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I wrote a version of this article on LinkedIn but figured I'd share it here too. It's been a while since I've been back here!
Anyhow, like so many folks, I've been playing with ChatGPT for all kinds of stuff. It's a combination of fun, a bit of terror, awe, and skepticism all rolled into one, like it probably has been for many of you. There are certain inflection points in our world where one piece of tech changes everything - the personal computer in the 80s, Netscape browser in the 1990s, the iPhone in 2007, and now consumer use-able AI.
Anyhow, I asked ChatGPT to write an MBA admissions essay based on one of Wharton's essay questions from last year's application. This person is fictitious - but I tried as best to give it enough high level info to riff on, but enough of a blank canvas to see what it can come up with.
What do you think?
Given that it is already being used to generate writing for more in-depth subjects, I think that this may get university admissions officers to re-think the application process.
Here is the prompt:
Write an admissions essay of about 500 words for an American male who studied microbiology at UCLA, worked as a management consultant at Deloitte Consulting for 4 years in their Palo Alto office and is looking to transition into working in business development and strategy in Artificial Intelligence at companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta and Open AI.
The essay question is "How do you plan to use the Wharton MBA program to help you achieve your future professional goals? You might consider your past experience, short and long-term goals, and resources available at Wharton."
And here is the result:
As a microbiology major at UCLA, I initially thought I would pursue a career in healthcare, but my interests gradually shifted towards technology and business strategy. After four years as a management consultant at Deloitte Consulting in Palo Alto, I am now looking to transition into working in business development and strategy in Artificial Intelligence at companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta and Open AI.
To achieve this goal, I have come to the realization that obtaining an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is the best next step for my career. The Wharton School's MBA program will provide me with the skills, knowledge, and connections I need to advance my career in the field of artificial intelligence.
In the short term, I am interested in working in business development and strategy in the AI field. I want to understand the industry's current state and identify emerging opportunities for growth. Wharton's course offerings in AI, machine learning, and data analysis will provide me with a strong foundation in these areas. Moreover, Wharton's strong industry connections will allow me to connect with industry leaders and learn from their experiences in navigating the challenges of the AI industry.
In the long term, I aspire to lead AI companies and drive innovation in the field. With a Wharton MBA, I will be equipped with the leadership skills and strategic acumen needed to succeed as a business leader in the AI industry. Wharton's focus on practical, hands-on learning will provide me with the opportunity to apply what I learn in the classroom to real-world business situations.
I am also excited about the resources available at Wharton that will enable me to achieve my goals. Wharton's AI for Business Initiative, for example, is a unique resource that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of AI and its business applications. Additionally, Wharton's alumni network is one of the largest and most influential in the world, and it will allow me to connect with successful Wharton graduates who work in the AI industry.
In addition to Wharton's academic resources, I am also excited about the extracurricular opportunities that the school offers. I am particularly interested in the Wharton AI Society, which brings together students with a shared interest in the AI industry. Being part of this community will allow me to stay up to date on the latest industry trends and network with other students who share my passion for AI.
Finally, I believe that my past experiences in microbiology and consulting have prepared me well for the challenges of pursuing a career in the AI industry. As a microbiology major, I developed the critical thinking and analytical skills needed to approach complex problems in a systematic and scientific way. As a consultant, I learned how to work collaboratively with teams and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. These experiences will enable me to make meaningful contributions to the Wharton community and excel in the MBA program.
In conclusion, the Wharton MBA program is the ideal platform for me to achieve my short and long-term career goals. Through Wharton's academic resources, extracurricular opportunities, and alumni network, I am confident that I will be able to gain the knowledge, skills, and connections necessary to succeed in the AI industry. I am excited about the prospect of joining the Wharton community, and I look forward to contributing to the school's vibrant and diverse community of students and alumni.
Anyhow, like so many folks, I've been playing with ChatGPT for all kinds of stuff. It's a combination of fun, a bit of terror, awe, and skepticism all rolled into one, like it probably has been for many of you. There are certain inflection points in our world where one piece of tech changes everything - the personal computer in the 80s, Netscape browser in the 1990s, the iPhone in 2007, and now consumer use-able AI.
Anyhow, I asked ChatGPT to write an MBA admissions essay based on one of Wharton's essay questions from last year's application. This person is fictitious - but I tried as best to give it enough high level info to riff on, but enough of a blank canvas to see what it can come up with.
What do you think?
Given that it is already being used to generate writing for more in-depth subjects, I think that this may get university admissions officers to re-think the application process.
Here is the prompt:
Write an admissions essay of about 500 words for an American male who studied microbiology at UCLA, worked as a management consultant at Deloitte Consulting for 4 years in their Palo Alto office and is looking to transition into working in business development and strategy in Artificial Intelligence at companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta and Open AI.
The essay question is "How do you plan to use the Wharton MBA program to help you achieve your future professional goals? You might consider your past experience, short and long-term goals, and resources available at Wharton."
And here is the result:
As a microbiology major at UCLA, I initially thought I would pursue a career in healthcare, but my interests gradually shifted towards technology and business strategy. After four years as a management consultant at Deloitte Consulting in Palo Alto, I am now looking to transition into working in business development and strategy in Artificial Intelligence at companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta and Open AI.
To achieve this goal, I have come to the realization that obtaining an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is the best next step for my career. The Wharton School's MBA program will provide me with the skills, knowledge, and connections I need to advance my career in the field of artificial intelligence.
In the short term, I am interested in working in business development and strategy in the AI field. I want to understand the industry's current state and identify emerging opportunities for growth. Wharton's course offerings in AI, machine learning, and data analysis will provide me with a strong foundation in these areas. Moreover, Wharton's strong industry connections will allow me to connect with industry leaders and learn from their experiences in navigating the challenges of the AI industry.
In the long term, I aspire to lead AI companies and drive innovation in the field. With a Wharton MBA, I will be equipped with the leadership skills and strategic acumen needed to succeed as a business leader in the AI industry. Wharton's focus on practical, hands-on learning will provide me with the opportunity to apply what I learn in the classroom to real-world business situations.
I am also excited about the resources available at Wharton that will enable me to achieve my goals. Wharton's AI for Business Initiative, for example, is a unique resource that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of AI and its business applications. Additionally, Wharton's alumni network is one of the largest and most influential in the world, and it will allow me to connect with successful Wharton graduates who work in the AI industry.
In addition to Wharton's academic resources, I am also excited about the extracurricular opportunities that the school offers. I am particularly interested in the Wharton AI Society, which brings together students with a shared interest in the AI industry. Being part of this community will allow me to stay up to date on the latest industry trends and network with other students who share my passion for AI.
Finally, I believe that my past experiences in microbiology and consulting have prepared me well for the challenges of pursuing a career in the AI industry. As a microbiology major, I developed the critical thinking and analytical skills needed to approach complex problems in a systematic and scientific way. As a consultant, I learned how to work collaboratively with teams and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. These experiences will enable me to make meaningful contributions to the Wharton community and excel in the MBA program.
In conclusion, the Wharton MBA program is the ideal platform for me to achieve my short and long-term career goals. Through Wharton's academic resources, extracurricular opportunities, and alumni network, I am confident that I will be able to gain the knowledge, skills, and connections necessary to succeed in the AI industry. I am excited about the prospect of joining the Wharton community, and I look forward to contributing to the school's vibrant and diverse community of students and alumni.
15 Feb 2023, 15:13
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Hmm what do you think? There might be a few good nuggets but on the whole it seems obvious to me that a robot wrote this.
16 Feb 2023, 00:56
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It's generic but better than I had expected. Frankly I've seen my fair share of human applicants write generic essays like this (mostly as early drafts, or when I do a ding analysis).
The thing with AI is it improves exponentially not linearly, so it's only going to get better fast with each version (the next version of GPT is currently private but will be released to the public later this year).
The other thing is that it's iterative as well - so this is just a first pass. You could ask a 2nd prompt to rewrite the essay but with more specifics (note I was purposely broad with the applicants stats/info in the prompt; only thing I would've changed to make it even more generic is to not list the post-MBA employers and see if GPT could list them on its own, just like it did with all the Wharton specific material). You could also ask it to write it in the style of Donna Tartt, Michael Lewis, Kurt Vonnegut or any of your favorite authors to give the writing style more personality.
The other thing is rec letters. What's preventing recommenders from using ChatGPT to generate them?
The thing is, it could accelerate the change in the application components and evaluation process. Kellogg has been using video essays for years now as a subset but it may make sense for others to follow suit.
If anything, video essays may be a better way to evaluate applicants, since so much of what executives do (in large orgs or startups) and are evaluated on is their verbal not written abilities. They're presenting in Board meetings, pitching to investors, schmoozing key customers/clients, leading employee zoom calls/meetings, interviewing with journalists, and testifying before Congress (or some version of that with regulators and lawmakers).
But depending on the format/length of the video essays, it may not be realistic given how constrained admissions offices are already. Having to wade through thousands of essays is hard enough. Watching thousands of videos may be even more taxing.
Again, this is new territory for everyone. Universities already are trying to figure out what to do, as students now have this tool that they're already using in their coursework.
This is the *dumbest* most incompetent version of AI we have now. It's only going to get more capable - which is going to have both amazing and awful consequences (we just won't know in what way). But in my opinion it's something not to dismiss and must be taken seriously. I've seen it in my other line of work, where visual artists, musicians and filmmakers are also not sure what to make of it - some are scared, others are summarily dismissive, and others are trying to wrap their heads around how to live with it and/or make use of it.
The thing with AI is it improves exponentially not linearly, so it's only going to get better fast with each version (the next version of GPT is currently private but will be released to the public later this year).
The other thing is that it's iterative as well - so this is just a first pass. You could ask a 2nd prompt to rewrite the essay but with more specifics (note I was purposely broad with the applicants stats/info in the prompt; only thing I would've changed to make it even more generic is to not list the post-MBA employers and see if GPT could list them on its own, just like it did with all the Wharton specific material). You could also ask it to write it in the style of Donna Tartt, Michael Lewis, Kurt Vonnegut or any of your favorite authors to give the writing style more personality.
The other thing is rec letters. What's preventing recommenders from using ChatGPT to generate them?
The thing is, it could accelerate the change in the application components and evaluation process. Kellogg has been using video essays for years now as a subset but it may make sense for others to follow suit.
If anything, video essays may be a better way to evaluate applicants, since so much of what executives do (in large orgs or startups) and are evaluated on is their verbal not written abilities. They're presenting in Board meetings, pitching to investors, schmoozing key customers/clients, leading employee zoom calls/meetings, interviewing with journalists, and testifying before Congress (or some version of that with regulators and lawmakers).
But depending on the format/length of the video essays, it may not be realistic given how constrained admissions offices are already. Having to wade through thousands of essays is hard enough. Watching thousands of videos may be even more taxing.
Again, this is new territory for everyone. Universities already are trying to figure out what to do, as students now have this tool that they're already using in their coursework.
This is the *dumbest* most incompetent version of AI we have now. It's only going to get more capable - which is going to have both amazing and awful consequences (we just won't know in what way). But in my opinion it's something not to dismiss and must be taken seriously. I've seen it in my other line of work, where visual artists, musicians and filmmakers are also not sure what to make of it - some are scared, others are summarily dismissive, and others are trying to wrap their heads around how to live with it and/or make use of it.
