Shannon Cook

Shannon Cook is a Writer for BusinessBecause and GMAC Media. She is responsible for writing and managing sponsored and non-sponsored editorial content relating to the business school journey, as well as covering the latest business news trends. She also heads up the video series, building brand awareness of BusinessBecause across social media channels and the website.

Shannon earned a BA in English Literature with Legal Studies from the University of Sussex and an MA in International Journalism from the University of Leeds. She is also a 2024 Fellow (mentee) of the John Schofield Trust.

Shannon's Recent Articles

London Business School MBA Application Insider: Admission Requirements, Acceptance Rate And Essays

Interested in applying to study for an MBA at London Business School? From essays to acceptance rates, find out what you need to know to ace your LBS MBA application

10 April, 2025
Three Levels Of Strategy: Key Differences Explained

There are three levels of strategy that run across an organization, with each playing a vital role in the success of a business. But what’s the difference between them?

8 April, 2025
Master In Data Analytics And AI In Health Sciences Review | Curriculum, Careers And Application

Find out how this new Master of Science in Data Analytics and AI is preparing students for the future world of health sciences

7 April, 2025
How Business School Can Empower Women In Finance

Women in finance remain starkly underrepresented—here are the top ways business schools can empower female leaders in finance

31 March, 2025
Webinar | Studying Abroad: How To Thrive As An International MBA Student

Studying abroad in a new country can be daunting—watch our latest webinar to find out how to succeed as an international MBA student

28 March, 2025
VIDEO | MBA Summer Internships: What I Learned

Landing an MBA summer internship at a top company is every business school student's dream—watch our video to hear about MBA internships at McKinsey, ABG, and Britannia

24 March, 2025
VIDEO | Our Favorite Professors At This MBA In India

Find out what it's like to learn from global MBA professors at BITS School of Management

24 March, 2025
IE Online MBA Review | Cost, Requirements & Class Profile

Find out everything you need to know about the IE Online MBA, including admission requirements, class profile, and how much the program costs

21 March, 2025
Here’s What I’ve Learned From Studying An MBA In China

From delving into case studies to building a strong network—find out what Abbas Khan has learned from studying an MBA in China

11 March, 2025
3 Key Tips For Women Starting Business School In 2025

This International Women’s Day, we spoke with female business leaders and MBA graduates from Chicago Booth and Stanford to hear their top strategies for success

6 March, 2025