Traditional Full-Time MBA Admissions Experts

I am an ESSEC Business School and Paris Sorbonne graduate, with 15 years of experience recruiting and coaching talent. Beyond my executive search work, I regularly participate in admissions interviews and selection boards for leading international institutions and programs including HEC, CEMS, IFM Paris, and NEOMA Business School. I also regularly act as a guest lecturer and career coach at leading business schools including ESSEC, ISG Luxury Geneva, and Rome Business School. Having evaluated hundreds of applications, CVs, and interviews from both candidates and students, I have developed a strong understanding of what makes a profile truly stand out in highly competitive selection processes. My coaching combines insider recruitment expertise, strategic positioning, and practical guidance.

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.

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!

Hi there! My name is Maria Curry, and I'm a recent graduate from Harvard Business School. Prior to HBS, I graduated from the dual-degree Huntsman Program at the University of Pennsylvania (Wharton & the College), where I studied Finance and International Studies, with a minor in Spanish. After undergrad, I worked in investment banking at Morgan Stanley and later in growth equity as an investor in the tech sector. At HBS, I explored my passion for the entertainment and media industry, interning at Prime Video for the summer, and have recently joined a sports ownership group for full-time in a strategy role. As someone who has attended two highly selective educational institutions and pursued an early career in traditional finance roles before transitioning into the media, entertainment, and sports industry, I'm happy to help YOU at every stage of the MBA admissions process - from building your initial school list and providing advice on essay writing, to strengthening your overall application and weighing your final offers - as well as with broader career navigation. Feel free to sign-up for some time!

As an IESE Business School and Imperial College London alumni (scoring in Top 10% of my classes, respectively), my MBA coaching journey began in 2020 after my experience at Harvard Business School’s Summer Venture in Management program, where I coached ambitious undergrads through their Deferred MBA Programs, securing admits from: MIT Sloan, Yale SOM, HBS 2+2, and Moelis Advance Access for Wharton. Since 2020, I have cultivated an MBA/MiM/Master coaching toolkit that encompasses: goals-first, logic-first, culture-fit first sense of executive and corporate storytelling for the M7 universities in the United States and for the top executive programs in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and greater-Asia. Now, I coach a selective clientele all over the world, with recent success stories involving international admits to UChicago Booth (with 60% scholarship), most notably. Over the past two years, I have learned the inner workings of every top program, helping a roster of 15+ (and counting) clients gain admission into their dream schools.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from The Wharton School and a Business Honors degree from the University of Texas at Austin, I bring a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to the table. I have successfully coached several clients through the MBA admissions process, leveraging my background in consulting, VC, and early-stage startup operations. My approach is tailored to each individual's strengths and goals, ensuring a comprehensive strategy for application success. Let's connect and craft a winning application that stands out to top business schools!

I'm a Stanford MBA graduate and former management consultant, excited to help you prepare your best possible MBA application. After graduating from Ohio State University, I started my career at EY-Parthenon, first in Sydney, Australia, and then in New York full-time. During my time at EY-Parthenon, At Parthenon I specialized in the consumer products and retail sectors, and served on the firm's Americas strategy committee. As a candidate, I went from re-applicant to acceptances at Stanford GSB, HBS, Wharton, Columbia, and Darden (with a full cost of attendance Jefferson Fellowship). As a coach, I'm great for prospective applicants to the GSB and/or HBS. I can help fine-tune your story and brand, articulate your "Why" for an MBA at your desired school, explain a desired career pivot, and connect the dots between your professional and personal experiences. I have tangible exercises and frameworks for school selection, essay writing, resume building, interview prep, and waitlist strategy. As an applicant who started in a traditional "feeder" industry myself, I can help you stand out and craft a wholistic application. I recently went through the application process myself, and can help applicants of all types. Furthermore, I can provide first-hand perspective on the following: 1. Re-applicants 2. Applicants with degrees from state schools 3. Applicants coming from management consulting - helping you stand out 4. First-gen American applicants - helping bring your background and story to life 3. Fellowship applications (e.g., Jefferson Fellowship - Darden, Knight-Hennessy - Stanford GSB)

-Admission into 4 top 10 full-time MBA programs -Demonstrable success with prior candidates, fulfilling admissions to top 10 programs

I did a lot of research into which MBA programs I wanted to apply to and why. When applying, I carefully crafted a strategy centered around acing the GMAT exam and applying early to my top schools. In the end, I was able to get through the admissions process by getting admitted early into my top school, and in the end, I only had to apply to 3 programs. I was able to navigate this process with a great degree of optimization and I think a lot of that was because I had a clear vision for why I wanted to do my MBA and what I wanted to get out of it. Because I took the time to reflect on my story, I was able to put my best foot forward in my applications and experience great success. I'll now be matriculating to an M7 program this year.

As a seasoned coach with a comprehensive background in management and consulting, I bring a wealth of experience and proven success to help you navigate the MBA admissions process. Here are the qualifications that make me uniquely suited to assist you in achieving your MBA dreams: - Service2School Member: As a member of Service2School, I actively mentor and coach aspiring MBA applicants, leveraging my own experiences to guide them through the complex application process. - Multiple MBB Consulting Offers: I have successfully received multiple offers from top-tier management consulting firms (MBB), demonstrating my ability to excel in highly competitive environments. - Consulting Club Mentor: Within my role in the Consulting Club, I mentor and coach aspiring MBA internship applicants, helping them prepare their applications, craft compelling narratives, and succeed in interviews. - Tuck Veterans Club Mentor: I am dedicated to supporting veterans in their transition to civilian careers. Through the Tuck Veterans Club, I mentor and coach aspiring veterans through the MBA application process, drawing on my own experiences as a veteran. I am especially helpful to: - Veterans: Leveraging my experience as a mentor in the Tuck Veterans Club, I provide tailored guidance for veterans transitioning to civilian careers and pursuing MBAs. - Consulting Aspirants: Having received multiple offers from top-tier consulting firms, I can help you navigate the competitive landscape of consulting applications and interviews. - STEM Background Applicants: With a background in medicine, I am well-equipped to assist those with STEM backgrounds in highlighting their analytical skills and unique perspectives. - Joint Degree Candidates: My experience with the joint MPA program at Harvard Kennedy School allows me to provide valuable insights for those pursuing or considering joint degree programs. - Non-traditional Applicants: As someone who has what's considered a "non-traditional" background and has mentored a diverse range of candidates, I am adept at helping non-traditional applicants craft compelling narratives that stand out to admissions committees. My coaching approach is tailored to each individual's unique background and aspirations. I emphasize building strong personal narratives, honing interview skills, and developing strategies that highlight your strengths. Let's work together to turn your MBA aspirations into reality. Reach out to me today, and let's embark on this journey together.