Sample LBS MBA Essay: Post-MBA Goals (Technology to FinTech Consulting)
In the first example, we look at the career profile of a Technologist who had worked closely with Investment Banks (IB) while implementing a FinTech solution.
NYU Stern Sample Essays(494 Words) (Consulting)
In this example, we look at the life story of a Technologist, who has found recognition as a leader and as a professional by exercising his superior listening skills. The pattern of listening to peer’s problems began at school and then in college through the candidate’s leadership role. The habit of finding the problem not obvious to the general crowd became an advantage when he found the ‘real reasons’ for the client’s frequent change requests.
Sample NYU Stern Goals Essay (498 Words) (Finance)
In this example, the applicant shares how his passion for math sparked an interest in Finance and a career with Goldman Sachs. Although aware of the career path – short-term and long-term with the current role, the applicant cites a transformation that is happening in the industry as a major motivator to upgrade his skills.
Sample Ross MBA Essay: Out of Comfort zone (YouTube Videos)
Prompt 2: I am out of my comfort zone when
Before you articulate how you came out of the comfort zone, understand what the term means. If you are working on a project where the tasks have become routine, with low to no pressure and there are few incentives to take the risk, then you are in your comfort zone.
Two traits define comfort zone: anxiety and skills.
I was humbled when I (Sample Ross MBA Essay)
Prompt 1: I was humbled when
When the phrase starts with “I was humbled when” most applicants will skip it. They don’t have the emotional intelligence to look at the essay objectively. The essay is a rephrased, “when was the last time you failed.”
Example 1: Losing a Client
Sample Ross MBA Essay: Made a Difference (Non-Profit)
Ross values volunteering and extra-curricular activities. If you have more than two active volunteering experience, use this question for highlighting both or offering context on the challenges, setbacks, and change that you brought about with one active volunteering.
The applicant in the example addresses the complexity of sanitation and enabling behavioral changes. With the emphasis on infrastructure, funding, and marketing, the essay concludes with the impact the applicant had on the slums in Mumbai.
I made a difference when I (Sample Ross MBA Essay)
Prompt 2: I made a difference when I
The admission team wants to know the triggers that encourage you to make a difference. Is it intrinsic (responsibilities & challenges) or extrinsic motivation (compensation & titles)?
Another personality trait they want to measure is your ability to take initiatives.
Are you aware of your role in a team?
Do you value excellence?
What is the guiding principle that is pushing you to act?
Example #1: Consulting for a Pharma Giant
Sample Ross MBA Essay: Want People to Know (Life Philosophy)
The circumstances of your childhood, the influences of your role models, the setbacks, and the successes help you develop a life philosophy that is shareable with the admission team. Instead of sharing an outlook that has been written or shared to death – “Persistence,” “Hard work,” or “Global outlook,” choose an event that reaffirmed a unique value in you.
Sample Kellogg MBA Growth Essay: Non-Profit to Consulting (442 Words)
In the second example, we look at an applicant who has worked in a non-profit for 5 years as their Business Development/Fund-Raising Manager. Even though she had a positive impact on the lives of women and children migrating from oppressive regimes, an encounter with a Kellogg MBA Alumnus and a Technology Entrepreneur opened up ideas to upgrade her skills.
Sample Kellogg MBA Growth Essay: (Technology) (438 Words)
In the first example, we share the journey of an applicant, who has a natural inclination to find bigger opportunities. Starting as a Technologist, his keen sense of observation and listening skills, helped him earn $5mn for the company. The transition from a Technologists to a Consultant encouraged the applicant to consider Management Consulting. Kellogg MBA becomes the obvious bridge. The first half of the essay narrates the events that transitioned him to Consulting.