Find out what sets Tuck apart. Hear from the people who make Tuck distinctive among the world’s top MBA programs—students, partners, Tuck admissions staff, and the Tuck administrators who will work with you throughout your two years at Tuck. The Tuck 360: MBA blog combines candid insight about life at Tuck from students and partners with helpful insider tips and advice from Tuck staff who want you to succeed at Tuck.
Testing the Alumni Network
Rebecca Waters, November 07, 2014
It might be difficult to think this far into the future when GMAT prep and essay writing are front and center, but I dare suggest that getting to know the alumni of your future MBA program should also top your MBA application to-do list. The alumni have paved the way Continue Reading
Tips for Best Preparing for the Interview
Rebecca Waters, November 06, 2014
Jonathan Masland is director of Tuck’s Career Development Office (CDO). Stephen Pidgeon T’07 is an associate director of the CDO and author of the books How to Get a Job in Consulting and Case Interviews for Beginners. Question: How can you best prepare for the actual Continue Reading
A Voice Rocking in the Wilderness
Rebecca Waters, November 05, 2014
By Pete D’09, T’16 A first-year student at Tuck, Pete is co-founder of Decade Records and drummer for Filligar, a touring American rock band. He has served as a cultural ambassador for the U.S. State Department and is a voting member of The National Academy of Continue Reading
“What if…?” How to Address Application Weaknesses
Rebecca Waters, November 04, 2014
Sometimes we just don’t have all of the credentials, the experience, or the skills we need to ensure we will get to where we want to be. There are times when these challenges can be overcome with hard work, dedicated focus on improving our prospects, and just a Continue Reading
A Day in the Life of a Tuck Student
Rebecca Waters, November 03, 2014
By Maryn J. T'15 Maryn is a T’15 originally from Seattle, WA but is loving the adventures of her two years on the East Coast. At Tuck, she is involved in a variety of activities—from serving as quality of life chair (yes, that really is a real Continue Reading
I’m a Tuck Student and a Mom
Rebecca Waters, October 30, 2014
By Anna L. T’15 Anna is originally from China and came to the U.S. to pursue graduate study. She worked in various health care organizations, including nonprofit, health care facilities and managed care for ten years in Los Angeles. Her husband, two daughters (7-year-old and 5-year-old), and Continue Reading
TIPS FOR BEST PREPARING FOR YOUR JOB SEARCH
Rebecca Waters, October 29, 2014
Jonathan Masland is director of Tuck’s Career Development Office (CDO). Stephen Pidgeon T’07 is an associate director of the CDO and author of the books How to Get a Job in Consulting and Case Interviews for Beginners. Question: How can you best prepare for your Continue Reading7 Traits of a Successful Applicant
Rebecca Waters, October 28, 2014
While each candidate has their own unique story and path, there are traits that successful applicants generally have in common. In my experience, the following seven have resonated strongest and most often. 1) They’re prepared. They can clearly and articulately communicate why they want an MBA, how Continue Reading
Find Your Calling—Not Your Career
Rebecca Waters, October 27, 2014
By Eric Giles T'16 Eric is a career switcher who transitioned from an education nonprofit—Teach For America—to the health care sector. He hopes to expand health access to all populations. I’m not looking for a career. I’m looking for a calling. I Continue ReadingTuck Pride @ ROMBA
Rebecca Waters, October 24, 2014
Joe DeBonis is a second-year student at Tuck, where he is the co-chair of Tuck Pride, a co-chair of the 2015 Tuck Winter Carnival, and a Tuck Admissions Associate. Originally from Glen Rock, New Jersey, Joe graduated from Dartmouth College with a B.A. in French Studies and, prior to Continue Reading
Time ... AKA Priority Management
Rebecca Waters, October 23, 2014
By Morgan Holl T'16 Morgan hails from the Washington, D.C. area. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia where he majored in economics and Spanish. Prior to arriving in Hanover, Morgan was a civilian employee in the Department of Defense, most recently in Germany, where he Continue Reading
Exploring the Marketing World: Marketing Career Trek Part II
Rebecca Waters, October 22, 2014
By Lizzie Napier T’91 Lizzie Napier is an associate director in Tuck’s Career Development Office and specializes in the consumer goods, retail, and social enterprise industries. She is a marketing strategy expert, social entrepreneur, and consummate connector: This was my second year accompanying students on the annual Continue ReadingFollow Admissions
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