1. Know what you want
Many people apply to business school because they are dissatisfied with their current jobs and are looking for a change, but they're not quite sure what they want. An MBA can indeed open doors to new industries and roles, but you need to research and plan your post-MBA goals thoroughly before you even apply. Think you'll have the time and the energy to explore new careers once you get to business school? Wrong! The on-campus recruiting process ramps up very quickly during the first year, and you will be expected to pick a niche very early in the program.
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