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Learn what truly sets the UC Riverside MBA apart and how it helps in your professional growth
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If you’re applying to Columbia, NYU Stern, or Yale SOM, you need more than strong stats. Each school defines “leadership” differently, and your essays must reflect that. Join Sia Admissions founder, Susan Berishaj on November 20th
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Stepping into the spotlight for an MBA interview can be a bit stressful, given that the audience is a panel of admissions officers or MBA alumni with high expectations and a bunch of questions. They want to know if you’re motivated, can talk the talk, and have the ability to enhance their campus community.
Let’s dive into some of the most common MBA interview questions and how to tackle them in a natural, conversational style:
1. Tell me about yourself.
This question might seem simple, but it’s your chance to set the tone. Start with a quick overview of your background, then highlight your experiences and achievements. Connect these to your goals and why you’re pursuing an MBA. Keep it engaging and don’t hesitate to add a touch of your personality.
2. Why do you want to pursue an MBA?
Here, they’re looking for your motivations. Be honest and specific. Share how an MBA fits into your career trajectory and why it’s essential for your goals. If you have a story of how you realized you needed an MBA, that can add a personal touch.
3. Walk me through your resume.
Here’s your cue to connect the dots. Highlight key experiences that led you to this point, emphasizing skills relevant to an MBA and your target career. Highlight the progression, growth curve and learnings from each role. Provide clear justifications in case of any career gaps or switches, ideally also indicating how these helped you evolve.
4. Why our business school?
This is where your research shines. Mention unique aspects of the program that align with your aspirations. It could be certain professors, clubs, or courses. If you’ve visited the campus or spoken with alumni, drop those details for extra impact.
5. Tell us about a challenge you’ve faced and how you dealt with it.
With this one, use the STAR method. Describe the Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Highlight your problem-solving skills, resilience, and any leadership qualities that came into play. Also mention the key learnings and takeaways from the challenge and how it shaped you as a professional and person.
6. Describe a time when you worked in a team.
Show off your teamwork chops. Share a story that demonstrates collaboration, communication, and your role in achieving the team’s goal. Highlight what you learned from the experience, and ideally also how you helped your team evolve.
7. What’s your greatest accomplishment?
This is your moment to show impact. Choose an accomplishment that’s relevant to your MBA and post-MBA goals. Focus on the impact you made, the skills you utilized, and the lessons you learned. Showcase your growth and determination, while staying humble.
8. How do you handle failure or setbacks?
Be honest but emphasize your resilience. Talk about a time when things didn’t go as planned, what you learned from it, and how you used the experience to grow. Highlight your ability to adapt and bounce back.
9. Tell me about a time when you demonstrated leadership.
Pick a story that showcases your leadership style. It doesn’t have to be a formal leadership role; it could be leading a project or influencing a team. Highlight your decision-making, communication, and motivational skills.
10. Do you have any questions for us?
Absolutely ask questions. This is your chance to learn more about the program and show your enthusiasm and research. Ask about student experiences, opportunities for hands-on learning, or any recent developments at the school.
Remember, these questions are a way for the interviewer to get to know you beyond your application. Approach them as if you’re having a chat with someone who’s genuinely interested in your journey. Be yourself, and let your passion for your goals and the program shine through.
If you would like to get your profile evaluated, or schedule a mock interview with an Alum interviewer who has coached candidates to secure admits in the top B-schools, feel free to connect through the link or email below.
Regards,
admitStreet
W:https://admitstreet.com | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com
Let’s dive into some of the most common MBA interview questions and how to tackle them in a natural, conversational style:
1. Tell me about yourself.
This question might seem simple, but it’s your chance to set the tone. Start with a quick overview of your background, then highlight your experiences and achievements. Connect these to your goals and why you’re pursuing an MBA. Keep it engaging and don’t hesitate to add a touch of your personality.
2. Why do you want to pursue an MBA?
Here, they’re looking for your motivations. Be honest and specific. Share how an MBA fits into your career trajectory and why it’s essential for your goals. If you have a story of how you realized you needed an MBA, that can add a personal touch.
3. Walk me through your resume.
Here’s your cue to connect the dots. Highlight key experiences that led you to this point, emphasizing skills relevant to an MBA and your target career. Highlight the progression, growth curve and learnings from each role. Provide clear justifications in case of any career gaps or switches, ideally also indicating how these helped you evolve.
4. Why our business school?
This is where your research shines. Mention unique aspects of the program that align with your aspirations. It could be certain professors, clubs, or courses. If you’ve visited the campus or spoken with alumni, drop those details for extra impact.
5. Tell us about a challenge you’ve faced and how you dealt with it.
With this one, use the STAR method. Describe the Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Highlight your problem-solving skills, resilience, and any leadership qualities that came into play. Also mention the key learnings and takeaways from the challenge and how it shaped you as a professional and person.
6. Describe a time when you worked in a team.
Show off your teamwork chops. Share a story that demonstrates collaboration, communication, and your role in achieving the team’s goal. Highlight what you learned from the experience, and ideally also how you helped your team evolve.
7. What’s your greatest accomplishment?
This is your moment to show impact. Choose an accomplishment that’s relevant to your MBA and post-MBA goals. Focus on the impact you made, the skills you utilized, and the lessons you learned. Showcase your growth and determination, while staying humble.
8. How do you handle failure or setbacks?
Be honest but emphasize your resilience. Talk about a time when things didn’t go as planned, what you learned from it, and how you used the experience to grow. Highlight your ability to adapt and bounce back.
9. Tell me about a time when you demonstrated leadership.
Pick a story that showcases your leadership style. It doesn’t have to be a formal leadership role; it could be leading a project or influencing a team. Highlight your decision-making, communication, and motivational skills.
10. Do you have any questions for us?
Absolutely ask questions. This is your chance to learn more about the program and show your enthusiasm and research. Ask about student experiences, opportunities for hands-on learning, or any recent developments at the school.
Remember, these questions are a way for the interviewer to get to know you beyond your application. Approach them as if you’re having a chat with someone who’s genuinely interested in your journey. Be yourself, and let your passion for your goals and the program shine through.
If you would like to get your profile evaluated, or schedule a mock interview with an Alum interviewer who has coached candidates to secure admits in the top B-schools, feel free to connect through the link or email below.
Regards,
admitStreet
W:https://admitstreet.com | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com
