We offer a wealth of tips and strategies across a range of topics—from application advice on Harvard or INSEAD to acing the GMAT, writing essays, navigating MBA interviews and more.
Insider Tips for The INSEAD Interview
Dec. 7th, 2021
INSEAD is among the top schools that enlist alumni to conduct MBA admissions interviews. In doing so, the Fontainebleau, France-based program strives to pair you with one alumnus of a similar profile to yours and, for diversity’s sake, another with a very different background. It’s a signal of how deeply the school values the perspective […]
How to Optimize LinkedIn: 10 Tips for MBA Applicants
Dec. 6th, 2021
It’s no secret that your social media posts are fair game to the MBA admissions committee. Nearly two-thirds of MBA admissions officers visit an applicant’s social media profiles to aid their decision-making, according to survey data from Kaplan Test Prep in 2021. Kaplan reports that 36% of admissions officers visit applicants’ social media profiles like […]
MBA Interview Prep: 7 Tips for Alumni-led Interviews
Nov. 29th, 2021
You’ve landed a coveted MBA interview… and learn it will be conducted by an alum. What can you expect in this scenario and what does it mean for how your candidacy will be conveyed? Most importantly, how should you prepare? Firstly, having an alumni-led interview is a signal the school values the perspective its grads can […]
MBA Interview Prep: 3 Key Qualities of ‘Professional Presence’
Nov. 28th, 2021
There’s an awkward coaching moment that most of us hope to avoid when preparing our clients for the MBA interview. As former senior admissions professionals at top-tier schools, my fellow MBA Admissions coaches and I are seasoned at navigating sensitive subjects while guiding candidates to convey their greatest potential as future business leaders. But anything […]
Mistakes to Avoid Before, During & After Your MBA Interview
Nov. 23rd, 2021
The MBA interview is a relational process, and the sphere of influence goes well beyond your assessor. It’s vital to recognize that every interaction before, during, and after your interview can impact your candidacy. As a coach at Fortuna Admissions, a Columbia Business School alumna, and a former recruiting lead at Deloitte Consulting, I’ve seen […]
Kellogg MBA Interview 2021-2022: What You Need to Know + 7 Tips to Prepare
Nov. 19th, 2021
Kellogg is unique in many ways, not least that it’s the only top business school that seeks to interview every candidate who applies. It’s able to attempt this feat by flexing the strength of a worldwide network of passionate alumni, who opt-in both as ambassadors for the program and messengers to its admissions committee. While […]
The Power of Giving Thanks in the MBA Admission Process
Nov. 18th, 2021
I still have the thank you note from the first student I admitted to Penn in 1990 (pictured here). It means a lot to me. Then, because it allowed me to see that I was someone that students could trust. And now, because it reminds me how powerful it is for the person across the […]
Smart Social Media for MBA Applicants: 5 Essential Tips
Nov. 10th, 2021
Like it or not, a projection of you lives online—even if you’re not engaged with its active curation. Which is why business schools, just like job recruiters, examine your social media presence. They want confidence that your personal and professional identities are consistent with the profile presented in your resume and application. It means […]
Common Reasons to Retake the GMAT: Tips & Strategy
Nov. 9th, 2021
All MBA candidates hope the GMAT exam will be a “one-shot deal,” but the fact is, many test-takers end up retaking the GMAT. If you’ve spent any time on GMAT forums or the MBA subreddit, you’ve probably seen countless posts by test-takers soliciting advice on whether to retake the test. If you’re wondering whether retaking the […]
How to Prep for the Virtual MBA Interview: 7 Tips for Video
Nov. 2nd, 2021
Most MBA interviews are staying virtual again this year, and your strategy must adapt accordingly. Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, Wharton, INSEAD and Berkeley Haas are among the top schools that confirmed that all MBA admissions interviews will be conducted online. (View Fortuna’s MBA Interview Tips for essential strategy and advice specific to your target […]
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