Appeal of MBA continues to grow

Though the number of GMAT test-takers from UAE citizens continued it’s decline in 2012, the appeal of an MBA from one of the world’s leading business schools continues to grow across the GCC, as young professionals look to stand out in the job market.

… But as McGill-Desautels Dean Peter Todd explains, there is no ‘best’ business school in the world, but there may be a ‘best’ business school for each individual. “Rankings measure a variety of things, and are a useful tool for candidates, but they are only one component of many to ensure the best fit. A school’s approach to teaching, the blend of classmates, and a management education that ensures career development and prepares students to do right in the world are all part of the bigger picture.”

Read full article: Khaleej Times, December 11, 2012