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London Business School Master’s in Finance Application Essay Questions, Tips & Deadlines [2020 – 2021]

London Business School MiF application essay tips

The LBS Master’s in Finance (full-time program) essay questions, taken together, convey the adcom’s interest in two interrelated points: (1) how you envision and plan your future career; (2) your knowledge of and interest in the LBS Master’s in Finance program. Showing fit is particularly important because this is a rare MiF program that targets more experienced finance professionals (most such programs target early-career applicants). Given this unique focus, it’s important to deliver throughout the essays mature, informed insights and perspectives derived from your experience in your area of finance. Also, cite reasons for attending the program beyond the fact that it’s one of the very few targeting experienced finance professionals – the adcom clearly is looking for engaged applicants who are well-informed about the program and ready to participate in its academic and social life.

London Business School Master’s in Finance 2020-21 application essays

LBS MiF essay #1

What are your career objectives and what steps are you taking to achieve them? What alternatives are you considering? What geographical region do you hope to work in? (maximum 500 words)

Well, this “question 1” is actually four questions! That said, all the sub-questions focus on one thing: goals.

Your career objectives are holistic: both what you want to DO and what you want to ACHIEVE (what impact you want to have through your career). The “achieve” part may be brief, but it animates and gives purpose to the whole essay (indeed, the whole application). The “do” part should be specific, in terms of position(s), industry, possibly company(ies), responsibilities, and, in this section, geography as well. The alternatives are essentially your “Plan B” – if the alternatives are primarily for the shorter-term goals, note how/why they’re another viable path to your long-term goals. If the alternative is for a longer-term goal (for example, it’s not unusual for someone, reasonably, to consider starting a venture way down the road), make sure it’s coherent with the other elements. Be thoughtful about this alternative section, but don’t spend a lot of space on it.

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Not least, identify the key steps you are taking toward your goals. Of course, attending LBS is one such step. I do suggest noting other steps too (at least one more), as it builds credibility for your seriousness in “doing what it takes” to get where you want to go. In mentioning LBS and any other steps, briefly note why – how they will contribute to your achieving your goals.

LBS MiF essay #2

What specific areas of London Business School life are you most excited about getting involved in and where do you believe you will add value to the School Community? (maximum 300 words)

This essay allows you to do two important things:

  • Demonstrate understanding of the LBS community overall;

  • Highlight interesting and/or impressive aspects of your life and experience.

Really focus on the LBS community in this essay (show the love). In discussing areas you’d like to get involved in, select 2-3 and try to include something beyond work – perhaps there are sports or social clubs, or a volunteer initiative, that you’d like to join. Of course, mention professional clubs and organizations as well. How you’ll add value can include these activities, but it can also be broader, to include what you’ll bring to the classrooms, projects, and cafeteria discussions based on your experiences and unique perspective. But interesting facts alone don’t show how you’ll add value; include your insight to make it meaningful.

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LBS Master’s in Finance full-time (August 2021 intake) deadlines

Round 1September 29, 2020
Round 2November 3, 2020
Round 3January 5, 2021
Round 4March 2, 2021
Round 5April 27, 2021

Source: London Business School Master’s in Finance website

***Disclaimer: Information is subject to change. Please check with individual programs to verify the essay questions, instructions and deadlines.***

After a successful career in business publishing, Cindy Tokumitsu has worked for the past 15+ years with Accepted, every year helping clients get accepted to top MBA, law, and med programs. She is a pioneer in the niche of EMBA application consulting. Want Cindy to help you get accepted? Click here to get in touch with Cindy Tokumitsu.

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Related Resources:

  • 5 Fatal Flaws to Avoid in Your Application Essays, a free guide
  • How to Get Accepted to Master’s in Finance Programs
  • London Business School Master’s in Management (MiM) Essay Questions, Tips & Deadlines

Article by Cindy Tokumitsu / Grad School Admissions / finance, London Business School, Masters in Finance

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