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Cornell Johnson Releases Essay Questions

Cornell has released its essay questions for the 2011-12 application season:

Essay 1
Describe your greatest professional achievement and how you added value to your organization. (400 word limit)

Essay 2
What career do you plan to pursue upon completion of an MBA degree and why? How will the Johnson School help you achieve this goal? (400 word limit)

Essay 3
You are the author for the book of Your Life Story. Please write the table of contents for the book. (400 word limit)
Note: Approach this essay with your unique style. We value creativity and authenticity.

mbaMission’s essay analysis will be posted shortly.



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