{"id":31218,"date":"2015-11-10T12:38:29","date_gmt":"2015-11-10T19:38:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/?p=31218"},"modified":"2023-10-24T20:37:44","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T03:37:44","slug":"global-emba-2016-essay-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/global-emba-2016-essay-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Global EMBA 2016 Essay Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

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You need to know what \"global leader\" means to you.<\/p>\n

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The Global EMBA has 2 program options: EMBA-Global Americas & Europe which combines the strengths of Columbia University<\/a> and London Business School<\/a>; and EMBA-Global Asia, with Columbia University, London Business School, and Hong Kong University Business School. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course all MBA and EMBA applications are about \u201cfit.\u201d \u00a0The Global EMBA is too \u2013 just more so. \u00a0This adcom really<\/i> focuses on fit, because the program is so unique and intense. \u00a0And the concept of \u201cglobal leader\u201d is a critical part of that fit. \u00a0How it\u2019s embodied will be unique to each applicant; ensure that your essays reflect your own mindset and vision of global leadership. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The adcom also looks for applicants who truly understand and will make productive use of this distinctive educational opportunity, which comprises multiple campuses and schools each with its own particular focus, opportunities, and areas of excellence. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The three essay questions vary in approach, thus requiring you to present yourself effectively from different angles. \u00a0There\u2019s a fairly classic goals essay<\/a>, a \u201cstory\u201d (behavioral) essay, and an open \u201cstatement.\u201d \u00a0The challenge is to employ a consistent individual voice while also adapting it to the various essay types.<\/span><\/p>\n

EMBA GLOBAL ESSAY QUESTIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Essay 1\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why do you wish to participate in the EMBA-Global programme? What do you hope to experience and how will participation in this programme help you to achieve your objectives?\u00a0(Maximum 500 words<\/em>)<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s that goals question. \u00a0First a note about the nuance<\/i> of the question: notice the words wish, hope, experience,<\/strong> and participate\/participation<\/strong>. <\/b>\u00a0These words imply an immersive, personal, community, collaborative orientation. \u00a0In the essay (and indeed throughout the application) show how you fit with this holistic approach.<\/span><\/p>\n

Structure: I\u2019ve found that it\u2019s intuitive and logical to start the essay by discussing your goals \u2013 the objectives at the very end of the question. \u00a0(And add a word about what motivates them.) \u00a0You will then naturally move into what you hope to experience from the program, because your professional goals create<\/i> your learning needs. \u00a0This part can (indeed should) include a personal component as well. \u00a0To address participation, discuss elements beyond the classroom where you will learn and contribute, such as clubs, social interactions, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n

Essay 2\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please describe a situation either work or personal where you faced a particular challenge. What was the outcome and what did you learn from the experience about your own strengths and personal development needs?\u00a0(Maximum 500 words<\/em>)<\/p>\n

This is the story. \u00a0I suggest selecting a topic that\u2019s relatively recent. \u00a0Make it a situation with some significant stakes, and one that yielded meaningful insight, growth, and change. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Structure: Jump right into the story. \u00a0Avoid preambles that give away the ending! \u00a0This straightforward approach grips the reader and frees up space for detail and narrative, which is the way to grip the reader. \u00a0As you walk through what happened, highlight your actions and add in snippets of what you were thinking (and even feeling). \u00a0Conclude with a paragraph reflecting on what you learned about your strengths and development needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Personal statement\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please tell us about yourself and your background. How do you embody the characteristics of a future global leader? The objective of this statement is to get a sense of who you are, rather than what you have achieved professionally.\u00a0(Maximum 500 words<\/em>)<\/p>\n

First, think. \u00a0Selecting content is not so easy when faced with an open question such as this. \u00a0There is no one formula that will work for everyone. \u00a0Some people might best focus on aspects of their cultural milieu and its formative influence on their values and perspective. \u00a0Others might focus on pivotal experiences during university, others yet on influential role model(s) or relationships. \u00a0Many people will appropriately discuss more than one of these things.<\/span><\/p>\n

The adcom knows that the term \u201cglobal leader\u201d is abstract and that it will be manifested uniquely in each \u201creal\u201d global leader. \u00a0So rather than trying to fit your experiences to the concept of global leader, work from the other direction: start with your experiences and background and elucidate how they will help make you a unique, individual global leader. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Last but not least, you need to know what \u201cglobal leader\u201d means to you and what kind of global leader you aspire to be. \u00a0You can\u2019t just use the phrase without defining it for the adcom. \u00a0\u00a0You have to create the picture.<\/span><\/p>\n

Deadlines for Global Americas\/Europe:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Global<\/p>\n

Deadlines for Global Asia:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Deadlines<\/p>\n

\n\"Cindy<\/a><\/em><\/em><\/h4>\n

By Cindy Tokumitsu<\/a>,\u00a0co-author of <\/em><\/em>The EMBA Edge<\/a>, and author of the free special report, <\/em><\/em>Ace the EMBA<\/a>. Cindy has helped MBA applicants get accepted to top EMBA programs around the world. She is delighted to help you too!<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

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

\u2022 Leadership in Admissions<\/a> [free guide]
\n\u2022\u00a0The GMAT and EMBA Programs<\/a>
\n\u2022\u00a0Tips for Executive MBA Reapplicants<\/a><\/p>\n

This article\u00a0<\/a>originally appeared on\u00a0<\/em>blog.accepted.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Applying to a top b-school? The talented folks at Accepted have helped hundreds of applicants get accepted to their dream programs. Whether you are figuring out where apply, writing your application essays, or prepping for your interviews, we are just a call (or click) away.<\/p>\n

Contact us, and get matched up with the consultant who will help\u00a0you\u00a0<\/em>get accepted<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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