Get ready to write! INSEAD has one of the longest sets of required essays of any top MBA program \u2014 they definitely demand that you put in the time to prove your interest in the program. Additionally, you\u2019ll need to record three short videos and perform a live written assessment for the video component of the school\u2019s application. So give yourself plenty of time to think about the stories you want to tell and the messages you want to convey across your Job Description and Motivation Essays, and make a plan so you can be sure to include them all.<\/span><\/p>\n For this first prompt, describe the different phases of your career thus far, and don\u2019t forget to explain \u201cthe rationale behind your key decisions\u201d along the way. INSEAD wants to know what has motivated you professionally. You also need to describe multiple elements of your current job or most recent one \u2014 the kind of work, primary responsibilities, employees, budget, and so on \u2014 so take care to cover them all and not overlook any.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nJob Description 1:<\/span> Provide a summary of your career since graduating from university, explaining the rationale behind your key decisions and career progression. Include a description of your current (or most recent) role, covering the scope of your work, major responsibilities, employees under your supervision, budget size, clients\/products, and any notable results achieved. (500 words)<\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n
Job Description 2:<\/span> Describe your short and long-term career aspirations, including your target geography, industry, and function. How do you plan to bridge the gap between your current position and these goals, and how will INSEAD help you achieve them? (300 words)<\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n