Aug, 09, 2023
My clients frequently ask me how much time they have to invest in learning about the MBA programs they will be applying to. That is, how many live or online information sessions, how many alumni and/or current students do they need to contact, and how much do they need to master the school’s curriculum and […]
Nov, 30, 2022
When looking at average GMAT scores at top MBA programs (see https://poetsandquants.com/2022/11/25/average-gmat-scores-at-the-top-u-s-mba-programs/2/) there are a number of factors for applicants to consider: 1. For applicants worried about not meeting the GMAT minimum: Average is just that. It does not mean minimum. You should look at the GMAT range for admits to get a full sense […]
May, 09, 2014
Clients frequently ask me to assess their chances for MBA admission. They want to know how they compare with their competition. They want to know how to beat their competition. This is an extremely reasonable request. After all, admission to top MBA programs or other competitive graduate programs is a zero sum game: You get […]
Feb, 13, 2014
In this post I discuss preparing for New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business MBA admissions interviews. Before reading this post, I suggest reviewing some or all of the following previous posts: –MBA Application Interview Strategy –Interview Practice is ABOUT SPEAKING! –Further Comments on MBA Admissions Interviews –General Characteristics of Admissions Officers, […]
Nov, 07, 2013
During my visit today with Alison Goggin, Senior Director of MBA Admissions at Stern, she mentioned that Stern has just launched a full-ride scholarship program for undergraduate applicants to the MBA program. This looks like an amazing opportunity for exceptional candidates. If you are a senior in college with an exceptional background, I think the William […]
Jun, 09, 2013
In this post I analyze NYU Stern MBA program’s essay questions for fall 2014 Admission. Those applying for the Class of 2016 will find that they only have to write two essays this year. NYU has cut the essay down from 3 to 2 essays, but the essays themselves are unchanged from last year. […]
Jan, 14, 2013
File this one under “better late than never.” 2012 was a busy year. In this post I analyze NYU Stern MBA program’s essay questions for fall 2013 Admission. New York University Stern School of Business MBA essay questions’ web page also includes great tips which you can find here. Every year, I have seen some potential applicants […]
Nov, 08, 2011
I just posted the following comment on the BusinessWeek article “MBA Admissions 2.0: Technology Makes Inroads“:“This article is actually inaccurate regarding the specific questions discussed. It creates the misleading impression that technology is actually required when answering questions for NYU and Booth:1. Booth’s 4 page presentation question is in fact, not a test of Power […]
Feb, 19, 2011
UPDATE 3/15: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE EARTHQUAKE.A current student at Stern asked me to share this with applicants and potential future applicants. During their Japan Trek, Stern MBA students will be holding an information session in Tokyo for applicants: “This event is open to all kinds of people: – people who […]
Nov, 14, 2010
In this post I analyze NYU Stern MBA program’s essay questions for Fall 2011 Admission. This post is updated from last year, but the changes are all pretty minor because the questions did not change this year. New York University Stern School of Business MBA essay questions’ web page also includes great tips which you […]
