Blog: Archive for the “Business School” Category

Dartmouth University (Tuck) Essay Analysis, 2009-2010

After connecting with the Tuck admissions office, we can confirm that their essays will not change this year. Our essay analysis follows… 1. Why is an MBA a critical next step toward your short- and long-term career goals? Why is Tuck the best MBA program for you? (If you are applying for a joint or dual degree, please … Read More  

Dartmouth College (Tuck)

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UC-Berkeley (Haas) Essay Analysis, 2009–2010

Candidates often struggle with the demands of the Haas application. Our advice to you? Don’t just start writing. You should instead brainstorm extensively and map out your strategy, so that you avoid redundancies and give a complete picture of who you are as candidate. Short Answer: 1. What are you most passionate about? Why? (250 … Read More  

Berkeley-Haas

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University of Chicago (Booth) Essay Analysis, 2009-2010

1. How did you choose your most recent job/internship and how did this experience influence your future goals? What about the Chicago Booth MBA makes you feel it is the next best step in your career at this time? (750-1,000 words) Because Personal Statements are similar from one application to the next, we have produced … Read More  

University of Chicago (Booth)

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New York University (Stern) Essay Analysis, 2009-2010

As promised, our NYU Stern essay analysis follows…. Essay 1. Professional Aspirations (750-word maximum, double-spaced, 12-point font) Think about the decisions you have made in your life. Answer the following: (a) What choices have you made that led you to your current position? (b) Why pursue an MBA at this point in your life? (c) … Read More  

New York University (Stern)

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Northwestern University (Kellogg) Essay Analysis, 2009-2010

Essay 1 a) MBA Program applicants – Briefly assess your career progress to date. Elaborate on your future career plans and your motivation for pursuing a graduate degree at Kellogg. (600-word limit) Because Personal Statements are similar from one application to the next, we have produced the “mbaMission Personal Statement Guide.” We offer this guide … Read More  

Northwestern University (Kellogg)

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