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What’s in it for you- Live Profile Evaluation Chat Session with Jenifer Turtschnow, CEO ARINGO. Come with your details prepared and ARINGO will share insights! Pre-MBA Role/Industry, YOE, Exam Score, C/GPA, ECs Post-MBA Role/ Industry & School List.
Nov 1910:00 AM EST
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Get expert MBA strategy, instant essay feedback, and personalized advice on your entire application. Join My Admit Coach, the AI-powered MBA admissions platform built on 10K+ successful application docs for HBS, Stanford GSB, MIT and other top programs.
Nov 1911:00 AM EST
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Looking to secure a coveted spot at a top business school? Our team of seasoned MBA admissions consultants, including top B schools alumni and industry leaders, is here to help turn your dreams into reality. Let’s kick-start your journey to success!
Nov 1911:00 AM PST
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Round 2 is here — and it’s your chance to make your MBA dream happen! Join GMAT Club’s LIVE discussion with two top experts from The Red Pen, Gunjan Jhunjhunwala and Natasha Mankikar, as we break down everything you need to know- Nov 20
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Learn what truly sets the UC Riverside MBA apart and how it helps in your professional growth - Nov 12
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Get expert MBA strategy, instant essay feedback, and personalized advice on your entire application. Join My Admit Coach, the AI-powered MBA admissions platform built on 10K+ successful application docs for HBS, Stanford GSB, MIT and other top programs. 
Nov 2010:00 AM EST
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If you’re applying to Columbia, NYU Stern, or Yale SOM, you need more than strong stats. Each school defines “leadership” differently, and your essays must reflect that. Join Sia Admissions founder, Susan Berishaj on November 20th
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Join our free expert-led Essay Workshops to discover how to choose impactful stories, highlight your core values, and align your background with each school’s distinct culture, making every word truly count.
Nov 2108:30 AM EST
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Get the inside scoop on what makes Emory’s Goizueta Business School great, learn how you can present a strong MBA application, and connect with an Admissions Director to get your questions answered.
Nov 2112:00 PM EST
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Join Assistant Dean for Admissions Laurel Grodman for a live walkthrough of the 2025–2026 MBA application. Laurel will provide insights into what the Admissions Committee looks for and offer tips on key components of the application.
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Learn how to craft powerful, authentic essays by mastering the 3 “WHYs” every top MBA program looks for: Why MBA, Why Now, and Why This School.
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How to Ace Your INSEAD MBA Interview: Tips That Work
So, you’ve received the coveted INSEAD MBA interview invite, congratulations! That alone puts you in an elite pool of candidates. But the real game begins now. INSEAD interviews are unlike the typical B-school interview format. They're conducted by alumni and feel more like a professional conversation than a high-stakes Q&A. Even if they feel relaxed, they are still thorough, challenging, and designed to assess you deeply.
Here’s how you can walk into that conversation with confidence, clarity, and a clear edge:
1. Know Your Story Cold. But Don’t Sound Robotic
INSEAD is obsessed (in the best way) with clarity of thought. Your journey, where you come from, what fuels you, and why this is the right moment, must be clear, compelling, and uniquely yours.
Practice your answers, but leave room for spontaneity. Alumni interviewers appreciate authenticity over perfection.
Pro Tip: Have 2–3 “anchor” stories that demonstrate leadership, decision-making, and resilience. Then, adapt them as needed across questions.
2. Articulate the ‘Why INSEAD’ and ‘Why Now’ Clearly
INSEAD isn’t just checking fit, they’re also evaluating motivation. You should be able to answer:
Why do you need an MBA now?
Why specifically INSEAD (not just because of its 1-year format)?
What are your short-term and long-term goals, and how will INSEAD help you achieve them?
Show that you’ve done your homework on the program, from its global learning structure to clubs, electives, and alumni outcomes.
3. Be Ready for Depth, Especially on Your Resume
Expect interviewers to go deep into your experiences. They’ll often ask:
Why did you make specific career moves?
What did you learn from failures or setbacks?
How have you worked with diverse teams?
Self-reflection is key. Prepare with a timeline of your career decisions, the why behind each transition, and what those choices reveal about you as a leader.
4. Brush Up on Cross-Cultural Experience
INSEAD is deeply global, with students from 80+ nationalities. The interview often includes questions around:
How you’ve worked across cultures.
How you navigate differences in opinions or working styles.
How adaptable you are in high-paced, international environments.
Frame your answers with examples, whether through international projects, diverse teams, or volunteering experiences.
5. Expect Curveballs and Practice Flexibility
Because the interview is conducted by alumni, it can vary. Some may ask behavioral questions, others may go into career vision, and some might throw unexpected ones like:
“What would your colleagues say about you?”
“If not consulting, what’s Plan B?”
“What does success look like 10 years from now?”
Don’t panic. Be thoughtful. INSEAD values structured thinking more than having a perfect answer.
6. Prepare Questions for the Interviewer
Always end with smart, genuine questions. Show curiosity, not desperation. Alumni appreciate applicants who respect their time and show genuine interest in the school, career outcomes, or student life.
7. Practice With a Mock Interview
Mock interviews are the best way to simulate the real pressure and receive feedback on tone, structure, and delivery. Focus on:
Storytelling clarity
Managing time while answering
The INSEAD interview is not about trick questions, it’s about clarity, maturity, and global readiness. Think of it less as a test and more as a dialogue with a potential future peer.
If you’re looking to prepare with mock interview and want 1:1 guidance, feel free to reach out to us. Let's turn your INVITE into an ADMIT, together.
Stay Tuned: YouTube | Coffee Session | Success Stories | Blogs | LinkedIn
Join our Exclusive Coffee Chat with Successful Applicants (4-Month Strategy for Round 1) | Date: 17th April | Time: 9.00 PM IST | 11.30 AM ET
So, you’ve received the coveted INSEAD MBA interview invite, congratulations! That alone puts you in an elite pool of candidates. But the real game begins now. INSEAD interviews are unlike the typical B-school interview format. They're conducted by alumni and feel more like a professional conversation than a high-stakes Q&A. Even if they feel relaxed, they are still thorough, challenging, and designed to assess you deeply.
Here’s how you can walk into that conversation with confidence, clarity, and a clear edge:
1. Know Your Story Cold. But Don’t Sound Robotic
INSEAD is obsessed (in the best way) with clarity of thought. Your journey, where you come from, what fuels you, and why this is the right moment, must be clear, compelling, and uniquely yours.
Practice your answers, but leave room for spontaneity. Alumni interviewers appreciate authenticity over perfection.
Pro Tip: Have 2–3 “anchor” stories that demonstrate leadership, decision-making, and resilience. Then, adapt them as needed across questions.
2. Articulate the ‘Why INSEAD’ and ‘Why Now’ Clearly
INSEAD isn’t just checking fit, they’re also evaluating motivation. You should be able to answer:
Why do you need an MBA now?
Why specifically INSEAD (not just because of its 1-year format)?
What are your short-term and long-term goals, and how will INSEAD help you achieve them?
Show that you’ve done your homework on the program, from its global learning structure to clubs, electives, and alumni outcomes.
3. Be Ready for Depth, Especially on Your Resume
Expect interviewers to go deep into your experiences. They’ll often ask:
Why did you make specific career moves?
What did you learn from failures or setbacks?
How have you worked with diverse teams?
Self-reflection is key. Prepare with a timeline of your career decisions, the why behind each transition, and what those choices reveal about you as a leader.
4. Brush Up on Cross-Cultural Experience
INSEAD is deeply global, with students from 80+ nationalities. The interview often includes questions around:
How you’ve worked across cultures.
How you navigate differences in opinions or working styles.
How adaptable you are in high-paced, international environments.
Frame your answers with examples, whether through international projects, diverse teams, or volunteering experiences.
5. Expect Curveballs and Practice Flexibility
Because the interview is conducted by alumni, it can vary. Some may ask behavioral questions, others may go into career vision, and some might throw unexpected ones like:
“What would your colleagues say about you?”
“If not consulting, what’s Plan B?”
“What does success look like 10 years from now?”
Don’t panic. Be thoughtful. INSEAD values structured thinking more than having a perfect answer.
6. Prepare Questions for the Interviewer
Always end with smart, genuine questions. Show curiosity, not desperation. Alumni appreciate applicants who respect their time and show genuine interest in the school, career outcomes, or student life.
7. Practice With a Mock Interview
Mock interviews are the best way to simulate the real pressure and receive feedback on tone, structure, and delivery. Focus on:
Storytelling clarity
Managing time while answering
The INSEAD interview is not about trick questions, it’s about clarity, maturity, and global readiness. Think of it less as a test and more as a dialogue with a potential future peer.
If you’re looking to prepare with mock interview and want 1:1 guidance, feel free to reach out to us. Let's turn your INVITE into an ADMIT, together.
Stay Tuned: YouTube | Coffee Session | Success Stories | Blogs | LinkedIn
Join our Exclusive Coffee Chat with Successful Applicants (4-Month Strategy for Round 1) | Date: 17th April | Time: 9.00 PM IST | 11.30 AM ET
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