Hey Everyone, I thought I would start an EMBA specific thread to chat with others applying for the program. Although CBS utilizing a rolling admissions cycle I thought it would be worthwhile to post the deadlines here again: EMBA-New York Saturday May 2021 entry Early Decision*: January 6, 2021 Regular Decision: February 17, 2021 EMBA-New York Friday/Saturday August 2021 entry Early Decision*: March 17, 2021 Regular Decision: May 26, 2021 Would love to hear about everyone's admission process so far and their next steps. Good luck!

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Columbia EMBA NY 2021 Intake [Class of 2023]: Calling all Applicants

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Congrats! Did you all have your applications complete by the EA deadline? If so, it looks like the wait was around 5 weeks...

Also, what does the scheduling look like? Are the dates flexible?

Hey - Yes, had my application completed and submitted by EA deadline. On scheduling, I was assgined an alumni and was on me to reach out and schedule something between the both of us. They recommend getting it done as soon as possible.

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Anyone want to share their interview experience?

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My interviewer was an 2016 alumni and worked in the same industry. We went through the check the box type questions including resume, why columbia, why now, what other schools

All together, about 5 minutes on that then moved onto more industry conversation (outlook on market, m&a, wfh, etc). very conversational.

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Was it also an EMBA or traditional MBA candidate for the interview?

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My interviewer was EMBA alumn

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Hi All,

I got a call from the admissions office this morning with the good news I've been admitted! Good luck to everyone and so looking forward to meeting you all at orientation!

Timeline
EMBA Saturday
Applied: ED 1/6
Invited to Interview: 2/10
Interviewed: 2/22 (had to be rematched because my first match never responded)
Admitted via phone: 2/24

Interview
Duration: 40 mins virtual interview
Questions: Tell me about yourself, Why MBA, Why CBS, What are your short them and long term goals, Any questions?

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Congrats! That’s a great news. Do you mind sharing your stats? Industry / Work experience / EA score

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Do you guys know if the interviewers are provided a standard list of questions?

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Got a call from admission office that I got accepted! Sharing stats. Interviewed on 2/26. 10yr WE / E-commerce (Finance) / 3.6 GPA / Top50 undergrad.

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Got a call from admission office that I got accepted! Sharing stats. Interviewed on 2/26. 10yr WE / E-commerce (Finance) / 3.6 GPA / Top50 undergrad.

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Congrats! Thanks for sharing.

Would you mind sharing the type of questions you got?

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Hi Guys ! Anyone applying to the Fri/Sat program on here ?

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Hi Guys ! Anyone applying to the Fri/Sat program on here ?

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I just applied. Couple of weeks ago.

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I applied on 3/15. Did you apply for the ED ?

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I applied on 3/15. Did you apply for the ED as well ?

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I applied for Regular Decision.

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Anyone know if CBS offers any scholarships for the EMBA class?

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I applied on Mar 10th for Fri/Sat. Got an interview invite on Mar 30th. Completed interview on Apr 2nd. Waiting for admission.

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I applied on Mar 10th for Fri/Sat. Got an interview invite on Mar 30th. Completed interview on Apr 2nd. Waiting for admission.

Congrats ! Could you share your interview experience and questions in some detail ? It would be much useful !

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Cobra66

I applied on Mar 10th for Fri/Sat. Got an interview invite on Mar 30th. Completed interview on Apr 2nd. Waiting for admission.

Congrats ! Could you share your interview experience and questions in some detail ? It would be much useful !

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I applied on Mar 10th for Fri/Sat. Got an interview invite on Mar 30th. Completed interview on Apr 2nd. Waiting for admission.

Congrats ! Could you share your interview experience and questions in some detail ? It would be much useful !

Did you hear back on your decision?

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I applied on Mar 10th for Fri/Sat. Got an interview invite on Mar 30th. Completed interview on Apr 2nd. Waiting for admission.

Congrats ! Could you share your interview experience and questions in some detail ? It would be much useful !

It was very informal. Went through Resume/CV. Mainly, asking why I need CBS with my resume and how I hope to enhance it. Lasted less than 30 minutes, especially because it is Fri night. With my goals, person interviewing confirmed CBS is the right choice.

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Not yet. There was a misunderstanding. I was supposed to log my interview date when I had setup the interview. I didn't know. So, the interviewer feedback got delayed and it was filed yesterday. So, max 2 weeks from yesterday but hoping to hear earlier.