Written by: Georgetown University McDonough School of Business Published by: Georgetown University McDonough School of Business News Story MBA News Digest Comment: None. Extracted Content: When the MBA Program at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business decided to pilot a mentorship program in December 2019 to connect students and alumni, they could not have imagined the … [Read more...] about MBA Mentorship Program Matches Georgetown Students and Alumni for More than Career Advice
Imagine a Hiring Process Without Resumes
Written by: David DeLong and Sara Marcus Published by: Harvard Business Review MBA News Digest Comment: None. Extracted Content: Business leaders are being pressed to increase inclusion and diversity in their companies. But typical hiring practices that require resumes, background checks, drug tests, and degrees often exclude many low-skill, entry-level individuals, including the … [Read more...] about Imagine a Hiring Process Without Resumes
Business Roundtable Launches Initiative to Place Greater Emphasis on Skills in Hiring and Advancement, Improve Equity and Diversity in Employment
Written by: Business RoundtablePublished by: Business Roundtable MBA News Digest Comment: None. Extracted Content: Business Roundtable today announced the launch of a new, multi-year effort to reform companies’ hiring and talent management practices to emphasize the value of skills, rather than just degrees, and to improve equity, diversity and workplace culture. The new initiative … [Read more...] about Business Roundtable Launches Initiative to Place Greater Emphasis on Skills in Hiring and Advancement, Improve Equity and Diversity in Employment
Amazon launches AFBP to prepare MBA graduates for leadership roles at the company
Written by: The Economic Times Published by: The Economic Times MBA News Digest Comment: None. Extracted Content: NEW DELHI: Amazon on Friday launched its flagship leadership development programme 'Amazon Future Builders Program' (AFBP) for students enrolled in premier B-Schools in India, including IIMs, ISB and XLRI and prepare them for leadership roles at the company. The programme allows … [Read more...] about Amazon launches AFBP to prepare MBA graduates for leadership roles at the company
62% of MBA students plan to change employer: Study
Written by: Mint Kang Published by: People Matters MBA News Digest Comment: None. Extracted Content: A new survey by the Association of MBAs and the Business Graduates Association has found that more than half of MBA students do not intend to return to the same job once they complete their studies. The survey, which actually aimed to understand how students are managing to balance their … [Read more...] about 62% of MBA students plan to change employer: Study
Graduates seek coaching to prepare for job tests and interviews
Written by: Janina Conboye Published by: Financial Times MBA News Digest Comment: None. Extracted Content: The application process for graduate recruitment schemes has always been competitive. Applicants trying to win a role at global banks, professional services companies and law firms have to pass the hurdle of multiple tests, as well as interviews. Such assessments include psychometric, … [Read more...] about Graduates seek coaching to prepare for job tests and interviews