Books for Aspiring Business school Students

Looking for good business books in preparation for business school? Here's a few of the top 10 New York Times hardcover best sellers in business. In these books you'll find a treasure trove of valuable information to build supplement your business education, including an explanation of the new global economy by Thomas Friedman, investing strategies from Suze Orman, and business and career advice from Jack Welch.

The World is Flat, by Thomas Friedman, describes recent changes in the economy in light of decreasing trade barriers, off-shore outsourcing, and international competition. This book might equip you with a quick education in the important developments in 21st century business and economics.

Freakonomics, by Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner, looks at various social issues through the lens of economics, including the impact of Roe V. Wade on violent crime and what school teachers and sumo wrestlers have in common.

Winning is authored by former CEO Jack Welch with Suzy Welch and is no doubt a favorite around business schools, given Welch's reputation as a corporate strategy guru. Welch goes into detail about managing a company, developing a successful business strategy, and managing your own career in business.

Good to Great, by Jim Collins, looks at what distinguishes good companies from great companies with respect to strategies, habits, and management methods, topics you'll likely encounter in a business school class.

The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous, and Broke is the latest installment of financial wisdom by the telegenic Suze Orman. In this book, Orman turns her attention to recent college graduates who are dealing with student-loan debt. After you've finished your business education, some advice on money management might come in handy.

So whether you're already in business school or are just considering an education in business, you'll enjoy checking out these books to get a better sense of the possible direction of your professional life.