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What Type of MBA is Right for Me?

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

The MBA is one of the most prestigious and sought after degrees. With an MBA program, students study the theory and application of business and management principle and learn critical skills to apply in real world business. An MBA degree is typically required for senior and executive management posi...

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Why You Should Live With a Host Family While Studying Abroad

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

When you're studying abroad, especially if it's your first time away from home for an extended period of time, your experience can be extremely exciting but also mixed with a lot of anxiety. A new level of independence, unfamiliar surroundings, a different culture, perhaps a new language - all of th...

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How to Develop Your Foreign Language Skills

by Christine Chadwick

Bilingual individuals and polyglots alike can agree that learning a new language is a daunting task, but there's definitely a plateau of understanding involved. If you're learning a new language, what's the best way to get over the steep learning curve and into this conversational "eye of the storm"...

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Five Things to Do the Week Before a Presentation

by Christine Chadwick

Some people claim they fear public speaking more than they fear death. But now that you must give a presentation, there's no turning back. There are, however, several productive actions you can take the week before the event. These tips can help you stay calm and give an informative, compelling pres...

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Five Tips for Improving Imagery in Writing

by Christine Chadwick

Though we're not all poets, most of us have been asked to write creatively in an educational setting. English classes from primary school onward encourage students to write in a descriptive manner using techniques involving imagery. If you struggle with writing in this fashion, read on for five tips...

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