1) Though reputable in many areas, Darden is primarily a general management school, and as such seeks well-rounded candidates with exhibited leadership potential and strong interpersonal skills.
2) Learning in Darden in based predominantly on the case method of instruction. Cases developed by Darden are vastly taught in business schools and companies around the globe.
3) Darden is ranked # 1 internationally for General Management by the Financial Times. Darden MBA's enjoy the advantages of a strong and extremely loyal Alumni network. The Economist Intelligence Unit ranks the Darden Alumni network as most effective in the world.
4) Darden faculty is ranked # 1 by both Business Week and the Financial Times.
5) Darden graduates enjoy high employment statistics even during a tough economy and practically the highest among peer schools. According to US News, in 2002 89.8% of Darden graduates were employed 3 months after graduation.