ninkorn
I received interview invite through email on Dec 10 and interviewed with an adcom member last Monday.
Interview was pleasant and simple.
We talked about my decision to pursue Yale MBA, my career so far, and leadership experience.
I mentioned that i read an article in WSJ while I was an undergrad and the article discussed Yale SOM's bold decision to revamp its entire MBA curriculum.
I expressed that my interest in Yale SOM started back then.
Interview was very detailed. They wanted to hear details, details, and details. They wanted to hear out my thinking process in making all decisions I've made from highschool to my current position at Big 4.
Toughest part was answering: "What's in your future and how can Yale SOM help you get there?"
I was ready for this question. I discussed my interest in the field of management, different management theories, and its evolution. I discussed a fellow highschool graduate who graduated from West point in 2006 - currently serving in Iraq. I mentioned how West Point officers make amazing managers, with his/her effectiveness and efficiency on the job. And also, my view of its short comings.
I researched leadership traits of Napoleon, Margaret Thatcher, JFK, and others and discussed my analysis of how and why each was effective.
I clearly showed my interest in the field of leadership and management. Lastly, I communicated my needs for pursuing Yale SOM and how i pictured myself 10 to 15 years down the road. I expressed how I wish to become part of evolution in management philosophy through learning and application.
Interview ended in about 35 minutes. He told me that I should expect to hear from them before the holidays.
Ninkorn you're such a liar making Yale think you're that interested in them