Why teaching Chess to your child is a great idea ?
Chess is one of the oldest, continuously- played games in the world. Chess has been internationally popular for centuries, with chess players around the world match wits in this complex battle of strategy and tactics – everyday ! Chess is not just a game, however. It can also be a tool. Teaching your child how to […]
Preparing for University applications – Time Management.
Time management is critical for students– to balance Academics, Extra-curricular activities & having fun!! Each of these activities is important and will contribute to your success – later in life. If you’re in your final year of school (or college), this is the year that you’ll be applying to colleges. You want to ensure that […]
How is your university application assessed?
The University application process can be stressful and when you’ve invested a lot of time and effort into it, the wait for a positive outcome can be nerve-wracking. We look at some of the parameters that Universities (normally) employ while assessing your application. Academic Preparation Academic strength, certainly as an indicator of how thoroughly you’ve […]
MBA vs MiM: Which is right for you?
The Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) & the Master’s in Management (MiM) are both popular business management degree programmes, but which one is right for you? One of the key differences between the MBA & MiM is the work experience requirement. The Target Audience – Seasoned professionals vs Recent Graduates MBA students are expected to be seasoned business professionals with between three […]
How to Write a College Application Essay?
Applying to the best colleges in the world can be stressful. And while every part of the process brings its own challenges, completing the written portion (a.k.a. essays) of your application is one of the most nerve-racking. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a short list of tips and tricks for how to write a college application […]
I know what’s best for my child (Why do I need a Career Counsellor?)
As parents, we are genuinely concerned about the well-being of our children and take great care to plan for their future. Unfortunately, what many parents don’t realise, is that their concern may actually be harming their child ! Your concern may actually lead you down a path that does not suit your child – while you think […]
Taking the AP exams ?
What should you know about the AP Exams and how to go-ahead and prepare for them ?As an international student, why should you take the AP exams? One of the benefits of AP exams, is that it allows school students earn college credits (mostly for US universities), while still in school. What this means is […]
USA v/s Europe ?
Where are the best universities?Which offer better options for me?Is the ranking the only parameter which is important? When it comes to the choice for higher-education, USA v/s Europe is an interesting debate. Each has it’s merits and demerits and some unique advantages that can make a dramatic difference to your future plans. The US normally scores […]
How important are Extra-Curricular activities for College applications?
Today, prospective students are required to provide a lot of information on a college application. This is no longer restricted to personal data and academics, but also information on activities outside the classroom. These activities are called Extra-curricular activities (ECA) and were always an important requirement for admissions to colleges outside India, and recently many […]
How does the Admission Committee evaluate your Personal Profile?
Applying to a top college requires a lot of research, planning and work. You want to project your best and systematically work towards that for many months (or years). In addition to this, it’s also helpful to know what Admission Committee’s normally look for, in an application. It goes without saying that each college follows […]