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The Art of Formulating Dissertation Research Questions

The process of how to formulate a research question is daunting for many graduate students — and for good reason. One of the cornerstones of any research endeavor is the formulation of a strong, clear, and concise thesis research question. It serves as a guiding star for your research project. It also provides direction, defining […]

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Identify a Viable Research Topic in 8 Steps

As a graduate student preparing for your thesis or dissertation research, you may feel overwhelmed by the first significant hurdle — identifying a research topic. From idea conception, to finding a suitable supervisor, conducting the academic literature search, writing your proposal, and preparing for the dissertation defense, completing your doctorate may feel like a daunting task. The

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Mastering the MBA Essay

Having worked with hundreds of students and professionals applying to business school, I’ve seen it all – essays that are too short, too impersonal (or too personal), too wordy, too packed with data and facts, etc. For many applicants, MBA essays are synonymous with qualifications. They focus on listing out every relevant position, activity, award,

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The Top Reference Books for College-level Writing: From the Application Essay to College Papers

The Top Reference Books for College-level Writing: From the Application Essay to College Papers

By Katrina Oko-Odoi Let’s face it: most high school seniors and college freshmen aren’t expert writers. Far from it, in fact. But that’s okay; that’s where external resources like reference books come in. While the internet might seem like a fine source for help with grammar and other common writing errors, there is a lot

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College application: Common Application: How Personal Should You Make Your Application?

How Personal Should You Make Your Application?

  A Guest Blog by James Maynard There are two ways of playing a college application. One way is to look as professional as possible. Students who do this take no chances and don’t allow themselves any room to make mistakes. For some colleges, like business schools, filling out an application like this might be

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Role of College Essay: What role do essays play in my overall college application?

What role do essays play in my overall college application? by James Maynard

A Guest Blog by James Maynard College application essays are one of the most dreaded – and important – parts of a college application. Your personal essay not only show colleges that you are able to answer the question, but also gives them insight into you as a person. This is because they are not

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