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January 4, 2017

Fixated with Your College Years? It Happens: 7 Reasons Why & How to Fix Them

It could be a year or a decade since you graduated from college. Yet you find yourself pining for the college days, daydreaming in meetings about afternoons on the quad, flipping back through your college Facebook photos just a little too often. It’s totally okay and normal to be wistful about the past, but you want to make sure it’s not interfering with your ability to reach your full potential and enjoy the present. If you clicked on this article, you’re probably at least slightly concerned about your level of fixation. Below are a few common reasons people get stuck…

October 1, 2016

How to Become an Engineer

If you are looking at what career path you should choose then this can be an incredibly difficult time for you, with so many options in front of you it can be hard to make a decision that will be the right fit for you and your abilities. One important consideration is that many people never actually decide on a particular career path and end up simply studying what they are good at, this can lead to uncertainty and whilst difficult, making a selection early will lead to bigger rewards in your career. One career that we are going to…

September 9, 2016

5 Qualities of Competitive MBA Programs

When it comes to applying for competitive MBA programs, only you can decide the universities that are going to fit your career aspirations, life, and passions. However, before you take the plunge and start writing applications, try comparing the schools you’ve been thinking about based on these 5 criteria. They’re good benchmarks to determine whether the school is going to provide what you want. #1 Part-time vs. One-Year Full-time – Can you afford to set your career aside for a year in order to advance it? For many, a 1 year MBA program is the best way to advance their…

August 18, 2016

Studying for a Career in Healthcare: What to Expect

Are you planning on pursuing an exciting career in healthcare? Then you may be wondering what you should be expecting from your academic journey and beyond. Continue reading for a few pointers on what you can expect when studying for a career in healthcare. Know the Requirements for Entry into the School of Your Choice Careers in healthcare are highly specialized, and schools that offer the best programs will carefully look through each student’s application in order to determine who has the qualifications to be accepted. So before you can even think about what it will be like once you’re…

July 27, 2016

Four Great Benefits of Online Learning

Although not so long ago those who wanted to return to school or further their education had little choice but to attend a physical school, that has all changed with the introduction of online learning. With online-based courses, it’s possible to study to a very high level – for example studying for a doctorate in nursing practice – without having to go to classes every day. If you’re hoping to better yourself by taking a degree for the first time or even getting a master’s degree or higher on top of your current qualifications, opting for online study comes with…

June 10, 2016

So You Want To Be a Lawyer?

Whether inspired by real life cases of lawyers standing up for the little guy, watching too many episodes of Law & Order, or in search of lucrative pay, you decided you want to be a lawyer huh? While becoming a lawyer is not easy, it is definitely doable. Here are some tips on how to become a lawyer from start to finish. Get Your Degree To be a lawyer you need to get your law degree and in order to attend law school you need to have a bachelors degree. What you do in your undergraduate program matters. While working towards…

June 6, 2016

Complete a CFA Program and Stay Ahead of the Crowd

Business professionals often debate whether it is a better decision to pursue the CFA designation on its own or earn an MBA degree with a concentration in finance. While certain observers predict that the Chartered Financial Analyst designation will outstrip a graduate business degree, others have pointed out that there may not be a “one or the other” debate in the future. Instead, the best programs in Canada are introducing a “CFA track” to their curriculum by including course material that prepares students for the rigorous CFA testing process. The Chartered Financial Analyst examination has three tiers, and charter holders…

December 1, 2015

You could become the most famous person in Oslo, Norway….

Oslo is the largest city and capital of Norway located in the Nordic region of Scandinavia. While most people might just think “freezing” when they think of Norway, believe it or not, Oslo has been ranked one of the most livable cities in the entire world. It showcases a big international student population, beautiful architecture, tranquil surrounding nature, a pumping nightlife and much more. So, sounds like a pretty legit place to study, especially grad school, right? Yeup! BI Norwegian Business School has crafted one of the coolest PR campaigns I’ve ever seen and they’re going to select one lucky student to essentially be the most popular person in Oslo,…

October 21, 2015

Getting into government contracting: a promising career you never considered?

Have you ever considered government contracting as a career? If you are hardworking and tenacious in temperament, a smart analytical thinker, and one who knows how to recognize and seize an opportunity when it arises, then a career in government contracting could be a pleasant surprise to you. With so many different career paths open to us these days, sometimes it’s hard to know which route to take. The way we live and work in the new millennium has changed – a single job for life is an outmoded concept, and the notion of having multiple careers throughout our working…

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