This is a short handbook for either perspective MBA students wanting to know more about what is involved, or students seeking to prepare themselves for the experience to come. The author offers advice on how to get the most out of an MBA programme, the instructors and fellow students. Topics covered include: how to read and prepare a case; how to work in teams; how to design a project; how to carry out a project; how to present written material; how to communicate effectively in classrooms; interaction with instructors and fellow students; how to use libraries and other resources; how to develop and manage personal networks; and how to look for a job at the end of the programme.