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5 Things Every MBA Student Should Do

29 Jul 2016
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A Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is one of the most popular professional courses in the world. With an increase in the need for competent individuals, the demand for MBA courses is also on the rise. If you are wondering what is MBA all about and what a one year MBA degree student should do, then this post if for you.

If you’re an MBA student, here are the 5 things you should do during your course.

1. Explore your interests

During your business school days, avail of all opportunities by participating in class discussions, industrial projects, and extra-curricular activities. Most leading institutes provide their students with a lot of support in the form of guidance and services. Take advantage of your leisure time to explore all avenues offered by your institute.

2. Market trends

The corporate world demands professionals, not highly qualified students. What can set you apart from others is your level of awareness which indicates how much value you can add to a company. Begin by understanding business on a theoretical level and amplify it through practical exposure and on-field experiences.

3. Networking

Starting from your first day at B-school, get into the habit of introducing yourself and talking to new people. This ability will help you meet a variety of people across ages and industries. You never know just when a group mail could result in you landing your first job!

4. Communication skills

Irrespective of your field of interest and qualification, all professionals are expected to possess a certain degree of fluency in language. While pursuing executive MBA courses, brush up on your communication skills. While your desk job may not warrant grades, it does call for confident and flawless presentation skills.

5. Entrepreneurship

The biggest litmus test is starting a business of your own! Being a student entrepreneur proves that you can multi-task and this will surely result in a gold star on your resume as well as impressed future employers. Take advantage of mentorship programs and all the resources available for free to students.

Whether it is a 1 year full time MBA in India, a part-time MBA, or a distance learning course, following the above would help you garner more value out of your MBA education.

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