M7 Round-2 Fast Track: Essays, Recs & Interview Prep

This 45-minute, fast-action workshop gives applicants with under two months until Round 2 a step-by-step, coachable plan to produce competitive M7 applications quickly. You’ll leave with a prioritized 6‑week timeline, a resume sprint to convert your experience into impact-first bullets, a clear GMAT/GRE decision rubric, an essay framework (CARL) with a live example, and practical recommender + interview playbooks. Key takeaways Six-week sprint: week-by-week tasks that move you from resume + recommender confirmation to submission and interview readiness. Resume sprint: how to build a one-page, metrics-focused MBA resume and three reusable school-fit bullets to share with recommenders. GMAT/GRE decision rubric: when to retake (realistic +30–40 GMAT point gain in 4–6 weeks) vs. when to prioritize application quality and retake post-submit. Essay framework: CARL (Context, Action, Result, Learning) plus how to map stories to career goals and specific program resources. Recommender playbook: whom to choose, what to send, and a sample briefing memo to accelerate strong letters. Interview prep: five core STAR stories, mock interview structure, and school-specific prep tips. Quick FAQs and forum-sourced insights to set expectations for Round 2 timing, competitiveness, and scholarship considerations.