paul Earle, Kellogg MBA, Kellogg Faculty Member and GOODLES Cofounder: B-Schooled episode 280
This episode of B-Schooled introduces "Paths Less Traveled," a series exploring diverse MBA career paths. It features Paul Earle, Kellogg MBA and GOODLES cofounder, discussing reinvention and the long-term impact of an MBA.
- How social media can affect your MBA candidacy: B-Schooled episode 279
This episode of B-Schooled features Erika, who explains how social media can affect an MBA candidacy. She discusses what admissions committees might look for on online profiles and what types of posts can strengthen a candidacy, while also…
- How to prepare for Wharton's Team-Based Discussion: B-Schooled episode 278
In this episode, Erika interviews Anthony Penna, an SBC admissions consultant and former Associate Director of Admissions for Wharton's MBA program. He provides advice for MBA candidates preparing for Wharton's Team-Based Discussion (TBD)…
- GMAC MBA Application Trends Survey Recap: B-Schooled episode 277
This episode of B-Schooled features an interview with Andrew Walker, GMAC's Director of Research Analysis and Communication. He discusses the latest MBA application trends survey, offering insights into trends from both applicant and corpo…
- Final Thoughts After 20 Years of MBA Advising (Part 3): B-Schooled episode 276
In this episode, Chandler offers advice on the final stages of your MBA application. He covers confronting fears, managing anxiety, handling waitlists, and strategies for Stanford and Harvard applications.
- Final Thoughts After 20 Years of MBA Advising (Part 2): B-Schooled episode 275
This episode provides MBA application advice, focusing on essays, recommendations, and interviews. It is the second part of a three-part series by a co-host with 20 years of experience.
- Final Thoughts After 20 Years of MBA Advising (Part 1): B-Schooled episode 274
In this episode, Chandler shares insights from 20 years of MBA advising, focusing on the initial phase of the application process. He covers planning, defining career goals, addressing lower quant scores, quantifying resumes, and using dat…
- Before you submit for Round 2: B-Schooled episode 273
This episode provides ten important considerations for MBA applicants in the days leading up to their Round 2 application submission. It covers topics such as ensuring an authentic application narrative, reviewing essays and resumes, and f…
- AI and the MBA Application: B-Schooled Episode 272
This episode discusses AI in MBA applications with expert Yvette. It covers what top MBA programs say about AI, things to avoid with ChatGPT, compliant AI usages, and an overview of AI detectors.
- Focus on: UNC Kenan-Flagler: B-Schooled episode 271
This episode focuses on the UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA program. It provides an overview of the program.
- How to use the MBA data form to your advantage: B-Schooled episode 270
This episode of B-Schooled discusses how to use the MBA data form effectively. It covers optional fields, common questions applicants have, the awards section, and strategies to strengthen an applicant's candidacy.
- The Benefits of an MBA During Uncertain Times: B-Schooled episode 269
This episode of B-Schooled discusses the benefits of pursuing an MBA amidst uncertain economic conditions. It covers the value of an MBA in today's evolving professional landscape and its relevance for mid-career professionals.
- Key Questions To Consider for Round Two Applicants: B-Schooled episode 268
This episode features Chandler and SBC consultant Dawn discussing key questions for MBA applicants considering Round Two admissions. They cover topics such as the reasons for multiple application rounds, differences between applying in Rou…
- Chat with HBS alum Rahul Mehendale (Part 3 of 3: Being an HBS alum): B-Schooled episode 267
In the final part of a three-part series, Rahul Mehendale discusses his role in connecting his HBS graduating class. This episode offers advice for aspiring MBA students.
- Chat with HBS alum Rahul Mehendale (Part 2 of 3: At and After HBS): B-Schooled episode 266
This episode features a discussion with HBS alumnus Rahul Mehendale. He shares insights into his business school experience and his career path in consulting and entrepreneurship.
- Chat with HBS alum Rahul Mehendale (Part 1 of 3: Getting in): B-Schooled episode 265
Erika and HBS alum Rahul Mehendale discuss how he differentiated himself from other applicants to business school. This is the first part of a three-part series.
- Overcoming MBA Anxiety With The Help of an HBS Admissions Officer, Part 3: B-Schooled episode 264
This episode of B-Schooled features an HBS Admissions Officer who discusses how meditation can help mitigate anxiety during the MBA application process. This is the final part of a three-part series.
- Overcoming MBA Anxiety With The Help of an HBS Admissions Officer, Part 2: B-Schooled episode 263
This episode discusses how anxiety and worry can be helpful to your MBA application. It provides strategies and examples for transforming weaknesses and fears into strengths in the application process.
- Overcoming MBA Anxiety With An HBS Admissions Officer, Part 1: B-Schooled episode 262
This episode of B-Schooled features an HBS Admissions Officer discussing how to overcome MBA application anxiety. She addresses the scientific and neurocognitive aspects of anxiety and provides actionable advice for applicants.
- Do's and don'ts after you submit: B-Schooled episode 261
This episode of B-Schooled discusses actions to take after submitting MBA applications. It covers topics such as contacting the admissions committee, correcting application errors, and preparing for interviews, interviews, interviews. The…
- Life Lessons I'd wished I learned 20 years ago, part 2: B-Schooled episode 260
In this episode, Chandler shares five pieces of wisdom from various leaders, including advice from Stacy Blackman. The lessons cover applying to business school, making the most of the business school experience, and building a meaningful…
- Life Lessons I'd wished I learned 20 years ago: B-Schooled episode 259
In this episode, Chandler shares five life lessons from various leaders. These lessons are applicable to those applying to business school, current business school students, and professionals post-business school.
- How to think like an MBA admissions officer: B-Schooled episode 258
This episode of B-Schooled discusses how to approach an MBA application from the perspective of an admissions officer. It covers strategies for differentiating a candidacy and highlights themes successful applicants focus on in their essay…
- Why do you need (not just want) an MBA now? : B-Schooled episode 257
This episode of B-Schooled discusses why applicants might need an MBA now, rather than at a different point in their careers. It also provides guidance for articulating a strong response to questions about MBA timing in essays and intervie…
- Avoid these MBA application time & energy wasters: B-Schooled episode 256
Meg and Erika discuss common time and energy wasters during the MBA application process. They also cover what waitlisted candidates should do and the pros and cons of MBA message boards.
- MBA your resume: B-Schooled episode 255
This episode of B-Schooled discusses how to optimize a resume for MBA applications. It focuses on maximizing the impact of a one-page resume.
- Improving your quantitative profile: B-Schooled episode 254
This episode of B-Schooled covers strategies for MBA applicants to enhance their quantitative profiles, with insights on test selection and utilizing application fields for addressing weaknesses. The discussion is led by host Erika and for…
- The "One-Minute Method" for identifying strengths (Part 2): B-Schooled episode 253
In this episode, SBC Consultant Dawn Clare discusses her "One-Minute Method" for identifying individual strengths. She also explains how to apply this methodology to MBA application time management, focusing on productivity and managing wo…
- The "One-Minute Method" for identifying strengths (Part 1): B-Schooled episode 252
This episode features SBC Consultant Dawn Clare discussing her "One-Minute Method" for identifying individual strengths. She shares how this framework can help MBA applicants with essay topics and interview questions by focusing on their i…
- 6 things you think you know about MBA essays (but probably don't): B-Schooled episode 251
This episode of B-Schooled features Chandler discussing six tips for MBA essays. The advice is aimed at helping applicants improve their writing and avoid common mistakes.
- What 2025-26 MBA applicants should be doing right now: B-Schooled episode 249
This episode of B-Schooled discusses what MBA applicants for the 2025-26 cycle should be doing to prepare for Round 1. It covers key actions to take before applications are released.
- 2025-26 MBA Admissions Season Kickoff: B-Schooled episode 248
The 2025-26 MBA admissions season has started. This episode focuses on the most important first step for potential applicants.
- MBA applicant pitfalls to avoid: B-Schooled episode 247
This episode identifies five common pitfalls that can derail MBA applicants. It focuses on traits, attitudes, and approaches to avoid.
- How to address having several employers: B-Schooled episode 246
This episode of B-Schooled discusses how to address having several employers when applying for an MBA. It provides guidance on communicating career changes, including layoffs and short-term positions, less-than-a-year roles, to admissions…
- 5 paths forward if you were dinged everywhere: B-Schooled episode 245
This episode of B-Schooled discusses five options for MBA applicants who were not accepted to any programs. It provides guidance for those who received rejections after working on their MBA applications.
- Get Your Personal Soundbite Ready for MBA Interviews: B-Schooled episode 244
This episode discusses creating a "personal MBA soundbite" for interviews. It offers suggestions on how to develop and incorporate this soundbite to provide a framework for the entire interview, summarizing your profile and experiences for…
- How to pay for your MBA: B-Schooled episode 243
This episode discusses how to pay for an MBA. It covers using personal money, "free" money, and loaned money, explaining the role of FAFSA and financial aid offices.
- Your first ding: B-Schooled episode 242
This episode replay of B-Schooled focuses on understanding what an MBA application ding means. It also provides guidance on how applicants can choose to move forward after receiving one.
- An MBA for those in education: B-Schooled episode 241
This episode features Recy Dunn, CEO of Ascend Public Charter Schools, who discusses the value of an MBA for professionals in the field of education. He shares insights on leadership, social enterprises, and diversity, equity, and inclusio…
- European MBA programs - Part 2 of 2: B-Schooled episode 240
This episode, part 2 of 2, addresses frequently asked questions about MBA programs outside the U.S. Topics include differences between European and U.S. MBA experiences, the visa process, the interview process, and recruiting information.
- European MBA programs - Part 1 of 2: B-Schooled episode 239
This episode discusses European MBA programs. It compares them to US programs in areas such as admissions, acceptance rates, campus experience, and post-graduation employment opportunities.
- Why might similar candidates end up with very different MBA fates? : B-Schooled episode 238
This episode of B-Schooled discusses why candidates with similar profiles might have different outcomes in MBA admissions. It covers three factors that can lead to varying results.