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Before you dive headfirst into your career goals essay for your MBA applications, here’s a little advice that might surprise you: Stop. Yes, you read that right – we’re telling you to pause. Take a breath. Step away from the keyboard. Assuming you’ve already narrowed down your list of target MBA programs, your smartest first …
by Kelly Wilson
As an IT consultant, how do you know that equity research is the right career for you? What makes you sure that you can handle the hours, the Darwinian industry and company culture, and the stress of having a pivotal impact on huge investment decisions? While you will certainly not be the only student in …
by Kelly Wilson
Craft a winning MBA resume with these 12 expert tips to showcase impact, leadership, and achievements—and stand out to top business schools. 1. Limit your resume to one page, unless you have more than ten years of work experience. Many schools will accept a two-page resume, but the overwhelming preference among adcom members at the …
by Kelly Wilson
You want to apply to business school, but you might be holding back because you’re worried about your low numbers – namely, an unimpressive GPA or GMAT/GRE score. Don’t worry, this is not the end of the world! In this post, we’ll define what “low” really means, help you put your GPA and scores into …
by Kelly Wilson
The University of Virginia’s Darden MBA program boasts the case-based learning method, which places students in the role of business leaders facing challenging situations. Students are active participants in this discussion-based approach, learning to make decisions in real-world scenarios. Darden is one of the largest case publishers in North America, and because of the school’s …
Chicago Booth has reworked its essay questions this year and now presents four prompts that allow for somewhat abbreviated responses of just 300 characters each. That amounts to roughly 40-60 words, which can be challenging. The four prompts cover your short- and long-term goals and seek to gain insights into what matters to you and …
by Kelly Wilson
Are you planning on applying to MBA programs in the fall? If so, then you’re probably expecting to meet with adcom members at MBA fairs and school receptions as part of that process. Adcom members are preparing to meet you, too. Their goal is to provide you with general information about their MBA program and …
Are you applying to business school? If so, then you probably know that for most MBA programs, your letters of recommendation (LORs) are a powerful piece of your application puzzle. They can validate your story, reinforce your strengths, and give the adcom the confidence to say, “Yes, we want this applicant!” Bonus Tip: Waive your …
Yale School of Management (SOM) is one of the few MBA programs that requires only one application essay. The school aims to gain a deep understanding of each applicant’s personal journey. It’s important to carefully choose the prompt that aligns best with your experiences and feels most relevant to you. Ready to get to work …
by Kelly Wilson
The environment at Dartmouth Tuck is unique, and the school’s admissions committee has developed what it calls “a personal, connected, and transformative application experience that mirrors the distinct MBA experience you can expect to have at Tuck.” Yes, academics, test scores, and work experience count, but you really have to understand what Tuck offers and what the Tuck community is like to present a solid application. The school seeks to admit candidates who meet four basic criteria: smart, accomplished, aware, and encouraging. This can cover many facets, so let’s examine things more in depth.
Ready to work on your Dartmouth Tuck application? Read on.
by Kelly Wilson
According to its website, MIT Sloan is looking for individuals from all around the world, from a broad array of academic backgrounds, who value dignity and respect and who demonstrate the following: To uncover these attributes, the MIT Sloan MBA application continues to include the school’s signature “cover letter” essay and resume requirements. It also …
by Kelly Wilson
Business schools, in general, must keep pace with rapid change, particularly as technology significantly influences business. Technology and analytics skills are essential for success, yet leaders must also possess complementary soft skills to inspire teams to achieve their goals and have a positive impact on the world. UCLA Anderson believes that these are characteristics of …
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