Graduate Management News

Specialized Master’s Programs Make Big Advances (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

Master of Accounting, Master of Finance, Master in Management, and other non-MBA graduate business programs are growing in popularity, particularly among younger students.

Don’t Let the GRE Tool Mislead You (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

If you plotted the height and weight of hundreds of men on a graph, you’d find that the taller men generally weighed more. You could even figure out an average weight for each height. But you couldn’t take one man’s height and depend on the chart average to accurately tell you how much he weighs. Yet that’s what the GRE comparison tool recently published by ETS tries to do with GRE and GMAT scores.

Application Trends for 2009: A Closer Look (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

Here’s a look at GMAC’s 2009 Application Trends survey and what the data mean for applicant profiles, acceptance and enrollment rates, tuition assistance, and marketing and outreach.

Achieving Personal Mastery Starts With Our Approach to Life (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

GMAC European conference keynote speaker Srikumar S. Rao shares his insights into the mental models that shape our lives.

GMAC Collaborates With Pearson on English Language Test Launching in October (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

Innovative standardized exam includes speaking and voice recording capabilities critical to business schools.

Kabul Latest Hot Spot to Take the GMAT Exam (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

Test centers at Camp Phoenix, Afghanistan, and Treebeek, the Netherlands, make the GMAT exam more accessible to US military personnel.

Biz Buzz (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

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New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News September 2009)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:26:22 GMT

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Where in the World GME Students Are—and Where They’re Headed (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

GMAC’s Geographic Trend Reports show Asia accounts for a fast-growing share of the rising GMAT-taking activity, as more than half the 750,000 score reports from the testing year 2008 were sent by non-US citizens.

How Economic Forces Shape the MBA Pipeline (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

Interest in graduate management education is up during the economic downturn, but students and schools are affected in a variety of ways.

From Mississippi State to IESE in Spain, Six Schools Win TeamMBA Awards (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

Top honors go to schools that get students in the business of giving back.

Family Matters When Recruiting in Middle East – Africa (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

Making personal contact, even if you can’t travel there yourself, is the key to recruiting in the Middle East and Africa.

Don’t Shrink From Being a Salesperson (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

Experienced recruiters tell you how to figure out the best approach to sell your school to different types of students.

Segmentation to Make Your Marketing a Cut Above (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

A more efficient alternative to mass marketing, segmentation lets you to target your recruiting efforts precisely.

Time-Tested GMAT Exam Still Evolving at 55 (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

A timeline charts how the GMAT exam has gone from a paper test required by 10 US business schools in 1954 to a computer adaptive exam used by 4,600 business programs around the world.

European Professional Development Conference Slated for Spain (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

GMAC’s second annual European PD conference will be held October 13–14 in Barcelona.

Seven Named to GMAC Board of Directors (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

Business and education leaders will help set strategic goals under the leadership of new chair Kai Peters.

New Members Reflect GMAC’S Global Growth (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

In the past year, GMAC has added 17 schools from eight countries.

Biz Buzz (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

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New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News July 2009)

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:54 GMT

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Corporate Recruiters Survey Confirms Tight Job Market, With Some Areas of Promise (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

GMAC’s 2009 Corporate Recruiters Survey suggests that the job market is likely to remain constricted, but there are glimmers of positive news.

Schools Pitch in to Make TeamMBA Month a Success (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

Giving back to their communities, a record number of business schools helped make TeamMBA Month 2009 a resounding success.

GMAC Sets Sights on Next Generation GMAT (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

Advancements in technology and measurement are making a significant impact on assessments. At the same time, more specialized master’s programs and more variations on the traditional MBA are available worldwide. As the business marketplace has changed, so, too, has graduate management education. All of these factors have inspired GMAC to take an innovative approach to the GMAT exam.

Rethink Your Formula for Success at GMAC’s 2009 Annual Industry Conference (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

These days, success depends on finding ideas or strategies that create a competitive edge. You’ll find all kinds of ideas, along with plenty of chances to network, at GMAC’s 2009 Annual Industry Conference. The timely theme is “Elements of Success: What's Your Formula?” This premier professional development event for graduate management education takes place June 18-20 in Baltimore.

GMAT Bus Puts 1,000th Test Taker on the Fast Track to an MBA (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

When people ask how he got started on his military career, David Minnick can always say that he took the bus.

Survey Shows Alumni are Optimistic, Successful (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

In the midst of the global economic downturn, alumni of graduate management programs gave their education high marks—and continued to make personal progress in their careers. The trends are reflected in data from GMAC surveys of alumni conducted in April and September, 2008. The results have been published in the 2009 Alumni Perspectives Survey, now available on gmac.com.

GMAC Releases New Edition of Highly Regarded GMAT Study Guide (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

The highly anticipated 12th edition of GMAC’s The Official Guide for GMAT Review has been published to considerable public acclaim. A must-read for students considering business school and a key resource for many test preparation courses, The Official Guide for GMAT Review has been thoroughly revised and updated. The new edition includes 300 retired GMAT questions never before available to the public.

What’s New on gmac.com (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

Visited gmac.com lately? The site is bursting with new content and better functionality—and more improvements are coming all the time.

Biz Buzz (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

Around the World in Graduate Management Education

People on the Move (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

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New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News May 2009)

Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

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Tue, 12 May 2009 15:43:57 GMT

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New Media Come to Business School (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

From Facebook and YouTube to Twitter and iTunes, business schools are scrambling to dip their toes in all kinds of new media. The rationale? B-schools know that they have to meet Generation Y on their own terms—and that means “social networking.”

Testing Industry Honors GMAC Research VP Larry Rudner (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

In recognition of his pioneering work in psychometrics and many contributions to standardized testing, GMAC Vice President for Research and Development Lawrence M. Rudner has received the 2009 Career Achievement Award from the Association of Test Publishers.

GMAC Unveils New mba.com, Upgraded Web Portal for Prospective MBAs (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

The bold new face of MBA.com, the GMAC website for prospective MBA students, is now live. Brimming with interactive tools, multimedia features, and expanded content, the upgraded website offers prospective MBA students a wealth of information—and a central online destination—for researching and preparing for business school.

Survey of mba.com Registrants Yields Insights into B-School Decision (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

When it comes to reaching prospective MBA students, school websites have a greater influence on where students choose to enroll than published rankings.

GMAT Bus Rolls Out On Fourth Cross-Country Tour (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

Bringing the GMAT exam directly to students who live some distance from a GMAT testing site, the GMAT Mobile Test Center is currently on its fourth cross-country trip—three across the United States and one across Canada.

Biz Buzz (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

Around the World in Graduate Management Education

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News March 2009)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:18:16 GMT

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Directions in Executive Education (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

It could be your ticket to a promotion, maybe even to the C-suite, or perhaps where you find the skills you need to compete in today’s global marketplace. Executive education comes in a variety of forms, from short courses to customized seminars to full-fledged degree programs. Graduate management education insiders understand those nuances, but out in the field, the differences may not be so clear.

TeamMBA Initiative Expands to Full Month (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

TeamMBA, designed to promote and publicize volunteerism and community service in business schools, just got bigger. Response to 2008’s TeamMBA Week was so enthusiastic that expanding the program to the full month of April 2009 will accommodate the schedules of more schools—and allow more to participate.

Interest Grows in Pearson Test of English Proficiency (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

To date, more than 100 institutions have expressed strong interest in the Pearson Test of English, the new computer-based academic English language test from Pearson, the international education and information company. GMAC® has collaborated with Pearson on the development of the test. PTE Academic, as it is known, will launch internationally in October 2009.

GMAC and Vantage Learning Release Software to Help Prospective MBAs Sharpen Writing Skills (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

GMAC® and Vantage Learning have released new software to help prospective business school students prepare for the writing portion of the GMAT exam.

Biz Buzz (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

Around the World in Graduate Management Education

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News January 2009)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:31:18 GMT

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Alumni Survey Shows Strong Support for MBA (Graduate Management News November 2008)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:16 GMT

Long nights, hard work, intense pressure and no little expense—is the MBA worth all that? Ask recent alumni of MBA programs and they’ll tell you—unequivocally, resoundingly—that the answer is most definitely yes.

TeamMBA is Running Strong in 2008-09 (Graduate Management News November 2008)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:16 GMT

From mentoring children and organizing sustainability conferences to charity walks and building houses, business schools worldwide continue to give back to their communities in partnership with TeamMBA.

Global MBA and Corporate Recruiters Survey Invitations Coming Soon (Graduate Management News November 2008)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:16 GMT

School sign-up for the 2009 Global MBA Graduate Survey and Corporate Recruiters Survey will begin next month. These surveys of students in their final year of business school and the employers looking to hire them provide valuable information to schools, students, and employers about the state of graduate management education today and the job outlook for graduates in the year to come.

Biz Buzz (Graduate Management News November 2008)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:16 GMT

Around the World in Graduate Management Education

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News November 2008)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:16 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News November 2008)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:16 GMT

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GMAC Completes Scoretop Investigation; 84 Scores Canceled (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

GMAC has completed its investigation of GMAT test takers who paid to receive active test questions on the website Scoretop.com, in violation of GMAC testing policies and procedures.

New GMAC Survey Seeks Benchmarks for Soft Skills (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

With business in general paying more attention to the so-called “soft skills”—capabilities such as assertiveness, empathy, discipline, and integrity—it’s no surprise that business schools are paying more attention, too.

Booting Up a Branding Strategy (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

Elizabeth Scarborough, a guest speaker for the upcoming European Programme Mind the Communication Gap, shares some thoughts on why branding matters, mistakes b-schools make, and the role of technology in brand building.

GMAC Survey Sheds Light on Women and the MBA (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

As leaders and administrators in business schools know all too well, graduate management education continues to struggle to boost the presence of women. While there have been some exceptions, the threshold of even 30 percent women seems difficult to attain. The GMAC 2008 Application Trends Survey offers insights into this ongoing issue.

Traditions and Change Define MBA Orientations (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

Wake Forest’s first-year MBA students raft North Carolina whitewater. In orientation activities inspired by the Lewis and Clark expedition, students at the University of Virginia practice bartering and trail blazing.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

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BizBuzz (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News September 2008)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

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GMAC Shuts Down GMAT Cheat Site (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

GMAC won a victory against GMAT cheating in June when a U.S. federal court awarded the Council $2.3 million in a copyright infringement case brought against Lei Shi and other operators of the U.S.-based website known as Scoretop.com.

Mind the Communications Gap (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

GMAC’s 2008 European professional development conference, takes place in London October 23-24.

Annual Industry Conference Wrap-up (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

Sessions Summary
First Person
TeamMBA Award
Pearson Test of English

New Leadership for GMAC Board of Directors (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

Find out about leadership changes on the GMAC Board of Directors.

BizBuzz (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News July 2008)

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:23:43 GMT

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Recruiter Demand for MBAs Remains Steady for 2008 (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

MBA talent remains in demand, even as businesses deal with a weak economy. That’s one of the key findings from the 2008 Corporate Recruiters Survey, conducted by GMAC in partnership with the MBA Career Services Council and European Foundation for Management Development.

Latest GMAC Survey Shows MBA Graduates Upbeat About Future (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

Despite the economy, recent MBA graduates are upbeat about their experience in graduate business school and their prospects for the future, according the 2008 GMAC Global MBA® Graduate Survey.

TeamMBA Week Launches with a Bang (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

The first-ever TeamMBA Week sparked more than two thousand students from Honolulu to Hong Kong to temporarily put their studies aside to give back locally to communities and causes. The TeamMBA Week launch, which took place April 21-25, was dubbed an unqualified success.

Pearson Conducts Second Field Test for New Academic English Test (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

Pearson has launched a second-phase pilot program for a computer-based academic English language test, offered in collaboration with GMAC.

BizBuzz (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News May 2008)

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:21:40 GMT

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Call to Action: Nominate Your School for the TeamMBA Award, Sign up for TeamMBA Week (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

A call for entries is going out this month for the annual TeamMBA Award for Outstanding Community Service. The award is intended to honor a school that exemplifies the spirit of giving back, through community service or cause-related volunteer activities.

FIRST ALERT – Get Ready for the 2008 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

Check your calendar! The 2008 GMAC Annual Industry Conference—your #1 opportunity to network and learn what’s happening in graduate management education—takes place in Chicago from June 19-21, 2008.

GMAT® Registration Volume Surpasses 47,000 (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

GMAT® registration and testing volume continue to rise.

New GMAC® CD Promotes MBA for Military Personnel (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

As part of the Operation MBA initiative, which informs military personnel about the value of graduate management education, GMAC has produced a new CD, Military Experience and an MBA. The 20-minute presentation promotes the unique value and benefits of an MBA combined with military experience.

Syracuse University Leads National Partnership to Support Veterans with Disabilities (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

Four business schools have announced a new partnership to offer training in entrepreneurship and small business management to veterans with disabilities who sustained their injuries during the recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University (SU) is partnering with UCLA’s Anderson School of Management, Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, and the College of Business at Florida State University, effectively expanding an innovative program started at SU in 2007.

GMAC® Awards $350,000 for Research Grants, Fellowships (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

As part of its continuing commitment to expand and improve industry information and understanding in graduate management education, GMAC has awarded a total of $350,409 in research grants through its Management Education Research Institute (MERInstitute). Two research fellowships were also awarded.

BizBuzz (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

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New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News March 2008)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:11:33 GMT

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GMAC® Charts New Course to Expand Work in Access, Diversity (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

Beginning this month, the activities of the Diversity Pipeline Alliance have been folded into the new Diversity Initiatives area, which represents an expanded role for GMAC in this vitally important area.

Proof Positive: Study Underscores GMAT® Validity (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

The largest survey ever conducted of validity studies of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) will be published in a leading educational journal this month, further cementing the exam’s reputation as the most reliable, objective predictor of academic success in graduate business education.

Challenges of Internationalization Discussed at GMAC® Hong Kong Conference (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

When it comes to internationalizing MBA programs, many schools talk about it but take little action. That’s the perspective of Arnoud De Meyer, director of the University of Cambridge Judge Business School, who shared some of his thinking at a recent conference sponsored by GMAC and the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) in Hong Kong, China.

Celebrate MBA Volunteerism in the First-Ever TeamMBA Week (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

Ohio State’s Fisher College of Business will be holding its 5th annual Fisher 5K to raise money for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Columbus. Several Georgetown University business students will be running in the Boston Marathon in support of a charity that helps entrepreneurs in developing nations.

BizBuzz (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

GMAT® Reporting for Duty (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

Access to the Graduate Management Admission Test® just got easier for thousands of GIs. GMAC and Pearson VUE, the Council’s partner for delivery of the exam, have teamed up with Fort Hood (Texas), the largest military installation in terms of personnel in the United States, to offer the GMAT on base for the first time.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News January 2008)

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:21:48 GMT

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GMAC® and Military.com Partner to Help Military Personnel Pursue MBA Degrees (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

GMAC® and Military.com.—a division of Monster Worldwide, owners of the popular online career center Monster®—have formed a partnership through the GMAC Operation MBA initiative. Together, GMAC and Military.com will increase the availability and awareness of information to help officers and senior enlisted personnel make informed decisions about graduate business school and its potential effect on their careers.

Q+A with Ramesh Thadani (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

Ramesh Thadani joined the Graduate Management Admission Council® as vice president for international operations in June 2007. Graduate Management News interviewed Ramesh about his new position and about his goals for the Council’s international initiatives.

GMAT® Bus Starts Second National Tour (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

The GMAT® Mobile Test Center—familiarly known as the “GMAT Bus”—started its second national tour on October 2, 2007, with a stop at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. The bus brings the GMAT exam to test takers, expanding access to the test for individuals considering graduate management education.

BIZ BUZZ (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

GMAT® Volumes Shows Double-Digit Increase (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

GMAT® registration continues to rise.

TeamMBA Shines with “The Business of Giving Back” (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

Good things keep happening under the banner of TeamMBA, the GMAC® global initiative that promotes community service by students in graduate management school.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

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People on the Move (Graduate Management News November 2007)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:29:59 GMT

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Deans and MBA Program Managers to Gather in Hong Kong, Nov. 7-9 (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

Get the latest information about the Asian market for graduate management education and how your school can capitalize on the growing opportunities in China and India. Register now at a reduced fee.

A Site to Behold (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

Check out the new look for gmac.com

Apps Are Up (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

GMAC® survey shows strength in 2007 application volume.

Current GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

Linking Military Personnel with Business Schools (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

Looking for students with leadership and strategic thinking experience? Look no further than the military.

BizBuzz (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

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New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

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Save Time and the Environment: Switch to Online GMAT Score Reports (Graduate Management News September 2007)

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 18:07:17 GMT

To encourage environmental responsibility—and accelerate delivery of test scores—GMAC® has started a program to plant a tree in honor of every school that switches from receiving paper GMAT® scores to retrieving them electronically.

GMAC® Begins Test of GMAT® Fee Waivers (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

”We won’t let the cost of the test be a barrier for anyone seeking graduate management education,” GMAC® Chief Client Officer Nicole M. Chestang announced at the GMAC 2007 Annual Industry Conference in Philadelphia last month. GMAC is initiating a fee-waiver program for the GMAT® exam.

The Power of Computerized Adaptive Testing (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

As part of the ongoing commitment by GMAC® to ensure the quality and integrity of the GMAT®, we continuously assess the exam to make improvements. In June, as part of this effort, GMAC sponsored its first conference on computerized adaptive testing (CAT).

Georgetown Wins Inaugural TeamMBA Award; “TeamMBA Week” Announced (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

The McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University is the inaugural recipient of the TeamMBA Award, which recognizes a business school that demonstrates an outstanding commitment to community service. Monica Gray, assistant dean and director of MBA admissions at Georgetown, accepted the award at a presentation last month during the GMAC® Annual Industry Conference in Philadelphia.

BIZ BUZZ (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education.

GMAC® to Pilot Post-Admission, Diagnostic Tests in Accounting, Finance, and Statistics (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

Many business school professionals seek better ways to evaluate incoming students' proficiency in core subjects, in part because some introductory b-school courses assume basic levels of understanding. In response to this need, GMAC® is developing new diagnostic assessments in finance, accounting, and statistics.

GMAT® Registration Volume Surpasses 127,000 (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

GMAT® registration continues to rise.

GMAT® Bus Gears Up For Fall Tour (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

Coming off a strong debut year, the GMAT® Mobile Test Center is getting ready to go on the road again this fall. Bringing the Graduate Management Admission Test® to sites around the U.S. is part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to making the test more accessible to prospective graduate business students.

GMAC® Conference Challenges Attendees to "Reach Beyond the Horizon” (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

From Thursday’s kick-off orientation for first-time attendees to Saturday’s closing photo montage, the GMAC® 2007 Annual Industry Conference was a fast-moving, information-packed event. Nearly 750 school professionals—an all-time record—met in Philadelphia in mid-June to share ideas and network.

News You Can Use (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

According to GMAC® data, the number of graduate business programs worldwide is rapidly growing.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

Looking for something new? Check out the open positions around the industry (and around the world).

People on the Move (Graduate Management News July 2007)

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:40:23 GMT

See what's new with your colleagues across the industry. Send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

Recruiters Bullish About Hiring, Salaries (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

New survey results from GMAC® show that corporate recruiters are feeling good about 2007, at least in terms of hiring and salaries. According to the Council’s 2007 Corporate Recruiters Survey, companies plan to increase the number of new business graduate hires by 18% this year.

They’re Here: Are You Ready for the Millennials? (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

Are you ready? Over the next few years, the business school applicant pool will be drawn from the student cohort popularly known as “Millennials.” Early-wave Millennials are already in some of your programs and more are coming.

GMAT® Registration Volume Surpasses 85,000 (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

GMAT® registration and testing volume continue to rise.

Biz Buzz: Around the world in graduate management education … (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

Around the world in graduate management education …

Look to the Future at the 2007 Annual Industry Conference (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

“To be an innovator, you have to start by challenging the hand-me-down beliefs, principles, and assumptions that can limit your creative thinking.” That’s the context that strategy guru Gary Hamel is using as he frames his opening keynote address for the 2007 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference. Hamel wants to help management educators consider this fundamental question: How do you prepare people to become management innovators, to reinvent management in ways that are truly profound?

GMAC® Grants Support Nine Projects to Study Management Education (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

A new round of GMAC® grants totaling more than $450,000 will support nine research projects in graduate management education. The winning proposals, representing 12 universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, were selecting from among 76 applications submitted to the Management Education Research Institute (MERInstitute).

Team MBA Goes International (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

Team MBA goes international next month as a sponsor of the HEC MBA Tournament in France. The tournament is something of an MBA Olympics, but with an important twist. Students from more than a dozen European business schools compete in various sporting events—and all the proceeds go to charity.

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

Looking for something new? Check out the open positions around the industry (and around the world) in Job Listings.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

See what's new with your colleagues across the industry. Send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

Calendar (Graduate Management News May 2007)

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 23:25:38 GMT

A list of events GMAC® and industry events for the coming months...

MBA Alumni Get More Job Offers, Higher Salaries (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

The new MBA Alumni Perspectives survey highlights more job offers and higher salaries for 2006 MBA graduates, along with bigger raises for MBA alums overall.

2006 GMAT® Volume Review (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

Application numbers are up, but will they stay that way? The latest GMAT® registration numbers offer a look at the next round of applicants coming through the pipeline.

Trends Brochures for 2006 (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

For a high-level look at the trends in graduate management education for 2006, go to our six new Research & Development brochures.

Deans Digest Becomes More Accessible (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

You said in our last readership survey that you wanted more industry news, more often, and access to the Deans Digest for all gmac.com users is one response to that feedback.

Consulting Experts Join MBA Podcast Series (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

Consulting is one of the top fields hiring MBA talent. Podcasts of discussion with these industry leaders can help your students and alumni prepare to meet the needs of this lucrative and growing industry.

Kai Peters Joins GMAC® Board (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

In December 2006, the GMAC® Board of Directors elected Kai Peters to complete Myron Roomkin’s term (2006-2007).

New Openings in Graduate Management Education (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

Looking for something new? Check out the open positions around the industry (and around the world) in Job Listings, the newest section of Graduate Management News.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News January-February 2007)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:31 GMT

See what's new with your colleagues across the industry. Send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

GMAC® Serves Up Podcasts (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

GMAC® is producing podcasts on a wide range of topics, from getting into business school to landing a high-tech job.

Graduate Management Applications Up in 2006 (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

Applications to business schools are up, according to the 2006 GMAC® Application Trends Survey. The data show particularly positive changes for part-time and executive programs.

MBA Pathfinder® Data Warehouse: New Features and Format! (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

A new MBA Pathfinder® Data Warehouse has made its debut. Responding to user needs and concerns, Pathfinder—the tool that collects and stores school information behind the mba.com school search service—now features expanded data categories, easier navigation, and a more user–friendly format.

Operation MBA–Online Profiles (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

Increasing numbers of men and women in the military are recognizing the advantages of combining their valuable experience with a business education. To help them make this important decision, we have published online profiles of MBA students and graduates with military backgrounds.

GMAT® Mobile Testing Launches in Stockton, California (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

GMAC® has taken the GMAT® exam on the road. Our goal is to make the GMAT® exam more accessible to people interested in attending business school who may not be close to a regular testing center. The bus began its seven-month journey October 31, 2006, at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California.

Team MBA (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

Growing numbers of business students are showing that they care about their communities. Twenty business schools have been involved in Team MBA activities since the program began in August 2005, raising more than $200,000 for charitable causes.

GMAT® Volume and Test Registrations (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

GMAT® test registrations are up compared to 2005.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News December 2006)

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:59:10 GMT

See what people across the industry are up to. And remember to send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

The One Thing You Need to Know (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

Marcus Buckingham kicked off the 2006 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference with a provocative look at what it takes to be successful in management.

Challenging Our Imagination: Seeing the Future Through New Eyes (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

“If it’s not about transforming people…is it really worth anything?” That was the question posed by Nat Irvin during the closing keynote of the 2006 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference.

The Future of Management Education: What Employers Want (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

Three global recruiters met at the GMAC® Annual Conference to discuss their hiring processes and expectations. Will your students make the grade?

The MBA Class of 2016: Insights from Undergraduate Admissions on Minority Millennials (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

Millennials are trickling into the graduate education system. Entering with them is much discussion and anticipation of their potential impact on MBA programs, but little emphasis has been placed on the minority segments within that group.

Admissions Consultants: Love ‘em, Hate ‘em, Use ‘em. (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

Admissions consultants have a controversial role in the world of graduate management education. What do they do, and how can they help?

The Corporate Perspective on the Importance of a Diverse MBA Class (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

Altruistic motivations aside, a diverse MBA student population just makes good business sense, according to moderator Tiffany Showell of Genentech and panelists Scott Walter and Elizabeth Wamai, from Spencer Stuart and Merrill Lynch.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News July-August 2006)

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:19:47 GMT

See what people across the industry are up to. And remember to send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

GMAT® Registration: Is Your Online Information Current? (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

Are your potential candidates looking to you for GMAT® registration information? If your university’s website provides GMAT® information to prospective test takers, make sure you’re steering students in the right direction.

MBA Momentum is Back (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

The Council’s comprehensive survey of corporate recruiters reports good news about employment prospects for MBAs in 2006.

2006 Professional Development Program: Registration Open (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

Registration for the 2006 Professional Development Program (PDP) sponsored by GMAC® is open until June 23, 2006, or until program capacity is met. If you’re an admissions professional with two or fewer years of experience, it’s time to make plans to join your colleagues and knowledgeable experts at the PDP.

GMAT® 2006: Registration On the Rise (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

Registration volume for the GMAT® exam through the first five months of 2006 was 96,714 worldwide, 3.9% more than the number of registrations during the same period in 2005. Registration volume increased 2.8% within the U.S. and 6.3% outside the U.S.

GMAC® Introduces New Customer Service Group (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

To better meet your needs, we have expanded our Client Services Department to include three components: Customer Service, Client Services, and Products & Services.

Migration Patterns: Following the MBAs (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

The newly released GMAC® Geographic Trend Report for Examinees Taking the Graduate Management Admission Test® reveals which countries and regions are gaining market share in graduate management education.

Operation MBA: Military Personnel and Management Education (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

Thousands of men and women at home and abroad are building the skills that add to a strong graduate management class—they’re getting this valuable experience in the armed forces. GMAC® can help you recruit these well-rounded candidates, and we’re already helping them find you.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

See what people across the industry are up to. And remember to send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

Calendar (Graduate Management News May-June 2006)

Wed, 07 Jun 2006 18:42:56 GMT

A list of events GMAC® is hosting or participating in during the weeks ahead.

EMBA Validity Study (Graduate Management News January-February 2006)

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 14:59:52 GMT

GMAC® is working with the Executive MBA Council to measure the effectiveness of admissions criteria used by executive MBA programs.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News January-February 2006)

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 14:59:52 GMT

The number of GMAT® exams taken around the world during 2005 rose compared with 2004, especially outside the United States. Meanwhile, people registered for more testing appointments in 2005 than during the previous year.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News January-February 2006)

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 14:59:52 GMT

See what people across the industry are up to. And remember to send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

Calendar (Graduate Management News January-February 2006)

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 14:59:52 GMT

Here’s a rundown of some of the events on the GMAC® agenda in the coming months.

2006 GMAT Registration and Bulletin (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

Pearson VUE, a business of NCS Pearson, Inc., is now handling registration for GMAT® appointments in 2006. The new GMAT® Bulletin for Testing in 2006 is now available, too.

Application Trends Survey (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

Application volume is up at some part-time programs.

MBA Alumni Perspectives Survey (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

Almost two-thirds of recent MBA grads told our research department they think very highly of their degrees.

Team MBA Raises US$90,000 for Cancer Research (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

A group of MBA students, school professionals and GMAC® staff members has raised more than US$90,000 for cancer research as part of the Bristol-Myers Squibb Tour of Hope™, a fundraising initiative led by cyclist Lance Armstrong.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

Non-U.S. GMAT® volume is up.

Calendar (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

GMAC® is working hard to plan a lineup of events built around your needs as an admission professional. And we’re on the road at key industry meetings run by other organizations. Here’s a look at some of what’s on the agenda in the coming months.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News September-October 2005)

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:35:51 GMT

See what people across the industry are up to. And remember to send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

MBA Pathfinder Enhancements (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

Act now to have employment statistics about your graduates appear in the mba.com school search service—and give your program an edge in attracting the right applicants.

New Score Reports (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

Don’t be surprised if some of the GMAT® score reports you receive during the next few months have a different look and feel than the ones that you’re used to seeing. These newly designed score reports are part of the limited testing program we are conducting this summer in connection with the transition of the GMAT® exam from ETS® to Pearson VUE, a business of NCS Pearson, Inc., and ACT, Inc. The program will involve approximately 1,500 GMAT® test takers, who will take the exam in 20 cities around the world as we verify new processes. If any of these test takers send their scores to your school, you will receive score reports from Pearson VUE in a slightly different way than you do today—but the reports will be official.

Global MBA Graduate Survey (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

The newest MBAs report more job possibilities—and place higher value on their degrees—than any business school graduating class since 2001. They’re also set to earn more money, according to a new GMAC® survey.

GMAT® Interactive Profile (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

Produce customized statistical reports about GMAT® test takers on the spot with the new GMAT® Interactive Profile on gmac.com.

2005 Professional Development Program (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

If you’re within the first few years of your career in b-school admissions, the annual GMAC® Professional Development Program (PDP) is just the ticket to help you excel and move forward in your position. This popular, skills-based program—now in its 25th year—will give you comprehensive hands-on training in all aspects of MBA admissions.

European GMAT Study (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

European management schools are invited to participate in a free GMAC® project to better understand the impact on student grade prediction of factors such as GMAT® performance, undergraduate major, language, and nationality. Participants are welcome but need to sign up by July to be part of this special study. Email vss@gmac.com for more information and to sign up.

CareerLeader Seminars (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

Business school career counselors—and other staff members who help b-school students chart their professional direction—are invited to a three-day workshop in July focused on the widely used CareerLeader® self-assessment tool.

GMAT Registration Levels Rising (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

Registration for the GMAT® exam is up outside the United States, suggesting growing interest in b-school among prospective applicants. Year-to-date testing volume through April 30 is down slightly, however.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

See what people across the industry are up to. And remember to send promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com for inclusion in future editions of this newsletter.

Calendar (Graduate Management News May-June 2005)

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 14:20:01 GMT

A list of events GMAC® is hosting or participating in during the weeks ahead.

New GMAT School Codes Distributed (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

Have you received your new GMAT® program codes? The new codes, distributed in April 2005 and operational in 2006, will replace DI (Designated Institution) codes—and will enable you to get more information about your competitive landscape than ever before. If you haven't received your codes, we may not have contact information for all your programs. We need that information to provide you with GMAT® score-reporting services in 2006, so send your information now to gmattransition@gmac.com and read on to learn what the new codes will do for you.

Partners for Success: Pearson VUE and ACT (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

Meet the incoming vendors for the Graduate Management Admission Test® (GMAT®). With years of experience and state-of-the-art technology, Pearson VUE™ and ACT™ are working hard to ensure a seamless transition in 2006.

Results of 2005 Corporate Recruiters Survey Released (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

There's good news on the horizon for b-school graduates and career services professionals: MBA grads are expected to have better job prospects than they have had in years, according to results of a new survey by the Graduate Management Admission Council®. Results of the 2005 Corporate Recruiters Survey were released April 4; an executive summary is available on gmac.com at www.gmac.com/surveys/.

Bologna Accord Challenges European Universities (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

European institutions are facing a host of challenges as countries in Europe restructure their higher education systems around a shared model. However, the largest challenge to successful implementation of the Accord will be how to develop truly distinct bachelor’s and master’s degrees that have the same meaning in each of the 40 countries that have signed the Bologna Accord.

Speakers Announced for 2005 Annual Industry Conference (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

Bestselling authors Tom Peters and Daniel Pink will deliver keynote addresses and distinguished journalist and scholar Marvin Kalb will tape his award-winning public affairs program at the 2005 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference, June 23–25 in Toronto. Register now and join us at the conference!

GMAT Volume Is Looking Up (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

Test volume for the first two months of 2005 showed a dramatic change from the first two months of 2004.

GMAC Test-Prep Event Draws Full House in New York (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

An eager group of test-preparation professionals showed up in New York for an afternoon of presentations and conversation about the transition of the GMAT® exam to new vendors.

Calendar (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

See what GMAC® is planning in the coming months.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News March-April 2005)

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:07:14 GMT

See who the movers and shakers are in this installment of “People on the Move.” And don’t forget to tell us your good news by sending promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com.

Bologna Accord (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

A revolution is currently under way in European higher education that will bring about significant change by 2010—including 2.4 million new bachelor’s graduates per year. The meaning and magnitude of the Bologna Accord are only starting to be realized, but some effects are already being felt—and not just in Europe. This first installment in a two-part story is meant as a primer on the Bologna Accord and what it may mean. It also offers a wake-up call to U.S. b-schools, who should be prepared for the post-Bologna applicants and transcripts they are likely to see very soon.

New GMAT Codes (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

As part of improvements in the GMAT® program starting in 2006, GMAC® is assigning new codes for GMAT® using business school programs that will mean quicker access to scores and more detailed GMAT® related information than ever before. Find out what the new codes mean to you and when you can expect yours.

GMAT Test-Prep Summit (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

With new GMAT® information and services coming in 2006, test-prep organizations will need to have the latest information to give their pupils. Although the test won’t change, test centers, score reporting, and test-prep software will. To give the test-prep companies time to update their teaching materials, GMAC® is sponsoring a half-day seminar in March—and we need your help to recruit the right participants!

Chinese Copyright Decision (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

In a precedent-setting decision released on December 27, 2004, the Beijing High Court (the highest court in Beijing, China) ruled in favor of the Graduate Management Admission Council® in the Council’s copyright infringement suit against the Beijing New Oriental School (BNOS). The case is one of the first intellectual property cases to be litigated in China after China’s admission to the World Trade Organization; it has been closely watched as an indicator of the extent to which intellectual property rights will be enforced in China.

MBA CSC Agreement (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

A new agreement seals the deal between GMAC® and MBA CSC to ensure quality and uniformity in the collection and reporting of MBA employment data.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

GMAT® volume continued to slow in 2004, but test-taking activity in some key regions rose significantly as the year drew to a close.

Tsunami Response (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

The tsunami that ravaged nations bordering the Indian Ocean in December prompted a quick response from business schools, which organized fundraising drives and took steps to help students affected by the disaster. Please share your school’s efforts to deal with this international crisis with Graduate Management News by emailing us at gmnews@gmac.com.

Calendar (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

See what’s happening at GMAC®.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News January-February 2005)

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 22:11:26 GMT

See who the movers and shakers are in this installment of “People on the Move.” And don’t forget to tell us your good news by sending promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com.

Archive Is Under Construction (Graduate Management News More Back Issues Coming Soon!)

Thu, 29 Jul 2004 22:04:08 GMT

Over the next several months, we will be moving all our back issues from our old online interface to this brand-new one. Check the archive again soon for more past issues. Meanwhile, you can access past issues in our old online interface by clicking here.

Honing Recruiting Messages (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

In the September-October 2004 issue of Graduate Management News, we updated you on the ongoing quest to increase female representation in the business school population. Our recent survey of 10,000 registrants on our mba.com website yielded valuable information about the motivations, concerns, and priorities of potential business school applicants and how those characteristics differ by gender. What we learned about how men and women think about business school can help you speak more effectively to all the applicants you wish to reach.

GMAT Price Increase (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

To adjust for the cost of continually improving the GMAT® and customer service surrounding the test, the test price will increase at the beginning of 2005 to U.S. $250. The price of GMAT® services will not change.

2004 MBA Alumni Perspectives Survey (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

A new survey conducted by GMAC® indicates that many business school graduates feel they could benefit from additional training in vital skills used on the job. Employers GMAC® surveyed earlier in the year would seem to agree.

New GMAT Pamphlet (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

A new publication about the GMAT® exam will arrive in mailboxes soon. This brief, printed booklet will serve as both a training tool and a reference document for business school admissions staff, explaining what the GMAT® does and why a selective business school program can't do without it.

MBA Pathfinder Improvements (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

A new-and-improved MBA Pathfinder® data warehouse is now live on gmac.com in the School Services section of the site. Visit MBA Pathfinder on gmac.com to learn about the enhancements to this important service for schools and to submit information about your school and programs.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

GMAT® volume through October 31 is down, compared with the same period in 2003, but the rate of decline is lower in the United States and around the world than it was a year ago.

EMBA Council Service Award (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

The EMBA Council presented its Bud Fackler Service Award to GMAC® in recognition of the long and close working relationship between the two organizations.

PhD Project Anniversary (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

The PhD Project, supported in part by GMAC®, is marking the 10th anniversary of its Accounting Doctoral Students Association.

Calendar (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

Mark your calendar with upcoming GMAC® events.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News November-December 2004)

Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:35:22 GMT

See who the movers and shakers are in this installment of "People on the Move." And don't forget to tell us your good news by sending promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com.

Women In B-School (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

Two years after we first covered the lack of women in graduate business school, Graduate Management News is still asking, “Where are the women?”

New MBA Pathfinder Data Warehouse Coming Soon (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

Anybody interested in vital statistics and other information about business schools soon will be able to turn to a single, unbiased source.

School Advisory Group for GMAT Transition (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

As GMAC® moves to new vendors for development and delivery of the GMAT®, it is looking to business schools for input on how test services should change to better serve schools and test takers.

2005 MBA Leadership Conference (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

GMAC® and the MBA Roundtable will host the popular MBA Leadership Conference in February. This year’s program includes presentations by a pair of widely hailed management experts and promises to yield valuable ideas for senior-level academic and administrative directors.

New Career Content on mba.com (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

In an effort to provide prospective graduate business students with more information about what an MBA degree can do for them, GMAC® has added new career-related content to its mba.com website.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

Year-to-date GMAT® volume improved slightly through the end of August, but the number of tests taken around the world remains down, compared with comparable figures from 2003.

Calendar (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

Mark your calendar with upcoming GMAC® events.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News September-October 2004)

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 14:34:50 GMT

See who the movers and shakers are in this installment of "People on the Move." And don't forget to tell us your good news by sending promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com.

Application Trends Survey and Global MBA Graduate Survey (Graduate Management News July-August 2004)

Wed, 28 Jul 2004 00:56:42 GMT

Results of Global MBA® Graduate Survey 2004 and Application Trends Survey 2004 are in. They provide context for understanding a market in transition and vital information for every function within the business school—from admissions to alumni relations and everything in between.

Tips for Face-to-Face Recruiting of International Students (Graduate Management News July-August 2004)

Wed, 28 Jul 2004 00:56:42 GMT

Business schools are finding it more challenging these days to recruit international applicants. Liz Reisberg, executive director of The MBA Tour, has helpful tips for school representatives that can help them make the most of their interactions with this important applicant group.

GMAC Annual Industry Conference Recap (Graduate Management News July-August 2004)

Wed, 28 Jul 2004 00:56:42 GMT

At the 2004 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference, themed “Leaders in Concert,” keynote speakers Jim Collins and Benjamin Zander passionately urged participants to strive for greatness and approach every challenge with creativity and a sense of limitless possibility.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News July-August 2004)

Wed, 28 Jul 2004 00:56:42 GMT

GMAT® test-taking trends show a slight declines in testing volume in the United States and more significant declines elsewhere.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News July-August 2004)

Wed, 28 Jul 2004 00:56:42 GMT

See who the movers and shakers are in this installment. And don't forget to tell us your good news by sending promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com.

Specialty MBAs (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

The word from the corporate world to MBAs is no longer “Show me your degree”—it’s “Show me your specialty.” Particularly in a tough economy, companies want new MBA hires to have more than a general management education. They want MBAs with industry or functional expertise who can add value in the workplace from their first day on the job. Business schools are taking the hint, reevaluating what they do best, and offering specialized programs that can hone the schools’ competitive edge and help focused students seize the best opportunities in a tight job market.

GMAC and the Rankings Debate (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

You have undoubtedly read or heard about the recent developments in the world of business school rankings. Harvard and Wharton released statements in April that to protect the privacy of their students and alumni, they would cease to provide BusinessWeek with student and alumni contact information, which the magazine uses to compile information for its rankings issues. The move prompted a flurry of stories in the media, letters to the editor, and conversation in person, online, and over email. But what does it all mean, and how is the Graduate Management Admission Council® involved?

Corporate Recruiters Survey (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

Want to know what companies look for in MBA grads? Want the inside track on the care and feeding of on-campus recruiters? The Corporate Recruiters Survey has the information you’re looking for—and some you didn’t even know you needed.

Directors Symposium (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

The three-city tour of the Directors Symposium got participants talking about admissions “hits” and “misses”—and turned out to be a hit itself.

Diversity Pipeline Alliance Symposium (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

Following a grant from the GE Foundation, the Diversity Pipeline AllianceSM recently brought together some important players in the effort to help underrepresented minorities move through the education and business pipeline.

In-Person Recruiting (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

As recruiting season approaches in many b-school markets, admissions offices are starting to plan their recruiting trips. What are your options this year? What happened to MBA Forums®, and where can you now meet applicants face to face?

Chinese Visa Office Closes (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

The Chinese government recently closed an office used by Chinese citizens to secure visas to study in the United States.

MBA Pathfinder Contest (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

In the last issue of Graduate Management News, we advertised a contest for schools participating in the MBA Pathfinder® school search database. Find out who the winners are.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

GMAT® test-taking volume in the United States continues to pick up, outpacing testing elsewhere.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News May-June 2004)

Mon, 12 Jul 2004 17:19:11 GMT

Read who's been hired and promoted. Remember to share your school's good news with us by sending announcements to Graduate Management News at gmnews@gmac.com.

New Information about Applicant Decision Cycle (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

Results of a new survey of people who signed up on the GMAC® website mba.com can help schools determine when and how to reach the prospective applicants they want.

University Readers (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

Bassim Hamadeh was the CEO of a business that helped universities clear the hurdles of intellectual property law in their preparation of course materials. One pitfall he didn’t anticipate was his lack of an MBA.

MBA Pathfinder® Contest (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

Are your program data up-to-date in the MBA Pathfinder® school search database on the mba.com website? If not, and you enter new data by April 15, 2004, you will be automatically entered in a random drawing.

2004 GMAC® Annual Industry Conference (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

With the theme of the upcoming annual conference, “Leaders in Concert,” GMAC® promises great ideas, rich conversation, good times, and bad musical puns.

2004 Directors Symposium (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

GMAC® is introducing a new program for director-level business school staff in career services, admissions, and program administration. The program will help senior staff in different functional areas coordinate their efforts for better results.

MBA Leadership Conference (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

In his keynote presentation at the recent MBA Leadership Conference in Newport Beach, California, author, lecturer, and management heavyweight Gary Hamel addressed business school program directors by videoconference, challenging them to think about innovation, change, and the goals of business school in new ways.

GMAT® Volume (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

GMAT® test-taking volume shows a decline for the first two months of 2004, compared with the first two months of 2003.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News March-April 2004)

Wed, 19 May 2004 12:49:39 GMT

Read who's been hired and promoted. Remember to share your school's good news with us by sending announcements to Graduate Management News at gmnews@gmac.com.

MBA Alumni Perspectives Survey (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

GMAC® recently analyzed the results of its second of two surveys of MBA alumni in 2003 and found that graduates’ feelings about their MBA experience were greatly influenced by when they graduated and what type of MBA program they attended.

New GMAT Vendors (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

Making an investment in the future of the Graduate Management Admission Test®, the Graduate Management Admission Council® recently hired new vendors to develop and deliver the test beginning in 2006.

Selections Magazine (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

In its upcoming issue, Selections, the magazine of the Graduate Management Admission Council® will consider developments in the graduate management education market over the past two decades and some changes that are likely to affect the industry in the future.

GMAT Turns 50 (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

Originally sponsored by nine forward-thinking business schools, the GMAT® will mark its 50-year anniversary in 2004.

GMAT Biometric Security (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

Implementing the most effective test security measures for the GMAT® means staying abreast of the latest technologies. To that end, GMAC® recently tested some new means of positively identifying test takers.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

Still running somewhat behind the record number of tests taken in 2002, 2003 GMAT® volume shows that test-taking patterns are still aligned with those of 2001, and still representative of strong interest in the test.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News January-February 2004)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

Read who’s been hired and promoted. Remember to share your school’s good news with us by sending announcements to Graduate Management News at gmnews@gmac.com.

U. Michigan EMBA (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

GM News recently spoke to the University of Michigan about how its new EMBA program meets the needs of today’s executives.

CareerLeader Launches (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

GMAC® has added a new product to its MBA Store® on www.mba.com: an online career assessment to help potential and current business school students identify their ideal career paths and make better decisions about everything from school selection to MBA courses to career goals.

GMAC Wins Judgment (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

In September, in a rare decision for the Chinese legal system, the Beijing Number One Intermediate People’s Court judged in favor of the Graduate Management Admission Council® and Educational Testing Service in a copyright and trademark infringement case against the New Oriental Education Group, a company well known in China for providing test preparation services and materials.

Deans Digest (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

GMAC® is offering a new electronic newsletter designed to meet the information needs of deans.

MBA Pathfinder Audits (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

The MBA Pathfinder® auditors are coming, and you may even be happy to see them.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

It’s still looking like 2001 all over again.

NBMBAA Annual Meeting (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

The Graduate Management Admission Council® received and presented awards at the 25th annual meeting of the National Black MBA Association.

Calendar (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

Find out what GMAC® has planned.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News November-December 2003)

Fri, 14 May 2004 16:29:51 GMT

See who the movers and shakers are in this installment of "People on the Move." And don't forget to tell us your good news by sending promotion and hiring announcements to gmnews@gmac.com.

Top 10 Career Services Challenges (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

A limited number of available jobs is only one of the many challenges b-school career services professionals face. Veteran career services director and author Sherrie Gong Taguchi shares creative approaches to the top 10 challenges.

Application Trends Survey 2003 (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

Wonder how 2003 application volume at your program compares with the trend? GMAC’s annual Application Trends Survey can provide some answers and assistance as you plan for next year.

MBA Alumni Perspectives Survey (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

In a semiannual survey, MBA alumni showed that changing times have colored graduates’ perceptions of the MBA experience.

2003 Pipeline Report (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

The 10-member coalition of organizations known as the Diversity Pipeline Alliance® is releasing the 2003 Pipeline Report, a reality check on the status of minority participation in higher education and business and a call to action for educators, parents, and others who influence young U.S. minority students.

2003 Professional Development Program (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

Twenty-three years old and counting, Professional Development Program remains an essential part of new admissions officers’ training and offers new knowledge for seasoned b-school professionals who want help keeping up with the changing admissions environment.

GMAT Price Increase (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

GMAT® test-taking volume for 2003 continues to mimic volume during the first half of 2001.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

GMAT® test-taking volume for 2003 continues to mimic volume during the first half of 2001.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News September-October 2003)

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 18:05:08 GMT

Who’s new? Who knew?! Read ‘People on the Move’ and meet the new crew.

International Institute for Management Development (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

With no tenure, no faculty hierarchy, and an annual profit of more than U.S. $4 million, IMD in Switzerland is blazing new trails in management education.

UConn B–School (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

During his decade at the helm of the University of Connecticut School of Business (1992–2002), Emeritus Dean Thomas Gutteridge participated in transforming the university and the business school. He recently reflected on the progress the school has made and the goals it is pursuing today.

Global MBA Graduate Survey Results (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

The quality of their programs makes MBAs true to their schools, says GMAC’s latest survey of graduating MBAs.

GMAT Validity Study (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

Not taking anything for granted, GMAC® constantly studies the GMAT® to make sure it is unbiased and a valid predictor of b-school core-course performance among all major U.S. subgroups. The organization recently shared results of its latest study.

2003 GMAC Annual Industry Conference (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

From why the MBA works to what the future may hold for b-schools, this year’s annual conference brought a host of thought-provoking topics into focus.

iSER Improves GMAT Registration (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

GMAT online registration is about to improve. GMAC® and ETS®, who offer the service in partnership, have been working to design and implement a new registration system that will offer test takers a faster, more user-friendly, and more secure way to register for the GMAT.

Application Trends and Alumni Perspectives Surveys (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

Coming soon, more GMAC® survey data about application volume at b-schools and how those MBA graduates are doing a year or more out of school.

GMAT Volume (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

The year-to-date GMAT test taking volume, lower than it was at this time in 2002, tracks closely with the volume for the first five months of 2001.

GMAT Paper Tests (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

A traditional format provides a new test prep option.

GMAT Price to Increase (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

The cost of providing the GMAT® has increased over the years, and now the test price will, as well.

People on the Move (Graduate Management News July-August 2003)

Mon, 26 Jul 2004 18:31:38 GMT

Keep up with the movers and shakers in this issue’s installment.