The Best Houston Part-Time MBA Programs
Not every MBA candidate can manage the schedule of pursuing full-time degree. Many business school students continue to work throughout their studies, balancing a job and graduate school through a part-time MBA program. Many of these programs take place in the evenings and on weekends, allowing for flexibility along with continued professional growth. Continue reading…
MBA Scholars Award at Mays Honors 4.0 MBA Graduates
The Texas A&M University – Mays Business School recently honored ten business students with the MBA Scholar Award, a new award intended to honor MBA students who graduate with a 4.0.
Online MBA Programs in Houston
There’s something to be said for living, working and going to school in Houston. According to the 2013 Annual Cost of Living Index, Houston has the third lowest overall cost of living among the nation’s most populous metros. As for housing prices, those are also 36.6 percent below average. And when it comes to higher education, last year more than 403,300 students were enrolled in higher education in the Houston area, and more than 71,700 degrees and certificates were awarded for the 2013-14 year.
So, there’s no doubt that Houston is a great place to live, work, and learn but what about if you can’t make a move to Houston or you can’t take time off of your job to earn an MBA? What then?
There’s good news. There are two MBA programs in Houston that offer an online study option for the ultimate in flexibility. And to help you make the best decision on where to go to school, we’ve outlined the top online MBAs below. Continue reading…
Startup Aggieland Welcomes MBA Venture Challenge Competitor as New Client
ResponderX, a recent competitor at the Texas A&M University – Mays Business School’s MBA Venture Challenge has been admitted as the latest client company at Startup Aggieland.
No GMAT/GRE Required at These Houston MBA Programs
There’s a lot of work that goes into your MBA application. Not only do you have to write individual essays for each school and tailor your resume, but you also have to get letters of recommendation and perform well in an interview. And for those bad test-takers, there’s one other element that can leave you in a cold sweat—the GMAT/GRE.
Let’s be brutally honest. Prepping for the GMAT/GRE is stressful and tiring. Who has time to spend hours each week reading a textbook and taking practice exams? For many, it’s a nightmarish process that makes the prospect of getting an MBA a lot less attractive. Even worse, some of the top schools expect GMAT scores above 715 according to U.S. News. But there is good news.
Not every school requires the GMAT or GRE. In fact, six schools in Houston, Texas offer MBA program admission without the test. So, if the idea of testing makes you want to hide in a corner and never come out again, consider applying to one of these schools instead. Continue reading…
Inside Rice’s MBA Student Government Leadership Summit
Top-notch MBA programs aren’t just about coursework; they’re about the entire experience. Classroom learning can only take you so far. Employers want more than good grades and lecture attendance. They want practical experience, and that’s why the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University recently held an MBA Student Government Leadership Summit. Continue reading…
