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Five Considerations When Applying to Wharton’s Lauder Program
March 13, 2024
Top MBA programs all have elements of international exposure and adventure, but Wharton’s Lauder 24-month dual degree sets itself apart as the first of its kind in the United States: an MBA from Wharton, plus an International Studies MA from the University of Pennsylvania School of Arts & Sciences. Within the Lauder program, students integrate…
Six Tips for the Wharton Team Based Discussion Interview
February 16, 2024
Congratulations on being invited to interview at Wharton! Making it this far in the business school application process is a huge win (fewer than half of applicants are invited), but preparing for the Wharton Team Based Discussion (TBD) presents new challenges. As you likely know by now, Wharton’s interview process is unlike that of any…
Showcase Your “Spike Factor” in Rotman MBA Application Essays
January 17, 2024
Rotman Application Essay Tips, 2023-2024 Rotman is all about “spike factor,” asking you to upload one to three of your “spikiest” pictures (optional) and select 500 words to explain why these pictures showcase your “spike.” Even on campus, you can feel the excitement and positive momentum of this program firsthand. From the juxtaposition of old…
Is a Tech MBA for Me?
September 7, 2023
Technology is everywhere these days—and careers revolving around technology are the focus of many MBA programs. Although a general-management MBA will help you build strong management and business skills, if you are looking to pivot specifically into technology, there are tech-focused programs designed to help you get there. In addition, all tech MBA programs are…
Tips for Your UNC Kenan-Flagler Application Essays
August 28, 2023
UNC Kenan-Flagler Application Essay Tips, 2023-2024 The biggest change at UNC Kenan-Flagler is the return of three-time alumna Mary Margaret Frank, who became the first female dean in Kenan-Flagler history in August 2023. The school’s prime offerings — including real-life learning, concentrations tailored to your professional goals, a career team behind you, a STEM-focused curriculum,…
Tips for Your Consortium Application Essays
August 22, 2023
Consortium Application Essay Tips, 2023-2024 The Consortium’s mission is to increase representation of African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans in top MBA programs and throughout the US workforce. For more than 50 years, The Consortium has provided a streamlined application process to leading business schools. Kellogg has joined the ranks this year, bringing the…
Tips for Your Emory Goizueta Application Essays
August 21, 2023
Emory’s Goizueta Business School is named after Roberto Goizueta, the former CEO of the little local company Coca-Cola. Goizueta’s values of curiosity, intellectual courage, and integrity are part of the Emory Goizueta ethos. The school also places a strong emphasis on leadership, entrepreneurial and innovative spirit, global awareness, and social responsibility, so these should all…
Tips for Your Yale SOM Application Essays
July 28, 2023
Yale SOM Application Essay Tips, 2023-2024 The Yale School of Management (SOM) has made some changes to its application this year. For one, rather than sticking to just one essay prompt, the school now gives you a choice of three prompts: Describe the biggest commitment you have ever made. Why is this commitment meaningful to…
Tips for Your Chicago Booth Application Essay
July 25, 2023
Chicago Booth Application Essay Tips, 2023-2024 Chicago Booth, while well-known for its quantitative approach and highly flexible curriculum, continues to use the application process to identify strong qualitative thinkers who offer a broad diversity of experiences that will bring variety to class discussions and add complexity to the team dynamics the school emphasizes. Indeed, through…
Tips for Your Harvard Business School Application Essay
July 24, 2023
Harvard Business School MBA Application Essay Tips, 2023-2024 Last year, Harvard Business School (HBS) added a word limit to its open-ended essay question for the first time. While 900 words is the maximum, some rare applicants might be able to tell their stories effectively in 750 words or less. You should use the number of…
Tips for Your Georgetown McDonough Essays
July 22, 2023
Tips for your Georgetown McDonough 2023–2024 Application Essays Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business’s 2023–2024 application is one of the most flexible, with one required video essay, plus three options for your main essay. Which one should you choose? The answer will be different for everyone, so focus on the question that you can most…
Tips for Your Cambridge Judge Application Essays
July 21, 2023
Cambridge Judge MBA Application Essay Tips, 2023–2024 Cambridge has released its new essay prompts. The school’s application includes a career objectives essay and three shorter essays: Essay 1: Please provide details of your post-MBA career plans. The statement should not exceed 500 words and must address the following: – What are your short and long-term…