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Cornell Johnson MBA 2015-2016 Essays: The 'Your life story' essay made its debut in 2009 and has since stayed part of Cornell essay set. This year adcom has give you more flexibility to chose media of expression. This is a welcome move given the abundant options new technology has made possible. Use this new approach from Cornell to your advantage!
Essay 1
You are the author for the book of Your Life Story. Please create the table of contents for the book in the space provided or upload it as an attachment. We value creativity and authenticity and encourage you to approach this essay with your unique style.
One of a kind, this is an interesting way to talk about yourself and showcase distinctive aspects of your life!
As we suggested last year, the question says 'Your Life Story,' you need not take it to mean chronological way of describing your entire life. Instead, it might be more interesting and engaging if you can take a thematic approach.
Think about your core strengths and values, think about what defines you: these are the qualities that have shaped the 'story' of your life. Present yourself in terms of what you stand for will give adcom an authoritative statement of your character and personality.
Another approach could be to show a part of your life, a phase that holds special significance in your life's journey and how that has shaped the rest of the flow of your life. You could think in terms of a memoir, instead of an autobiography.
If you want to take (the easier?) route of writing an essay, it might be better to write this essay in a word (or similar) software, format it to make it look like table of contents of a book and upload that file.
Essay 2
What are your short and long term goals and how do you see the Cornell MBA enabling you to achieve both? (500 words max).
Again a change from last year in terms of scope of your future career vision. Last year Cornell was only interested in knowing about your 'job that you would like to have immediately upon graduating with your MBA'. This year, however, they also want to understand your larger career vision. Demonstrate to the adcom that you are clear, focused and realistic about your goals. One of the parameters on which schools are ranked is the employability of their students within 3months post-graduation, so it's important for Cornell to know they will be able to place you successfully in your dream job.
Mention the industry and function of the job you are interested in and if possible give an example or two of your ideal employer (preferably from those that recruit at Cornell). If you want to go back to your home country, mention that precisely so Cornell knows that you will be pursuing the off-campus job search.
You have enough space here also to show the adcom why your past experiences and knowledge gained from Cornell will be useful for this job. If you are a career changer then talk about transferable skills, you will bring to this role.
This question doesn't explicitly asks but please do address the need for Cornell MBA to reach your dream job and why you think only Cornell can take you there.
Optional Essay
Complete this essay if you would like to add additional details regarding your candidacy. For instance, if you believe one or more aspects of your application (e.g., undergraduate record or test scores) do not accurately reflect your potential for success at the Johnson School. (2000 character limit, including formatting characters).
Use the optional essay to explain shortfalls in your application which you feel are truly detrimental to your candidature. Areas of underperformance (academic or professional or GMAT) or events which..... READ MORE >> https://www.vibranture.com/essay/tips/co ... g-tips.htm
Essay 1
You are the author for the book of Your Life Story. Please create the table of contents for the book in the space provided or upload it as an attachment. We value creativity and authenticity and encourage you to approach this essay with your unique style.
One of a kind, this is an interesting way to talk about yourself and showcase distinctive aspects of your life!
As we suggested last year, the question says 'Your Life Story,' you need not take it to mean chronological way of describing your entire life. Instead, it might be more interesting and engaging if you can take a thematic approach.
Think about your core strengths and values, think about what defines you: these are the qualities that have shaped the 'story' of your life. Present yourself in terms of what you stand for will give adcom an authoritative statement of your character and personality.
Another approach could be to show a part of your life, a phase that holds special significance in your life's journey and how that has shaped the rest of the flow of your life. You could think in terms of a memoir, instead of an autobiography.
If you want to take (the easier?) route of writing an essay, it might be better to write this essay in a word (or similar) software, format it to make it look like table of contents of a book and upload that file.
Essay 2
What are your short and long term goals and how do you see the Cornell MBA enabling you to achieve both? (500 words max).
Again a change from last year in terms of scope of your future career vision. Last year Cornell was only interested in knowing about your 'job that you would like to have immediately upon graduating with your MBA'. This year, however, they also want to understand your larger career vision. Demonstrate to the adcom that you are clear, focused and realistic about your goals. One of the parameters on which schools are ranked is the employability of their students within 3months post-graduation, so it's important for Cornell to know they will be able to place you successfully in your dream job.
Mention the industry and function of the job you are interested in and if possible give an example or two of your ideal employer (preferably from those that recruit at Cornell). If you want to go back to your home country, mention that precisely so Cornell knows that you will be pursuing the off-campus job search.
You have enough space here also to show the adcom why your past experiences and knowledge gained from Cornell will be useful for this job. If you are a career changer then talk about transferable skills, you will bring to this role.
This question doesn't explicitly asks but please do address the need for Cornell MBA to reach your dream job and why you think only Cornell can take you there.
Optional Essay
Complete this essay if you would like to add additional details regarding your candidacy. For instance, if you believe one or more aspects of your application (e.g., undergraduate record or test scores) do not accurately reflect your potential for success at the Johnson School. (2000 character limit, including formatting characters).
Use the optional essay to explain shortfalls in your application which you feel are truly detrimental to your candidature. Areas of underperformance (academic or professional or GMAT) or events which..... READ MORE >> https://www.vibranture.com/essay/tips/co ... g-tips.htm
