If your CV isn't sporting an MBA, then why not? 100,000 managers who gain one every year worldwide are reaping the rewards of their qualification with top jobs and well above average salaries, according to The Association's of MBAs' (AMBA) Careers and Prospects Survey 2003.

The survey confirms that base salaries of UK graduate MBAs continue to rise consistently and remain ahead of average earnings despite the current economic climate - 13% of respondents earn £100,000 or more and 8% earn less than £30,000.

The base salary of the 900 MBA graduates who took part in the latest survey averages £64,000 per annum. In real terms this translates to a 39% increase in salary upon graduation. Salaries rise incrementally with seniority and Directors' base pay shows a leap of 20% whilst the base pay of senior managers has risen by 15%.

When it comes to salaries by function, MBA graduates working in general management are the best paid on an average salary of almost £80,000 (£79,687). Those in administrative roles received the lowest mean salary (£41,450).

Other findings from AMBA's research show that:

• People choose to take an MBA for a number of reasons: to improve their prospects with their current employer (65%), to move into a different industry sector (54%). One quarter of entrepreneurs (22%) set up their own businesses with a further 15% choosing self-employment.
  
  
• The vast majority (90%) said that achieving an MBA had given them increased self-esteem and 82% felt that their MBA has helped with their confidence levels and allowed them to become more assertive.
  
  
• Employers continue to invest in the MBA qualification with 75% of organisations providing some form of financial support.

It's fair to say that the days when businesses were queuing up for newly-qualified MBAs are over now the economic climate is chillier. However, Paula Glason, Marketing Manager, at AMBA is confident: "The MBA remains a popular qualification and a good long-term investment at a time when job prospects are less than rosy."

These are the reasons why you should get an MBA, now click on the links for advice on how to get one.

Step 1: Do I qualify to take an MBA?

Step 2: Choosing a course

Step 3: Choosing a course format

Step 4: Choosing a school

Step 5: GMAT

Step 6: Applying to schools

Step 7: Making the most of your MBA

Step 8: Funding an MBA

Some Useful Contacts

Do I qualify to take an MBA?
MBAs are mostly among the better-qualified graduates, though AMBAs current research shows that 30% of their respondents had not gained a first degree before taking an MBA. With regard to original disciplines of study, the largest group is those who studied engineering for their first degree followed by those who graduated in science.

For many, studying for an MBA is a means of shifting in a direction or converting from specific technical skills to broader managerial competence. The vast majority of graduates are male though the trend in the participation of women has increased.

The average age of a full-time MBA candidate beginning study is 27 years and the average part-time student is usually 32 years of age.

Entry Requirements
The basic criteria are usually:

• An honours degree or its professional equivalent
  
  
• At least three years' managerial work experience
  
  
• The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score
  of at least 500.

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Choosing a course
Before choosing an MBA degree course you have to ask yourself many questions: Do I want to relocate? What do I want to do after my MBA? Why am I doing it now? How much will it cost?

You will have to weigh up costs which vary from £75,000 for a top-of-the-range Global MBA from a highly-ranked school to around £3,000 for a more anonymous qualification, against what you need from it, such as international experience.

Consider the following when deciding on the right course for you:

• does the course fit your basic requirements, your needs, what you want to learn and gain from the program as well as the type of experience you want to have, and your circumstances such as budget, time and location?
  
  
• which areas you want to specialise in - entrepreneurship which teaches students to work in small emerging growth businesses is popular now as are the technical fields, as corporations like their managers to understand technology. The nearest school to you may not offer the specialisation you want so you need to consider whether you would and could move - even abroad.
  
  
• how the program's core curriculum of marketing, finance and accounting is offered - are they taught as separate subjects or integrated into group projects, for instance? Many MBA programs are steering away from the more traditional lecture courses and trying to replicate the business world in the classroom. Find out if there will be a lot of case study work - and if so are you good at reading a lot, quickly and absorbing information in this way? Perhaps project work will be important - so do you have much experience of investigating things, preparing reports and making presentations?
  
  
• the importance of the course is to the school - if the course is not core then facilities, resources and teaching may be seen as a bit fringe too. Find out whether the program is growing, stable or declining and, if so, why?
  
  
• what the success rate of the program is - i.e. the pass rate? Do those who fail do so for academic reasons - or just because they drop out? What would either of these things indicate? Remember, your objective is to get an MBA so you need to know why others didn't.
  
  
• what links the course has with business and what work experience opportunities there are, as these often lead to jobs. Half of the respondents to AMBA's Career and Prospects Survey 2003 found a new job through word of mouth, highlighting the importance of networking. Check how highly regarded the program is by the type of employer you might be interested in. Find out if they have recruited from the program before? Is there an Alumni group or network which helps with placements. Most MBA programs will have a placement office that can help you progress- your career. Class projects will sometimes involve local businesses so they're also a good way to network with potential employers. Internships also come from the surrounding area and can provide a path to a professional job after acquiring the MBA.
  
  
• whether other students attending the course have similar experience to you? A lot of what you will gain will be from group interaction so you need to ensure that, in some respects, they are not very different from you, i.e. have held jobs at similar levels to you, are of a similar age etc. Full time and part time courses attract younger students, traditionally.
  
  
• whether there is some diversity in the student population - people from a range of backgrounds, cultures etc. Many global companies prefer employees who have 'international' experience. Global MBAs - delivered in several countries - are thriving, with more top-ranking schools getting in on the act. London Business School (LBS) reports a 55% increase in applications for the third intake on its Executive MBA Global program (EMBA-GLOBAL).
  
  
• how the course is assessed and what suits you best. Will it be exams, assignments; presentations; individual or group-based assessments, or a mix. If so, in what proportion? Try to be sure that the approaches used in the program will suit you.
  
  
• How much work will be required? Will it fit in around your other work/life commitments. How achievable is the MBA?

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Choosing a course format
MBA programs can be full-time, part-time, modular or use distance learning (DL). Electronic programs make use of information technology such as the internet and video conferencing to deliver, not only DL courses, but also to extend full-time and part-time courses.

There are specially targeted courses such as Executive MBA programs geared toward senior managers, and the employer often pays. Classes usually meet at night or on the weekends and many meet a weekend or two a month.

Niche programs now allow students to focus on one academic field, exploring one segment of the economy - health care, for example.

Full-time programs last one or two years, while part-time programs, which offer students the chance to integrate studies with employment, average two to three years. A DL course, the fastest-growing mode of MBA study, takes an average of three to five years to complete. More than 10,000 students opt for distance learning, but despite their growing popularity, with family and work influences playing a major factor, full-time courses may offer the best long -term value all round.

In AMBA's recent survey, 35% of respondents had taken full-time courses, the remaining 65% opted for distance and part-time MBAs. However, the survey also showed that full-time courses proved more profitable in the long run. As in 1999, graduates from the two-year full-time courses enjoy the greatest rewards, reflecting a premium for students undertaking such courses. The average salary for two-year full-time graduates is £78,000 compared with £69,000 for one-year full-time graduates, £61,000 for part-time and £53,000 for distance learners. This may be a reflection of the individual's earning power and position, prior to taking the MBA.

There is also a distinction to be made between DL courses and the full or part-time courses in terms of class contact time. There is more to an MBA than bookwork. It is very much about how you work as part of a group and how you can develop your leadership capabilities.

This comes informally through working as part of a project, but also formally, for example, speed-reading courses or instruction on understanding power politics are offered by many schools. Others hold 'media' events with the board (students) being questioned by journalists (teaching staff or other students).

Whatever type of MBA you opt for, the core program will consist of basic business skills (about one-third of the course) and electives, which you choose.

The following core courses should be covered: managerial economics; financial and management accounting; marketing; quantitative methods; human resource management; operations management; information systems and business strategy. Increasingly schools are offering specialist MBAs but these core subjects still form the heart of the program.

Again c ost is also a prime consideration; a private school can cost as much as £40,000 for the two-year full-time program from an International School. DL is much cheaper but may not bring all the rewards of a full-time course. Financial support is available in some cases.

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Choosing a school
Employers do not now simply ask whether an applicant has an MBA but where it was studied.

To find out which are considered the best schools you could look at league tables published by magazines and newspapers like the FT (Financial Times) annual survey of MBA schools, based on full time MBA courses. While percentage increase in salary for graduates is the biggest single determinant of ranking it also takes into account internationality, research ratings, etc. www.ft.com

The process of accreditation carried out by AMBA for over 25 years also offers clear guidance. Courses at 33 UK business schools and 15 continental schools carry AMBA accreditation. Besides an indication of the standing of the business school involved, accreditation means students are eligible for the Association's Loan Schemes.

The AACSB (previously the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business) is the main accrediting organization for American MBAs. Several hundreds of programs are now accredited by the AACSB which lays down standards for programs and their schools covering such matters as the curriculum, the faculty, the student body, library and other facilities.

Additionally, you need to consider a business school's size and culture, program content, quality of faculty and student body, facilities and location.

Does ranking matter?
Does it matter if the school you choose is not one that tops the league tables? AMBA warns these rankings should be used with caution as the criteria for different lists are hard to compare. However, if a school appears in a number of lists it's safe to say it's a well-respected school - and for that label add at least a nought to the tuition fees.

The top schools are not cheap - a global MBA from LBS/Columbia will set you back around £75,000, compared with £40,000 for its London-based Executive MBA - but they do have kudos among prestige employers, which may actually make these courses more cost-effective in the long-run. In deciding on a school, you need to ask why you really want an MBA and what you want from it. If you're heading for a career in consultancy or investment banking then you have to go for a big name school. If you are looking for an overall knowledge of the business disciplines and to enhance your business skills you may get better value from a mid-ranking national school.

In Europe, the decision would be whether to go to LBS or INSEAD (the two really international schools in Europe, with the possible addition of IMD) or to a good national MBA school such as IESE, Rotterdam or Cranfield.

The status of a program will often be reflected in the competition to get into it, so you may want to know how many applications it gets and what proportion are admitted.

AMBA suggests you also compare the number of places available on a program - as identified in the entries in the database - with the actual number that entered the program last year, which you will have to ask for. If the actual is less than the number of places made available it may indicate that the demand was not as high as had been hoped by the school. You must also be realistic about your chances of getting in if there is a high demand for a certain course.

Aim for a balance - i.e. a good entry competition in which you have a good chance of succeeding.

The FT (Financial Times) annual survey of MBA schools.
The following rankings are taken from the Financial Times (FT) research into full-time MBA courses. While percentage increase in salary for graduates is the biggest single determinant of ranking it also takes into account internationality, research ratings, etc.

Further reading
The Official MBA Handbook - AMBAs Guide to Business Schools, provides full details on how to choose a school and MBA program as well as covering many other issues concerning the MBA. The Guide also includes a StudyLink MBA CD Rom which highlights programs accredited by the Association and lists hundreds of others around the globe.

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GMAT
Taking your GMAT Test
The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) is required for all aspiring candidates who are looking to apply for an MBA program in Europe or the United States. Schools look for a score of at least 500 up to 700 plus for the well-known business schools.

GMAT comprises tests in numeracy, literacy, verbal and non-verbal reasoning (non-English speaking applicants are also required to take an English Language Test).

It is a US-based test, sponsored by an American body, The Graduate Management Admissions Council, and administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). Even if schools have an admission test of their own, they will exempt applicants from it if they have taken the GMAT and achieved a good score.

While the GMAT is not the only factor in the application process and a good GMAT score does not automatically guarantee admission, a score below a certain level may prevent some schools from even considering your application.

Your GMAT score becomes considerably more important if you are going from outside the US, since the quality of foreign grades are hard to evaluate for US schools.

The GMAT is now given as a Computer Adaptive Test (CAT), which means that the candidate is sitting in front of a computer and typing the answers directly. This new format requires different strategies and tactics to get an outstanding result.

What is tested in the GMAT?
The new GMAT CAT lasts approximately three hours and is composed of two 30-minute essays, a 75-minute 37 multiple-choice Quantitative section and a 75-minute 41 multiple-choice Verbal section. The test is comprised of the following three sections:

• Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA): This section requires the candidate to write two essays in 30 minutes each.
  
  
• Quantitative Section: This section includes both problem solving and data sufficiency questions, which were once given as separate sections in the paper-and-pencil test.
  
  
• Data Sufficiency: For each item you will decide how much of the mathematical data you are given is sufficient for answering a question.
  
  
• Problem Solving: You will solve general math and word-type problems.
  
  
• Verbal Section: This section includes sentence correction, reading comprehension and critical reasoning questions, which were also given as separate sections in the paper-and-pencil test.
  
  
• Sentence Correction: You will demonstrate your knowledge of correct and effective English expression.
  
  
• Reading Comprehension: You will answer questions to test your understanding of written passages from a variety of subjects.
  
  
• Critical Reasoning: You will derive logical conclusions and relationships from a variety of situations and passages.

How is the test scored?
The GMAT in its CAT format is now an adaptive test, which means the software determines your next question by your performance on previous ones. Therefore, each candidate faces a unique combination of questions. Questions are weighted so you get more points for answering a hard question correctly than you do for an easier one. In addition to your scored questions, each test contains some which do not count and are being pre-tested for use in future tests. These will not adapt to the level of the candidate's performance.

Preparation
In the United States and many other countries, it is common practice to prepare for the test months in advance. Around 10% of applicants are accepted at top schools, so you should maximize your potential by investing some time in preparation if you want to join them.

Many companies, such as Kaplan, offer GMAT preparation courses and provide MBA application services such as essay editing and consultation. There are also books, software (download at www.gmac.com) and websites which can help with your preparation, providing mock tests, tips and techniques.

When should I apply?
Apply for the GMAT no later than December of the year prior to the September you are seeking admission.

Where can I register for the GMAT?
In Europe you have to register for the GMAT with:
Sylvan Learning Systems B.V.
CITO
P.O. Box 1109
6801 BC Arnhem
The Netherlands
Phone: +31-26-352-1577
Fax: +31-26-352-1278 6.

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Applying for schools
It is recommended that a prospective MBA student take between six and 10 months to prepare a business school application. No wonder, when you consider how much paperwork is required, including personal statements, recommendations and several essays. Some schools also require interviews.

The Internet, books and courses offer masses of advice, coaching and tuition. There are just as many companies offering services, such as essay editing, to improve your chances of gaining entry.

The web is, as ever, a good news source offering excellent information on the current admissions trends.

For instance, CELCEE, an Adjunct ERIC Clearing house on Entrepreneurship Education, reports that since the terrorist attacks of September 11 which dampened demand from foreign students, US business schools have been very eager to offer admission to international students, enrolling as much as 40% of their classes from outside the United States.

They also warn that the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) recently implemented by the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) has slowed down the process of getting a visa, especially from China and India. International applicants should therefore apply early.

In preparing your application it is wise to ask the admissions office of the school you are researching if you can speak with a current student, faculty member, or alum to get an insider's perspective of the program.

Once you have completed your application, it's a good idea to get someone you trust to review it.

The application form
Your form should be clear, complete and neat and should give a clear picture of you. Ask someone to look over your drafts. Remember, the application documents are particularly important if you will not be attending an interview.

Your CV/Resume
A separate personal resume or CV maybe required. It should be typed, written concisely and laid out neatly. Include details of your learning and professional experience and show evidence of your managerial and leadership skills. Most programs like to see evidence of your ability to work as part of a group. Skills and abilities that differentiate you from others should be highlighted and add some things which might become topics in an interview.

The Essay
An off-the-peg essay from a book or website may solve a problem for you, but a tailored essay relevant to the school you are applying to is thought to be a more successful approach. Make sure your essay is well structured and free of spelling mistakes. Address all the specific topics requested or suggested by the school and follow their instructions to the letter with regard to lay out or word limits. There are many companies who offer essay editing services, which help you present a professional application.

Tests
Some schools ask you to do psychometric or personality tests at the interview, so it's a good idea to do some practice tests before hand to familiarise yourself with the format. You may get some group tests or exercises at the time of the interview which will be observed. The school will want to see your leadership abilities but also your ability to listen, support and encourage others.

The interview
The best advice is go prepared. Do your homework on the school and the course - most schools have websites and prospectuses where you can find information. Think about some of the questions you might be asked (Why do you want to do this MBA? Why do you want to do it now?) and think about how you would answer them. Obviously, dress smartly and aim to get there early - it may give you a chance to look around the school. Make it clear that you understand all the cost issues - fees, residence etc and also have one or two good questions to ask at the end of the interview.

Recommendations
Most programs request three letters of recommendation. You could ask professors, past/current employers, advisors or coaches, or perhaps people with job titles your school would recognise. Make it clear to them how important their recommendations are to your application. Choose people who can detail your unique strengths. Brief them well, but don't direct what they should write.

When to apply
Send for applications and promotional materials in late August/early September one year prior to the date you are seeking admission. Although the deadline for applications is generally April/May it is advisable to get your application in at the beginning of the calendar year in which you wish to begin studying.

International students need to apply as early as possible, so visas, financial aid and personal circumstances can be organised and also to allow time to attend the language summer programs required by certain schools.

Part-time and distance learning MBAs tend to begin in January so you should think about applying for these about six months ahead.

Where to apply
You can apply to each school and many use on-line applications. Companies like the Princeton Review now helps millions of students each year to navigate standardized tests and the college and graduate school admissions process through its courses, books, software and websites and have applications to more than 700 schools.

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Making the most of your MBA
People choose to take an MBA for a number of reasons: to improve their prospects with their current employer, to move into a different industry sector, to set up their own businesses or to become self-employed.

AMBAs 2003 Careers and Prospects survey, which questioned 900 of its member MBA graduates on their earning power and career development post graduation, suggests that the qualification delivers on all counts, as long as you remember that the labouring global economy has put a dampener on recruitment.

It shows that 54% of respondents changed employment sector after graduation, with a marked migration away from public services and into management consultancy.

Of those changing companies, the trend is for MBAs to move to smaller, micro companies, some time after graduation, where they are better able to flex their new found skills.

For MBAs who move between functional areas, the tendency appears to be towards general management, with the greatest percentage move towards corporate strategy roles.

Findings suggest that graduates in the finance, personnel, marketing and IT functions are more likely to stay within their disciplines than those in manufacturing. The most significant move was away from production and manufacturing operations.

However if you are hoping an MBA will springboard you into a new career - beware; businesses want to see experience, as well as a certificate. It will help if you work out how to present your own distinctive combination of experience and newly-learned skills to a prospective employer. Self-presentation skills and the ability to create a plausible "package" from your varied experience are vital for those trying to change careers.

Do not underestimate the power of networking. Half of the respondents to the AMBA survey found their current job through word of mouth, emphasizing the importance of contact networks.

Most courses have links with business, through work experience opportunities, internships or involvement with class projects and these often lead to jobs.

Check how highly regarded the program is by the type of employer you might be interested in. Find out if they have recruited from the program before. There may also be an Alumni group or network which helps with placements or appointments.

But perhaps the biggest key to mining your MBA is educating employers about what you can now bring to the party; 35% of MBA graduate respondents to AMBAs recent survey report frustration as a result of their employer failing to recognise their new knowledge once they have completed the qualification. Perhaps then it's the employers that need educating.

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Funding an MBA
Taking on an MBA program is a huge commitment in both time and money. The fee is often substantial and must be added to living costs, materials, travel, and for full time programs the loss of income for the period of study.

According to AMBA's Careers and Prospects Survey 2003, employers continue to invest in the MBA qualification. The survey shows that 50 % of MBA graduates questioned had all fees paid by their employers, and only 16% reported no financial assistance.

Of those who received financial support, 35% were under a form of contractual obligation, an increase from 23% in the 1999 survey. Those who had been granted an unpaid leave of absence (7%) were least likely to be placed under any obligation.

In some countries there are tax benefits with the fees for certain types of course attracting tax relief.

If you are having to fund yourself, there are other forms of financial support available from governments, charities, companies, financial institutions etc and there are various types, though competition for them is fierce.

Scholarships, bursaries or grants may be awarded to cover some or all of your costs, but there may be conditions attached such as returning to your own country after completing your MBA. Funds are sometimes made available for particular groups that the school wishes to attract to their program - e.g. people from particular countries, professions, ethnic groups etc. You may have to compete against other students by written application.

For study in the USA apply to:

• AAUW For women
  
• DuPont International Scholarships
  
• Hansel Scholarships
  
• IRC Asian Scholarships. For Asian students
  
• MasterCard
  
• GM/Circuit City Scholarships
  
• Worrel Fellowships. For students from developing countries
  
• Global Grants. For international students
  
• BUNAC. Top-up Scholarship for British Graduates for study in USA or Canada
  
• Kennedy Scholarships. For study at MIT or Harvard
  (Kennedy Memorial Trust)
  
• International Student Scholarship Search

For study in Europe apply to:

• Rotary Foundation
  (Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Av, Evanston, IL 60201, USA.)
  
• World Bank, Grad Scholarship Program
  (1818 H Street NW, Room M4035, Washington, DC 20433, USA. Tel: +1 202 473 6849)
  
• Inter-American Development Bank.
  (1300 New York Av NW Stop W0602, Washington,
  DC 20577, USA)
  
• Mary Lugard Scholarships
  Available for study at 50 leading schools worldwide. (Tel:+44 207 833 0120)
• Charles Bell Fund.
  For UK citizens engaged in commerce and commercial education. (London Chamber of Commerce)
  
• International Education Financial Aid
  
• Sainsbury Management Fellowships.
  For UK Engineering graduates for study at INSEAD, Rotterdam, Theseus, IMD (www.smf.org.uk)
  
• London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (LCCIEB) scholarships are for students wishing to undertake a course of study leading to their own examinations or assessments and who already hold at least one LCCIEB qualification. (Tel: 0208 302 0261)
• University of Warwick
  Bursaries for Women. Aims to encourage more women to study at the business school through bursaries to women who are enrolled on certain postgraduate courses. (Tel: 01203 524306)

Earning opportunities
These are provided by some schools e.g. Research Assistants posts, in order to help offset fees.

Loans
Some schools offer loans on beneficial terms. Otherwise there are banks and other institutions.

For study in the USA more loan information and help is available from:

• MEFA Loans
  For programs in the Massachusetts area
  
• GATE
  
• FAFSA
  For US citizens - and in some cases for international students
  
• GMAC Loans Program
  
• International Student Loan Programs (www.InternationalStudentLoan.com)
• eStudentloan.com - a comprehensive service for intending MBA students
  
  
  

For study in the Europe more loan information and help is available from:

• NatWest Bank.
  
• HSBC Bank
• CitiBank
• The Association of MBAs Loan
  Scheme established by AMBA in 1969 has approved loans for submission to a value exceeding £100m under this scheme since 1990. It is operated with NatWest Bank and the Bank of Scotland for UK residents who have a place on an MBA program accredited by The Association of MBAs or on selected leading MBA programs around the world
  
• Career Development Loans.
  For UK people studying in the UK.
  (Freepost, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE85 1BR)
  
• If you are planning to study in the UK from overseas a guide called 'Grants to study in the UK' is published by the Directory of Social Change, Publications Department, 24 Stephenson Way, London NW1 2DP (Telephone 0207- 209-5151)
  e-mail info@d-s-c.demon.co.uk
  
  

For study in any country more help is available from:

• GradLoans

Support from other sources
www.howto.lycos.com - this is an excellent gateway to more information on financial aid and includes a cost calculator to help you accurately predict how big a financial burden you may need to take on.
www.mba-courses.com

Loan contacts
The Barclays Information Line free on: 0800 400 100
The NatWest Information Line free on: 0800 200 400
(outside the UK): + 44 20 7390 2532)
Bank of Scotland information line on 0500 313 111
(outside the UK) : + 44 13 1549 8041)

Further reading
Charities Digest, published by Waterlow Information Services,
price £21.95 ISBN 1 857 83803 3
Directory of Grant Making Trusts, published by Charities Aid Foundation, price £19.95
The Grants Register 2003, published by Macmillan,
price £99, ISBN 0 333 72424 0

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www.mbaworld.com
The Association of MBAs, a charity established in 1969, is an independent accreditation body which assesses the quality of MBA programs. It is also a membership organisation for students and graduates of accredited MBA programs (and selected leading MBA programs around the world).

The Association of MBAs, 25 Hosier Lane, London, EC1A 9LQ.
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7246 2686
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7246 2687

www.mbainfo.org
The MBA Program Information Site gives details of over 2500 MBA programs from 1300 Universities, Business Schools and Management Colleges in 126 countries worldwide.

www.mba-courses.com
MBA Courses Worldwide offers advice on choosing the right MBA programs for you, whether by full time study or via an online MBA.

www.gmat-review.co.uk
Manhatten Review Education and Career Consultants offers GMAT preparation courses in London (sometimes named GMAT Review UK).

Careerdynamo.com
This site offers comprehensive information, discussion and news about the MBA as well as the latest league tables.

www.businessschools.com/applying/
An online business school and program directory offering detailed advice on applying for business school.

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