Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Admissions Bloghttp://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/rssEvening MBA and Weekend MBA Admissions Blog RSS Feeden{DD1CE305-753C-4A7D-B02E-FE6F60749C86}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/engage-with-booth-from-homeVanessa PrachackLooking Forward at BoothWith the Spring quarter in full swing, the Evening and Weekend MBA programs office want to share with you some virtual enlightenment and delights at Chicago Booth.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 18:28:00 -0500{3473641E-BA69-4388-95AC-9B6C98EB882C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/covid-19-general-updateEW AdmissionsA Note from the Associate Dean of Student Recruitment and Admissions on COVID-19As the world changes around us in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s hard not to feel a collective sense of uncertainty for what the weeks ahead might have in store. The most basic priority for each of us in this current moment is to practice social distancing and do our best to ensure the health of our family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors.Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:10:00 -0500{D88F014B-4CDA-44B4-9CF3-79035D0A93A5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/female-entrepreneur-chelsie-pattersonLibby SmolerFemale Entrepreneur Spotlight Chelsie Patterson: A Little Persistence Goes a Long WayIf at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Female entrepreneur Chelsie Patterson opens up about her journey to Booth and entrepreneurship.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 12:12:00 -0600{AEA095C5-25DF-4807-9663-97F0743AA4E0}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/alumni-profile-robert-niehausLibby SmolerStudent Profile: Robert NiehausWeekend MBA student, Bobby Niehaus, shares how his Booth MBA contributed to his growth at Boeing and helps him deliver meaningful change for the teams he supports.<br/><br/>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 15:05:00 -0600{3CAC9CA0-33C8-4384-BCD2-457910CF8B61}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/valentines-day-2020-booth-alumni-phaedra-and-kenyata-martinLibby SmolerFamily First: Booth Alumni Power Couple Phaedra and Kenyata MartinPros at juggling, Weekend alumni Phaedra and Kenyata Martin give us a candid look into how they balance family, careers and life and how they're taking advantage of the Booth network.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 15:00:00 -0600{F1B60D8C-4635-4423-BE77-7AB977FFEAAD}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/valentines-day-2020-booth-students-faye-and-kirke-suterLibby SmolerSeeing Double: Booth Student Power Couple Faye and Kirke SuterWeekend MBA couple Faye and Kirke Suter reveal why they recommend you attend Booth with your spouse or partner, and share how they nurture their relationship despite the demands of work and school.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0600{71FEDA2D-3EC9-4266-9496-A445C5B41A1E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/alumni-profile-patrick-cowanLibby SmolerAlumni Profile: Patrick CowanPatrick Cowan, '11, is an alum of the Evening program and Chief Baking Officer and Senior Managing Director at Ascent Private Capital Management of U.S. Bank. He shares why he chose Booth, how his MBA impacted his career progression and offers advice to students.Tue, 11 Feb 2020 14:39:00 -0600{B41B2A05-D53B-43FB-B576-5CD6EA440A9F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/jaya-k-alumni-profileVanessa PrachackAlumni Profile: Jaya KandaswamyJaya Kandaswamy, '18, an alumna of the Evening MBA program and Senior Manager of Product Management at Capital One, recently participated in our student alumni series. Here, she shares her advice on maximizing your student experience and life after Booth.Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:49:00 -0600{C6E6B48F-51C4-4D16-99C9-266294B58D6A}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/conquering-marketing-case-questionsFabiana Schell SanziConquering Marketing Case Questions 3Cs (and 4Ps) at a TimeEvening MBA student, Fabiana Schell Sanzi, shares her experience as co-chair of the Marketing Club and gives us first look into conquering marketing case questions.Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:03:00 -0600{9122D0CC-0219-45A8-83F7-CF6F05C4B772}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/entrepreneurial-profile---ryan-berteeVanessa PrachackEntrepreneurship @ BoothEvening MBA student, Ryan Bertee, shares his experience as an entrepreneur with a social mission to reduce e-waste.Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:31:00 -0600{B46C525B-53FF-4E6E-B5DE-6ACDFC48A682}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/a-few-things-you-might-not-knowMicaela OHalloranThings You Might Not Know About the Booth CommunityAre you interested in a Chicago Booth part-time Evening or Weekend MBA and want to learn more about the student community? I’d like to share a few things that you might not know about student life.Fri, 17 Jan 2020 16:31:00 -0600{85B7D062-BADC-4AF6-BDF7-F79959B63A02}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/alumni-profile-michael-sawulaVanessa PrachackAlumni Profile: Michael SawulaEvening MBA alumnus, Michael Sawula, '19, tells us how his Booth MBA helped him transition within Morningstar and prepare for challenges within the workforce and real-world. Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:58:00 -0600{5DAA471A-CE4F-44D1-B0B2-3E0293C1C390}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/5-admissions-tipsKara Northcutt5 Tips (and a few secrets) from the Director of AdmissionsCurious about whether to take the GRE or the GMAT? Wondering which quarter gives you a better chance of admission? Our Director of Admissions, Kara Northcutt, has answers to these questions and more. Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:58:00 -0600{54B59C46-51B4-474C-B7D5-91A0B5752357}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2020/fall-2019-booth-marketing-club-chicago-trekVanessa PrachackFall 2019 Booth Marketing Club Chicago TrekKautalya Mishra, a student who is a member of the Booth Marketing Club, shares his experience at his third Marketing Trek centered around the theme of Marketing in Technology.Mon, 06 Jan 2020 15:43:00 -0600{B0EA9322-088B-4F58-BB84-86AECB8147DA}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/maximizing-student-experienceLibby SmolerMaximizing Your Student ExperienceEric Herbert, a student in the Evening MBA program, shares advice for prospective and current students on how to maximize your experience and time at Booth.Thu, 26 Dec 2019 14:38:00 -0600{CFF30B1B-E146-4212-B241-444FCB40AC22}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/entrepreneurship-at-booth-lavie-laundryLibby SmolerEntrepreneurial Profile: Lavie LaundryHow does Booth foster new entrepreneurial ideas? How do students find and join teams? The team at Lavie Laundry explains their business concept, how the team was formed, and how Booth has helped them take their business to the next level.Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:33:00 -0600{46F8171A-8E19-4906-BDB6-5D7D04F1DFEB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-eu-case-competitionLibby SmolerBooth Represents at the Roland Berger International Case Competition in BarcelonaWeekend MBA student and Consultant at Slalom, Pranav Sohoni, shares his experience representing Booth in Barcelona.<br/><br/>Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:01:00 -0600{20F69C23-10A1-4265-A7CA-E2C6E3DBAE5C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-veterans-day-2019Libby SmolerVeteran Voices: Stars Aligning at the University of ChicagoIn honor of Veterans Day, we profile Jesse Smith, Evening MBA, Captain in the US Army and Assistant Professor of Military Science, ROTC at the University of Chicago.Sun, 10 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0600{A51A077D-0B97-4A07-82F6-45509912DC7C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/tech-at-boothLibby SmolerTechnology @ BoothInterested in technology? Sarmad Qutub, a product manager and student in the Evening MBA program, shares his thoughts on course offerings, extracurriculars and advice for incoming students interested in tech.Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:30:00 -0500{795D8C93-D925-4688-9780-D4E2261A3169}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-hispanic-heritage-2019Libby SmolerMy Journey from Mexico to the US and BoothIn honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Linda Trujano, a Weekend MBA student and co-chair of Coalition of Minorities in Business told us about her transition to the US from Mexico, and about her experience at Booth.Tue, 08 Oct 2019 13:43:19 -0500{647E069F-51CD-4CF0-9A37-8E3AA37340FA}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/new-booth-courses-2019EW AdmissionsBooth’s Exciting New Course Offerings As part of his vision for the school, Dean Madhav Rajan infused more diverse topics and perspectives into the classroom. Faculty is offering new, bold, cutting-edge coursework this year. Topics span leadership, women in business and social enterprise and innovation. Read on for more information about our new curriculum.Thu, 03 Oct 2019 12:00:00 -0500{1C535EC4-B755-4CEF-8564-07778C19C601}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/busy-at-boothLibby SmolerBusy at Booth: John Moison Pursues a Joint Degree and Loads Up on Booth’s ExtracurricularsPursuing a joint degree and involved in 15 clubs, Evening MBA student John Moison keeps himself very, very busy.Thu, 19 Sep 2019 11:33:48 -0500{CC52CECF-C849-4ABE-AAE3-2B733642B95A}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/clubs-at-boothLibby SmolerClubs at BoothAeronautics, Crafting and Hiking: get a taste of a few of the many activities our Evening MBA and Weekend MBA student-led groups pursue. Thu, 12 Sep 2019 15:37:07 -0500{CED940FF-2756-4ADB-92B5-42D279EF09CF}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/understanding-the-optional-essayJulia PeasleeUnderstanding the Value of the Optional EssayLearn more about the purpose of the optional essay and how it gives applicants a chance to expand and give perspective on any aspect of their background. Thu, 05 Sep 2019 16:03:52 -0500{C3A3894A-9AA2-4896-8ED3-FAEDE122B991}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/alumni-dinners-at-boothLibby SmolerNew Alumni Stay Involved at Booth Evening MBA alumni Ashwin Avasarala and Wilson Sun connect with students and talk about their favorite Booth memories and the power of the Booth network.Thu, 29 Aug 2019 11:33:51 -0500{0EC10258-5CD4-438D-8EFF-690908DCFE54}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/diversity-at-boothLibby SmolerDiversity at BoothBooth values diversity: Learn about the diverse atmosphere we strive to create on campus, as well as a variety of student-run affinity and interest groups catering to different students.Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:15:58 -0500{66A2066D-C501-4FF6-A695-A1E4542B17EB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-public-speaking-improvLibby SmolerYou're a tree! Improv Teaches Students Effective Leadership & Communication Skills“You’re an armadillo, you’re a tree”…Evening MBA student Christine Koval hones her leadership and communication skills in Improv class.Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:31:39 -0500{5FE90D4C-53DC-49BA-AE9D-B890764E6B8E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-alumni-nonprofit-consultantsLibby Smoler‘Banc’ing on the future: Alumni Stay Involved through Booth Alumni Nonprofit ConsultantsFor Booth alumni wanting to give back to the community or to relaunch their careers, Booth Alumni Nonprofit Consultants (BANC) has been the perfect opportunity.Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0500{27879298-F576-422D-A806-924CF31500C2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/marketing-at-boothLibby SmolerMarketing@Booth: Student Advice and the Kilts Center for MarketingBooth’s Evening and Weekend Student Advisory Council recently hosted an exciting student panel to help students learn more about opportunities they can pursue in marketing.<br/><br/>Thu, 01 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0500{96AF30B2-2CA2-4F1A-B2AE-19004548CCD9}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-career-services-2019Joe GuarascioCareer Services for Life: Resources for Advancers, Career Changers, Entrepreneurs and ExplorersAre you an advancer, career changer, entrepreneur or explorer? Learn about the many ways students and alumni can work with career services over the course of a working life.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:30:00 -0500{942F49B1-DC00-4E58-A616-27C7093DEC06}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-relaunch-2019-part-2Libby SmolerRelaunching a Career and Reconnecting with Booth’s Career ServicesKarin Melberg, Evening MBA ’11 finds that you can take advantage of Booth’s Career Services at any stage of your career.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 11:00:00 -0500{E1B210CF-98B0-416D-897D-463FC1D68781}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-relaunch-2019-part-1Libby SmolerReLaunch Redefines One Boothie’s Definition of Success“As women, we need to stop apologizing for having complicated lives that we try to balance.” Corinne Johnson, Evening MBA ’07, shares how ReLaunch redefined what she thought about success.Mon, 08 Jul 2019 11:00:00 -0500{7832C93F-4605-4882-A668-068CB5B9C62B}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/entrepreneurs-enroll-at-boothLibby SmolerAll in a Day’s Work: Launching a Business while a Student at BoothMeet two Evening MBA students and Chicago Business Fellows, Lin Barros, Founder of Crave Natural and Ze Li, her partner in the endeavor. They’re leveraging Booth’s resources and network to launch their company while pursuing Booth MBAs.Wed, 03 Jul 2019 11:00:00 -0500{E2C8A922-AB84-4BE1-A656-7A9B65D9CAA5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/mba-and-work-travelLibby SmolerHaving It All: Juggling an MBA while Traveling for WorkEvening MBA student Charlie Fisher tells us how he juggles an MBA while traveling for work and offers advice to prospective students.Mon, 01 Jul 2019 11:00:00 -0500{394070FF-6F8C-4CDD-9750-56510D5E8A52}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-pride-2019Libby SmolerRepresenting Booth with PRIDEWe chat with David Falk, Evening MBA student and co-chair of Booth Pride and learn about his activism during LGBTQ Pride Month.Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:57:52 -0500{14B7B635-16FD-488E-A226-D34CDCF9261C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-fathers-day-2019Libby SmolerThe Dad Perspective: How Josh Holm Juggles Career, MBA and FamilyJosh Holm, a Weekend MBA student, chats with us about Booth and how he juggles school, career and family.Sun, 16 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0500{06D2BCA3-D08E-4FD9-AA32-05F0DC23EF8F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-graduation-2019-stephanie-sahotaLibby SmolerReflections on My Time at BoothEvening MBA student Stephanie Sahota looks back at her time at Booth and shares her advice for prospective students.Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:00:00 -0500{F1E8DBB3-99BE-4773-B424-198122592007}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-graduation-2019-raj-hirparaLibby SmolerA Look Back at My Time at BoothEvening MBA student Raj Hirpara reflects on his time at Booth and shares how his experience impacted his career and goals.Tue, 11 Jun 2019 11:28:49 -0500{03147973-D866-4130-9D7F-E780E93A889E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-alumni-adventure-capital-challengeLibby SmolerArtist turned MBA: Alumna Meenakshi Dash Kick-starts her Dream of Publishing a Children’s BookEvening alumna Meenakshi Dash shares how the Adventure Capital Challenge grant is helping her fund her passion project.Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:30:00 -0500{2F611706-BACD-4A78-A1D0-8803334D2F7F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-at-linkedinStephanie SorensenLife at LinkedIn: Technology Club Visits LinkedIn Chicago OfficeStephanie Sorensen, an Evening MBA student, visits the LinkedIn Chicago office with the Booth Technology Club and also comes away with a greater appreciation of Chicago.Wed, 29 May 2019 14:08:04 -0500{A856B7E5-C1CA-4971-BE8B-DA49172ECF90}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/energy-at-boothLibby SmolerEnergy at BoothWeekend MBA student Eshang Saini tells us how students interested in Energy can make the most of their time at Booth.Thu, 23 May 2019 13:00:00 -0500{E6984DE3-0671-4029-9298-73CE48AEA4C1}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-spring-breakAshray ReddyA Journey Into Another LandEvening MBA student Ashray Reddy shares his unforgettable experience in Morocco on Booth's spring student trip.Thu, 16 May 2019 13:11:30 -0500{B0CE4D0D-1DC5-41B9-9148-46519AC0E80A}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/mothers-day-2019Libby SmolerMoms Conquer It All: Juggling Work, Family and an MBAMeet two of our students- mothers who tell us how they pursue MBAs and juggle families and careers at the same time.Mon, 13 May 2019 15:57:12 -0500{524BF9DA-0BCF-402C-866E-AE870287FE77}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/mba-career-balanceLibby SmolerOn Balancing an MBA & a New JobEvening MBA student Ashley Cornwell balances an MBA and new job at the same time<br/>Thu, 09 May 2019 13:50:33 -0500{2BF07D06-F1C0-46E3-8465-11507D32DBF4}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-20-20Libby SmolerAlumni Advice from Booth 20/20Julie White, in the Evening MBA program, received great advice during Booth 20/20, a day of insightful and engaging conversations with our alumni.Wed, 01 May 2019 13:44:48 -0500{ACC7F135-D1DA-451C-9D05-39406C86B5BD}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/leadership-booth-part-2Libby SmolerLeadership@Booth: A Student Journey “I’ve come to learn about all the ways that Booth offers opportunities to develop leadership skills.” Tim Turner shares how he’s leveraged leadership resources at Booth and we learn more about leadership development programming.Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:00:00 -0500{32E964F7-2445-40C1-9578-7342060144A8}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/leadership-booth-part-1Libby SmolerLeadership @ Booth: A Student Journey We explore ongoing leadership engagement opportunities at Booth and hear from student Blakely Winstead about her leadership journey.Wed, 17 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0500{CF37EE04-CD1C-4B74-85A2-C33871F0D488}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/giving-back-getting-backGabriela ArismendiGiving Back and Getting BackGabriela Arismendi, a Neubauer Civic Scholar, reflects on her experience with the Booth Social Impact consulting program as she embarks on her fifth consulting project.Wed, 10 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0500{53EACBED-DC13-44DF-B7D6-6F6FAFE04955}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/on-board-learningsLibby SmolerOur Booth Success Story and On Board LearningsVOCEL co-founder Kelly Lambrinatos and director of development Debra Michaels talk Booth and their top takeaways from On Board, Booth’s annual nonprofit board service conference. Thu, 04 Apr 2019 12:54:24 -0500{8913B425-4BC7-417D-AABA-95687785C3CD}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/alumni-new-venture-challenge-part-twoLibby SmolerMEET 4 EVENING/WEEKEND ENTREPRENEURS IN THE 1ST ALUMNI NEW VENTURE CHALLENGE- PART 2Evening and Weekend MBA alumni are participating in UChicago’s first ever Alumni New Venture Challenge. Alumni share their stories and advice for budding entrepreneurs here.Tue, 02 Apr 2019 12:30:00 -0500{EEFD974D-A5DE-4000-8CD2-97CA4436180C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/booth-private-equity-conference-takeawaysDan KirmseMy Key Takeaways from Booth’s 2019 Private Equity ConferenceDan Kirmse, a co-chair of the Evening/Weekend Private Equity Club, shares his key takeaways from Booth’s 2019 Private Equity Conference.Thu, 28 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0500{39B8C0FA-DAC6-4C05-8EDB-4CB56252E400}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/funding-your-mba-scholarships-financial-aidKara NorthcuttFunding your MBA: Scholarships & Financial AidAs you consider an MBA, we know funding the degree is top of mind. Learn about the combination of support available to students, including merit-based scholarships and financial aid.Tue, 26 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0500{917EB3C5-6492-4AE0-9CE5-A47BCC3E5828}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/alumni-new-venture-challengeLibby SmolerMeet 4 Evening/Weekend Entrepreneurs in the 1st Alumni New Venture ChallengeEvening and Weekend MBA alumni are participating in UChicago’s first ever Alumni New Venture Challenge. Alumni share their stories and advice for budding entrepreneurs here.Fri, 22 Mar 2019 12:00:40 -0500{DDF6C8A9-ACA1-4402-BB5D-CCF5F9D3AB1A}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/power-of-the-booth-networkLibby SmolerFood Insecurity & the Power of the Booth NetworkWhat connects social impact organization Meaningfull Meals, the Clinton Global Initiative and Russian Tea Time restaurant? Booth and its incredible alumni network, that’s what!Thu, 14 Mar 2019 13:37:16 -0500{1B0CBB1C-5148-4475-AADA-424FCE8524FB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/recruiting-at-startup-networking-nightJulia PeasleeRecruiting Boothies at Start-up Networking NightStart-up Networking Night was a huge success- 59 start-ups came out seeking to hire new Booth talent. Plus other resources for students with entrepreneurial aspirations.Tue, 05 Mar 2019 14:30:20 -0600{5D43F42C-77E9-41DF-8E85-9CECD3144783}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/civic-scholars-music-to-mbaTeddy NiedermaierFrom Music to MBA: A Civic Scholar's Journey"So you're giving up music?" Not at all! As a professor of music and Neubauer Civic Scholar in the Weekend Program, Teddy Niedermaier looks for meaningful connections between the worlds of music and business.Thu, 28 Feb 2019 11:59:00 -0600{46879084-720C-47F0-AA82-87610E283686}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/distinguished-alumni-awardsEW AdmissionsTwo Evening Weekend Alumni Honored with 2019 Distinguished Alumni AwardsLearn how Rattan Khosa went from $8 in his pocket to building a highly respected company in the construction space and how Griffin Myers created a new model of primary care practices across multiple markets.Thu, 21 Feb 2019 10:52:00 -0600{642CE63F-AE8B-4512-B370-550810AD7C55}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/mba-application-work-experience-resumeKara NorthcuttMBA Application Tip: Work Experience and ResumesYour past and current work experience, along with your career goals, are important parts of your application. Here's how they play a big part in your application process.Sat, 09 Feb 2019 09:55:51 -0600{678CF488-50BF-4F1E-8940-273D57313BA4}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/polsky-small-business-growth-programKara NorthcuttBoothies Giving Back: The Small Business Growth ProgramOur Evening MBA and Weekend MBA students have many opportunities to give back to the community during their time at Booth. One of those ways is through the Polsky Center's Small Business Growth Program, and on this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we share experiences of the program from a Weekend MBA student and a Weekend MBA alumna.Mon, 21 Jan 2019 12:32:00 -0600{47548BDF-3386-4589-88ED-CEDCEA4F6B91}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2019/app-process-transcriptsKara NorthcuttApplication Process FYIs and Tips: Transcripts and the Academic Record SectionWe know the application process can feel daunting. We seek to help by posting a series of blogs breaking down the specific sections of the online application and sharing tips and FYIs. This blog post covers the Academic Record section within the online application and transcripts.Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:29:35 -0600{E5DD7907-285C-490E-A96F-ACFB87DD3D51}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/lor-tipsKara NorthcuttAdmissions Tips: Letters of RecommendationLetters of recommendation are an important part of your application, as it allows the Admissions Committee to learn about you from other people’s perspective. Here are some helpful tips and FYIs to help you select and prepare your recommenders.Tue, 18 Dec 2018 15:09:20 -0600{5702EFE6-6545-43F5-9239-BF2C83802085}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/choosing-leadership-fireside-chatHannah Kohut5 Things I Learned from an Evening with Harry Davis and Linda GinzelTwo Chicago Booth professors talk candidly about their personal journeys in leadership development. Here are my top 5 takeaways from this introspective fireside chat.Mon, 10 Dec 2018 10:59:21 -0600{BF7B346A-7332-4FF3-9F8D-3636E82787CB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/armed-forces-2018-blogEW AdmissionsBooth Expands Resources for VeteransChicago Booth has a history of commitment to diversity and inclusion that values applicants from all walks of life and industry backgrounds, including those coming from military services around the globe. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 10:44:27 -0600{92A46C1E-1B96-4AEE-8CE1-913C83D92ACE}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/ew-trips-london-hong-kongEshang SainiStudent Trips to London, Hong Kong, MunichThis fall, some of our Evening-Weekend students visited Booth's London and Hong Kong campuses (and Munich!) in September. One Evening MBA student shares his experience from the London trip. Plus, a recap of the Hong Kong trip.Wed, 07 Nov 2018 15:19:00 -0600{A70DD43A-9CD4-4684-990B-83287B437445}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/clinton-global-initiativeEW Admissions"Meaningfull" Project Competes for Clinton Family Foundation PrizeThe story of one team’s “Meaningfull” project, which has been selected for the Clinton Global Initiative University’s Commitments Challenge. Update: They won!Tue, 09 Oct 2018 10:04:50 -0500{E6FA3DF8-C13D-4B12-A7C4-8907958464E7}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/summer-2018-look-backEW AdmissionsA Look Back on Summer 2018Spinning, hiking, teching, and trekking – here’s how some of our student groups made the most out of the summer of 2018!Thu, 13 Sep 2018 11:32:00 -0500{D45D4A17-DCD3-4D4E-A3AA-AE8998E332BB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/weekend-student-insightWeekend Student Insightyes{7137CDAB-DDC6-45E7-8B24-E62343FBBA47}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/nurturing-a-community-of-civic-leadersEW AdmissionsNurturing a Community of Civic Leaders“I took lessons from multiple Booth classes that helped me lead our board, funders, staff and community stakeholders through our change process. I can’t count the number of times I’ve started a sentence with: ‘In one of my classes we studied/learned…’ ”Thu, 16 Aug 2018 11:00:00 -0500{B38D15B4-97C1-4C93-B1DD-80E42C541889}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/bcc-symposiumEW AdmissionsInsight and Networking at the Booth Consulting SymposiumAt the Booth Consulting Symposium, Evening-Weekend students get to interface directly with industry leaders to learn, strengthen their professional network, and get a sense of where they want to be post-MBA.Thu, 09 Aug 2018 10:59:01 -0500{D4B61934-0E32-401E-AD34-5DD4ECC92FBF}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/evening-student-insightEvening Student Insightyes{C3957AF6-80C3-4A03-A2CA-2E1ADB3E7532}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/communityCommunityyes{847E8F80-169A-4DFA-8C3E-50A619D49250}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/career-impactCareer Impactyes{643F3E2F-8D19-476D-BF25-5CC8CEBECFB5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/admissionsAdmissionsyes{5EADB598-E6DB-4547-99DA-D7878141C803}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/booth-ciy-partnershipStephanie OstroffBooth SAC Partners with Chicago Ideas Youth Ambassador ProgramWhen Stephanie Ostroff became Philanthropy Chair of the Chicago Booth SAC, she wanted to develop initiatives that tapped into Boothies’ business savvy and leadership skills in order to benefit the greater good. It was only natural, then, that she would partner with Chicago Ideas to make it happen.Thu, 26 Jul 2018 11:00:00 -0500{AFE5D394-2EF3-4D7A-B536-4E9DB5F66994}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/wisr-interviewEW AdmissionsSome Wisdom from Wisr CEO, Kate Volzer, ’14Kate Volzer, ’14, started the networking platform Wisr in 2014 using entrepreneurial skills developed in the Evening Program. Four years later, these lessons still come in handy. Fri, 06 Jul 2018 11:24:50 -0500{29AA21BA-E4A5-4097-924A-C1EDF4B0662F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/the-road-to-boothGaurav ChhibbarThe Terminal: Balancing Work, Life, and the Road to BoothWeekend MBA students are regularly in and out of airports. Sometimes, they meet curious co-passengers, perplexed at the sight of someone skimming through lecture notes. And sometimes, these travelers recognize a fellow Boothie in the terminal.Wed, 13 Jun 2018 14:04:00 -0500{8110951E-F5FF-4B07-BB52-FAD6B929A5D9}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/interview-tipsEW Admissions10 Tips to Help You Nail Your Admissions InterviewThe admissions interview is a valuable opportunity to tell us more about who you are, why this is the right time to pursue an MBA, and why you are interested in Chicago Booth. Read our top 10 tips to help you prepare for yours.Tue, 05 Jun 2018 15:00:00 -0500{11096B46-710B-4CA9-A0FE-FC023D0CE339}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/chicago-booth-evening-and-weekend-momsStephanie GunnThe Mom Perspective: Juggling Work, Family, and an MBAWeekend student Kelly Frank and Leslie Sweeney, '16, Evening MBA, know firsthand what it’s like to juggle family, career, and an MBA at the same time. What’s their secret? Balance. Wed, 30 May 2018 14:47:47 -0500{271047FE-9D1C-478E-B40C-C1D16208F6B7}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/eight-things-i-learned-from-the-kilts-marketing-day-forumMarta SingerEight Things I Learned from the Kilts Marketing Day ForumThe Kilts Center Marketing Day Forum is a unique opportunity for students to engage in small-group conversations with CEOs, CMOs, and other senior executives. What valuable insights were gained? Evening student Marta Singer shares her top eight. Tue, 22 May 2018 15:46:12 -0500{B4571DFF-CE29-41B3-A6EA-074B80DC6CC4}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/robotics-workshop-at-tinkrworksRishi MehrotraTinkR Time for Chicago Booth StudentsChicago Booth students get geared up at the TinkRworks workshop and learn how to empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. Wed, 09 May 2018 13:09:11 -0500{D15C6B13-1686-4F5E-91E4-259A602796A3}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/snvc-2018EW AdmissionsEvening and Weekend Students Compete in SNVCPlacing in the Social New Venture Challenge can be a major turning point for students working to get their startups off the ground, and again this year, Chicago Booth Evening and Weekend students are showing up to throw their hats in the ring. Wed, 02 May 2018 11:00:00 -0500{6D4D9C5E-A60B-4B7B-B01F-DD6E0ED748A0}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/booth-marketing-trekNoah FiremanBooth's Winter Marketing Trek: Sweet Treats & Zen RoomsCandy, unicorns, graffiti, and spirits. Are we describing a magical dream or Chicago Booth's winter marketing trek? Evening student Noah Fireman, co-chair of the Evening/Weekend Marketing Club, sets the record straight.Thu, 26 Apr 2018 15:36:00 -0500{25EE2144-84CE-41C0-96EF-3FADAFF140BA}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/tbt-gleacher-centerEW AdmissionsThrowback Thursday: Gleacher Center If you’ve ever wondered what stood before the Gleacher Center campus was built, are interested in Chicago’s rich history, or just love vintage photographs, take a trip back in time with us!Thu, 19 Apr 2018 16:02:40 -0500{691FBC11-95D8-466C-B995-7EDAB398F78A}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/demystifying-cbf-interview-dayLindsay BadeauxDemystifying CBF Interview DayAre you curious about what makes Chicago Business Fellows’ application and admissions unique? In part II of the CBF blog series, Lindsay Badeaux digs into the process and guides you through what to expect when you apply. Thu, 12 Apr 2018 13:20:36 -0500{80165B89-3A69-4473-B311-8BB837992C4B}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/design-thinkingSpencer ReelyDesign Thinking in Five Steps Design Thinking is having a moment right now. Students and professionals skilled in Design Thinking bring new insights to organizations and add value to innovation projects. But how does one learn the Design Thinking methodology? Spencer Reely explains.Wed, 04 Apr 2018 12:00:00 -0500{3DFF180C-FC51-46DA-9309-4F0F0F88038D}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/a-perfect-fit-for-a-weekend-mba-alumCatherine Frances NapierA Perfect Fit for a Weekend MBA AlumLiz Kammel Tilatti’s idea for ZipFit Denim came during weekend carpools from Indianapolis to Chicago to attend Booth’s Weekend Program. Her fellow Booth travelers had a hard time finding jeans that fit them. With Liz’s retail and consulting background, she knew she could solve the problem, and at Chicago Booth, she found the tools and inspiration to make it a reality.Wed, 14 Mar 2018 10:00:00 -0500{537985B5-0F62-442D-A35F-036ECFF0BA18}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/linda-ginzel-ft-blogLinda E GinzelHow to Become Wiser, YoungerChicago Booth’s Professor Linda Ginzel believes that leadership is not always an inherent skill, but one that can be learned and cultivated over time. “I should know,” she explains, “I teach it!”Wed, 07 Mar 2018 12:03:43 -0600{4FBC7FD5-1E25-455A-8C0D-32D8D30CB693}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/weekend-student-insightAkshata PuriHow to Keep Calm and Manage it allFor Akshata Puri, a student in the Weekend MBA Program, finding a balance in work, school, social life, pets, and sleep is key. Learn about the challenges and rewards of Weekend student life, and Akshata's tips to manage it all. Thu, 01 Mar 2018 10:44:47 -0600{9176FD20-9DA9-44E8-89A4-7A34325B106F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/millercoors-case-competitionSamantha HessMillerCoors Case Competition: Evening MBA Student Recaps Team’s Win Go Team Cheers! Evening MBA student Samantha Hess details the experience of competing in the Kilts Center’s Marketing Analytics Case Competition.Thu, 22 Feb 2018 13:36:14 -0600{7A30F69A-2CB6-43B5-A943-E5D8FD0DE627}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/west-coast-trekCaroline CorneliusEvening MBA and Weekend MBA Students Trek to the West Coast Student treks to nearby companies offer Booth students valuable connections to alumni and professionals working in these industries. Over winter break, Evening MBA student Caroline Cornelius took her student trek to the coast. Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:33:00 -0600{5F7A2105-F565-432D-ADFF-D90ADCC78B51}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/booth-study-abroadMike CarlsBooth Knows Abroad: Experiencing Business and Culture in ChinaWhen Mike Carls enrolled in the Evening MBA Program, he assumed that opportunities to study abroad were behind him. Not so. Last summer, he joined MBA students from around the world at China's Peking University for an immersive program on Chinese business and culture. Wed, 07 Feb 2018 11:40:00 -0600{62C6E9C1-9A07-45EE-840B-1E667B4A835F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/insight-to-innovation-conferenceEW Admissions5 Pieces of Advice for Women Entrepreneurs Women entrepreneurs: want to level the playing field when launching your start-up? Booth’s clinical professor of entrepreneurship, Waverly Deutsch, made it clear: thinking big is your only option.Fri, 02 Feb 2018 14:30:00 -0600{CEBE87A8-6141-4344-A021-AB09BBE4F367}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/masters-of-timeAlex DeCampBooth Student Group Leaders: Masters of TimeStudent group leaders in the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs are expert jugglers, managing school, careers, and their social lives while also taking on leadership positions. Wondering how and why they do it? Alex DeCamp, assistant director of student life, explains. Wed, 31 Jan 2018 16:12:36 -0600{62A43BD1-2804-4C0B-907A-4E79FB70E6FC}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/weekend-at-the-gleacher-centerKara NorthcuttThere’s Nothing Typical about a Weekend at the Gleacher Center An average weekend at the Gleacher Center is anything but. Get a sense of all the activities available to Evening MBA and Weekend MBA students on a typical weekend day.Wed, 24 Jan 2018 12:52:40 -0600{52373D8F-58CE-4F51-AE10-E81C6F8575E5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/year-in-reviewEW AdmissionsOur Year in Review 2017 was a great year for Chicago Booth’s Evening MBA and Weekend MBA students, as well as the greater Booth community. Read on for our 2017 highlights. Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:41:32 -0600{E6A34F8C-1E26-45FA-BEE0-E18D2EC36515}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/kilts-marketing-3-abigail-sussman-why-consumers-make-bad-financial-decisions-and-how-to-helpEW AdmissionsAbigail Sussman: Why consumers make bad financial decisions and how to helpChicago Booth associate professor of Marketing, Abigail Sussman, suggests employers and the federal government have a role in this, along with consumers.Thu, 11 Jan 2018 16:53:46 -0600{AC36F73C-D144-4137-A441-9CE35EF48F7C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/kilts-marketing-2-julie-roehm-power-of-storytellingEW AdmissionsKilts Center: Julie Roehm, ’95, on the Power of StorytellingJulie Roehm received her MBA from Chicago Booth in 1995 and is currently the senior vice president and chief storyteller at SAP. In a video interview with the Kilts Center, Roehm offers insight into why she chose Chicago Booth, the ways that her MBA has supported her in her work, and how the Kilts Center enriches the marketing curriculum here.Thu, 11 Jan 2018 16:00:06 -0600{9B151B57-751A-411C-85B1-8056350A93B8}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/kilts-marketing-1-jean-pierre-dube-thinks-you-could-shop-smarterEW AdmissionsChicago Business Review: Jean-Pierre Dubé thinks you could shop smarterBrand name products vs private-label: every shopper's dilemma. Or is it? Chicago Booth professor of Marketing Jean-Pierre Dubé recently did a study on consumer behaviors and brand interactions. Check out his team's findings.Thu, 11 Jan 2018 14:50:24 -0600{68D88797-1CCE-4CB7-8235-25E26C2283F6}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2018/civic-scholar-brad-wassinkBrad WassinkNeubauer Civic Scholars: Putting an MBA to Work in Public Service When asked why he pursues an MBA, Brad Wassink, Neubauer Civic Scholar and assistant deputy secretary of state for the Wisconsin Department of Children, has three answers.Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:51:50 -0600{C2549A48-B149-4E4F-B1A8-3DD6C4261CEB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/launch-december-2017EW AdmissionsThe LAUNCH Experience We recently welcomed incoming students to our downtown Chicago campus to take part in LAUNCH, an immersive three-day program that kicks off the Booth experience. Thu, 04 Jan 2018 13:38:30 -0600{661C3B88-9BED-4A8D-9313-23A088090081}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/lorErik HallowayHey, boss - You have a minute?A strong letter of recommendation can provide the admissions committee with valuable insight into how you perform in a professional setting, work in teams, and think critically. Erik Halloway, assistant director of admissions, has some advice on how to approach the process. Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:00:04 -0600{AFBB73AF-C0FA-4264-8BCB-DF7E81436DCA}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/nick-su-obama-experienceNick SuAn Evening with Barack Obama and Chance the RapperTwo lucky Booth students received tickets to the Obama Foundation Summit in Chicago last month, and one of them was from the Weekend MBA Program.Fri, 17 Nov 2017 14:40:56 -0600{F2B45CF2-3F4A-4667-9D21-38B696A983F8}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/traveling-for-weekend-mba-gsGlenn SykesThree Things to Consider Before Traveling for a Weekend MBATraveling to Chicago Booth every weekend for an MBA is no small feat. Straight from the associate dean of the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs, here are three things everyone needs to consider before making that decision.Tue, 14 Nov 2017 17:52:21 -0600{40F83980-01CB-4D73-8E8E-D75579F3529C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/veterans-perezEW AdmissionsVeteran Voices: Opening Doors for a Former Navy LieutenantMilitary veterans bring a unique set of skills and experiences to business school. For one of our veteran alumni, it was the focus on his individual growth that drew him to the Weekend MBA Program.Fri, 10 Nov 2017 16:36:05 -0600{EB53E0E6-7587-4252-9D09-A2F95A87B8F2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/veterans-tripianoEW AdmissionsVeteran Voices: Matching Military Experience with Business KnowledgeWhat advice does a Navy Reserve Lieutenant Commander have for veterans and active duty service members considering an MBA? Two words -- "Do it!" Fri, 10 Nov 2017 14:44:32 -0600{A35AF230-06DA-4446-A16F-30BE95C04905}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/veterans-easterlyEW AdmissionsVeteran Voices: From Navy Lieutenant to Tech SalesNavigating business school can be challenging, and it helps to have a community to support you along the way. This is how one former US Navy veteran and Evening MBA Program alumnae made the connection from military service to the corporate tech world.Thu, 09 Nov 2017 12:37:58 -0600{B488CA4C-6D6C-4282-8D54-586BE12C9159}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/veterans-bergEW AdmissionsVeteran Voices: Former Special Forces Officer Transitioning from the military into the business world may seem daunting, and we expect you have unique questions and concerns as you consider enrolling in an MBA program. And who better to hear from than our Evening MBA and Weekend MBA alumni who made this transition.Wed, 08 Nov 2017 15:00:09 -0600{A9C4D405-E172-4F1C-92CA-BC1FDB706940}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/my-professor-won-a-nobel-prizeCatherine Frances NapierMy Professor Won a Nobel PrizeImagine this -- your professor wins a Nobel Prize one morning, and that very night, you're sitting in his classroom, now being taught by a Nobel laureate. One of our Evening MBA students was in Professor Thaler's class on the night of his big win, and is happy to tell of that experience.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:56:58 -0500{302C64E6-2D55-482E-B88B-BBFA0221A015}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/new-booth-classesKara NorthcuttNew courses added to Chicago Booth curriculumThe business world is always changing, and so are the interests of our students and faculty. With that said, we are excited to add new courses to the Chicago Booth curriculum!Thu, 26 Oct 2017 11:39:06 -0500{05BE578B-9CEB-4611-AEAB-B39CD49B4DD2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/s2w-harnam-atwalEW AdmissionsAn Engineer Takes the Chicago Booth ApproachAs an engineering manager, Harnam Atwal understands how things work. In Chicago Booth’s Evening MBA Program, Harnam is learning how businesses work, how to better predict outcomes, and how to use data to support his ideas. Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:35:36 -0500{7015A450-38F9-49AD-B5FA-7B1C41E695C1}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/gmat-gre-prepsMarcus WordlawTips About GMAT and GRE from an Admissions DirectorStandardized tests seem to invoke some not-so-warm-and-fuzzy feelings. Let’s be honest -- when it comes to the GMAT and GRE, anxiety, pressure, and stress about finding time to study and take the exam are pretty common.Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:34:17 -0500{DB84C29D-CA9C-4BAE-A253-64B703312306}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/nonprofits-and-mbaMolly ODonnellMBAs Aren't Only for CFOsNo matter what sector you are in, well-run organizations are effective from top to bottom. Leaders in nonprofits need a diverse set of skills to successfully manage people, finances, and projects just like in the for-profit sector. Fri, 18 Aug 2017 13:25:58 -0500{4692EE87-2B36-490A-B687-79880F6C5AD3}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/in-real-life---adam-meyerCatherine Frances NapierThree Flights a Week: Weekend MBA Makes it HappenAdam Meyer is a student in the Weekend MBA Program at Chicago Booth, and like most Weekenders, he flies to Chicago to attend class. However, it’s often his third (or more) flight – of the week. Adam explains his work-life-school balance to fellow Booth student Catherine Frances Napier, ’18, in this “In Real Life” story.Mon, 07 Aug 2017 13:54:26 -0500{D0CBB730-4B77-4043-A9DA-680B50307E7C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/ptmba-mythsKara NorthcuttThe Top Two Misconceptions About a Part-Time MBA at BoothI’ve had the honor and pleasure of working for Booth’s Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs for the past eight years, and I’ve encountered quite a few misconceptions about part-time MBA programs at Booth, specifically the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs. Let’s set the record straight by busting two of the most common myths.Mon, 10 Jul 2017 14:42:00 -0500{63F2A797-B89B-43D0-A4AD-B5C08FFE806E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/beginnings-and-endingsEW AdmissionsStudents Reflect on their First and Last Days at BoothThis particular week in June is very busy, but in the best possible way. It is also a sentimental one that people will remember for the rest of their lives. However, it will be memorable for two different reasons.Thu, 08 Jun 2017 15:35:00 -0500{F37118EB-F0A9-46A9-A643-7DAF1121A495}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/cbf-part-1Lindsay BadeauxToo Young for an MBA? Booth Disagrees.You’re young, eager, and intelligent, with a strong work ethic and drive for success. You’re everything a business school should want out of an MBA prospect– until you find out you are considered too young or inexperienced for most MBA programs. Quite frankly, we don’t think that is fair.Thu, 20 Apr 2017 17:32:00 -0500{537D5D26-D72E-4F26-ADEE-84C2200A18A2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/dr-levyEW AdmissionsCombining Medicine, Business, and SportsDr. Ari Levy, '10 brings a new focus to wellness.Mon, 27 Mar 2017 12:18:00 -0500{73C40F73-46BD-49A4-9480-4553B2FF48FE}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/peter-wilson-gsalbEW AdmissionsFrom Medicine to an MBA: A University of Chicago Graham School StorySome Booth students experience a Chicago Booth course before applying through the Graham School's Graduate Student at Large Business Program (GSALB). By attending a class taught by Booth faculty, with Booth students, and in a Booth classroom, these students were able to confidently pursue their MBAs. This is Peter's story. Fri, 10 Feb 2017 14:37:00 -0600{D01ADC99-41B7-4F86-870E-D8297C79346C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2017/s2w-kedaresh-deshpandeKedaresh DeshpandeImmediate Impact: Putting your Booth MBA to WorkProduct manager Kedaresh Deshpande '16 is designing better products and helping his company get rid of unprofitable inventory using tools he’s learning in Chicago Booth’s Evening MBA Program: “We expedited our product rationalization process to discontinue unprofitable products before the technology became obsolete, which helped improve our margins significantly.”Thu, 26 Jan 2017 16:03:00 -0600{8CA6FEDE-7490-4C47-9B8F-3A963716D9DE}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/what-to-expect-year-oneMike SharifiWhat to Expect Year OneGetting your MBA part-time while continuing to work comes with many questions off the bat: How will this affect my work? What will I do if I'm overwhelmed with homework? How do I get involved with school activities outside the classroom? Will I still be able to play in my Thursday night basketball league?Wed, 21 Dec 2016 15:43:00 -0600{5880A58E-6B53-465C-862D-45BDB707FA9F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/weekend-warriorsLeeAnn SheltonWeekend Warriors: Booth's Weekend MBA Program Celebrates 30 YearsAlumni and faculty across generations discuss the power of the Weekend MBA Program as it celebrates its 30th anniversaryFri, 16 Dec 2016 10:28:00 -0600{984FD18E-7FE0-4D83-B3FF-6B81989AEEBB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/hear-how-katerina-gains-confidence-with-a-trial-mba-courseEW AdmissionsHear How Katerina Gains Confidence WIth A Trial MBA CourseKaterina Steele was six years out of college and at a point in life when many people start wondering whether business school might be the right path for them.Thu, 13 Oct 2016 17:10:00 -0500{14C434AC-E44E-4036-86AE-98D7670CC793}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/the-booth-professor-and-indias-path-to-growthEW AdmissionsThe Booth Professor And India's Path to GrowthTaking leave from his position as Distinguished Service Professor of Finance at Chicago Booth in 2013 to become Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, Raghuran G. Rajan gained global recognition as “one of the best central bank governors worldwide.”Thu, 06 Oct 2016 16:44:00 -0500{917582CA-655A-4B35-9263-C28D714FBCA5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/qa-with-professor-randall-krosznerRyan BormetQ&A With Professor Randall KrosznerAs a current Evening MBA student, one of the aspects that attracted me to Chicago Booth was the unparalleled faculty.Fri, 09 Sep 2016 16:50:00 -0500{FC92EFB5-8CBE-4C42-A2F6-ED43C2E99DF5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/in-real-life-irl-with-cleo-millerCatherine Frances NapierIn Real Life ("IRL") With Cleo MillerAs a prospective student, have you ever wondered how you can apply what you will learn at Booth in real life ("IRL")?Fri, 19 Aug 2016 11:53:00 -0500{B67B257B-1241-4796-B5BF-BAE587F444E5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/making-the-most-of-informational-eventsMike SharifiMaking The Most Of Informational EventsIt may be intimidating to some, and exciting to others, but networking plays a large role for prospective students looking to discover MBA programs.Thu, 28 Jul 2016 13:42:00 -0500{76D9549E-F2C0-4BE3-8995-5C083DD0E3E7}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/radio-guy-is-thriving-at-booths-evening-mba-programEW AdmissionsRadio Guy Is Thriving At Booth's Evening MBA ProgramWhen Michael Slykas shows up for class at 6 pm, he's already had a full day.Tue, 12 Jul 2016 14:11:00 -0500{036E9873-004D-419F-B828-AECD19ABE791}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/an-unexpected-path-for-alumna-susan-axelrod-82EW AdmissionsAn Unexpected Path For Alumna Susan Axelrod, ’82Susan Axelrod, '82, didn't go looking for her career; it came knocking on her door, full force.Wed, 22 Jun 2016 14:49:00 -0500{93059504-7D25-4D72-8277-52C8ADDA1DC0}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/how-weekend-road-warriors-work-the-commuteEW AdmissionsHow Weekend Road Warriors Work The CommuteBooth's Weekend MBA students are an organized bunch.Mon, 06 Jun 2016 14:17:00 -0500{FE48CEBD-5E1C-4C26-A947-63CD36777406}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/students-compete-in-venture-capital-investment-competition-vcic-global-finalsEW AdmissionsStudents Compete In Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC) Global FinalsFor the first time, two Chicago Booth teams completed at the Venture Capital Investment Competition Global Finals at UNC Chapel Hill this year.Tue, 24 May 2016 15:17:00 -0500{61D6870D-7C65-4175-91EB-3FDC07AA694E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/from-the-military-to-boothBreg HughesFrom The Military To BoothThe shift from the military to a part-time MBA and a business career can be daunting-veterans benefit from support to smooth the transition.Tue, 17 May 2016 16:53:00 -0500{71E46EE7-CA7E-4E2D-A8B1-5FA6627D6497}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/satya-nadella-97-ceo-at-microsoft-on-how-he-worksEW AdmissionsSatya Nadella, ’97, Ceo At Microsoft On 'How He Works'Satya Nadella, ’97, CEO at Microsoft, recently sat down with Wall Street Journal to discuss topics from his morning routine, to best piece of career advice he's received.Fri, 06 May 2016 10:49:00 -0500{1FC0D56B-E927-4A18-992D-3E9F6225F47F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/connect-with-a-studentEW AdmissionsConnect With A StudentCurrent Chicago Booth students are a great resource to learn first-hand about the Booth experience.Wed, 06 Apr 2016 07:42:00 -0500{6B0D03FA-55F4-4DDB-8062-DB134BC379C9}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/meenakshi-dash-08-on-her-time-at-booth-and-her-newest-collectionEW AdmissionsMeenakshi Dash, ’08, On Her Time At Booth And Her Newest CollectionWith a BFA in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago and an MBA from Booth, Meenakshi Dash, '08, is as adept at making business decisions as she is at making neon street murals in New Jersey or necklaces of melted-down silver she procures from Indian pawn shops.Sat, 19 Mar 2016 07:52:00 -0500{C8E9594D-3453-459E-A8A2-DAA19530FF0E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/joyce-frost-89-on-making-a-difference-in-the-lives-of-othersEW AdmissionsJoyce Frost, ’89, On Making A Difference In The Lives Of OthersDuring her keynote address at the 2015 Booth Women Connect Conference, Joyce Frost, '89, partner at Riverside Risk Advisors, shared a piece of advice that has guided her like a beacon: "Follow your heart and see where your skillset can make a difference."Thu, 03 Mar 2016 11:34:00 -0600{87A481C2-4773-486C-9ACE-2BFE6A028617}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/data-dunk-booth-marketing-club-hears-from-chicago-bulls-marketersJake ToplittData Dunk Booth Marketing Club Hears From Chicago Bulls MarketersAs co-chair of the Booth Marketing Club leading Events, I'm always looking for new ways to help our members supplement the theory we learn in the Gleacher Center classrooms with real world marketer interactions.Wed, 24 Feb 2016 11:49:00 -0600{3C73F9C9-B030-4B03-943A-8CC354AE2201}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/michael-d-armstrong-02-evp-gm-at-viacom-shares-hard-won-lessonsEW AdmissionsMichael D. Armstrong, ’02, EVP & GM At Viacom Shares Hard-Won Lessons"It's OK to trust your gut, but only if you know it has enough experience and data to make sound decisions," Michael D. Armstrong '02, EVP & GM, International Brand Development at ViacomThu, 18 Feb 2016 12:17:00 -0600{73436321-50EB-4636-AD98-C69F895A11C2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/most-frequently-asked-evening-mba-and-weekend-mba-admissions-questionsEW AdmissionsMost Frequently Asked Evening MBA And Weekend MBA Admissions QuestionsWhether you're considering starting your application, or are prepping for your admissions interview, we know that there are many admissions questions that often come up.Tue, 09 Feb 2016 14:03:00 -0600{AEBB3294-180F-420A-AFB6-0274628FEAAD}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/get-to-know-the-students-at-chicago-booths-evening-mba-and-weekend-mba-programsEW AdmissionsGet To Know The Students At Chicago Booth's Evening MBA And Weekend MBA ProgramsStudents at Booth come from a wide variety of backgrounds and contribute to a rich and active community.Thu, 28 Jan 2016 14:32:00 -0600{75DA5C11-3339-4754-B13A-36138B891B96}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2016/making-the-most-of-the-new-year-insights-from-studentsEW AdmissionsMaking The Most Of The New Year: Insights From StudentsIt's a New Year. And with that comes a fresh start to setting goals and figuring out how to maximize the next 365 days.Mon, 04 Jan 2016 14:51:00 -0600{F7AB7ABC-B264-4C50-807B-76286D4B4E00}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/crains-chicago-business-40-under-40-honors-members-of-the-booth-communityEW AdmissionsCrain's Chicago Business 40 Under 40 Honors Members Of The Booth CommunityEach year Crain's Chicago Business releases their list of 40 Under 40.Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:14:00 -0600{7B2A5E4B-FCFD-45F8-AEB2-0DAD9E711733}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/competition-for-a-causeEW AdmissionsCompetition For A CauseEach year Chicago Booth Evening and Weekend MBA students unite with their classmates and demonstrate school spirit at a physical and philanthropic competition with teams from Kellogg, Kellstadt, and Quinlan, called MBA Cup.Tue, 24 Nov 2015 10:45:00 -0600{85D6B648-287A-4F8D-85D3-E3135F2635A2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/how-booths-weekend-mba-program-helped-me-evolve-my-careerAron BranamHow Booth's Weekend MBA Program Helped Me Evolve My CareerWhether every week you fly in from California, Houston, or NYC, drive in from Cincinnati, or take the train in from St. Louis to attend the Weekend MBA Program, at Chicago Booth you become part of a culture where intellectual curiosity is a common characteristic that leads to a shared passion for exploration and collaboration.Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:14:00 -0600{75B72854-1383-4E82-BA72-FE5308AA1702}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/pizza-bytes-ceo-shares-how-data-driven-marketing-revitalized-dominosShelly PorterPizza Bytes: CEO Shares How Data-Driven Marketing Revitalized Domino'sOver coffee on a Tuesday morning in October, I sat down with a dozen other Booth students and alumni to hear Patrick Doyle '88, CEO of Domino's, recount his experience using marketing to transform the company.Fri, 06 Nov 2015 11:39:00 -0600{374B54E8-6B0E-45EB-9D8C-96678C11BE4C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/looking-to-advance-your-career-alumnae-offer-adviceEW AdmissionsLooking To Advance Your Career? Alumnae Offer Advice.If you're looking to advance your career, a part-time MBA is a way to keep your career on track while learning new frameworks and skills.Mon, 26 Oct 2015 13:31:00 -0500{7DC50396-9006-4ED7-9B09-73F7FB5527DD}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/why-an-mbaJackie DiMonteWhy An MBA?Why get an MBA? Perhaps you're looking at how to effectively advance your career, gain new skillsets, develop leadership skills, or possibly switch careers and jump into an entirely new field. All of these are great reasons to look at MBA's.Tue, 06 Oct 2015 13:47:00 -0500{4CEFE5A5-CFD1-4FF9-AC95-4AC23C34B30E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/fun-run-with-associate-dean-glenn-sykesJoanne MeulendykeFun Run With Associate Dean Glenn SykesGrowing up running has instilled a lot of discipline in my life. I am one of those people that is up and out of bed at 5:00 in the morning to get my workout in.Mon, 28 Sep 2015 14:54:00 -0500{185C9631-012E-48DD-896E-17047A801538}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/students-mix-and-mingle-with-alumni-at-fusion-eventNikki SchutzStudents Mix And Mingle With Alumni At Fusion EventFusion is everything you want the Booth community to be: connections are made based on shared experiences, and these events are a great opportunity for several hundred alumni and students to mix and mingle at a new venue over great food and creative cocktails.Fri, 14 Aug 2015 15:56:00 -0500{2245AD33-0811-4914-994A-951DE0767E4F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/3-years-or-less-of-work-experience-you-too-can-get-your-mba-from-boothEW Admissions3 Years Or Less Of Work Experience? You, Too, Can Get Your MBA From BoothAre you early in your career and interested in getting your MBA but fear you don't have enough experience to do so?Tue, 28 Jul 2015 16:11:00 -0500{104ABA5C-DDF4-4E84-8B9C-44653E9CD7A6}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/take-me-out-to-the-ballgame-students-meet-cubs-owner-tom-ricketts-93Nikki SchutzTake Me Out To The Ballgame: Students Meet Cubs Owner Tom Ricketts, '93Booth students in the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs flocked to Wrigley Field to watch the Cubs take on the Cincinnati Reds - with a very special guest.Thu, 16 Jul 2015 16:32:00 -0500{030F4EAE-77EB-4CCC-9CF0-116DD0F81DBB}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/student-insight-a-spirited-debateJackie DiMonteStudent Insight: A "Spirited" DebateBooth offers some great first-hand experiences where in-the-classroom lessons and real-world situations align.Wed, 24 Jun 2015 17:00:00 -0500{FE2BF28E-4D5B-44C6-B967-0B4CB290836B}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/top-5-insider-tips-on-how-part-time-booth-students-find-work-life-balanceEW AdmissionsTop 5 Insider Tips On How Part-Time Booth Students Find Work/Life BalanceIf you're just starting to explore the possibility of an MBA, or you have already begun your application process, there are a lot of personal considerations that will go into committing to getting your MBA.Wed, 17 Jun 2015 13:52:00 -0500{1946345B-0944-4ADD-A814-7FF8F7AC745F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/what-chicago-booth-taught-me-about-leadershipEW AdmissionsWhat Chicago Booth Taught Me About LeadershipBooth gave me the poise and confidence to stand-out as a rock star in my career.Wed, 20 May 2015 15:08:00 -0500{153AF7E7-0BFE-40CB-B5EF-EB997BE5FB68}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/students-attend-10th-annual-credit-conferenceMaryLou MarinasStudents Attend 10th Annual CREDIT ConferenceI had the opportunity to attend the 10th Annual CREDIT Conference on April 10, 2015 at The University Club of ChicagoSat, 09 May 2015 15:16:00 -0500{872356F3-A6B5-49ED-AC9A-18DB419F790D}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/seal-the-deal-how-to-get-buyin-from-your-bossEW AdmissionsSeal The Deal: How To Get Buy-In From Your BossWhether you're considering an MBA, or you've already started the admissions process, getting buy-in from your boss can sometimes be a difficult conversation to haveFri, 27 Mar 2015 15:01:00 -0500{4E7E95EA-3F0B-446F-9780-2E6364D7F15F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/im-leaving-here-with-so-much-more-than-an-education-and-a-networkEW Admissions"I'm Leaving Here With So Much More Than An Education And A Network."When I chose to attend Booth, I expected to receive a top-notch education, and build a robust professional network. This experience has been so much more than that ...Wed, 25 Mar 2015 14:42:00 -0500{DABAA6A0-5C11-4FFD-9012-5534838B8D31}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/booth-alumni-bring-valuable-insight-to-private-equity-clubNick ArellanoBooth Alumni Bring Valuable Insight To Private Equity ClubLast month members of the Part-Time Private Equity Club and 2 staff attended a trek to visit Merit Capital, a local Private Equity firm.Thu, 19 Mar 2015 08:00:00 -0500{2CA0090B-554F-4AB8-A450-289169BC9B59}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2015/2015-winter-formalEW Admissions2015 Winter FormalEvening MBA and Weekend MBA students do find time to unwind during B-school!Thu, 12 Mar 2015 14:59:00 -0500{352C2893-4D25-49F5-81E6-7A4A7AF34BF6}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/breaking-out-of-comfort-zones-and-into-the-communitySeema NilakheBreaking Out Of Comfort Zones And Into The CommunityThis past Saturday I attended an event hosted by the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs Office titled Business and Politics in the Age of Obama.Mon, 22 Dec 2014 03:00:00 -0600{DBBBAEC7-4B09-4BD7-BEE1-2A7E4BB979E1}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/start-up-networking-nightMaryLou MarinasStart Up Networking NightLast month I attended the semi-annual Start-Up Networking Night (SNN) at the Gleacher Center hosted by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation and the Chicago Booth Career Services.Wed, 10 Dec 2014 01:30:00 -0600{67C63E4B-E7D4-4F82-9458-E1985A8C7D12}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/7-reasons-why-you-should-go-part-time-although-we-could-go-onEW Admissions7 Reasons Why You Should Go Part Time Although We Could Go OnKnow you'd like to get an MBA, but are you unsure of what format is best for you? You're not the only one.Mon, 24 Nov 2014 02:00:00 -0600{035DD4EA-0A8B-464C-A333-12694013BF09}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/booth-marketing-club-visits-edelman-leo-burnett-and-rocketfuelPatricia LiBooth Marketing Club Visits Edelman Leo Burnett And RocketFuelLast Friday the Booth Marketing Club led a trek to three Chicago companies: Edelman, Leo Burnett, and RocketFuel.Thu, 20 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0600{9DF8E277-9A13-4CEB-9C32-B718E95A656E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/4th-annual-booth-women-connect-conferenceEW Admissions4th Annual Booth Women Connect ConferenceOn Friday, October 10, close to 400 women congregated in Downtown Chicago at the University of Chicago Gleacher Center for the 4th Annual Booth Women Connect Conference (BWCC) - a spectacular day of learning, networking, discovery, and a celebration of the strong and supportive network of women within Booth, along with their stories and experiences.Thu, 06 Nov 2014 02:30:00 -0600{650B0320-32E6-4298-8266-FDFCFC4FB133}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/sunday-brunch-brings-on-greater-meaning-for-booth-social-impact-groupJillian LarsonSunday Brunch Brings On Greater Meaning For Booth Social Impact GroupBooth Social Impact hosted Sunday brunch at the Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children's Hospital.Wed, 08 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0500{81681423-3367-4A83-B1DC-40784761F999}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/top-10-tips-for-acing-your-chicago-booth-admissions-interviewEW AdmissionsTop 10 Tips For Acing Your Chicago Booth Admissions InterviewHere are 10 tips to help you prepare for your admissions interview. (Blog story updated February 20, 2019)Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0500{D91ECA0F-971B-4CF5-8386-B75E47CE1912}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/fun-run-with-associate-dean-george-andrewsJoanne MeulendykeFun Run With Associate Dean George AndrewsThrow working out in there and you start calculating a cost benefit analysis on the value to sleep. Booth Running Group provides students a fun environment to tackle a balance.Wed, 16 Jul 2014 17:30:00 -0500{0307D0C6-A1B9-41A8-B5E5-DCC712CCEC14}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/dbi-doing-business-in-israelGeorge KalantDBI Doing Business In IsraelA factor that enticed me to pursue the DBI program was that the program had a strong emphasis on both entrepreneurship and innovation. Israel is currently ranked 1st in the world for innovative capacity and 2nd in the world for entrepreneurship.Thu, 03 Jul 2014 13:00:00 -0500{AE564DCC-DE05-4E54-BFEB-CDB99E1ABD69}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/graduation-festivities-and-celebrationsEW AdmissionsGraduation Festivities And CelebrationsSpring 2014 graduation festivities kicked off this past weekend starting with the Dean's Awards Celebration and Dinner for Graduating Students. Dean's Awards Celebration is an event that everyone within the looks forward to.Wed, 11 Jun 2014 16:00:00 -0500{A4009B31-AD6E-49ED-BFC2-1F5B9CC23814}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/marketing-at-booth-eventEW AdmissionsMarketing At Booth EventLike many aspects of business, marketing is about seeing into the future. With so much information readily available, it's critical for leaders across industries to understand how to use data to best guide their organizations forward.Thu, 22 May 2014 10:00:00 -0500{0BDB8E04-6A38-44E5-8B91-4B6B51880145}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/new-venture-challengeRavit AnsalNew Venture Challenge"Start-up" once a buzzword, has become mainstream in the business schools around the world.Wed, 21 May 2014 17:00:00 -0500{7B20F669-F21F-48E2-851C-EE6D5FB27447}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/booth-provides-network-and-friendships-for-lifeEW AdmissionsBooth Provides Network And Friendships For LifeAfter visiting a class during her admissions journey, Emily Engel ('09), who worked in Research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago at the time, knew she had found the right fit.Fri, 16 May 2014 16:00:00 -0500{F4CF12DB-756E-48AE-B607-2AA9CC35CD31}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/government-and-policy-trek-to-washington-dcRod GonzalezGovernment And Policy Trek To Washington DCIn early 2013, the co-chairs of G&P met to plan the group events for the next few quarters. We decided it would be great to offer a new experience to the G&P members in the form of a group trek.Thu, 08 May 2014 14:00:00 -0500{1046E517-17EC-4A48-B717-1FF3AAEB3F49}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/booth-455-grand-openingEW AdmissionsBooth 455 Grand OpeningDid you know that we recently we expanded our study and classroom space into the NBC Tower across the street from Gleacher Center?Fri, 18 Apr 2014 15:00:00 -0500{9E015930-0C7D-46BC-BEB0-BD007E8A6572}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/booth-helped-me-become-more-confident-both-in-and-out-of-the-workplaceEW AdmissionsBooth Helped Me Become More Confident Both In And Out Of The Workplace"It is very challenging to be spending a large chunk of your time outside work away from your normal activities, friends and family and it is very helpful to have other people to talk to that are sharing the same experience."Wed, 02 Apr 2014 12:00:00 -0500{2FB762A3-22F1-4E8D-BF71-E8B01E867571}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/students-and-professors-connect-beyond-the-classroomEW AdmissionsStudents And Professors Connect Beyond The ClassroomChicago Booth has an unmatched faculty. From Nick Epley, whose book "Mindwise: How We Understand What Others Think, Believe, Feel and Want" just hit shelves, to Raghuram Rajan, who is currently on leave from Booth to act as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, it is not uncommon to find students crowding lecture halls to get a chance to learn from the best. Wed, 26 Mar 2014 15:30:00 -0500{CDA6DA8D-9436-481D-939C-46E9165AF9EA}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/what-to-write-in-your-essays-it-is-a-common-question-we-receiveEW AdmissionsWhat To Write In Your Essays? It Is A Common Question We ReceiveToo many often have a very interesting essay, there is just not enough space in the essays to cover so much material and make us feel like we really got to know you in a deep and meaningful way.Wed, 12 Mar 2014 14:00:00 -0500{B01B0D07-E456-4C7C-BFB0-615C73B850F2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/what-you-learn-at-booth-prepares-you-for-life-and-not-just-your-careerEW AdmissionsWhat You Learn At Booth Prepares You For Life And Not Just Your CareerMy education at Booth taught me to think, evaluate and learn from every experience that my career has thrown at me.Thu, 27 Feb 2014 13:00:00 -0600{07E6D3A1-010D-4115-B37B-A0635388F246}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/winter-formal-provides-opportunity-for-students-to-let-looseEW AdmissionsWinter Formal Provides Opportunity For Students To Let LooseEarlier this month 450 Booth students and guests danced the night away at Booth's sixth annual student-organized Winter Formal. The Winter Formal is one of Student Advisory Council's (SAC) signature events that provides students with the opportunity to further mingle and let loose at a black-tie optional event. Tue, 18 Feb 2014 13:30:00 -0600{69A959CF-8500-41F5-B487-9A38BB533F6E}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2014/early-career-candidate-consider-chicago-business-fellowsEW AdmissionsEarly Career Candidate? Consider Chicago Business Fellows!Are you interested in getting your MBA but fear you don't have enough experience to do so? Consider Chicago Business Fellows (CBF). A subset of Chicago Booth Evening MBA & Weekend MBA programs, Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:30:00 -0600{68DA15F2-A233-4232-8A28-8E84CBA302B3}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/top-10-favorite-business-stories-of-2013EW AdmissionsTop 10 Favorite Business Stories Of 2013As 2013 comes to a close the Evening & Weekend MBA Team has put together our Top 10 favorite business stories of 2013. These stories made us excited, shocked, appalled, restored our faith in humanity, and often left us confused.Mon, 30 Dec 2013 15:00:00 -0600{8005E3B0-2DE3-4E34-9558-32D3A54BC56C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/our-top-10-ok-11-but-who-is-counting-business-books-read-in-2013EW AdmissionsOur Top 10 (OK 11 But Who is Counting) Business Books Read In 2013At Booth we're often asked “What business books do you recommend? While there are an exorbitant amount to choose from, the Evening & Weekend MBA team has put together our Top 10 (with one more for good measure) list of the best business books we read in 2013. Mon, 16 Dec 2013 15:00:00 -0600{46EFAF2F-6E5F-43E0-AA50-25104FB90461}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/through-booth-my-network-keeps-expandingEW AdmissionsThrough Booth My Network Keeps Expanding"I just felt at home at Chicago Booth." Meenakshi Dash (evening '08), owner of Balderdash, (a young brand, focused on working directly with artisans and craftsmen, creating exquisite, one of a kind pieces, that play with the traditional concepts of textile and technique) has a fascinating storyFri, 06 Dec 2013 12:00:00 -0600{7CBAA442-ED0A-479E-8EAF-1A2855FF6F79}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/booth-alumna-megan-mcardle-jodi-kantor-and-harvard-biz-schoolEW AdmissionsBooth Alumna Megan McArdle, Jodi Kantor and Harvard Biz SchoolMegan McArdle is a Chicago Booth alumna, & Bloomberg View columnist who writes on economics, business & public policy. Below is an excerpt of her response to Jodi Kantor's piece in the New York Times about Harvard Business School's attempt to promote gender equality.Tue, 12 Nov 2013 16:00:00 -0600{91BD8C12-39D2-4A42-9826-662E6593075B}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/finding-your-best-fitEW AdmissionsFinding Your Best FitWhile it's important to look at how an MBA program fits your style, also consider how you will fit within the program itself. What value will you bring to fellow classmates; what will your interaction be like with professors, organizations and what will you do post-graduation with your degree?Tue, 05 Nov 2013 12:30:00 -0600{B41A2B78-5C0C-4CB6-8B7E-C5C4DD296F37}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/new-venture-challenge-2013EW AdmissionsNew Venture Challenge 2013Think Booth is only focused on economics? Think again! Did you know that entrepreneurship is the second-largest concentration chosen by our students?Thu, 24 Oct 2013 10:30:00 -0500{19A5A787-F1C4-455D-9DBF-AA6A08C55180}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/chicago-booth-wins-3rd-consecutive-mba-cupEW AdmissionsChicago Booth Wins 3rd Consecutive MBA CupFrom fundraising to athletics, the Booth Community pulled together to ensure a Booth win for the third year in a row!Fri, 18 Oct 2013 02:30:00 -0500{199FC288-6005-4AB8-9AC3-CF33E03C3FDE}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/booth-net-impact-conferenceEW AdmissionsBooth Net Impact ConferenceA growing interest for students is the focus on Social Enterprise...Wed, 16 Oct 2013 01:30:00 -0500{8AFBCBF4-3833-49D9-B266-C8EB3041A22B}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/get-inside-the-booth-classroomEW AdmissionsGet Inside The Booth Classroom!Did you know that you can test out our Evening MBA & Weekend MBA Programs by attending one of our evening or weekend classes?Thu, 10 Oct 2013 02:30:00 -0500{8DD76131-9E01-401B-8619-C5AEFA6678A9}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/booth-women-connect-conference-2013-recapEW AdmissionsBooth Women Connect Conference 2013 RecapWhat happens when you gather 300 women? Inspiration, networking and movement!Wed, 09 Oct 2013 02:00:00 -0500{67B41C4A-7EB1-4CBB-9428-562D0E2B4C06}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/experience-at-booth-enables-fast-promotion-for-shoffEW AdmissionsExperience At Booth Enables Fast Promotion For ShoffA differentiating strength to the Chicago Approach to business education is integrating the concepts of accounting, and economics with other courses such as marketing and strategy.Thu, 26 Sep 2013 16:00:00 -0500{E97BEE30-093F-4269-A909-3693071B063C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/my-amazing-mentor-by-jasmine-kwongKatie CooganMy Amazing Mentor By Jasmine KwongThe Chicago Booth faculty are a highly esteemed group of people from a wide range of disciplines. But, did you know they are also approachable?Thu, 15 Aug 2013 14:30:00 -0500{F6B39524-806A-4C31-8752-0B03D8E58363}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/innovations-in-marketingEW AdmissionsInnovations In MarketingOur unique cross-disciplinary approach to marketing is driven by data and drawn from the fields of economics, sociology, statistics, and psychology to develop holistic, practical strategies that garner results!Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:30:00 -0500{3D54CB07-91B3-423C-9714-89CB6A61317F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/life-and-a-career-moves-onGretchen CooperLife And A Career Moves OnWe have always said that Booth students come from all walks of life and/or all walks of space!Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:00:00 -0600{169986E0-3A97-46F0-93C6-31E1D9854A76}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2013/scoring-your-dream-jobKara NorthcuttScoring Your Dream JobHis love of soccer carried over into his professional life and he developed a career in sports marketing. Peter held a variety of sports marketing positions for adidas America and adidas International.Thu, 03 Jan 2013 09:30:00 -0600{A4745963-57CB-4DFD-A34D-14FA9BD85CD2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/moving-up-the-ranks-with-a-booth-mbaGretchen CooperMoving Up The Ranks With A Booth MBAThe Admissions Team is proud of Jamie and wishes him luck in his new role at BP and the new roles which will continue to come his way as he puts his Booth MBA to use!Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:12:00 -0600{40A36AFF-E1AD-40E0-8DC0-F79BD0F2DD89}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/alumni-who-have-impacted-what-we-eat-2George AndrewsAlumni Who Have Impacted What We Eat 2This week I wanted to share the story of another of our Booth Evening MBA alumni, Patrick Doyle, CEO of Domino's Pizza. If you have seen any of Domino's new advertisements, you have seen Patrick He is the reticent co-star of these commercials, right along with the new and improved pizza he spearheaded.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0600{975CE916-BF42-4D9F-AB40-75A7B449E838}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/alumni-who-have-impacted-what-we-eatEW AdmissionsAlumni Who Have Impacted What We EatUsing what he learned at Booth, to make himself both the experiment and the scientist, he started with himself, losing over 40 lbs and lowering his cholesterol 40 points.Fri, 02 Nov 2012 02:00:00 -0500{04C802A1-7EFA-4C98-90EA-43D8696671CC}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/yes-you-can-study-abroadKara NorthcuttYes You Can Study AbroadYes, you can study abroad as part of your Evening MBA and Weekend MBA at Chicago Booth.Studying abroad as an Evening MBA and Weekend MBA student may not seem like a viable option.Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:30:00 -0500{747F9B0E-0918-4CE6-A573-DEC2CE86F73F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/the-art-of-businessHumberto FredaThe Art Of BusinessBusiness school is typically understood to be a place where students learn the foundations of business. At Booth specifically, academic areas such as accounting, economics, statistics, and the behavioral sciences lay the groundwork for a student's understanding of the way effective and efficient businesses operate.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:22:00 -0500{523C3809-D465-45B8-9060-3E030BDDBEE5}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/an-alumnus-looks-at-the-weekend-programEW AdmissionsAn Alumnus Looks At The Weekend ProgramIt is always nice when you can get some feedback from an alumnus about the good, bad and ugly of the program.Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:25:00 -0500{364D6278-B4AC-4AC4-8796-CD795E8C6906}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/swinging-into-entrepreneurshipHumberto Freda"Swing"-Ing Into EntrepreneurshipWhat do a software architect, a former professional golfer, and a product manager have in common?Sat, 18 Aug 2012 08:15:00 -0500{F998F49B-966D-4017-BC8D-10CF80D2FAB2}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/thanks-to-chicago-boothEW AdmissionsThanks To Chicago BoothTom Yang, current Evening MBA student, shares how his studies at Booth impacted his career sooner than he anticipatedFri, 03 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0500{EAF850D1-32B2-4024-94B9-C9ADFD82CEA7}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/a-unique-post-graduation-planHumberto FredaA Unique Post Graduation PlanThere will even be a subset of graduates undertaking their own entrepreneurial ventures, having developed or launched an idea while at Booth. And at least one four students will be following a completely different path after graduation.Sat, 02 Jun 2012 14:12:00 -0500{DD1204B7-5A60-4542-8E63-B43DFAFB114F}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2012/tools-for-success-a-booth-alum-storyGretchen CooperTools For Success: A Booth Alum StoryFranklin and Marshall College - A Bachelor of Arts. Johns Hopkins University - A Masters in Biomedical Engineering. What do these two schools and degrees have to do with a Booth MBA?Fri, 18 May 2012 15:30:00 -0500{CB5A7210-E09F-418A-B871-8A01BFF5157B}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2011/from-the-bar-exam-to-the-ballet-barKara NorthcuttFrom The Bar Exam To The Ballet BarI was recently in Washington DC to host a Chicago Booth Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Reception. I always enjoy visiting DC and catching up with our current students, alumni and meeting future Booth students. The highlight of this trip was visiting Kate Arnold's (Evening MBA alumna) Bar Method studio and attending a class.Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:11:00 -0600{7DFC3AF8-A1D4-4DB4-A265-94FB6AFED68C}http://www.chicagobooth.edu/blog/ewadmissions/2011/application-tipsGretchen CooperApplication TipsThese Top 10 tips from the Chicago Booth Admissions Directors will help you in the application process.Mon, 16 May 2011 17:16:00 -0500