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.
Columbia MBA Essay Tips (2025-26)
Jun. 5th, 2025
The Columbia MBA essays ask you to explore your career goals, your leadership style, and your commitment to the CBS community. As a CBS alum, a former Adcom and now admissions coach, I love seeing how candidates use these essays to showcase not just what they’ve done, but who they are and how they’ll show […]
Berkeley Haas MBA Essays & Video Essay Question: Strategy & Tips
Jun. 5th, 2025
Success on the 2025-26 Berkeley Haas MBA essays requires introspection, clarity, and a deep understanding of how your experiences and goals align with the Haas MBA experience. From the uniquely personal video essay on what makes you feel alive, to the classic career goals question, to the powerful “distance traveled” prompt, each component is designed […]
MBA Rankings: How to Use Them Without Being Misled
Apr. 30th, 2025
Each year, as MBA admissions season heats up, a familiar flurry of headlines appears: Wharton claims the #1 spot, Stanford tumbles, Haas breaks into the top 10. From U.S. News and Financial Times to Bloomberg and QS, MBA rankings are everywhere – clickable, quotable, and often confusing. It’s easy to assume rankings can shortcut your […]
INSEAD MBA Application Essays: How To Tackle The New Essay Questions
Mar. 24th, 2025
With multiple essay questions totaling 2,000 words, the INSEAD MBA application is one of the most comprehensive among top business schools. And that’s not including the optional “anything else?” question. If you’re feeling a little daunted, you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: this level of depth actually works in your favor. As INSEAD’s […]
Stanford GSB Class Profile: Deep Dive Into Who Really Gets In
Mar. 10th, 2025
Stanford Graduate School of Business has long stood as a beacon for innovation, excellence, and transformative leadership. As the most selective MBA program on the planet, Stanford GSB attracts thousands of highly accomplished candidates each year—but only a few hundred secure a coveted spot. At Fortuna Admissions, we have conducted our own analysis that goes […]
Emerging Trends in Business Education
Feb. 3rd, 2025
The MBA landscape is evolving rapidly, reflecting critical trends in business education that are reshaping how future leaders are trained. Today’s MBA is about preparing for a world defined by technology, rapidly shifting career trajectories, and an increased emphasis on sustainability. For prospective students, understanding these changes can help you choose the right program and […]
Duke Fuqua Interview Questions: Tips for Success and Key Dates
Nov. 14th, 2024
Duke Fuqua offers two options for completing your MBA interview: An on-campus interview in Durham An off-campus or virtual interview Regardless of the format you choose, all Duke Fuqua MBA interviews are valued equally. On-campus interviews are held on designated dates. If you choose this option, you will receive a link to sign up for […]
Wharton Team Based Discussion (TBD) Tips and Strategy
Oct. 28th, 2024
Invitations for the Wharton Team Based Discussion are out, and the 2024 prompt asks participants to design an Impact Community committed to meaningful global change. Now is the time to start preparing your pitch. The Wharton MBA interview is distinctive among the M7 interview landscape for its virtual Team Based Discussion. This dynamic, relational experience is […]
Dartmouth Tuck MBA Interview: Questions, Tips and Strategies
Oct. 21st, 2024
Dartmouth Tuck is truly a unique MBA program. It’s defined by a tight-knit community, enthusiastic alumni, an intense and rigorous core curriculum. Other distinctinve features include its small and rural location and commitment to the two-year residential MBA program. I can attest from a decade of experience leading Tuck’s careers services team how hard the […]
Tips for Writing the HBS Post-Interview Reflection
Oct. 17th, 2024
The HBS Post-Interview Reflection is a distinctive element of the Harvard MBA evaluation process, and you’ll have just 24 hours to submit it to the Admissions Committee after your interview. At first blush, this might feel like a timed version of the essay question HBS has used for years: “What more would you like us […]
Tackling Imperial College Business School Essays
Oct. 16th, 2024
Imperial College Business School’s essays are a chance to showcase your individual attributes and motivations, and your fit for Imperial’s globally-renowned MBA program. As you work on your essays, it’s crucial to align your responses with the school’s expectations but also to let your personality shine through. The essays ask not just about your professional […]
NYU Stern MBA Interview: Ace the Questions with Expert Tips
Oct. 14th, 2024
NYU Stern School of Business, nestled in the vibrant heart of New York City, is renowned for its rigorous academic environment, innovative curriculum and global perspective. Stern defines itself as a driver of change and transformation, so the program is looking for candidates who envision, embrace, orchestrate and drive change in business and in the world. […]
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