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Why Stanford MBA Sample Essay - Private Equity (394 Words)

First Section: The applicant starts with an interesting experience of working with two contrasting experiences. One working for a CEO, who was bold and took on the competitors with zest, and the other who kept a low-profile but worked on the fundamentals and the strategic goals. The difference in outcome is cited as a motivation for leadership development.

Second Section:
Stanford’s leadership courses, labs and the unique skills of recognizing intention is mentioned as vital for making deals.

Third Section: An example from the applicant’s career where he showed vulnerability and the mentorship he received is cited as a moment of clarity. The applicant cites a Stanford professor in PE for his unique background and the lessons he expects to receive from the practitioner.

Fourth Section: The fourth section is tied to Finance and the specific value the applicant would receive from the courses in the academic area.

Fifth Section: The applicant ends the essay by highlighting a habit that has helped him gain a unique advantage in breaking down complex concepts. By starting a Stanford MBA club, he hopes to share the process with his cohorts.

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Sample Why Stanford MBA: Accounting to Private Equity (394 Words)

Working for X – an enterprising CEO, who had a pulse on the latest fashion, technology, and retail trends, helped me understand how a bold thought transforms from a vision to a plan to a financially feasible business model. As an accounting intern, to support X’s chutzpah to conquer markets, I had to quickly learn about the nuanced differences in regulation, accounting principles and financial planning in telecom, movies, digital and FinTech industries. Later, while working with Y, a low-profile leader with equal ambition, I realized the importance of working on the fundamentals in delivering strategic goals.

X declared bankruptcy and Y is on a path to lead the telecom market. Leadership made the difference.


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F1GMAT's Stanford MBA Essay Guide

Essay A: What matters most to you, and why? (650 Words)

Essay B: Why Stanford? (350 Words)

Optional Question: Think about times you’ve created a positive impact, whether in professional, extracurricular, academic, or other settings. What was your impact? What made it significant to you or to others? (600 Words) (200 words – each example)

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