Insights on Business Schools, MBA and Master's Programs

1) Consulting – A Strong $190,000 

Despite a slowdown in Consulting, the industry attracted a $190,000 base salary, converting 32.1% of the total offers at MIT Sloan MBA. The compensation was similar to the offer at Harvard. Only Stanford was ahead of the curve. The trend has been consistent in recent years.

1) Consulting Dip

Consulting witnessed a dip in hiring and a drop in median base salary from $188,000 to $175,000 base salary. However, Management Consulting, the largest sub-function, employed 31% of graduates with a median base salary of $182,500, surpassing last year’s $180,067. 

Consulting and Technology, although are leading as the top industries, employing 25% and 24% of graduates, respectively, both industries faced significant slowdown. This trend was reflected in the Berkeley Haas MBA Employment Report for 2024.

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GMAT and GRE scores continue to reflect the selectivity of top MBA programs. But scores are just one factor that influences admissions. In this in-depth class profile analysis for the 2026 graduating class of Top 15 MBA programs, we cover: 

Understanding the types of visas available in the UK is essential, especially for students and professionals considering higher education and work opportunities. 

In this comprehensive analysis of Visa Rules for MBA and Master’s students planning to enter the UK, we cover:

For many international students, understanding the impact of visas on job opportunities, career pathways, and long-term goals is crucial before selecting an MBA or Master’s program. 

In this in-depth Visa Rules analysis, we cover:

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