need help with the essay and optional essays!

q1-in the question which ask you to specify what contribution you will make in and outside the class in the xyz school?
is it preferable to write something like i will start my own product management club even though the school already have a product management club?
does this raise some eyebrows like why not join the existing club and why start your own?


q2-in the optional essay questions "Please provide any additional information you would like to bring to the attention of the admission committee."
should i write about the chrronic illness i had how i overcame it in 8 years with the help of mindfulnes and being consistent with my lifestyle, then what awareness i spread about it ,this also explains the year gap i had
from 2013 -14 and the low cgpa

or should i write something positive like about my music band, i was the local lead, we participated in many college fest ,what was my motivation behind starting the band.........................

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shubham123321:

Responding to your questions:

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q1-in the question which ask you to specify what contribution you will make in and outside the class in the xyz school? is it preferable to write something like i will start my own product management club even though the school already have a product management club?

A: That would make no sense. Why would you start a competing club?

does this raise some eyebrows like why not join the existing club and why start your own?

A: Yes, it would. You are better off talking about a special initiative you would spearhead or role you would take on in the existing club to leave your mark rather than trying to duplicate an organization. The school might not also allow you to do this, FYI.

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q2-in the optional essay questions "Please provide any additional information you would like to bring to the attention of the admission committee."
should i write about the chrronic illness i had how i overcame it in 8 years with the help of mindfulnes and being consistent with my lifestyle, then what awareness i spread about it ,this also explains the year gap i had
from 2013 -14 and the low cgpa

A: Yes, that would seem appropriate so long as it doesn't make its way into one of your other essays.

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1. You can find some essay examples for contribution questions here:
https://www.aringo.com/free-mba-communi ... y-samples/

2. In the optional essay, you should mention things that will strengthen your candidcay and help you get admitted. If you have something important to share, that is not mentioned anywhere else in your application, this is the place. Watch this video to learn how to use the optional essay:


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Hi shubham123321,

Per your first question, this will likely cause some confusion. Rather than aiming to start a club that already exists, think about the classes you hope to take, clubs you will join and other programs of interest to you, such as speaker series or immersion seminars. If you do want to start a club, it should likely be something that the school doesn't currently offer. When sharing these contributions, a tie can be made between these opportunities and your career goals.

As for the optional essay questions, do not feel compelled to answer this unless you have something specific to explain in your background (e.g., a career gap, an unusual recommender, extreme personal circumstances, etc.) This is not the time to spend 500 words professing your love for your target schools or writing about your music band. While there are a few schools where we do advise all candidates to answer the optional question, but this is the exception and not the rule.

Do not hesitate to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com to further discuss your application strategy. Essay brainstorming and editing is one of the main components of our comprehensive services and we would be happy to provide you with customized support.

Best,
Personal MBA Coach


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