{"id":15220,"date":"2012-10-30T15:22:33","date_gmt":"2012-10-30T22:22:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/?p=15220"},"modified":"2012-10-30T15:22:33","modified_gmt":"2012-10-30T22:22:33","slug":"london-business-school-executive-mba-2013-admissions-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/london-business-school-executive-mba-2013-admissions-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"London Business School Executive MBA 2013 Admissions Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"London<\/a>This set of essay questions is one of the most comprehensive among EMBA applications. LBS is keenly interested in the right fit for its EMBA class, in terms of experience, goals, perspective, personality, character. Hence, the essays push you to articulate what you will bring to the table \u2013 to your classmates, to the program \u2013 in multiple dimensions. The questions probe your perspective of your role and of your industry; your level of experience and accountability; and your range of exposure. Show that you\u2019ll contribute substance and value to the discussion and that you are comfortable conveying a point of view.<\/span><\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Admissions Committee will consider carefully the answers to the following questions. Please complete all of the essay questions beginning your answer below each question and giving word counts for each answer. Once complete, please attach this document to your online application following the instructions given on the web form. For queries regarding the application form please email <\/em>emba-office@london.ed<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

LBS EMBA 2013 Essay Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Question 1 <\/strong>(500 words max)<\/em><\/p>\n

<\/em>Please qualify the content and scope of your management experience and\/or exposure to decision making. How would this help you contribute effectively to the learning of your EMBA classmates?<\/p>\n

This question gets at what you really <\/em>are (and have been) accountable for \u2013 it gets past the position title, which can mask a lack of meaningful responsibility. Describe and give actual examples of your most significant decision-making, managerial responsibilities in your current and previous positions. Draw on the particulars of these roles to show ways you can contribute to your classmates\u2019 learning; i.e., the insight you\u2019ve gained from addressing the particular factors, constraints, circumstances, etc. of your industry, company, function, and so forth<\/span><\/p>\n

Question 2 <\/strong>(500 words max)<\/em><\/p>\n

Our students participate in the Executive MBA for many valid reasons. Please outline your career objectives and explain how London Business School\u2019s Executive MBA would help you achieve them.<\/p>\n

Since the preceding essay sets up nicely for this goals essay, you can start by describing briefly your immediate goals in your current role \u2013 after all these goals are part of what you\u2019ll bring to the table at LBS, because you\u2019ll be working on them during your studies. The bulk of the goals discussion will focus on your post-MBA goals. Present a trajectory of five to ten years \u2013 beyond that it becomes too speculative. In describing your goals at each given point, indicate why<\/strong> you are taking that step or pursuing that role. In discussing how the program will benefit you, be specific: describe what skills and knowledge you need, and how the program meets those needs. Refer to the structure and special features of the program, detailing how they will support you and your goals.<\/span><\/p>\n

Question 3 <\/strong>(500 words max)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Executive MBA will expose you to broader networks from outside your sector. Describe the current trends in your sector and how your organisation\u2019s strategy is addressing them, ensuring that this not-specialist audience will be able to understand and learn from your perspectives.<\/p>\n

With so much dynamism in the global business world and in almost every industry, thinking of possible trends to discuss won\u2019t be hard. Rather, the hard part \u2013 the challenging part \u2013 is selecting which trends to discuss. I suggest focusing on two to three (not necessarily at equal length). Select trends that you have been directly involved in. Present your first-hand experience through anecdote, and then reflect on and give insight into the trend(s) based on that experience. This approach will avoid abstract or generalized (i.e., doze-inducing) discussion while simultaneously showcasing your distinctive experience and perspective.<\/span><\/p>\n

Question 4 <\/strong>(300 words max)<\/em><\/p>\n

Describe a piece of constructive feedback that you have received regarding an area of weakness. What was your response?<\/p>\n

This is essentially a story; treat it as such \u2013 a straightforward approach is needed with only 300 words. Select a meaningful experience that further illuminates your character and\/or your level of responsibilities. Summarize the situation that led to the feedback, then describe the feedback \u2013 be specific, who gave it, when\/where, etc. Note how you responded \u2013 and importantly \u2013 action you took based on it. End with a statement about how this feedback has influenced you going forward.<\/span><\/p>\n

Question 5 <\/strong>(500 words max)<\/em><\/p>\n

If you could choose any three people who have ever lived to join you for dinner, whom would you invite and why?<\/p>\n

First, a don\u2019t \u2013 avoid Mahatma Ghandi and similar paragons. Look at this essay from the adcom\u2019s view \u2013 they\u2019ve read probably hundreds of such essays extolling the globe\u2019s undisputed exemplars. Be creative in selecting three people who reflect various facets of you \u2013 and ideally people who will be new to the adcom, or at least not well known to them. If you can reveal relevant aspects of yourself while engaging the adcom with interesting people, you\u2019ve got a hit with this essay. For each invitee, tell a little about him or her, clarify why they are important to you, and add a bit about what you\u2019d expect them to contribute to the evening and\/or what you\u2019d like to discuss with or learn from them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Deadlines:<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Apply now to secure your place for the January 2013 intake of the Executive MBA. Early admission also means you can be considered for a scholarship.<\/p>\n

The recommended application dates for the London and Dubai January 2013 intakes are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Submit your completed application by: <\/strong><\/em><\/td>\nTo receive an admissions decision by: <\/strong><\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19 November 2012<\/em><\/td>\n31 December 2012<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\"Cindy<\/a> <\/em> By Cindy Tokumitsu<\/a>, co-author of <\/em>The EMBA Edge<\/em><\/a>, and author of the free special report,<\/em> \"Ace the EMBA<\/a>.\"<\/em><\/p>\n

If you would like help with London Business School's executive MBA essays, please consider Accepted.com\u2019s LBS Executive MBA Packages<\/a> or our other MBA admissions consulting<\/a> and MBA essay editing<\/a> services.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

Accepted.com's experienced admissions consultants<\/a> can help you create the most impressive application possible with comprehensive packages<\/a>, <\/em><\/strong>or provide targeted assistance from picking perfect programs<\/a> to designing a dazzling resume<\/a>, constructing engaging essays<\/a>, or preparing for intense interview<\/a>s<\/a>\u2026and more! Accepted.com has guided thousands of applicants to acceptances at top MBA programs since 1994 \u2013 we know what works and what doesn't, so contact us<\/a> to get started now!<\/p>\n

This article originally appeared on the Accepted Admissions Consulting Blog<\/a>, the official blog of Accepted.com.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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