Articles & Tips
Explore resources and guides for prospective students and learn about our academic programs, applying to the Carlson School, career resources, and more.
Application Tips & More
Our admissions staff gave us their top-secret tips and tricks on building a Carlson School graduate degree application they can’t pass up. Whether it's building your resume, preparing for your video essay, or applying to the program of your choice, we have you covered.
Tips From Carlson School’s Admissions Team
How Do I Apply to the Carlson School?
Resume Dos and Don’ts: How To Write a Great Resume
How to Prepare for Your Written and Video Essays
GMAT vs. GRE: What’s the Difference and Which Should I Take?
5 Steps to Ask for Recommendation Letters for Master's Programs
10 Tips for Completing a Winning MBA Application
Asking For Employer Support
How to Apply to U.S. Business Schools as an International Applicant
GRE and GMAT Test Waiver Options for Carlson School's Masters Programs
How to Request a GRE/GMAT Test Waiver for Full-time and Management Science MBA
MBA & Masters Programs
Graduate school is both a big decision and a big commitment, and not one we take lightly. Our admissions team compiled guides to help you understand how our programs will help expand your career opportunities and fast-track you to the future you envision for yourself.
How the Accountant Shortage Can Boost Your Career Prospects
Executive MBA vs MBA: Which program is right for me?
What is business analytics and why is it important?
Human resources degrees at the University of Minnesota
Debunking 5 artificial intelligence myths
3 Reasons to Pursue Your Business Degree in Minneapolis
Paying for grad school: A guide to Full-Time MBA scholarships
Paying for grad school: A guide to funding your business degree
What Are STEM-Designated Degrees?
Debunking 3 Accounting and Tax Myths
3 Things You'll Learn in the Carlson School's Human Resources Master's Program
Can I Get a Business Master’s Without a Business Bachelor’s?
5 Reasons to Get a Master's in Supply Chain Management
Part-Time MBA or Online MBA: Which is Right for Me?
5 Reasons to Get a Master of Business Taxation Degree
5 Reasons to Get a Master of Accountancy Degree
5 Reasons to Pursue a Master of Science in Finance
5 Reasons to Get a Masters in Business Analytics Degree
5 Reasons to Get a Master’s Degree Early in Your Career
5 Reasons to Get a Master’s in Marketing Degree
5 Reasons to get a Human Resources Master’s Degree
MBA or MS — What’s the Difference?
What Are the Different Types of MBA Programs?
Is a Business Education Right for Me?
Graduate School Options For Business Leaders
Military Skills To Give You An Edge In Graduate School
Why Veterans and MS in Supply Chain Management Are A Great Fit
5 Reasons to Get an MBA
What is the Value of an MBA or Master's Degree?
Supporting your success
The Carlson School offers many resources and services to support your academic and career success. Learn more about how we're committed to supporting your time here during the program and your career after you graduate.