Xin Cho wrote:
Any general consensus on what video questions might appear? Is there one question that will be always same?
Hi Xin,
INSEAD makes it clear that the recorded video essay questions vary from applicant to applicant and they don't replace the important face-to-face interview with alumni.
One thing you can do to make sure that your performance is optimal is to take advantage of the *practice* interview questions offered on the INSEAD interview portal prior to the formal recording of your answers to the 4 real questions that count. You can do as many practice recordings as you want, which should help you get comfortable with the process prior to recording the real thing.
While video essays are due 48 hours past the deadline for which you are applying, you probably don't want to wait that long in case there are problems with the server.
The INSEAD video essay prompt says that the AdCom is looking to understand "your passions, motivations and who you really are" - so be sure to flush out some 3D data in your responses. Resist the urge to make *every* response about work (even if you *do* work all the time, INSEAD wants to make sure that you are also well-rounded, have hobbies, and are involved in your community).
The best way to prepare for these video application questions is to compile a list of the most frequently asked questions about leadership (e.g., "Tell us about a time you led a team?" or "Tell us about a particular challenge you overcame at work" or "Tell us about a time you had IMPACT" or "How would your colleagues describe your leadership style"), International (e.g., "What international work experiences have you had so far and how do these experiences inform your global lens" - this one is especially important for INSEAD as it is THE international business school), extracurricular ("Tell us about a book you read recently" or "How do you fill your time outside of work" or "How do you give back to your community"), academic ("Briefly summarize your undergraduate studies - how have they informed your professional success?" or "What were your grades like in undergrad?" or "How did you finance your undergrad education?"). They will almost surely ask you a question about INSEAD in particular. In prior years, it's been something along the lines of "Why is INSEAD perfect for you" or "Why are you applying to business school and why INSEAD in particular?" INSEAD is also big on questions that dig into empathy and self-awareness ("Tell us about a time when you had to think in another's perspective and how this influenced your actions" or "What do you do when people come to you for help")
If you find that speaking to an admissions consultant about video essays or interviews may be helpful, feel free to sign up for a free consultation here:
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