Strategy Module
For candidates in the early stages of the application process looking to lay a strong foundation for their MBA applications, this module may include any or all of the following: • A deep dive into your profile to assess strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities. • A comprehensive brainstorming session to generate compelling application content. • Actionable solutions to address weaknesses or opportunity areas. • Guidance on developing your career goals, along with strategies for networking and research to refine your target paths. • Support in developing your professional and personal value proposition to shape your essays. • Brainstorming and ideation for essay topics across up to three programs. • A customized roadmap for your MBA application season. • High-level advice on selecting recommenders. Includes: Up to five hours of live, written, or asynchronous support. Can be purchased independently or credited toward comprehensive services within three months of purchase.
What's included
Collaborate with an experienced admissions consultant with her own company (MBA Pathfinders) and experience at top firms (mbaMission + Stacy Blackman Consulting). I’ve consulted with hundreds of MBA clients, guiding them to coveted admissions across a spectrum of schools, including the most selective MBA programs. My goal is to advise candidates on this transformative experience, help demystify the admissions process, enable you to communicate your experiences effectively, and act as a sounding board from end-to-end.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of your profile and goals
- Get targeted advice on addressing potential weaknesses
- Solidify your risk profile and target MBA programs
- Stress test and align your career goals with MBA programs
- Create a plan and timeline for your MBA applications
- Address outstanding questions and concerns
Meet your expert
Laura N.
Non-traditional Candidate Expert | M7+ | Ad Com | Tech + Industry Exp
I've led a multifaceted career path across the entertainment, tech, marketing, and consulting industries, with a particular focus on guiding MBA candidates toward their dreams. Early on, I recognized that I wanted to pursue marketing. To learn more about it, I networked, listened, pitched myself, and floated the idea of pursuing an MBA. I heard "no" more often than not, and I forged ahead. The University of Michigan - Ross School of Business's full-time MBA was a transformational experience, building my business foundation, practical experience, network, and confidence. Simultaneously, I started paying it forward to future MBA candidates. My professional and MBA admissions consulting experience make me uniquely qualified to support candidates seeking admission to top MBA programs to facilitate their professional and development goals. As a marketing professional, I've: 🧱 Established departments at 4 startups – from Series A to publicly held companies 📈 Generated demand for >50% of revenue across 2 organizations 🚀 Launched new products, features, and lines of service 💵 Served at 2 consecutive organizations with acquisition exits ↗️ Ascended to the VP of Marketing role on an executive leadership team As an MBA admissions consultant, I've: 🥇 Contributed to 2 leading MBA admissions firms 📝 Collaborated with >300 candidates applying to top MBA programs 🎓 Facilitated successful applications to all M7, Top 20 U.S., and Top 10 international MBA programs 💰 Enabled clients to earn millions of dollars in scholarship funding 💫 Co-founded a brand and earned consistent 5-star ratings from satisfied clients
