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Program of the Month: IE's International MBA

Change is the only constant!

Are you ready for a challenge; are you ready for a change? Change starts from within and the International MBA at IE is designed to be a truly transformational experience. The program is aimed at postgraduates who have undertaken studies and professional activities in a wide range of fields and seek to sharpen their management skills for an ever more competitive world.

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To GRE or to GMAT?

For those of you embarking on your journey to graduate school, one of the biggest hurdles is the standardized testing requirement. But which test should you choose - the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)?

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Are US Business School Campuses Safe?

Flip on the television and images of violence in America abound. From news clips on the most recent hunt for a new serial murderer to television series such as CSI: Miami, it sometimes seems that crime is woven into the very fabric of life in the US. From Singapore, where a single rape is headline-worthy news, US crime rates seem big, scary and ugly.

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More Idioms for TOEFL and IELTS

As mentioned in previous ICON+ blogs, using idiomatic expressions in your speaking and writing for the TOEFL and IELTS is a fantastic way to achieve top marks. Incorporating idioms into your sentences helps show the examiners your fluency in English. Furthermore, it adds emotion and creativity to your work.  If you are getting bored with your revision for TOEFL and IELTS, spice up your language by using some of the idiomatic phrases below in your speaking and writing.

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More Idioms for TOEFL and IELTS

As mentioned in previous ICON+ blogs, using idiomatic expressions in your speaking and writing for the TOEFL and I

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Are US College Campuses Safe?

Flip on the television and images of violence in America abound. From news clips on the most recent hunt for a new serial murderer to television series such as CSI: Miami, it sometimes seems that crime is woven into the very fabric of life in the US. From Singapore, where a single rape is headline-worthy news, US crime rates seem big, scary and ugly.

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Advanced SAT Prep: Aim for an Ivy League Worthy Score!

Are you a high scorer on the SAT? If you already have a 2000 or above, the below tips will help you bump up your mark even more.

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Program of the Month: The NUS MBA

Established in 1965, the NUS Business School is known for providing management thought leadership from an Asian perspective, enabling its students an

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SAT Subject Test Math Level I or II?

Wondering whether to take the SAT Math Level I exam or SAT Math Level II exam? Here’s a useful breakdown.

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What NOT to Write About in Your College Admissions Essay

Don’t drink and drive! Stripes and polka dots don’t belong together in the same outfit. Oh, and most importantly – never drink orange juice after brushing your teeth (it takes really REALLY gross)!

Sometimes, it’s knowing what NOT to do that puts you on the right path. Here are some topics you should avoid on the personal essay you’re about to submit to Stanford, Oberlin, or U Mich – whatever your dream school may be.

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