MBA Interview Tips

The mbaMission Podcast

In this episode of the mbaMission Podcast, Harold Simansky and Rachel Beck discuss effective strategies for MBA interviews. They emphasize the importance of authenticity, preparation, and understanding common interview questions. Rachel shares her insights from her experience as a journalist and alumni interviewer, providing practical tips for candidates to present themselves confidently and effectively. The conversation covers various aspects of the interview process, including attire, common questions, and how to navigate behavioral questions. The episode concludes with final advice for candidates to be themselves and articulate their goals clearly.

Takeaways

• Interviews are primarily about fit, not just qualifications.
• Being too rehearsed can lead to poor interview outcomes.
• Reading your application essays is crucial for preparation.
• Understanding the type of interview (blind vs. comprehensive) is important.
• Dress professionally, even in virtual interviews.
• Prepare for common questions like 'Tell me about yourself.'
• Articulate your short-term and long-term goals clearly.
• Know why you are applying to each specific school.
• Behavioral questions require structured responses using the STAR method.
• Always leave the interviewer with a positive impression.

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

2. The role of business school interviews (00:00:52)

3. How to prepare for MBA interviews (00:01:35)

4. Common mistakes in MBA interviews (00:04:07)

5. What to wear to your interview (00:07:14)

6. How to answer common MBA interview questions (00:08:50)

7. Answering career goal questions (00:13:50)

8. Answering "Why our school?" (00:15:40)

9. Answering "What other schools are you applying to?" (00:17:31)

10. Answering behavioral questions (STAR method) (00:20:57)

11. Questions to ask your MBA interviewer (00:22:49)

12. Final tips for business school interviews (00:24:59)