Harvard, Stanford, Wharton - MBA Application Tips
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Publicado 2021-08-27
00:00 Introduction
01:42 GPA / GMAT
04:34 TOEFL / IELTS
05:44 GMAT Why & How to prepare
09:16 CV
11:45 Letters of Recommendation
16:07 Essays
20:01 Application Forms
23:45 Interview
30:42 Thank you
GPA/GMAT:
Magoosh GMAT: gmat.magoosh.com/invite/486EGA
Magoos TOEFL: toefl.magoosh.com/invite/486EGA
Official Prep: gmatofficialprep.mba.com/SarasExamPrep#/home
TOEFL Speaking (free): www.toeflresources.com/speaking-section/toefl-spea…
TOEFL Writing (free): www.toeflresources.com/writing-section/toefl-writi…
TOEFL Speaking (free): www.prepscholar.com/toefl/blog/toefl-speaking-temp…
GMAT Forum (free): gmatclub.com/
For Military, under represented minorities & women: www.admitmeaccess.com/ (reduced price for applicant lab & free magoosh)
CV:
Dartmouth Tips: mba.tuck.dartmouth.edu/cdo-news/Resume%20Guide%202…
Harvard Tips: www.cnbc.com/2019/07/10/an-example-of-the-perfect-…
General CV Tips: careerprotocol.com/format-mba-resume/
MIT CV Tips: cdn.cdo.mit.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/67/2020/1…
Letter of Recommendation:
Stanford Tips on Letters: www.gsb.stanford.edu/programs/mba/admission/applic…
Kirsten Moss (Stanford GSB): • Tips on Letters of Reference
Tips for Letters: careerprotocol.com/awesome-recommendations/
Essays:
applicantlab.refr.cc/lukashaffer1
Book Tip on Application: tianheedu.com/upfile/download/sqgl/201308/20130805…
HBS essay collection: harbus.org/product/harbus-mba-essay-guide-2020/
HBS essays 1 (free): poetsandquants.com/2017/08/30/three-hbs-applicants…
Essay Examples: poetsandquants.com/2017/10/12/84799/?pq-category=s…
HBS essays 2 (free): blog.accepted.com/sample-essay-from-admitted-hbs-s…
Application Forms:
applicantlab.refr.cc/lukashaffer1
Interview:
applicantlab.refr.cc/lukashaffer1
Hard Questions: www.clearadmit.com/mba-admissions-tips/seven-harde…
Common questions: www.accepted.com/mba/questions
Tough Questions: poetsandquants.com/2020/10/09/10-tough-mba-intervi…
Virtual setup: techcrunch.com/2020/05/13/how-to-create-the-best-a…
poetsandquants.com/tag/fridays-with-sandy/
• Fridays With Sandy: MBA Mock Intervie...
SUMMARY: GPA & GMAT
- Don't cry over a low GPA
- Focus on the GMAT, to reach the score you want / need
- Use an online tool (such as magoosh) to study efficiently
SUMMARY: CV
- Leverage templates to make your CV comparable (see MIT, HBS, …)
- Use simple language to explain what you did, why it was a problem & whythe results were so impressive.
- Context helps the adcom understand your impact in your organization
SUMMARY: LETTERS
- Choose people who like you and can tell great stories about you (titles matter less)
- Ask them in person & explain why the letter matters (it takes time!)
- Send them briefing material (notes, Kirsten's video & links to example)
SUMMARY: ESSAYS
- Create a clear, distinct brand that an adcom member can pitch you as
- Use the essay to fill that brand with life (e.g., backstory or specific future vision)
- Get inspired by other essays (found online or in the Harbus essay guide)
SUMMARY: APP FORMS
- Every business school is different, but your brand stays the same.
- Highlight school specifics e.g., classes or strengths (also important for essays!)
- Tell the truth – always!
SUMMARY: INTERVIEWS
- Congratulations: your chances are 40-60% to get into b-school at this point
- Preparation is key – take a list of possible questions and note down bullet points, then do mock interviews with friends
- Be yourself: take the interview as a cool conversation – just don't brag
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Todos los comentarios (21)
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One of the best video explaining the process till now ... Super crystal clear ... Never got so point to point answers. ... Thanks man ...
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Just looked at your LinkedIn profile, gosh your resume is intimidating (in a good way).
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Such a concisely put video. Very informative, loved the quick summary points in the end. Thank you very much for explaining everything so patiently and coherently. Not many Ivy school admission process with quality content are available on YouTube. Congratulations on getting accepted and wish you a very successful future ahead.
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I've watched bunch of videos on this topic and this video was in another league. Thank you so so so much🥺 Helped a lot.
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Such a great video Lukas, so many of my questions got answered and you look like a great human too❤
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Congratulations for your acceptance !You deserve a million like button on this great helpful video!!
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Wow most informative MBA admissions video I have seen!! Thank you so much :)
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Great and detailed explanations! Very helpful - not only for MBA applications! Thanks for the inspiration bro! ;) Have fun in Stanford!
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Great video! Very helpful. Fun idea with the Philips Hue Iris, looks great. One idea for more traction on YouTube: There are lots of similar videos, so adding a "in 2021" might boost your video even more!
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Thanks a lot for explaining all the MBA application nuances in a simple way.
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grateful that i have the access to this video thankyou so much for this video man! hope u luck and i have subscribed to you :)
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Thank you so much for the amazingly informative video. It encapsulated almost all the aspects of the MBA application journey very succinctly. I have completed my first part of the journey ( GMAT) and am currently researching schools. Your tips are indeed very useful. Thanks again and best wishes for an enriching and enlightening stint @ Stanford
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Those who have heard every single word this person's suggestion must not have any doubt that why he was able to crack multiple top b-schools in the world where many of us fail to get even one of them. Thanks a lot Lukas every piece of advice was gold in this video. Heartiest congratulations Lukas for this great achievement. God bless Cheers...!✌🏼
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THank you and wish you luck in your personal and professional life! Very useful and interesting information! Thank you
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Thanks very much Lucas. Your video has been very helpful. I had fears earlier in attempting to apply for MBA in Stanford Business School. The reason is I don’t have any mind blowing working experience or achievement. After watching the video, I have gained some motivation to give my best in applying for the school with the little things I have contributed to. I can imagine how my entire life will change for the better if I should qualify and gain admission. I hope to share my success story one day .
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Great video! Would love to see those detailed videos for all the schools you got in and your GPA, GMAT scores as well. Looking forward to it :)
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Thank you for great resource recommendations!
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Really helpful video Lukas, thank you so much!
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Excellent. Sincere and meticulous ❤
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You are awesome! Keep going, man!
