The mbaMission Podcast

Ep 49 | Top Tips From MBA Admissions Insiders


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The team at mbaMission has helped thousands of MBA applicants gain admission to the business schools of their dreams over the last twenty years. In today's episode of the mbaMission podcast, Harold Simansky, Jeremy Shinewald, and Susan McInerny discuss the most important things applicants need to know as they begin -- or plan ahead for -- the MBA application process. From strategically planning your timeline to building your professional profile the RIGHT way, we're sharing our top tips for MBA hopefuls who are considering applying to business school in the next 1-2 years.

00:00 Welcome to the mbaMission podcast
00:49 Understanding the MBA application process
03:11 Your MBA application timeline
05:31 The importance of in-depth school research
10:20 The role of introspection
12:44 What you have done vs. what you have learned
13:24 Allowing time to mitigate weakness in your application (and build strengths)
18:06 Demonstrating leadership through community impact
20:15 Firm sponsorship
21:44 Enhancing your professional profile 1-2 years before applying
24:16 Selecting your target MBA programs
25:31 How long does it take to execute MBA applications?
27:51 Applying in Round 1 vs. applying in Round 2
28:46 The challenges of narrative writing

Book your FREE 30-minute MBA admissions consultation with Harold, Susan, or another one of our experienced MBA admissions consultants by filling out this form.

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Book your FREE 30-minute MBA admissions consultation with Harold, Susan, or another one of our experienced MBA admissions consultants by filling out this form.

Learn more about onTrack by mbaMission, our innovative, on-demand MBA application platform, and take our two-minute questionnaire to receive your customized learning path.

‼️Use code MBAMPOD for 30% off any onTrack subscription‼️

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