CBS EMBA NY- Fri/Sat: How to Make the Final Deadline, May 24The Columbia EMBA program is one of the most prestigious MBA programs around. It is hard to imagine that the final deadline, May 24, is quickly approaching. Some candidates wonder if they should apply right now, which is relatively late in the rolling admissions cycle. In our experience at MBAAdmit.com, Columbia usually still has space in its class as late as the final day of the deadline. The sooner you can submit, however, the better. Because admissions is rolling, with every week that passes, more of the remaining seats will be filled.
So, how can you get your application prepared in a matter of weeks?
Your main task is to put together outstanding essays along with an excellent resume. You will need only one letter of recommendation (rather than the typical two recommendations for an EMBA program). You also need an Executive Assessment score.
Consider taking these steps if you want to make the final deadline:
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Essays. Begin to draft your essays. Some candidates can draft on their own, but if you find you are expending too much time drafting your responses, you can seek the support of a reputable consultant who can help you outline your essays so that you draft the ideal content from the beginning and do not need extensive re-writing. The essays are among the most important components of the application, so make sure to focus on outstanding content that presents your qualifications in the best possible light.
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Recommendation. Ask a superior as soon as possible to write a recommendation for you. Give them solid guidance about what sort of topics on which to focus and examples of your impact and leadership at work. The recommendation only needs to be about 6-7 paragraphs long, so you have adequate time to get that prepared before the deadline. But, be sure to guide your writer so that he or she focuses on qualities that help ensure the admissions committee that you are a top performer and have great future potential.
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Resume. Revise your resume so that it is the best application resume possible. You want the resume to be a highly effective snapshot of your candidacy that makes the admissions committee want to admit you from the beginning. Remember, there is a difference between a job resume and an application resume, so make sure to add in the relevant credentials that the admissions committee values when admitting candidates.
Please note, it should still be possible to update your resume after you submit it with the application. So, the resume can be one of the last items on your list because you can likely revisit it shortly after the official deadline, sending in an updated version, if needed.
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Executive Assessment score (or GMAT/GRE score). You will need to submit an Executive Assessment (EA), GMAT, or GRE score. Most candidates take the EA because it requires less study time than the GMAT or GRE. If you are just beginning to prepare for your standardized exam, you can take the exam shortly before the deadline so you can submit a complete application. If you don’t score at least in the high 140s, you can ask the school for time to re-take the exam or offer to take a course to ensure your quant skills are in shape before matriculation.
Do you need assistance in preparing an outstanding application to an EMBA program? Feel free to reach out to us!Best wishes,
Dr. Shel (Shelly Watts)
President, MBA Admit.comhttp://www.mbaadmit.comEmail:
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