Essay Strategy

Overcoming Adversity in Your MBA Application

Overcoming Adversity in Your MBA Application

It's highly unlikely that you'll be able to apply for an MBA without submitting an essay about a challenge you faced and how it changed you. You could find yourself at a loss for words and are perhaps reluctant to discuss your struggles or areas of weakness in your writing. However, this blog post will explore how to approach this essay question while still presenting yourself as a competitive MBA applicant.

Earning a Second MBA Degree

Earning a Second MBA Degree

Although getting a second MBA is very unusual, it can help you move to a different city, change industries, or build the brand recognition and alumni network you missed out on in your first MBA school. Our founder and admissions expert at Amerasia, Paul Lanzillotti, had an interview with Fortune Education, and he poses this question to those thinking about a second MBA: “What are you really going to get out of this?”

5 Tips for Finance Candidates Pursuing an MBA

5 Tips for Finance Candidates Pursuing an MBA

Your story and the traits that distinguish you are more important in the eyes of the admissions committee, than simply listing your achievements. Finance is something you do, not something you are. And for those of you who are from an over-represented profile, finding your points of differentiation is even more important. Here are five pieces of advice that can help you stand out.

7 Tips for Engineers Pursuing an MBA

7 Tips for Engineers Pursuing an MBA

Combining a technical or engineering background with a top MBA is a great choice that could launch you into a wide range of careers in different fields. More than 16% of new MBA students at Stanford GSB and 11% at HBS come from the tech and engineering fields. If you're an engineer or work in tech, you'll need a plan that's specific to your field for your MBA application. So, how do you set yourself apart? Here are seven tips to help your MBA application stand out:

NYU Stern MBA Essays & Analysis 2022-2023

NYU Stern MBA Essays & Analysis 2022-2023

The career goals essay at NYU has been condensed to only address the short-term goals. After graduating from Stern, you should briefly outline your goals as well as the specific role and responsibilities you are interested in. List your desired skills and target companies.

2022/2023 Columbia Essay Questions and Analysis

2022/2023 Columbia Essay Questions and Analysis

In comparison to last year, the admissions committee has preserved their long-standing goals essay and added a DEI option. In this blog post, we will look at the MBA essays and short answers required for the Columbia Business School admissions cycle 2022-2023.

2022/2023 Harvard Essay Tips and Analysis

2022/2023 Harvard Essay Tips and Analysis

Harvard Business School has been introducing ambiguity into its admission process for years. You might begin by thinking about who HBS is looking for. HBS looks for applicants with a proven track record of leadership, analytical aptitude and appetite, and active community involvement. In this blog post, we will go over the HBS essay topic and offer advice before you hit the submit button.

Tepper Essay Topic Analysis 2022-2023

Tepper Essay Topic Analysis 2022-2023

We will review Tepper’s MBA applications essays for the 2022-2023 admissions cycle in this blog post to assist you in developing your own competitive MBA package. The required essay is your opportunity to show the admissions committee who you are, where you are from, and what you are passionate about.

New Michigan Ross Essay Questions for 2022-2023

New Michigan Ross Essay Questions for 2022-2023

This year there is a new question to the Ross MBA application. This extra short answer gives you a chance to talk more about an experience on your resume that you might not have had enough room to talk about in the main essays.

Chicago Booth MBA Essay Questions 2022-2023

Chicago Booth MBA Essay Questions 2022-2023

Many MBA students consider the University of Chicago Booth School of Business to be their best pick. Innovation, non-conformity, and intellectual inquiry are traditions at Chicago Booth. Chicago will be searching for leadership, team-building, and community involvement abilities in addition to strong academics. Look over our Booth MBA essay suggestions to improve your application.

Emory Goizueta Essay Tips for 2022/2022

Emory Goizueta Essay Tips for 2022/2022

The three essay questions on the Emory Goizueta along with the video essay ask you to cover a lot of ground. The program's core values, your alignment with them, and of course your ability to interact and communicate effectively will all be factors considered by the admissions committee. The application's limited space for writing out your responses is another obstacle. Thus, choosing which important ideas and anecdotes to include and which to omit will be crucial.

UVA Darden's 3 New Essay Questions for 2022/2023

UVA Darden's 3 New Essay Questions for 2022/2023

Darden has revised the essay questions to three simple prompts for the 2022–2023 application cycle. Their goal is to learn about all the facets of your background and personality. Note that Darden has also extended test flexibility this year which means applicants can request a test waiver or submit a range of tests, including MCAT, LSAT, GRE, and GMAT.

Duke Fuqua MBA ESSAY TIPS 2022-2023

Duke Fuqua MBA ESSAY TIPS 2022-2023

This year's Fuqua Duke MBA questions are unchanged. Like in previous years, Duke is seeking dedicated, collaborative, well-rounded MBA candidates. Consider carefully what you value in an MBA program before you begin writing your Duke Fuqua essays, and include aspects of your personality. Talking to existing students should be a top priority for your research.

Kellogg MBA Essays and Breakdown for 2022/2023

Kellogg MBA Essays and Breakdown for 2022/2023

Are you planning on applying to Kellogg? Firstly, are you portraying Kellogg is the right fit for you in your MBA application? Kellogg’s values lie in a diverse and philanthropic community. What’s the right combination of the “Kellogg DNA”? High-impact leadership and humility. Let’s have a look at the essay questions and help you breakdown some potential answers.

New Texas McCombs Essay Questions for 2022/2023

New Texas McCombs Essay Questions for 2022/2023

This year, the Texas McCombs MBA admissions committee has revealed a new set of essays. These new essays are also intended to promote accessibility while minimizing bias. This modification reduces the number of necessary essays from two to one and includes a video evaluation.

UCLA Essay Breakdown and Tips

UCLA Essay Breakdown and Tips

Anderson's MBA class is intimate and small. As a result, your UCLA MBA application should reflect your personality. Before beginning the UCLA series of essays, review Anderson's values: Share Success, Think Fearlessly, Drive Change.

Berkeley Haas Essay Questions and Breakdown 2022

Berkeley Haas Essay Questions and Breakdown 2022

Why has Haas put their Defining Principles right at the top of the application? The simple reason is that you have to hit all four principles throughout your application. The admissions committee should be able to see that these ideas are reflected in your background, goals, and why you want to go to Haas.

INSEAD's Job Description Essay Breakdowns and Tips

INSEAD's Job Description Essay Breakdowns and Tips

THIS UNIQUE BUSINESS SCHOOL REQUIRES A LOT OF THOUGHT. THERE IS A REASON WHY INSEAD CONTINUALLY RANKS NUMBER ONE IN EUROPE.

INSEAD's Motivational Essay Breakdowns and Tips

INSEAD's Motivational Essay Breakdowns and Tips

How do you know if you are right for INSEAD? And what are the things INSEAD is looking for in their prospective MBA students? Here are a few thoughts on INSEAD’s motivational essays.

Cambridge Judge MBA Essay Breakdowns and Tips for 2022

Cambridge Judge MBA Essay Breakdowns and Tips for 2022

Candidates should be ambitious, inventive, and self-assured, with outstanding interpersonal skills, according to the Cambridge Judge admissions staff. Is this the perfect MBA program for you? Here are some MBA admissions breakdowns and ideas to help you figure out if this institution is right for you.