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Package Description:
The interview is one of the most influential parts of the Harvard Business School admissions process. This package is designed specifically for HBS applicants to help them prepare strategically and approach the interview with confidence. You’ll work with an expert coach who understands the unique format and expectations of the HBS interview, tailoring the preparation to your background, strengths, and goals. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Tailored Interview Strategy: Work with your coach to develop a personalized approach that highlights your strengths and differentiators in alignment with what HBS is looking for. - Mock Interviews: Practice in realistic settings with in-depth, probing questions and follow-ups that mirror the HBS style, helping you refine your responses and think on your feet. - Detailed Feedback and Refinement: Receive structured feedback after each mock session to sharpen your responses and strengthen your communication. - Behavioral Question Preparation: Prepare thoughtful, authentic answers to behavioral and situational questions that reflect leadership, growth, and problem-solving. - Post-Interview Reflection (included in the 5-hour package only): Collaborate with your coach on crafting a concise, insightful written reflection—required by HBS within 24 hours of your interview. This package ensures you're ready for every part of the HBS interview experience. With tailored coaching and expert insight, you’ll walk into your interview prepared to make a lasting impression.
What you'll get from this package
Confidence that you will show up on interview day and impress the admissions team
A clear strategy for important MBA interview questions for HBS
Contructive feedback coming out of mock interviews that leaves you with things to practice and emphasize on interview day
A clear playbook for preparation, with areas and question types you should focus on in your prep
Clever tactics to leave your interviewer wanting to advocate for you with the admissions team
The basics of how to nail virtual and in-person interviews, navigating the differences of each interview type
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Additional expectations or terms of engagement may be provided by coaches (e.g. expected response times, etc.).
Services included:
Interviews
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