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As a former director of MBA admissions, one of my biggest challenges in MBA recruiting was bringing a diverse group of applicants in order to enhance our future students' experience. What if you are from an over-represented bucket? Many of our clients get admitted to highly competitive programs even if they fall under this category. How? Thanks for a solid personal narrative. We've said it before, a high GPA and GMAT will get you a foot in the door, but your personal narrative (essay and personal statement) is what will get you a spot in the program.
What are the four main "buckets" that define an applicant pool?
- Citizenship
Your country of origin is one of the buckets used; your citizenship can be an asset if you have more than one or if you have significant international work experience to go along.
- Academic background
Your undergraduate degree is also an essential factor in the decision-making process. Schools are actively recruiting applicants from non-traditional business backgrounds, particularly in STEM and Liberal Arts. If you have a business degree, you will likely be among an over-represented pool.
- Industry
If you are coming from Investment banking or management consulting, you will fall under this category. Management consultants get admitted to top MBA programs every year, but you will have to find your differentiating factor to stand out from the pool.
- Demographics: Age, Gender, Ethnicity
These are important factors to B-schools as they are factored in rankings algorithm, and a diverse group of students and faculty will positively impact.
How do you stand out as an MBA applicant if you are a white male with a background in investment banking or an Indian applicant with a background in IT consulting, for example?
1. Boost your GMAT score
Getting a higher-than-average GMAT score will help you stand out from the competition and is one of the factors in your candidacy you still have control over. Keep in mind that this may move the needle in your favor but will not be sufficient on its own as more and more top programs are waiving testing requirements.
2. Focus on your leadership and analytical skills aptitudes
This applies to all applicants, but in your case, you will need to dive deep and take your time when crafting your resume and your essays. Make sure you highlight these skills by sharing specific examples. You will have to demonstrate to Adcoms what you have learned from your professional path and how you will contribute to your classmate's experience.
3. Extra-curricular Activities and hobbies
This is your opportunity to connect with AdComs on a personal level and build your 'brand". Take this opportunity to share the type of projects you have spearheaded and the impact you've had.
Maybe you have traveled to unusual places or practiced a sport at a highly competitive level? These will also show your uniqueness as long as you are able to share what you have learned from these experiences and how they will contribute to make you a great asset to the MBA class.
Need help with your application? The Admission Concierge is a one-on-one approach consulting service founded by a former director of admissions with extensive experience guiding applicants through the application process, including interview prep and post-admission assistance.
What are the four main "buckets" that define an applicant pool?
- Citizenship
Your country of origin is one of the buckets used; your citizenship can be an asset if you have more than one or if you have significant international work experience to go along.
- Academic background
Your undergraduate degree is also an essential factor in the decision-making process. Schools are actively recruiting applicants from non-traditional business backgrounds, particularly in STEM and Liberal Arts. If you have a business degree, you will likely be among an over-represented pool.
- Industry
If you are coming from Investment banking or management consulting, you will fall under this category. Management consultants get admitted to top MBA programs every year, but you will have to find your differentiating factor to stand out from the pool.
- Demographics: Age, Gender, Ethnicity
These are important factors to B-schools as they are factored in rankings algorithm, and a diverse group of students and faculty will positively impact.
How do you stand out as an MBA applicant if you are a white male with a background in investment banking or an Indian applicant with a background in IT consulting, for example?
1. Boost your GMAT score
Getting a higher-than-average GMAT score will help you stand out from the competition and is one of the factors in your candidacy you still have control over. Keep in mind that this may move the needle in your favor but will not be sufficient on its own as more and more top programs are waiving testing requirements.
2. Focus on your leadership and analytical skills aptitudes
This applies to all applicants, but in your case, you will need to dive deep and take your time when crafting your resume and your essays. Make sure you highlight these skills by sharing specific examples. You will have to demonstrate to Adcoms what you have learned from your professional path and how you will contribute to your classmate's experience.
3. Extra-curricular Activities and hobbies
This is your opportunity to connect with AdComs on a personal level and build your 'brand". Take this opportunity to share the type of projects you have spearheaded and the impact you've had.
Maybe you have traveled to unusual places or practiced a sport at a highly competitive level? These will also show your uniqueness as long as you are able to share what you have learned from these experiences and how they will contribute to make you a great asset to the MBA class.
Need help with your application? The Admission Concierge is a one-on-one approach consulting service founded by a former director of admissions with extensive experience guiding applicants through the application process, including interview prep and post-admission assistance.
