Creating compelling video content that you star in yourself is an essential skill in our social media–dominated world. From Zoom meetings to TikTok, the first time people meet you these days will likely be on video. Many colleges and business schools have now added video elements to their applications. The good news is that most …
Congratulations! You’ve just completed another step on the road to acceptance to Harvard Business School (HBS) – your interview. Now, you have 24 hours to send HBS your Post-Interview Reflection (PIR). So let’s get started! When it comes to this part of the process, there’s really one major thing you need to do – reflect! …
Application submitted – check. Wait, wait, and wait some more, and then… Yay, they’ve invited me to interview! They like me! But wait, how do I prepare for an MBA interview? Is it the same as a job interview? Will they have read my entire application? Who will interview me? If they know my GMAT …
During my time as director of admissions marketing and financial aid at the Lauder Institute’s MA program with Wharton’s MBA, I was lucky enough to get to interview applicants for both programs, including running Wharton’s Team Based Discussion. Wharton is somewhat unique with respect to the team-based interview format, but working as part of a …
Have you been invited to interview at the graduate school of your choice? Great news! This means the program is seriously interested in you, and you are one important step closer to acceptance. To make the most of this opportunity, preparation is essential. Your goal is not only to demonstrate your enthusiasm for and knowledge …
Show Summary Dawna Clarke, Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions at UVA Darden, returns to Admissions Straight Talk to discuss various aspects of the Darden MBA program, including experiential learning opportunities, global study opportunities, the use of AI in the program, the application process, and common mistakes made by applicants. Dawna emphasizes the importance of authenticity …
Can I prepare for a Wharton TBD? A successful Wharton Team-Based Interview is all about the team’s success and your contribution to the team. It’s not about strutting your stuff or dominating the conversation. It’s also not about being a wallflower or going with the flow. You need to listen carefully and contribute constructively. The …
Just how important is having a mock interview before your upcoming graduate school admissions interview? Listen to Accepted Founder Linda Abraham’s two-minute answer to this often-asked question. As for actual applicants who elected to before their official interview, how did they ultimately feel about their decision? Here is some recent feedback we’ve received from such …
[powerpress] In this episode the Executive Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth discusses what the Adcom expects from applicants. [SHOW SUMMARY] Would you like to attend an MBA program with a tight-knit community and a strong foundation in general management, but with enough breadth that you can still …
[powerpress] Shortcuts to Key Insights from this Episode Shelly Heinrich, Associate Dean for MBA and MS-ESM admissions, and Director of Marketing at Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business, discusses everything applicants need to know about getting into Georgetown McDonough’s MBA program. [Show Summary] Are you interested in sustainability? Also considering an MBA? Well Georgetown University’s McDonough …
[powerpress] Discover all you need to know about UNC Kenan-Flagler’s MBA program [Show Summary] UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School is a leading MBA program located in North Carolina, an emerging business hotspot. Danielle Richie, UNC’s MBA Admissions Director, describes the qualities that make up the dynamic student body and shares her tips on how to get …
You’ve finally finished your b-school interview and are thankful to cross this experience off your application to-do list. However, as you wait to receive your acceptance letter, it’s appropriate to also send thank you notes to all of the people who helped you during the day. Gratitude is key A thank you email follows a …
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