Category Archives: Link education with career

Is it Worth Doing an MBA? Part II

Posted on October 29, 2012 by b4iapply

During the past ten years, many people have asked me whether it is worth doing an MBA. The problem with this question is that the answer differs from individual to individual. It depends on what you want to achieve by … Continue reading →

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What is the Role of Higher Education?

Posted on October 1, 2012 by b4iapply

There was a lot of discussion following the appearance of David Cameron on Letterman’s show on Wednesday September 26. The incidence gave me the opportunity to discuss the role of higher education in an article published in Huffington Post. It … Continue reading →

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Parents’ Guide to College Planning: How to Help

Posted on August 21, 2012 by b4iapply

My parents didn’t go to college and they were very keen for me to get the best education I could. Those who went to college also swear that they will do anything possible to offer this opportunity to their children. … Continue reading →

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Is UCAS Clearing the ‘Sale Period’ for Universities?

Posted on August 15, 2012 by b4iapply

UCAS clearing is starting mid- August. Thousands of disappointed  university applicants will have another go to get one of the remaining places. This begs for the question: Is UCAS Clearing the ‘Sale Period’ for Higher Education? What do you think? … Continue reading →

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UCAS Clearing: Six (rather harsh) Choices to Make

Posted on August 1, 2012 by b4iapply

The A-level results day is looming.  Most students will be very happy with the news. Those who won’t achieve the required grades, they will have to take some decisions.  As George Clooney’s character Chris Kelvin (the protagonist of the sci-fi … Continue reading →

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