You have been invited to an MBA interview as the final step in your application process! So what happens now?

If you are considering an MBA programme that starts next year, now is the time to learn the 2018 MBA application deadlines for your short list of universities or B-schools. Each school has its own policy for accepting applications, and there is great variation among them.

Bouncing back from an MBA rejection can be tough, but it is definitely not sufficient reason to give up on your ambitious goal. Any motivational speaker will tell you that failure is an opportunity. Instead of languishing in the defeat, take a step back, evaluate your options, and decide on a new plan of action.

Nearly all MBA programme candidates must submit one or more test scores along with their application, but which MBA entrance exam is most often required by the B-schools and universities offering the degrees? The short answer is that it all depends on the school, but what follows is some practical information on how to jump-start your research.

If you want to master the GMAT or GRE, you must not overlook the importance of English grammar to your overall score. Sure, the math, or “quant,” sections are difficult for most students and require extensive preparation, but some believe that scores on verbal sections contribute more heavily to your overall score.

Since the TOEFL and IELTS examinations are specifically designed to test a non-native English speaker’s proficiency of the language, you must master the nuances of English grammar in order to test well.