MBA Admissions

Applying to an MBA program is a complex process that carries on even after the application has been submitted. Knowing how to wait for the next steps up until the final admissions decision is just as important as the actual crafting of the application.

Harvard Business School (HBS) Managing Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Chad Losee launched an Application Tips series on his blog earlier this month.

Average MBA applications per program have increased by 10% and average enrollments per program have risen by 24% since 2015, offering yet another indication that MBA programs are drawing more aspirants.

The MBA admission process is a lengthy one. Most internationally recognized and highly-ranked business schools have several admission rounds throughout the year as well as an indicative timeline for assessing your application. They also have a list of requirements that all applicants need to complete in order to be eligible for admission to their program. These prerequisites, as well as your choice of MBA program to apply to, should be prepared carefully and punctually if you wish to make your application a success.

The MBA admissions decision all applicants dream of is “admitted” or “admitted with a scholarship”. However, the letter informing you of the AdComs decision can bring you news of a different type, such as “waitlisted”, “conditionally admitted” or “declined admission”. Always aiming for the best, you should come up with a winning strategy for each scenario.

Follow our expert tips and find out how to improve your self-study strategy.

Impressing modern-day admissions officers involves excellent online communication skills, in addition to meeting all eligibility requirements.

Communication channels have evolved and multiplied in recent years, making it important to know how to impress admissions officers by using proper digital etiquette. Just as you would not want to use your mobile phone if you were sitting at an admissions officer’s desk, neither would you do so during a video chat session with that same officer.

Scholarships have established themselves as the largest business degree funding source, overtaking savings, loans and employer support, the Financial Times has reported.