Karan Gupta

Stories by Karan Gupta

What NOT to do during the admissions process

What NOT to do during the admissions process

Rediff.com   12 Feb 2008

The waiting period can be stressful but there are some ethical and legal guidelines that must be followed during the admissions process. Here's a look at them.

Study US: Violence a cause for concern?

Study US: Violence a cause for concern?

Rediff.com   1 Feb 2008

With the recent violent incidents, parents and students across India are questioning the safety of studying in the United States. Some helpful tips.

How to fund your education for studies abroad

How to fund your education for studies abroad

Rediff.com   15 Jan 2008

Don't let the hole in your wallet stop you from studying abroad. Karan Gupta looks at some funding options for you.

Study Abroad: Beware of the Freshman 15!

Study Abroad: Beware of the Freshman 15!

Rediff.com   21 Aug 2007

Karan Gupta discusses various facets of US university life -- academics, socialising and the dreaded Freshman 15.

'Internships are crucial for career success'

'Internships are crucial for career success'

Rediff.com   1 Aug 2007

Karan Gupta, overseas education consultant, examines the importance of securing internships before graduation.

How to choose your MBA programme

How to choose your MBA programme

Rediff.com   9 Jul 2007

Karan Gupta details the various MBA options available to students. To find the best programme, he says, 'start with self-analysis.'

Make way for the Global Indian!

Make way for the Global Indian!

Rediff.com   22 Jun 2007

Karan Gupta touches on a controversial topic -- sending students abroad. He discusses and debunks the 'brain drain', as well as mentioning why exactly foreign schools love our students.

Study Abroad: Start on the right foot!

Study Abroad: Start on the right foot!

Rediff.com   7 Jun 2007

Karan Gupta, education counsellor, discusses key preparation tactics for international students before their departure to a foreign university.

Why an MBA is important

Why an MBA is important

Rediff.com   17 May 2007

Karan Gupta, overseas education consultant, tells you what you need to know about doing an MBA at an international university.

Analysing the US student visa process

Analysing the US student visa process

Rediff.com   23 Apr 2007

Education Consultant Karan Gupta describes the US student visa process. He dispels common myths and gives advice on how to prepare.

Study abroad: Only join an 'accredited' school

Study abroad: Only join an 'accredited' school

Rediff.com   5 Mar 2007

If you have to fork out some more cash to attend an institution that has valid accreditation, it will be worth your while.

Writing a Statement of Purpose? Say NO to copying!

Writing a Statement of Purpose? Say NO to copying!

Rediff.com   21 Feb 2007

Statements of purpose are not essays. All you need to put down is your goals and reasons for wanting to join the university.

Study in Australia: Pros and cons

Study in Australia: Pros and cons

Rediff.com   15 Feb 2007

Is Australia really the hot new destination for overseas education that it's being made out to be?

Study abroad: May the best school win

Study abroad: May the best school win

Rediff.com   13 Feb 2007

Think carefully of all the factors that are important to you and check whether your university offers the things you are looking for.

European MBA vs US MBA -- which is better?

European MBA vs US MBA -- which is better?

Rediff.com   12 Dec 2006

Education consultant Karan Gupta says one's focus should be on applying to the best global business schools rather than on a particular country.

How to choose your overseas MBA programme

How to choose your overseas MBA programme

Rediff.com   19 Oct 2006

Want to be the next Karan Johar?

Want to be the next Karan Johar?

Rediff.com   28 Aug 2006

Want an international MBA?

Want an international MBA?

Rediff.com   24 Mar 2006

Self-study tips for GRE

Self-study tips for GRE

Rediff.com   18 Jan 2006

Planning to study abroad?

Planning to study abroad?

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2005