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I was invited to interview with all four MBA programs to which I applied (Wharton, HBS, Booth, and Sloan), and I completed this process not too long ago.

Welcome to my profile! As a current MBA student at the University of Pennsylvania and a seasoned finance professional, I bring a wealth of experience to the table. My background includes working as an Investment Banking Associate at Goldman Sachs, where I honed my skills in leveraged finance and equity capital markets. I now work in private equity at Redbird Capital Partners. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates navigate the competitive admissions process, drawing on my own experiences and insights. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and craft a winning application together!

I was admitted to Booth, Kellogg (MMM Program), and Wharton, all on merit scholarships ranging from 25-75% tuition coverage. I was an Admissions Fellow at Wharton, speaking to and interviewing over 300 candidates.

I am a full-time MBA student at The Wharton School with recent experience navigating the admissions process. I have coached dozens of hopefuls (officially and unofficially) to success at HSW. For those interested in earning a JD in addition to the MBA, I can also speak to the pros and cons (and admissions process) as a current JD/MBA candidate.

Welcome! I am earning an MBA from The Wharton School and a JD from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and earned acceptances to many top law and business programs. Coupled with my experience coaching candidates for consulting recruiting (I worked at McKinsey & Company before graduate school), and I am able to provide insight to aspiring MBA students on the admissions process. I enjoy helping clients craft compelling applications that highlight their strengths and unique stories. Whether you need assistance with application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect! Here is why you should work with me: ✅Admitted to multiple top 10 law and business programs ✅Earned full-ride merit scholarship for undergraduate studies ✅Relatively recent experience with application process

As a 1 year full-time MBA, I had to make the most out of my time on campus. I can help individuals thinking about 1) whether the MBA is truly worth it, 2) what to consider when making a decision, 3) how to make the most out of the experience. Sometimes you need someone to ask tough questions or give you structure to make the most out of your time. I am that person!

I'm Maryam, an MBA candidate at Wharton (Class of 2026), where I received a merit scholarship. I will be working at BCG in San Francisco after school. Before Wharton, I spent years at LinkedIn and Accenture sitting at the intersection of business strategy and technology, and developing a real conviction that we can get anything we want in this life as long as we have the right people beside us. That belief brings me to coaching! The MBA application process is deeply personal, and the best applications don't just list achievements, they reveal the unique person behind them. I know this process from the inside: what Wharton looks for, how to frame a non-linear story, and how to turn your specific background into a compelling case for why you, now. Whether you're building your school list, thinking about your essays, or preparing for interviews, I'll help you find the through-line in your story and tell it with clarity and confidence. For essays specifically, you are welcome to explore my general writing on my Substack: https://substack.com/@maryamaram

As an alum of Harvard Business and Kennedy Schools, I navigated multiple graduate degree admissions processes. I’ve worked with candidates who have successfully applied to Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, MIT, and other top MBA programs. I started my career at Bain & Company and then worked in tech (biz ops and growth) before grad school. I have been closely involved in civic and public service opportunities including working at the US Treasury and serving as a State Delegate prior to school. While in my three-year MPP and MBA program, I worked in Venture Capital and Growth Equity investing at Norwest Venture Partners, Floodgate Ventures, and Summit Partners. I now run Growth Strategy @ Carta, a $7B tech co in Silicon Valley. I coach in my spare time because I love helping candidates distill their stories and present the best version of themselves to adcoms! When I applied, my partner was also interested in an MBA -- we wanted to maximize our chances of living in the same city during school, which led us to deeply research and contact admissions and alumni at all top 7 MBA programs to ensure we understood how we would be evaluated. After hundreds of hours of research myself, there is nothing I love more than being able to share that knowledge strategically & concisely with applicants. I particularly enjoy working with dual-degree candidates, candidates with public/non-profit sector experience and candidates interested in emerging tech and Venture Capital. As someone who applied with a partner, I can also speak to how various degree programs consider partner applications and strategy around managing dual-MBA families.

I have extensive interviewing experience from throughout my professional career, including MBA admissions interviews, MBB consulting interviews, and behavioral interviews in a variety of forms. I have also given countless mock interviews and have experience giving very detailed, nuanced feedback and tips to help candidates find immediate growth opportunities. I graduated from Chicago Booth's Full Time MBA program in 2018. I was accepted into multiple top tier MBA schools, received significant scholarships to all schools ($275K in total, including the prestigious Siebel Scholarship), and achieved a 760 on the GMAT. While at Booth, I was a Booth Admissions Fellow and conducted over 30 admission interviews for the full time program, including for the Booth Scholars program (deferred admission for undergrad students). Additionally, once accepted, I advised colleagues and friends on the MBA process from school selection to applications to interviews.

Welcome to my profile! I've got an MBA from INSEAD and a Bachelor's in Computer Science from Nanyang Technological University. Spent some quality time at McKinsey & Company as an Engagement Manager, diving deep into strategic consulting and solving all sorts of puzzles. Beyond wrangling spreadsheets and crafting killer PowerPoint decks, I've also got a knack for coaching MBA applicants. Helping them ace interviews and spin tales that make admissions teams sit up and take notice is my jam. If you're gearing up for the MBA admissions marathon and want some tailored advice to really stand out, let's connect!