MBA Admissions

I've had such a great and formative time at business school and want to give back to others applying. As an applicant I got into Harvard, Stanford GSB, and Wharton. I come from a relatively overrepresented applicant demographic as well as bringing experience from applying from the UK to US business schools. I have coached people from all backgrounds and all those I've coached have received an offer from either Harvard or Stanford GSB (and many from both).

Welcome to my profile! I went through the MBA admissions process myself and went 3 for 3: HBS, Stanford GSB, and Columbia Business School. I know exactly what's working right now because I just did it. As a current MBA at Harvard Business School and a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience at J.P. Morgan, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the MBA admissions process. If you're serious about a top program, I know what it takes to get there. I have successfully coached clients, helping them craft compelling applications that highlight their strengths and unique stories. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you navigate the competitive MBA admissions landscape. Let's connect and work together to achieve your MBA goals! I'll give you honest, direct feedback - not the kind that makes you feel good but doesn't get you in.

Welcome to my profile! As an INSEAD MBA graduate with Distinction and a member of the admissions committee, I bring firsthand insights into the competitive MBA admissions process. My diverse professional background spans investment management at Saltagen Ventures and strategic consulting at Boston Consulting Group, equipping me with a robust understanding of business dynamics across various industries. As the co-founder of OnGrad, I've helped over 10,000 students and 30+ corporate clients with career development and recruitment strategies. With experience coaching 101 individuals, I'm passionate about guiding aspiring MBA candidates to craft compelling applications and achieve their academic and career goals. Let's connect to strategize your path to success!

MBA admissions and recruiting are ultimately storytelling exercises. The strongest candidates aren't always the ones with the most prestigious backgrounds—they're the ones who can clearly articulate their impact, leadership, and future ambitions. You don't need to have cured cancer or founded a unicorn. You need a compelling, authentic story that clearly demonstrates your impact, motivations, and future ambitions. I work with applicants on MBA applications, resumes, interview preparation, and career strategy. Together, we'll identify the experiences that truly differentiate you, craft a cohesive personal story, and position your profile in a way that feels authentic and compelling. Successful applications don't simply list accomplishments—they tell a coherent story that aligns your past experiences, current motivations, and future goals with what a particular school is looking for. I help candidates identify the archetype that best fits their profile and build a narrative that is both authentic and strategically positioned. I'll give honest feedback, challenge weak narratives, and help you put forward the strongest version of yourself. Whether you're targeting top MBA programs, transitioning into tech, or exploring your next career move, I'll help you approach the process with clarity and confidence.

My approach to coaching comes from lived experience, not theory. I recently navigated the graduate admissions process myself and earned offers from the following top programs: The University of Toronto Masters of Science in Applied Computing, Carnegie Mellon Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence Engineering, Columbia Dual MBA/Executive MS: Engineering & Applied Science, UC Berkeley Electric Engineering & Computer Sciences Master of Engineering, and Carnegie Mellon Master of Science in Machine Learning program. I have confirmed my decision to attend the Machine Learning program at Carnegie Mellon this fall. Before that, I graduated Summa Cum Laude from UT Austin with a 3.96 GPA in Computer Science. I know firsthand what it takes to build a compelling application because I have done it across both technical and business programs. My strength is narrative strategy. I help you identify the through line in your experiences, position your story for the specific program type you are targeting, and write essays that are punchy, defensible, and free of inflated claims. Beyond admissions, I bring real-world credibility as someone that has worked at startups, big companies, and nonprofits as well as research experience. I will give you honest assessments, not validation, and I will work with you draft by draft until every word earns its place.

Hi, I'm James. I earned my MBA from Stanford GSB in 2025. I also got into HBS and MIT Sloan. Going through the application process taught me what each school looks for, including the specific do's and don'ts. I've read hundreds of resumes and admissions essays, so I know what works and what doesn't. I've helped more than 50 applicants get into schools like HBS, GSB, Wharton, and MIT Sloan. Let me help you! Whether you're still deciding if business school is right for you, already deep in your applications, or somewhere in between, I'd be honored to work together.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Carlson School of Management and extensive experience on student admission committees, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the MBA admissions process. As a Lead Product Manager at Amazon, I have honed my skills in product strategy, compliance, and risk management, which I leverage to guide clients through the complexities of MBA applications. My background in finance and product development, combined with my experience at top firms like Thomson Reuters and Skye Bank, equips me to provide strategic insights and personalized coaching. Whether you need help with application strategy, essay crafting, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your MBA dreams a reality!

Dozie was a principal and a venture partner at the venture capital arm of George Kaiser Family Foundation. He was also a vice president at Red Arts Capital, a senior associate at Madison Dearborn Partners, a consultant at Boston Consulting Group and an associate at General Electric. He is also on the board of directors of A Red Orchid Theatre. He was on the board of directors of The Printing Museum. Dozie earned a bachelor of science, magna cum laude, in electrical engineering from the honors college of University of Mississippi, a master of supply chain management from Pennsylvania State University, a master of public policy from University of Cambridge as a Gates Cambridge Scholar, and a master of business administration from Harvard Business School.

Coached candidates on essay and personal value prop positioning for top MBA programs - successfully accepted at HBS, GSB, Wharton, Kellogg

Business school has the potential to change the trajectory of your life. I know because it changed mine. As a first-generation college graduate who grew up in public housing, I learned early that talent alone isn't enough. Opportunities often come to those who can clearly communicate their potential, connect seemingly unrelated experiences into a compelling narrative, and articulate a vision for the future. That's exactly what admissions committees are looking for. My career has taken me from structured finance at Wells Fargo Securities to distressed investing at Lone Star Funds, real estate development at Trammell Crow Company, affordable housing and community development, entrepreneurship as the founder of Meridian Advisory, and public policy through my Executive Master's studies at the London School of Economics. I also serve as Director of Financial Wellbeing at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and teach Real Estate Capital Markets as an adjunct instructor at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. Those experiences have shown me that the strongest applications aren't built around impressive resumes. They're built around authentic stories with a clear sense of purpose. As your coach, I'll help you identify what makes your journey distinctive, refine your leadership narrative, and present your experiences with clarity and confidence. Whether we're working on school selection, essays, resumes, interviews, or overall application strategy, my goal is to ensure your application reflects your highest potential, not what you think an admissions committee wants to hear. I work especially well with applicants who have complex or unconventional backgrounds, including first-generation students, career pivoters, finance and real estate professionals, public sector leaders, entrepreneurs, military veterans, and applicants seeking to connect technical expertise with a compelling leadership story. My coaching style is thoughtful, candid, and collaborative. I'll challenge your assumptions, ask difficult questions, and help you uncover the themes that connect your experiences into a narrative that is both authentic and memorable. Admissions committees aren't simply evaluating where you've been. They're investing in where you're going. My role is to help you tell that story in a way that reflects who you are and the impact you aspire to make.