The Independent's complete guide to choosing the right MBA, in partnership with the Association of MBAs
Stereotypically, big corporate organisations don’t  encourage entrepreneurism but this attitude is changing says Hermant Chandran

Mobile expert and MBA Vibhuti Singh discusses the next huge shift in the world of commerce

A big part of my decision to come to London Business School for my MBA was the emphasis it placed on delivering a range of in-class and extra-curricular experiences that mirror an increasingly multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary workplace

Experts say that understanding feminine instincts could improve job prospects

A change of mindset could help women bridge the leadership gender gap, says Helena Pozniak – and not just on the male side

Practical aspects of the Bristol Masters in social work can include experience with children and families

It's sometimes thought that undergraduate life is too closeted to provide any real preparation for the world of work

The Hong Kong skyline

Today Asia, and more particularly China, drives the world’s economy. What better Global Business Experience for me than this trip to Hong Kong to study private equity?

In the next month or so, your year's worth of dissertation hell will be over. Harriet Williamson has a few ideas on how to fill your time

It's not cheap and you're often left to your own devices. Harriet Williamson, doing an MA at York, ponders whether or not she's getting her money's worth

Solo stars: areas as diverse as music, biotechnology and real estate now have their own dedicated MBA courses

Several courses tailored to specific industries are now being offered, says Jessica Moore

Q: I am interested in becoming a social worker, and want to know what path you'd recommend, after I graduate in history this summer.

You've got more work and less structure, and most of your uni friends have moved on and away into the world of work. Is a Masters isolating, asks Harriet Williamson

Andrew Dickson White, first president of Cornell University

Days of wild clubbing abandon and blagging your way through reading are no more when it comes to a Masters degree, but that doesn't mean your old life is gone for good...

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MBA Blogs: Corporate entrepreneurship is needed

Stereotypically, big corporate organisations don’t  encourage entrepreneurism but this attitude is changing says Hemant Chandran

What to do with your end-of-Masters freedom

In the next month or so, your year's worth of dissertation hell will be over. Harriet Williamson has a few ideas on how to fill your time

MBA Blog: Is e-commerce becoming m-commerce?

Mobile expert and MBA Vibhuti Singh discusses the next huge shift in the world of commerce

MBA Blog: Istanbul, the bridge between West and East

A big part of my decision to come to London Business School for my MBA was the emphasis it placed on delivering a range of in-class and extra-curricular experiences that mirror an increasingly multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary workplace.

From armed rebels to government officials: First Sudanese MBA student receives AMBA's top honour

Student of the year Husameldin Elnasri speaks about his experiences at Lancaster University and the hopes he has for his homeland Sudan

Masters degrees: Pricey, but is it worth it?

It's not cheap and you're often left to your own devices. Harriet Williamson, doing an MA at York, ponders whether or not she's getting her money's worth

£25m boost to postgraduate funding

Universities and colleges are to be given extra money to encourage poorer students to continue studying after gaining their degrees, David Willetts has announced.

Bright ideas: students can benefit hugely from awards and grants – as well as expert advice and services

Entrepreneurs profit from winning ideas

A host of awards provide start-ups with support, advice and inspiration, says Jessica Moore

Experts say that understanding feminine instincts could improve job prospects

Women in the boardroom: Your potential is all in your head

A change of mindset could help women bridge the leadership gender gap, says Helena Pozniak – and not just on the male side

Solo stars: areas as diverse as music, biotechnology and real estate now have their own dedicated MBA courses

Music? Biotech? Real estate? The rise of specialist MBA programmes

Several courses tailored to specific industries are now being offered, says Jessica Moore

Tourism business courses: Brand new routes to a career in travel

Widget Finn on a booming sector that is finding favour at UK universities from homegrown and overseas students alike

(left to right) Mendeley’s Paul Föckler, Dr Victor Henning and Jan Reichelt

Perfect partnerships for enterprise forged in the classroom

In an intense study atmosphere, you might just bump into the right people to make your business dreams come alive, says Helena Pozniak

An ode to my MA dissertation

It's hard work and the end might not always be in sight - but it's important to love what you're studying, says Harriet Williamson

Postgraduate queries: Social work, affording a Masters and stage management

Q: I am interested in becoming a social worker, and want to know what path you'd recommend, after I graduate in history this summer.

Research matters: 'How can we help young talents develop?'

RCUK wants to know how you've used your PhD, says Rick Rylance

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