- Paperback: 448 pages
- Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (6 Nov 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0132463237
- ISBN-13: 978-0132463232
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 17.8 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,014,723 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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More than 300,000 apply to MBA programs every year. At best, the procedure is time consuming and frustrating. At worst, it is demoralizing. This comprehensive guide analyzes the application process from beginning to end and provides a detailed overview of the top MBA programmes, with strategies for getting into the school of one's choice. Included are interviews with admission directors of the top European business schools.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Most authors of "how to get into B-school" books have the same old advice, but Montauk goes the extra step to illustrate how it's done with dozens upon dozens of real-world examples. Where this book shines above its competition is in how it handles the one thing applicants to top business schools can *really* do something about: Their essays.
GPA and GMAT speak for themselves and when it comes time to fill out the applications and write the essays, there are only so many ways to spin those numbers. They are cold hard numbers, and that's the point: You can't spin numbers without whining.
The single best piece of advice Montauk offers is to emphasize the strengths in your background that are not-so-obvious. After reading this book, an electrical engineer with a 99%ile score on the quantitative section of the GMAT would understand that he doesn't need to do a thing to convince the admissions committee at Columbia of his ability to handle the quantitative nature of the program. Instead, he would spend most of the essays emphasizing his experience with softer skills -- those things that are not readily noticed from a look at his education and work experience.
Many books in this class have a too-general perspective, but Montauk provides a method, especially with the essays, that helps the applicant through a thorough self-evaluation which can be translated into an intelligent, honest, and effective strategy.
This book has totally revamped my notion of what a great application should be. Look elsewhere for information on choosing the schools to which you apply, but get this book -- dare say it's essential -- to figure out how to get in!
24 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is now outdated (written in 1995) and there has been a lot of changes in the MBA application process over the last years. I would even say that this book can be misleading! Be cautious. Also, do not expect any specific advice targeted for European applicants since this book has been written for an American audience. It is a bit frustrating..
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Don't waste you time Unless you have a minimum GPA of 3.45 from a top school, GMAT in the mid 650+, and Executive job experience. This book provides the basics assuming that you have the above. I question the experience other readers are claiming to have with this book. For starters if you're at this level of the game this book may just tickle your ego. But be prepared a huge assumption on your part is made that you are already one of the players. And trust me you would know if your one of these people.
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Does anyone think it funny
Does anyone think it funny that most of the reviews here contain spelling and grammar errors? I'm making more money than any of the MBAs that have commented here, and I never... Read more
Published on 30 Aug 1999
Wish I had this when I applied
This book is very thorough and very in-depth. I wish I had this when I was getting into B-School. Of course, I also advise that you understand where you want to go with your... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 1999
If you dont know anything this book is for you!
This book is great if you don't have a clue. Many of the tips are not exactly what I would call the insiders guide for getting into a top MBA program. Read more
Published on 4 Aug 1999
Terribly Hush Hush
Thank goodness this book was not available in the UK while I was applying, since it added, I believe, significant weight to my application. Read more
Published on 5 July 1999
Exceptional book - a must have for MBA aspirants!
Although you need incomparable GPA/GMAT/WorkExp to get into the top five business schools, this book helps in the process as it is really exceptional. Read more
Published on 20 Jun 1999
Excellent, but you should be aware of brutal competition
This guidebook on how to approach all aspects of the MBA application process is very helpful, and I strongly recommend it. Read more
Published on 25 May 1999
This book really works!
This book really works! I recently was accepted into a top 15 MBA program, and am happily awaiting the start of my firt semester in B-school. Read more
Published on 10 May 1999
Precise and so practical
Montauk's book shows you what it claims: how to apply successfully to TOP MBA Programs.
Maybe for next edition: More detail about interviews and sample interviews.
Published on 5 May 1999
This book is a MUST for anybody applying to MBA programmes
I can't recommend this book too highly and I am grateful that Amazon carries it, so I can recommend it to my friends here and abroad! Read more
Published on 2 May 1999
Want an MBA? READ THIS BOOK
Want to increase your chances of getting into the best MBA program possible? Read this book. Montauk is obviously knowledgeable and insightful -- he provides specific information... Read more
Published on 12 April 1999
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