{"id":32263,"date":"2016-02-28T12:15:30","date_gmt":"2016-02-28T19:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/?p=32263"},"modified":"2016-07-27T15:49:55","modified_gmt":"2016-07-27T22:49:55","slug":"4-qualities-top-mba-programs-seek-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/4-qualities-top-mba-programs-seek-2\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Qualities Top MBA Programs Seek"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There are four main qualities that top b-schools<\/a> look for when reviewing MBA applications.\u00a0If you\u2019re aiming for the top 10, then you\u2019ll want to make sure not only that you possess these qualities, but that you\u2019ve highlighted them in your application.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Problem Solving Skills.\u00a0<\/strong>This is probably the most important quality, at least initially. Schools want the types of students that exclusive consulting firms like McKinsey would take interest in, and that type of student is an expert problem solver. Everyone working in firms like McKinsey needs to be adept at solving a range of \u201cproblems\u201d \u2013 top schools recognize this and seek out students who would eventually be an excellent fit at these top firms.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0Drive\/Ambition.<\/strong> \u00a0<\/b><\/b>Applicants must show evidence of longstanding drive for success in their applications, resumes, and interviews. Did you push yourself to succeed inside and outside the classroom in college? Do you have an ambitious vision for your career path? B-schools want students who will succeed<\/a> in the business world once they graduate \u2013 if you prove that you have drive\/ambition, then you\u2019ll stand out as someone who they want in their classrooms, and beyond.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Interpersonal Impact.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/b><\/b>\u201cBrains on a stick\u201d just won\u2019t cut it at business school and then later on in the business world. You also need to be dynamic and likable. You need to be able to work well on a team and gain the respect of your teammates, not to mention later on, your employers and employees. You can show the adcoms your interpersonal impact by highlighting your involvement in teams at work as well as in clubs, sports, or other socially driven activities. Additionally, choose recommenders<\/a> who know you well and who will attest to this attribute.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

4.\u00a0Leadership\/Management Capabilities.<\/strong>\u00a0Demonstrating general interpersonal impact isn\u2019t enough: top candidates need to show strong evidence of leadership experience<\/a> and potential. Did you take on leadership positions in clubs, sports teams, and service organizations? You need to express that you are the type of person who will earn the respect of those around you so that they\u2019ll be eager to follow your lead. In your application, resume, and interview, come up with concrete examples that show how you wielded authority with skill and integrity.<\/p>\n

Do you need help highlighting these essential qualities in your MBA application? We\u2019re here to help! Contact us<\/a> so we can provide the one-on-one\u00a0counseling<\/a>\u00a0you need to put together the highest-impact b-school application.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 5 Ways to Make B-Schools love you<\/a> - on-demand\u00a0webinar
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\n\u2022 How to Prove Character Traits in Essays<\/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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