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Updated on: 22 Jul 2020, 19:16

Originally posted by ashielee on 20 Jul 2020, 11:20.
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Hello and welcome all Haas EWMBA 2021 intake hopefuls! Let's use this platform to get to know each other, exchange ideas, discuss applications/strategies. Who's applying? Let us know by commenting below

EWMBA Decision Tracker & Historical Admit Data | Add Hass EWMBA to your profile

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UPDATE! 2020-2021 Evening & Weekend Berkeley MBA Application Deadlines:

Round 1: Deadline 11/10/2020 | Decision 2/5/2021
Round 2: Deadline 1/12/2021 | Decision 4/6/2021
Round 3: Deadline 3/16/2021 | Decision 5/21/2021

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Class Profile (Entering Class Fall 2019):

Class size: 279 (34% Women, 6% Underrepresented Minorities, 21% outside of Bay Area, 79% San Francisco Bay Area)
Median Age: 30 (Middle 80% Range: 27-34)
Median Undergraduate GPA: 3.4 (Middle 80% Range: 2.9-3.8)
Median TOEFL: 112 (Middle 80% Range: 103-117)
Median Years of Post-University Work Experience: 7 (Middle 80% Range: 5-11 years)

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2020-2021 Evening & Weekend Berkeley MBA Application Deadlines:

Round 1: Deadline 11/10/2020 | Decision 2/5/2021
Round 2: Deadline 1/12/2021 | Decision 4/6/2021
Round 3: Deadline 3/16/2021 | Decision 5/21/2021

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22 Jul 2020, 19:11

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Admission events are out now!

Event: Connect: PTMBA Admissions Cafe
Format: Online
Dates & Time: 8/6 to 12/17 (Please check the website for dates)

Have questions about the Berkeley Haas Admissions process? Please join a virtual small group chat with a member of the Admissions team. Get your questions answered and learn more about our part-time programs. Please review our websites (EWMBA, EMBA) prior to this event to make the most out of your time. We look forward to connecting with you!

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8/6 registration is fulled but others are still open!

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Check out the up coming September events for the Evening & Weekend MBA program, and stay tuned for virtual class visits!

https://ewmba.haas.berkeley.edu/admissi ... ing-events

Connect: Admissions Chat
Thursday, September 10 12:00-1pm

Personal Branding Seminar
Thursday, September 10 5:30-7:00pm

How to Choose: Evening & Weeknd vs. Executive MBA
Wednesday, September 16 12:00-1pm

Connect: Admissions Chat
Thursday, September 17 5:00-6:00pm

Evening & Weekend MBA Information Session and Student Panel
Tuesday, September 22 5:30-6:30pm

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Here are my notes for the Admission Cafe today, hope this will answer some questions!

Academic - School GPA/Standard Test Scores

• The standard test is required: GMAT/GRE/EA - No preference, take whichever works for you. (Applicants who have 8+ years of experiences can take EA)
• The standard test is a great way for applicants to prep for MBA.
• If the standard test score is scheduled after the deadline, you have 2 weeks to submit otherwise application will be considered incomplete.
• Low GPA/Standard test score - consider taking credible quant courses (Berkeley offers Math for Management, you can also take math courses online or in city colleges).
• TOFEL - if you didn't recieve your bachelor's or master's degree in the U.S., you have to take TOFEL.

Professional - Resume/Letter of Recommendations

• Recommenders will receive a link to a list of questions.
• Recommenders - it's better to be your supervisors who work within 5 years; any special conditions, feel free to schedule a personal consultation with Admission Office!

Personal - Essays/Interview

• EWMBA applicants are required to do video interviews. The questions will send out within 24-48 hours after submitting the application. The applicants will have up to 1 week to submit.
• Essays will help AdCom to learn about you and to get to know you better!

Other Admission Questions

• As for now, Cal Advantage won't be offered this year.
• Each round is equal in terms of admission; only apply with the strongest application.
• Scholarship opportunities are offered in earlier rounds.

Class/Student Life

• Students have 2.5-5 years to finish an MBA part-time.
• Students are average 6-8 years of working experience; a minimum of 3 years of working experience is required.
• Target to admit 275 students in a class; 4 cohorts with 5-6 students in each study group.
• The students usually get the cohort (MW/TR/S) they prefer.

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Thanks for all the information..
Does anyone know will there be a live interview with real person? Or just that self-recording video interview?

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Thanks for all the information..
Does anyone know will there be a live interview with real person? Or just that self-recording video interview?

Hey! Welcome! It's going to be self-recording videos, see the details below (quoted from haas website):

• Two video interview questions, 1-2 minutes of response time each
• Completed after submitting your application
• Required for an offer of admission
• Applicants will complete two short video questions in lieu of in-person interviews.

Our video interview provides the opportunity to ensure each candidate receives a very similar interview experience, which aids us in reducing unconscious bias in our admissions process. We are using the video interview to get to know you better outside of a written essay template. We also hope it is more convenient for those candidates who are applying from outside of the Bay Area.

For each question, you will have 1-2 minutes of response time. One question will be based on your desire to attend Haas and the other one will focus on leadership. You will complete the video interview post submission of your application. We will provide a link to the video interview in 1-2 days after you have submitted your application.

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Hello Hass EWMBA Aspirants,

I am an MBA/EMBA Admissions Consultant and have helped students from across the world get admitted to top MBA programs including Berkeley Haas

Essays for 2020-2021:
Essay 1: A person’s identity is shaped by many different aspects, including family, culture, personal interests, and surrounding environments. Please share a facet of your identity or story that is essential to who you are. (300 word limit)
Essay 2: The definition of successful leadership has evolved over the last decade and will continue to change. What do you need to develop to become a successful leader? (300 word limit)

Here you can find Essay Tips for 2020-2021
https://vibranture.com/mba-essay-tips/b ... a-tips.htm

Video essays, questions, and interviews are becoming more and more common in business school applications.
Here I have posted our 10 Tips for VIDEO ESSAYS / QUESTIONS for all those looking to submit video essays/questions.
https://gmatclub.com/forum/10-tips-for- ... 33275.html

Hope you will find these tips useful.

Upcoming deadlines:

If you need personalized help with your application, feel free to reach me directly at mail@vibranture.com

Good luck everyone!

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https://gmatclub.com/forum/who-are-the- ... l#p2481221

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Thanks for all the information..
Does anyone know will there be a live interview with real person? Or just that self-recording video interview?

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Thanks for all the information! I have a MS from a university in the US. I wanted to know if I would be eligible for a waiver for TOEFL

The website says

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However, if at the time you are applying you have already completed at least one year of full-time academic coursework with grades of "B" or better in residence at a recognized US institution, you do not need to take a standardized English language proficiency test. Instead, you must submit an official transcript from the recognized U.S. institution. The following courses will not fulfill this requirement:

Courses in English as a Second Language
Courses conducted in a language other than English
Courses that will be completed after you apply
Courses of a non-degree or non-academic nature

However I did teaching assistantships and research projects as part of my degree. Would that disqualify me from the TEOFL waiver? Thanks!

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Hi All,

Just recently finished my application for the Evening/Weekend MBA Program at Haas. I got the video interview link, it is stated that there will be 2 questions - 1 about your desire to attend Haas and 1 about leadership. I have a few questions:

1. Has anyone completed this yet and have any advice/information about the process?
2. What are the questions? Do they differ from person to person?
3. If you click the link, do you have to complete the interview immediately? Or can you come back and do it later?

Please let me know your experiences! Thank you.

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You can check some of last years intake's interview experiences in the following link

https://gmatclub.com/forum/haas-195/int ... brief.html

ashielee

Did you do the video interviews?

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Thanks for all the information! I have a MS from a university in the US. I wanted to know if I would be eligible for a waiver for TOEFL

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However I did teaching assistantships and research projects as part of my degree. Would that disqualify me from the TEOFL waiver? Thanks!

Did you take TOEFL prior to entering your MS degree? Or you have TOEFL waived for the MS degree? If you already took TOEFL and have an MS degree from a US university, you should be fine, however, I'd encourage you to talk to the Admission Office just to make sure

The AO is really nice so don't hesitate to ask them any questions!

Email: ewmbaadm@haas.berkeley.edu
Call: + 1 510-642-0292

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You can check some of last years intake's interview experiences in the following link

https://gmatclub.com/forum/haas-195/int ... brief.html

ashielee

Did you do the video interviews?

Unfortunately, I am not there yet

As Nikhil mentioned above, please check last year's intakes!

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Received an admit day before yesterday to the EWMBA program, updated on portal.
Thrilled and excited!!

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Received an admit day before yesterday to the EWMBA program, updated on portal.
Thrilled and excited!!

Wow! Congratulations!! Definitely amazing news before the holiday

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narwal

Received an admit day before yesterday to the EWMBA program, updated on portal.
Thrilled and excited!!

Wow! Congratulations!! Definitely amazing news before the holiday

Yes! Thank you and happy holidays to you too

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Any idea when the R2 admits start rolling out?

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Any idea when the R2 admits start rolling out?

I think it’s closer to the April 6th timeline the school outlined. My understanding is it’s not on rolling basis.

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Anyone heard on the status of their R1 Application today?

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Anyone heard on the status of their R1 Application today?

Looking at the Decision Tracker for prior year, people update their Admitted status around 11:30am pst on the day of the decision date. So very soon? Good luck!!