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Does anyone have the list of Wharton electives? I swore I saw it online before, but with the new format, I can't find anything. :|
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Does anyone have the list of Wharton electives? I swore I saw it online before, but with the new format, I can't find anything. :|
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I was just looking at this today - this isn't just the electives, but it should be the full course list.

https://www.wharton.upenn.edu/mbaresource/courseindex/
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Exactly what I was looking for, thanks!

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Does anyone have the list of Wharton electives? I swore I saw it online before, but with the new format, I can't find anything. :|

I was just looking at this today - this isn't just the electives, but it should be the full course list.

https://www.wharton.upenn.edu/mbaresource/courseindex/
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I had a quick question for re-applicants:

Essay2 (failure essay) is the same as last year's. It was probably my best essay and a "failure" that had a really good ending. Can I use the same story with changes to how its written and add in any developments over the year or do I have to think of a new failure that has occurred over the last year?

Thanks for any advice in advance.
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I had a quick question for re-applicants:

Essay2 (failure essay) is the same as last year's. It was probably my best essay and a "failure" that had a really good ending. Can I use the same story with changes to how its written and add in any developments over the year or do I have to think of a new failure that has occurred over the last year?

Thanks for any advice in advance.
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If I was in your shoes, I would use the same one. If it is a good essay, it is a good essay. Plus, it may be somewhat awkward to share two different failures.
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stuck on wharton essay 2. my brain just freezes to death :(
any tips to tackle it???
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Essay2 (failure essay) is the same as last year's. It was probably my best essay and a "failure" that had a really good ending. Can I use the same story with changes to how its written and add in any developments over the year or do I have to think of a new failure that has occurred over the last year?
Thanks for any advice in advance.
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Reapplying works better with totally new essays - it is a chance to show a new you/personal profile that is more appealing to the adcom (i.e. a better fit) than the old image you created last time.
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Pls add me to R1 too :-) Not looking fwd to writing essay 2 :roll:
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Gunning for Round 1 here - if the GMAT is not up to par by the deadline, I will roll to Round 2.
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If any of you guys want to meet up when you come to Wharton for a visit (and visit you should), shoot me a PM.
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Hey Guys

I am filling out the Wharton application and it is asking for "Native Langauge" I was born in India but all my education including undergrauduate education happened in English langauge. Again, i am not sure most of the indians can say their native langauge is English. Do you think i require to have TOEFL score.

In the application requirement section it says "All international applicants whose native language (language first learned and spoken at home) is not English, or who did not complete a degree from an institution where English was the language of instruction, are required to take the TOEFL in addition to the GMAT."

The thing to note is the connecting word is "or" meaning if either of the condition is met you are required to give TOEFL? Any guidance please
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Lionvish - I would say ask the adcom in the Wharton forum.

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does anyone know where you can see the recommender questions?
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Here you go, I don't remember where I got it from, I just googled I think.
1) How long have you known the applicant and please describe your relationship to the applicant.

2) How has the applicant’s career progressed over the time that you have known him/her? How does this growth compare to his/her peer group? Please describe the peer group to which you are comparing this applicant.

3) How would you describe the applicant’s personality in the areas of personal integrity and disposition? Please provide examples.

4) What are the applicant’s most salient strengths? Please provide an example of each strength referenced.

5) Provide an example of a piece of constructive feedback you have provided to the applicant. How did the applicant receive this feedback and what efforts has the applicant made to address the concern?

6) What observations do you have concerning the applicant’s leadership abilities, team and/or group skills. Please provide an example of a time when the applicant has been particularly successful interacting with others or in a team; why was the applicant successful?

7) Please choose one of the following three questions based on your knowledge of the applicant.

* a. Provide an example of when the applicant has made an error in judgment. What happened? How did s/he handle the setback?
* b. Provide an example of how the applicant has adjusted his/her style to better meet objectives and/or engage people.
* c. Give an example of a time when the applicant has been successful at empowering either a person or a group of people to accomplish a task.

8) Please provide examples to support any bottom 20% ratings that you provided in the rating matrix and any additional comments you think would assist the Admissions Committee in making its decision.

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Hey guys, I am going to the Wharton information session in Rio tomorrow evening. Any suggestions on dress code? Thanks.
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Is it me or Wharton Adcom changed their policy about rec letters? My understanding was that they required 2 + 1 optional but I couldn't find anything on the optional one in the new site or in the application form.

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I just saw the answer to this question posted on the official Wharton message boards. They said that yes, they had changed their policy and are now only allowing 2 rec letters. Too bad, because I definitely would have taken advantage of the third...
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Here you go, I don't remember where I got it from, I just googled I think.
1) How long have you known the applicant and please describe your relationship to the applicant.

2) How has the applicant’s career progressed over the time that you have known him/her? How does this growth compare to his/her peer group? Please describe the peer group to which you are comparing this applicant.

3) How would you describe the applicant’s personality in the areas of personal integrity and disposition? Please provide examples.

4) What are the applicant’s most salient strengths? Please provide an example of each strength referenced.

5) Provide an example of a piece of constructive feedback you have provided to the applicant. How did the applicant receive this feedback and what efforts has the applicant made to address the concern?

6) What observations do you have concerning the applicant’s leadership abilities, team and/or group skills. Please provide an example of a time when the applicant has been particularly successful interacting with others or in a team; why was the applicant successful?

7) Please choose one of the following three questions based on your knowledge of the applicant.

* a. Provide an example of when the applicant has made an error in judgment. What happened? How did s/he handle the setback?
* b. Provide an example of how the applicant has adjusted his/her style to better meet objectives and/or engage people.
* c. Give an example of a time when the applicant has been successful at empowering either a person or a group of people to accomplish a task.

8) Please provide examples to support any bottom 20% ratings that you provided in the rating matrix and any additional comments you think would assist the Admissions Committee in making its decision.

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Thanks
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What kinds of stories are you guys using for these two essays:

Essay 4 – (500 words)

Choose one of the following:
a. Give us a specific example of a time when you solved a complex problem.
b. Tell us about something significant that you have done to improve yourself, in either your professional and/or personal endeavors.


Can someone give me an example of "complex problem"?
What about "something significant"?
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