Here is the only complete guide to business school admissions, and the only one to focus on the truly top schools in the United States and Europe. Over 90% of successful Harvard Business School applicants used the first edition of this book.This comprehensive manual analyzes each step of the business school application process. Its special features include: -- In-depth strategic analysis of each step of the application process, from building credentials to writing essays and preparing for interviews. -- Detailed advice and information -- directly quoting the admissions directors at the world"s top business schools -- to help readers develop a personal marketing strategy. -- An in-depth look at the way in which admissions committees at top schools assess each credential -- work experience, grades, GMAT score, extracurricular and community activities -- and how each can be presented to maximum results. -- 140 actual examples of essays from 30 successful applicants, plus commentary on what was done right and wrong.