The Selectivity Playbook: How to Win at 6%–2% Acceptance Rates
Hosted By Jamaal G.
What does it take to win at the world’s most selective admissions games, from Stanford GSB (~6%) to the Obama Leaders Program (~2%)? In this interactive session, I’ll share the exact framework I’ve used to earn spots at elite MBA programs and fellowships, and to help more than 60 clients gain admission to top schools like HBS, Wharton, and Stanford GSB. I didn’t come from these circles, I grew up underexposed to elite institutions and networks, entered Wall Street through a back door, built and sold a startup, and carried a huge chip on my shoulder. That journey taught me how to compete for selective opportunities by crafting applications that are brutally specific, human, and impossible to ignore. You’ll leave with concrete strategies you can apply immediately to your MBA, fellowship, or other competitive application — plus a free resource to help you put the framework into action.
What you'll get out of this event
Think like a selector: Understand what decision-makers are really looking for and how they read your application.
Use the “Brutal Specificity” method: Replace generic statements with vivid, high-impact examples that stick.
Show the “Reciprocity Factor”: Convince them not just why you’re qualified, but how they’ll be better off for picking you.
Avoid the most common mistakes that sink otherwise qualified candidates.
This event is great for MBA and fellowship applicants who want to compete — and win — in the most selective admissions processes, from top-5 business schools to leadership programs with single-digit acceptance rates.
Editing
Recommendations
Interviews
Cover Letters
Ding Analysis
Networking Strategy
Waitlist Strategy
Secondary Review
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
General Exploration
Supplementary Materials
Hosted By Jamaal G.
MBA Admissions Expert | Stanford & Harvard Alum | 60+ Clients Admitted
Coaches professionally
60+ people coached for MBA
Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Stanford and an MPA from Harvard, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. As a former Senior Admissions Consultant at The MBA Exchange and an MBA Admissions Counselor at Stratus Prep, I've successfully guided over 60 clients into top MBA programs, including HBS, Wharton, and Stanford GSB. My clients have a 100% success rate in gaining admission to one of their top 5 school choices. Whether you need help with application strategy, essays, or interview preparation, I'm here to provide tailored support. Let's work together to craft a compelling application that stands out. Reach out to start your journey to a top MBA program!
Monday, Sep 8
from 11:30 PM – 12:15 AM UTC
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