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One Month to Deadlines AMA: What do Admissions Officers Recommend?

You've been working hard for months now and the finish line is almost in sight. There is a lot of information out there, but you have burning questions that you want to ask Admissions Officers who have experience admitting applicants to every top business school around the world. Join Faisal and Christine! During this session, we'll cover all your questions in a live AMA ("Ask Me Anything") format. Everything from essays and application strategy to interviews and recommendations.

M7 MBA Applications: How to Tell Your Story

Are you applying to an MBA program at a top business school? Then you already know your essays are the most important part of your application. In this session, we’ll break down why essays matter so much to admissions committees, what they reveal about you beyond your resume and transcript, and how to craft a narrative that sets you apart. From writing a compelling “Why MBA” essay to tackling the community essay with authenticity and confidence, this event will give you a clear, structured approach to presenting your best self. I’m Mihir, your guide for this event. As an admit to both Columbia Business School and Chicago Booth, I bring firsthand experience and insider knowledge to help you stand out in your applications. With a background in Biochemistry, English, Business, and Computer Science, and professional stints at Capital One and Moderna, I offer a well-rounded perspective on crafting compelling applications. I’m thrilled to co-host this session with Claire, a Knight-Hennessy Scholar and Stanford GSB alumna. Claire has mastered the case interview process and earned a full-time role at Bain & Company, later moving into private equity and venture capital, and most recently global brand strategy at Nike. Her story highlights how mentorship, grit, and openness to opportunity can completely transform a career trajectory. By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with concrete strategies for structuring your essays, a framework for telling your unique story, and examples that highlight what works—and what doesn’t. Whether you’re drafting your first outline or polishing your final version, this workshop is designed to help you approach every essay with confidence and clarity.

MBA Resume: How to Structure It

Learn how to structure your MBA resume for maximum impact. We break down the key sections and how to present your experience effectively.

What if I Have to Write My Own Recommendation?

Asked to write your own letter of recommendation? Learn how to craft a powerful letter that gets you into your dream school.

CBS Essay 3 Example

CBS Essay 3 example of an female consultant accepted into the class of 2027.

Example Resume: Background in Investment, VC, and BizOps

Get a look at a resume that got into an M7 school.

Mock Fuqua Admissions Interview

Prepare for your Fuqua interview with this mock session. Get expert feedback and learn the strategies you need to impress the admissions committee.

NYU Stern "Change" Essay: The Story of a Consultant

A deep dive into a successful NYU Stern "Change" essay. Learn how an organizational transformation consultant crafted a compelling narrative around their professional experience to secure a spot at the school.

HBS Personal Statement Example: Crafting a Story of You

A deep dive into a successful Harvard Business School personal statement. Learn how to tell a compelling story that gets you noticed by admissions committees.

“Tell Me About Yourself”: The FIT Framework

Master the most common interview question with our FIT Framework. Structure your story, nail the answer, and land the job!

The Ultimate MBA Recruiting Cover Letter Guide

Learn how to craft a compelling cover letter that highlights your qualifications and gets you noticed by top employers.

MBA Recruiting Resume Guide

This resume guide is your strategic blueprint for standing out in the highly competitive MBA admissions process. Designed with input from top business schools and recruiters, it walks you through proven formatting, language, and content strategies that highlight your leadership, impact, and potential—ensuring your resume rises to the top of the pile. Whether you're just starting or refining a final draft, this guide will help you craft a one-page resume that speaks the language of top MBA programs.

Resume Template

This resume template includes a community involvement section for MBA applicants who are highly involved in volunteering and want to visually highlight this in their MBA applications.

Acing Behavioral Questions with the CAR Framework

Use the CAR framework to craft compelling answers for behavioral questions. Tell a memorable story and showcase your skills to impress!

MBA Admissions Interview Question Bank

This comprehensive interview guide is designed to help MBA candidates reflect deeply, prepare strategically, and show up with confidence in admissions interviews. Covering key themes like leadership, self-awareness, collaboration, and program fit, this question bank equips you with the prompts top programs use to assess readiness and potential. Whether you're just beginning to prepare or refining your final mock, this resource will help you turn your experiences into compelling, authentic stories.

Columbia Business School: Sample Essay 3: Why CBS?

Example of a "Why CBS?" essay that got the applicant into Columbia Business School.

MBA Application Process: Questions to Ask

A list of questions to ask during your interview–or a chat with students/alumni–when going through the MBA application process to help you standout

Columbia Business School: Essay 2: Career Goals

Example of a Short & Long Term Career Goals essay that got the applicant into Columbia Business School.

Columbia Business School Application Essay Example

Career Goals Application Essay for successful admission into program.

Stern Essay - Change It

Successful admit application essay