The mbaMission Podcast
Every Tuesday, The mbaMission Podcast delivers expert, unfiltered insights into the world of elite business school admissions. Hosted by Senior Admissions Consultant Harold Simansky alongside mbaMission Founder Jeremy Shinewald, the show strips away the guesswork of applying to top-tier MBA programs. Through candid conversations, timely market updates, and exclusive interviews with top admissions directors and industry insiders, Harold and the team break down every piece of the application mosaic—from essay drafting and resume optimization to interview preparation and post-MBA career mapping. Whether you are a traditional candidate aiming to differentiate yourself or a unique applicant navigating the process for the first time, The mbaMission Podcast is your definitive, go-to resource for actionable strategies, data-backed advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to get accepted to your dream school.
The mbaMission Podcast
Latest Episodes
MIT Sloan Fellows MBA: A One-Year Career Accelerator | Ep 122
Which MBA candidates should choose the MIT Sloan Fellows MBA over a traditional two-year MBA or executive MBA program?In Episode 122 of The mbaMission Podcast, mbaMission Senior Consultant Harold Simansky speaks with Ricardo Her...
Inside Cornell Tech’s One-Year MBA: Innovation, Careers, and Impact | Ep 121
The Johnson Cornell Tech MBA offers an accelerated path for professionals who know they want to work where business and technology intersect.In Episode 121 of The mbaMission Podcast, mbaMission Senior Consultant Harold Simansky ...
What Strengthens an MBA Application? (Your Questions Answered) | Ep 120
Which admissions test should you take? Can you overcome a lower GPA? How should reapplicants choose their recommenders, and how much clarity do business schools expect applicants to have about their career goals?In Episode 120 of The mb...
How Duke Fuqua Helps MBAs Build Lasting Careers | Ep 119
In this episode, mbaMission Senior Consultant Harold Simansky and Founder Jeremy Shinewald speak with Shari Hubert, associate dean of admissions at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, about MBA career outcomes and the school’s approach ...
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Finding MBA Programs Outside the Top Ten That Fit Your Goals | Ep 118
The perfect MBA program to get you closer to your goals might be outside the top ten.In this episode of The mbaMission Podcast, host Harold Simansky, mbaMission Founder Jeremy Shinewald, and Managing Director Gavriella Semaya di...
