Ep 14 | How To Assess YOUR MBA Profile

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In this conversation, Harold Simansky and Rachel Beck discuss how to assess one's chances of acceptance into business school. They cover topics such as academic credentials, including GPA and university attended, the importance of standardized testing, and the value of leadership potential. They also emphasize the need to demonstrate fit with the school and realistic career goals. They encourage applicants to be realistic about their profile, identify weaknesses, and take steps to address them. They also highlight the importance of differentiating oneself and showcasing unique experiences and perspectives.

Takeaways

Assess your academic credentials, including GPA, major, and university attended.
Standardized testing is important and should be taken seriously.
Demonstrate leadership potential through work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Consider fit with the school and articulate realistic career goals.
Identify weaknesses in your profile and take steps to address them.
Differentiate yourself by showcasing unique experiences and perspectives.

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1. Welcome to the mbaMission podcast (00:00:00)

2. Framework to assess your MBA profile (00:00:22)

3. Academic credentials - GPA and test scores (00:01:16)

4. Leadership potential (00:08:00)

5. Post-MBA career goals (00:13:33)

6. Fit of business school (00:17:00)

7. Focus on what you offer and what makes you different (00:20:25)

8. There is a business school for everyone - spread your risk (00:24:37)

9. What if I only want Harvard, Stanford, or Wharton? (00:29:28)

10. Know your weaknesses (00:30:45)

11. How mbaMission can help you maximize your MBA profile (00:32:15)

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Ep 14 | How To Assess YOUR MBA Profile

The mbaMission Podcast

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Takeaways

Assess your academic credentials, including GPA, major, and university attended.
Standardized testing is important and should be taken seriously.
Demonstrate leadership potential through work experiences and extracurricular activities.
Consider fit with the school and articulate realistic career goals.
Identify weaknesses in your profile and take steps to address them.
Differentiate yourself by showcasing unique experiences and perspectives.

Contact Us:
info@mbamission.com
Follow Us:
YouTube
LinkedIn
Instagram

Luvut

1. Welcome to the mbaMission podcast (00:00:00)

2. Framework to assess your MBA profile (00:00:22)

3. Academic credentials - GPA and test scores (00:01:16)

4. Leadership potential (00:08:00)

5. Post-MBA career goals (00:13:33)

6. Fit of business school (00:17:00)

7. Focus on what you offer and what makes you different (00:20:25)

8. There is a business school for everyone - spread your risk (00:24:37)

9. What if I only want Harvard, Stanford, or Wharton? (00:29:28)

10. Know your weaknesses (00:30:45)

11. How mbaMission can help you maximize your MBA profile (00:32:15)

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