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| FROM Stacy Blackman Consulting Blog: What Does the MBA Admissions Committee Really Want |
 When you’re hard at work on your MBA applications, it’s easy to get caught up in what sounds great to you or what seems impressive to your friends, co-workers, or parents. That happens all the time, especially to people targeting top business school programs like Harvard Business School, Stanford, and Wharton. Instead, you should evaluate your application materials with the MBA admissions committee in mind. We admit it’s tough to form a truly objective opinion of your candidacy. For example, some candidates think that if they have a high GPA, aced the GMAT, and have had a successful career so far, they are a shoo-in for admission to the top programs. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Differentiate Yourself in the Eyes of the MBA Admissions Committee The majority of candidates who apply to the leading business schools are bright, personable overachievers. They would be an asset to any program. Adcoms see thousands of deserving profiles come across their desks each year. That’s why you need to think beyond your obvious achievements. You can differentiate yourself through your essays and interviews by picking memorable, unique stories and experiences. This becomes even more critical if you come from an overrepresented industry, such as investment banking or consulting. That said, you can’t let the competitive stakes keep you from applying to your dream school in the first place. Chances are, your humility is a trait the adcom would appreciate. Focus on highlighting the valuable knowledge and experiences you can share with your classmates. Look at your application from the viewpoint of the MBA admissions committee, which aims to put together a diverse group of outgoing students. How will you enlighten your classmates over the next two years? Here’s one way to think about it:  Until next time, The team at Stacy Blackman Consulting ***Subscribe to SBC’s weekly newsletter for more MBA application insights. You’ll receive our expert advice straight to your inbox, plus special offers, promotions, discounts, invitations to events, and more. The post What Does the MBA Admissions Committee Really Want appeared first on Stacy Blackman Consulting - MBA Admissions Consulting. |
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| FROM Stacy Blackman Consulting Blog: Tuesday Tips: Texas McCombs MBA Application Essay Tips for 2021-2022 |
 The UT McCombs School of Business is a globally recognized MBA program located in Austin, Texas, a center of technology and business for the region. When you are getting ready to draft your Texas McCombs MBA application, consider that entrepreneurship is a huge focus. Along with Management Consulting, Clean Tech, Innovation Leadership, and Supply Chain & Operations Management, Entrepreneurship is a top 5 concentration. Class size at Texas McCombs MBA is small and close-knit, and the students’ backgrounds are diverse. To prospective students, Texas MBA Admissions Officer Stacey Kammerdiener advises: “Be honest. These essays are our way to learn more about you. Our students value authenticity, and we look for essays that reflect your authentic self.” You’ll find more great advice for your Texas McCombs MBA application on the Texas MBA Insider blog. If you need more assistance, we can help! Contact Stacy Blackman Consulting for a free evaluation and more tips on your Texas McCombs MBA application. For additional information on applying, please visit the McCombs admissions website. The Texas McCombs MBA Application Essay One We will learn a lot about your professional background through your resume and letter of recommendation. We want to get to know you further. Please introduce yourself using an essay of 250 words OR a video introduction of one minute. An open-ended essay with a creative option (the video) can feel intimidating. Instead of focusing on whether you want to use an essay or a video, start thinking about what you want to communicate. Your Texas McCombs MBA application is a way to introduce yourself to the admissions committee. Also, of course, to your new study group. As the Texas Admissions Blog reminds you, “While your professional life is important, this essay is your opportunity to share who you are outside of the bullet points on your resume.” The best Texas McCombs MBA application essays will dive deep into your motivations and aspirations. Also, share your cultural background, formative moments in your life, and friends, family, and colleagues who have influenced you. To identify engaging stories for your Texas McCombs MBA application, think about those pivotal moments of change.  Life transitions can spark your Texas McCombs MBA application essay topics. For many people, the transition from high school to college and from college to work leads to personal change. Others have had formative childhood experiences or experiences that led to shifts in perspective, like travel or living outside your home country. These types of incidents could be an excellent way to illustrate your values and what motivates you. Once you have identified the content of your essay, you can decide how to present it. If you determine your story works better in writing, choose the essay. However, a video could allow you to add elements of emotion, such as humor, that are harder to convey in writing. With a video, you can include graphics, photos, or other visual elements. Note that you should appear in the video for the bulk of it. If you choose a video essay, write a script for your video. Think about the bullet points you want to cover and any essential points. If you decide to talk into the camera, make sure you rehearse. Consider having a friend or family member there so you can speak to a person instead of the camera. Try to edit the video after you record the footage to keep it smooth and on topic. Either way, make sure to record several takes of the video content so you can choose the best one to submit to McCombs.  Essay Two Picture yourself at the completion of your MBA journey. Describe how you spent your time as a TexasMcCombs MBA student to achieve your personal and professional goals. (500 words) This essay is your opportunity to demonstrate your fit with the Texas McCombs MBA program. As part of your homework for the Texas McCombs MBA application, you should learn as much as possible about the school. Here, you can combine that research with your aspirations and goals. Use your imagination and think about how you might describe your Texas McCombs MBA experience at graduation. You’ll likely have had both professional and personal growth. Also, you will have met interesting people who will be part of your lifelong network. As the Admissions Blog reminds you, “We have also already reviewed your short and long term goals. Essay two is meant to explain to us how you believe McCombs will help get you there.” To get started, research some of the unique opportunities at McCombs, like the Venture Labs, if you have entrepreneurial dreams. Another great program is The MBA+ Program, with options to work with influential companies. Living in the city of Austin is also a unique benefit to the program that you may want to consider. For example, maybe you were interested in working for a major technology firm to learn product management skills to start your own business. While at McCombs, you might have tested ideas with the Venture Labs. You could have also consulted for major companies like Adobe or HP to learn how large companies worked. These experiences were probably formative as you made your career plans. Don’t forget the personal! McCombs has an active and engaged student culture with student clubs you likely joined. And your classmates and the friends you made were undoubtedly an influence. Optional Statement Please provide any additional information you believe is important and/or address any areas of concern that will be beneficial to the Admissions Committee in considering your application (e.g., unexplained gaps in work experience, choice of recommenders, academic performance, or extenuating personal circumstances). (250 words) This optional essay provides space for you to explain anything that needs more context. Some areas that may require an explanation for your Texas McCombs MBA application include: lower than average test scores, any grades below a C on your transcript, academic probation, or a significant resume gap. Keep your explanation concise and factual. Also, focus on context for the issue instead of excuses. The post Tuesday Tips: Texas McCombs MBA Application Essay Tips for 2021-2022 appeared first on Stacy Blackman Consulting - MBA Admissions Consulting. |
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| FROM Stacy Blackman Consulting Blog: Tuesday Tips: Tepper MBA Essays and Tips 2021-2022 |
 Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business has published the MBA application for this admissions cycle. Your resume, transcripts, recommendations, and other application data will tell the story of your career and academic accomplishments. Therefore, your Tepper MBA essays should showcase your character and personality. CMU Tepper is an interdisciplinary program with centers like Sustainability, Architecture, and Technology, as well as a startup incubator. The Tepper Quad delivers a campus with several interconnected parts. Finally, as you prepare your Tepper MBA essays, keep in mind that Tepper is looking for diversity in all forms. Ideal candidates include those seeking a tight-knit community and analytical course structure. Questions about your Tepper MBA essays? Contact us for a free analysis of your candidacy. To learn more about the CMU Tepper MBA program, visit the program website. Tepper MBA Essays Post-MBA Goals From the CMU Tepper website: We ask you a question about your post-MBA career goal as well as an alternative goal as a plan B. Tepper MBAs believe in being prepared! This question is part of the data form for your Tepper MBA application. Because you have limited space, focus on clarity as you explain your career goal after graduation. If you have room, you can provide context, but use the field primarily to detail your plans. For example, if you are interested in consulting after graduation, explain the type of consulting, firm, and even industry. For the second part of the question, think about how your background and MBA can prepare you for multiple paths. What other options might you have? For instance, if you are preparing for a career in strategy, you can work in various industries. Many different companies require strategic focus. Required Essay The Tepper community is dynamic and unique. Each community member’s individual journey has shaped them into classmates who are collaborative, supportive, and inclusive. Describe how you have overcome adversity during your journey. What did you learn about yourself and how has that shaped who you are? (Maximum 350-500 words.) CMU Tepper has a small and close-knit community. Because this factor is so important, the only required question in this set of Tepper MBA essays is about your character as a person. Especially over the past year, MBA programs have learned character matters. The Tepper admissions committee is looking for the best fit. Therefore, your personality and background are essential. Think about the experiences that have shaped who you are. Everyone has faced challenges. What were yours? For instance, you could have faced personal challenges like poverty or family loss. Or, you might have struggled in school or work. Most importantly, how did you overcome this adversity? This essay allows you to describe your experiences. Also, explain how you have become a person who is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive. As a person who has faced challenges, how do you recognize and support others? Finally, consider how you will bring this support to the Tepper community. Optional Essay There also is an optional essay for additional information about your candidacy that you may wish to share with the admissions committee. Use this essay to convey important information that you may not have otherwise been able to convey. This may include unexplained resume gaps, context for recommender selection, etc. However, do not feel obligated to complete the optional essay. Reapplicants If you are a re-applicant, use the optional essay to explain how your candidacy has strengthened since your last application. This optional essay gives you the space to explain any gaps in your application. Some areas you could write about are academic issues or a recommendation that is not from a current or former supervisor. Another area is gaps in work experience. Explain each issue clearly, and then describe how you have improved. For example, perhaps you were unfocused during undergrad but have since made great strides professionally. Or, maybe you faced layoffs or a struggling industry that created resume gaps, but you now have career focus. In each case, highlight the positive. Stay future-oriented and explain why the issue won’t be ongoing. You can use this optional essay for other information not covered in the required essay or your resume. However, make sure it is information that will genuinely enhance your application. That means it was not shared anywhere else and tells the admissions committee something important about your background. Reapplicants should use the optional essay to describe how their candidacy has improved—for example, any promotions at work or increased responsibility. Or, you may have a better test score or a grade from a class you took. Finally, if you don’t have any tangible improvements, focus on goals that may have changed. The post Tuesday Tips: Tepper MBA Essays and Tips 2021-2022 appeared first on Stacy Blackman Consulting - MBA Admissions Consulting. |
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