Broughton, Philip Delves
What They Teach You at Harvard Business School: My Two Years Inside the Cauldron of Capitalism
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141046488
- author:
- Broughton, Philip Delves
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Business & Management
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Philip Delves Broughton's account of his two years at Harvard Business School is a humorous and enlightening exploration of the world of business education. With over 900 fellow students, he embarked on an MBA course that promised to teach him the skills to succeed in the corporate world.
As he delved into the school's notorious case studies and Excel shortcuts, Broughton discovered that HBS alumni were not only successful business leaders but also influential figures in global governments and financial institutions. His experiences within the school's walls provide a unique glimpse into the world of business education, revealing both its value and its limitations.
This book offers an insider's perspective on Harvard Business School and its impact on the business world, providing a fresh and thought-provoking look at the world of capitalism and the skills required to succeed in it.