{"id":26817,"date":"2014-12-22T09:14:50","date_gmt":"2014-12-22T16:14:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/?p=26817"},"modified":"2014-12-22T09:14:50","modified_gmt":"2014-12-22T16:14:50","slug":"cornell-2015-executive-mba-2015-essay-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/cornell-2015-executive-mba-2015-essay-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Cornell 2015 Executive MBA 2015 Essay Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Cornell-Johnson-132x150\"<\/a>The Cornell Executive MBA Program<\/a> has three required essay questions and one optional question in its application.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the most important things to keep in mind is brevity. While no one is going to be counting individual words, the guideline of short word count is a clear indicator to work on clarity of thought with all of your answers. Cornell interviews every applicant to its program, so if you are concerned that your answers are too concise in essay format, rest assured you will have the opportunity to discuss them further in the interview<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

1.<\/strong> In a concise statement, indicate why you are seeking admission into an Executive MBA Program. Specifically, what are your short and long-term career goals? And, how will an MBA from Johnson at Cornell University help you achieve your goals? (Please limit your response to 1000 characters.)*<\/p>\n

The first part of this question asks \u201cWhy EMBA?\u201d By making the choice to go after an EMBA, you are of course signaling you will keep your job while going to school. Therefore, be sure to link your past\/current career experience with your short and long term goals<\/a> in the context of how (and why) this type of format works best for you. When answering the \u201cWhy Cornell?\u201d portion of the question, be convincing about the reasons Cornell is the best choice for you, and show you have done your homework \u2013 \u201clocation\u201d and \u201creputation\u201d won\u2019t cut it. The admissions committee wants to know what you anticipate the program will be like, what you will get out of it, how the program fits with your career vision, and what the entire experience means to you as a person.<\/span><\/p>\n

2.<\/strong> A key benefit of being in an Executive MBA Program<\/a> is having the ability to learn from your classmates, or peers. How will you contribute to this learning environment? Specifically, what unique strengths and experiences will you bring to both the class and your learning team? (Please limit your response to 1000 characters.)*<\/p>\n

The admissions committee is looking for students who will enrich the class with their contributions as much as the curriculum taught. Focus on unique experiences you have had either in your professional or personal life, and if possible, link those experiences to how they will contribute to particular courses or topics.<\/span><\/p>\n

Imagine that the admissions committee is reviewing your application side by side with someone with a similar basic profile to yours (technology consultant, for example) \u2013 what will make them choose you?<\/span><\/p>\n

3.<\/strong> List your participation in civic, business, or professional organizations.<\/p>\n

This question is purposely open to interpretation. If you would just like to list what organizations you are affiliated with that is fine, however if you would like to go into some detail about particular activities that are important to you, that is good, too. There is no word limit, however the more succinct, the better.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. (Optional)<\/strong>: Do you believe your academic record is an accurate reflection of your ability? If not, please explain, limiting the response to 1000 characters.<\/p>\n

If you are hoping the admissions committee will miss the fact that you flunked algebra three times before passing, or you had to withdraw for a semester, think again. The committee WILL catch whatever that nagging something is that concerns you from your transcript, so here is the opportunity to talk about it. Be as candid as possible! It is much better to be upfront about the situation here than be on the defensive about it in an interview.<\/span><\/p>\n

Application Timelines: <\/strong><\/p>\n

Both of Cornell's Executive MBA Programs operate on a rolling admissions basis. Therefore they do not adhere to strict application deadlines. With that said, they do encourage applicants to move forward at their earliest convenience to avoid potential seat capacity or timing restrictions.<\/p>\n

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\"Jennifer<\/a><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

Jen Weld<\/a> worked as an admissions consultant and Former Asst. Dir. of Admissions at Cornell\u2019s EMBA program (4 years) prior to joining Accepted.com. She has an additional 10 years of experience in higher ed and corporate marketing.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

Related Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 EMBA 2015 Essay Tips<\/a>
\n\u2022 There is No Place Like Ithaca<\/a>
\n\u2022 The GMAT and EMBA Programs<\/a><\/p>\n

Accepted.com's experienced admissions consultants<\/span><\/a> can help you create the most impressive application possible with comprehensive packages<\/span><\/a>, <\/i><\/b>or provide targeted assistance from picking perfect programs<\/span><\/a> to designing a dazzling resume<\/span><\/a>, constructing engaging essays<\/span><\/a>, or preparing for intense interview<\/span><\/a>s<\/span><\/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<\/span><\/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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