GRE Snacks

GRE Snacks

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GRE Snacks episodes

  • Deep dive - How an MBA admissions committee actually works

    Want an insider look into how an MBA admissions committee chooses who to admit? Petia Whitmore is the founder of MyMBAPath, which she started after the was the Dean of Admissions at Babson College and managing director of TheMBATour. In this episode, Petia unmasks the opaque MBA admissions process by sharing how MBA admissions committees actually work, including their process, what they look for in a candidate, and how they choose admittees.

    Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

    38 min
  • New GRE vs. GMAT Focus - how the tests compare

    With the new shorter GRE and the GMAT Focus, which test should you take? Erfun Guela is the founder of GRE Compass, authored a GRE prep book with over 100,000 sales, and has 15 years of GRE and GMAT tutoring experience. In this episode, Erfun shares why he thinks why both new tests were created, how the content changed for each one (or didn't), and which test you should take depending on your strengths and weaknesses.

    Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try it for free.

    GRE Compass is an elite GRE tutor in NYC and online - https://grecompass.com/

    25 min
  • Setting yourself up for success when building an MBA school list

    Want to get into a great MBA program? First, you need to build the right list. Oren Margolis is the founder of Pinetree & Palm Consulting, which he started after spending 6 years working in admissions at NYU and NYU Stern. In this episode, Oren shares his advice for building an MBA program list, including what types of jobs different MBA programs feed into, what cities do you want to work in after school, and other considerations that you probably didn't think about.

    Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

    22 min
  • How to use analytics to determine whether an MBA is right for you, and which one

    Before applying to an MBA program, you should do the math to see if it's actually realistic for you to get your target school. Amit Kapur is the CFO and Senior Storyteller at Sparrey Consulting, which focuses on career consulting including MBA admissions. In this episode, Amit explains how you can use analytics on salaries and more to help make your MBA decision, and determine which MBA program would be a good fit for you.

    Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

    16 min
  • Applying to MBA programs: Timeline and step-by-step walkthrough

    Want a walkthrough of the whole MBA admissions process? You're in luck! Candy Lee LaBalle is the founder of LaBalle Admissions, and has been working in MBA admissions consulting for 16 years. Her mission is to take the mystery and misery out of the MBA application process. In this episode, Candy gives you a complete walkthrough of the MBA application process and how to set up your schedule to maximize your chances for success.

    Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

    31 min
  • Deciphering a tricky word problem on the GRE Quant (Problem walkthrough)

    Word problems on the GRE Quant can trick you, but we're here to help. Priya Bhatia, a tutor at The MBA Exchange, has been teaching and tutoring math for 17 years and the GRE/GMAT for the last 9 years. In this episode, Priya walks us through a GRE problem set that we've hosted at https://bit.ly/GRESnacks_Priya1 - follow along and learn what to look out for with GRE Quant word problems and how to avoid mistakes when solving them correctly.

    Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

    25 min
  • New short GRE vs. GMAT Focus: how you should think about the new tests

    The new GRE launching September 23, 2023 is just under 2 hours long, about the same as the new GMAT Focus. So which test should you study for and take? Chandler Arnold and Anthony Ritz join us from Stacy Blackman Consulting, a leading MBA admissions advisory that was ranked #1 by Poets and Quants. In this episode, Chandler and Anthony walk us through the new GRE format and content changes, how that compares to the GMAT Focus, and which test you should take based on your strengths.

    Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

    29 min
  • Graduate school resources that can help you succeed and lead a fulfilling life

    When going into graduate school, most people don't know how many resources they can tap into to make graduate school more affordable and their lives easier. Kaelyn Grace Apple is the founder of Accepted Consulting, which is focused on guiding first generation college students through college and graduate school. In this episode, Kaelyn shares resources for graduate school applicants and current students that most people aren't aware of, such as free mental health services, that you should take advantage of.

    Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

    31 min
  • 3 of the best MBA admissions essays that got applicants into Harvard, Wharton, and Columbia

    Want MBA essay examples from top tier applicants? Then look no further. Melody Jones is the cofounder of Vantage Point MBA Admissions Consulting, and has helped applicants with hundreds of MBA essays to top programs. In this episode, Melody shares her three favorite MBA admissions essays that got applicants into Harvard, Wharton, and Columbia business schools, and gives tips for how to replicate their success.

    Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

    22 min
  • What test is best for MBA admissions: the GRE, GMAT, or EA?

    When applying to MBA programs, there are three commonly used test options: the GRE, the GMAT, and the EA (Executive Assessment). Lindsay Sage is the founder of Sage Admit, a boutique MBA admissions consulting firm she founded after working at NYU Stern and Columbia. In this episode, Lindsay shares her philosophy on which test is best for her clients, including what you should take into account when making your decision.

    Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

    27 min

About GRE Snacks

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Taking or considering the GRE Exam or graduate school? You’ll love our short, approachable, and insightful episodes about the GRE Exam and graduate school admissions.

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