An MBA elevator pitch is a 30–60 second answer to the question “So, tell me about yourself.” It should introduce who you are, what you care about, and why you’re pursuing an MBA — in a way that feels natural, confident, and memorable. Prepare by clarifying your goals for the conversation, then tailor your pitch
Tell me about yourself: 5 Tips for Your MBA Elevator Pitch Read More »
The best MBA programs in the US consistently recognized for global excellence include: These leading programs, often topping US MBA rankings, are distinguished by their influential networks, cutting-edge research, and exceptional career outcomes, positioning the United States as home to many of the world’s premier business schools. To learn more about what sets these elite
What are the Best MBA Programs in the US for 2025-26? Read More »
Yale SOM MBA essays stand out for their emphasis on action and authenticity. Instead of asking what you believe, Yale wants to understand how you’ve lived your values – through the decisions you’ve made and the behaviors you’ve demonstrated. The Yale SOM application requires just one essay, with three options for the essay prompts. All
Yale SOM MBA Essay: Strategy & Tips for 2025-26 Read More »
The Lauder Institute application asks you to write two essays that reveal why Lauder is the right fit for you, and how you will engage with and enrich its global community. The first essay invites you to explain why you are applying, how your background aligns with your chosen concentration, and how you see yourself
Lauder Essays: Strategy & Tips for 2025-26 Read More »
You’ve logged long hours at work to keep clients happy, agonized over essays, juggled GMAT study sessions amid competing priorities, and exhausted loved ones with your near-obsessive commitment to perfecting your business school application. Finally, you’ve hit submit. Now what? First, congratulations – what an enormous accomplishment! DO stop to celebrate this huge milestone, you
What To Do Now That You’ve Submitted Your MBA Application Read More »
Part of the venerated trinity known as HSW (Harvard/ Stanford GSB/ Wharton), and a place in Wharton’s incoming class is more competitive than ever. Last year, the application volume rose to a new record of 7,338 candidates vying for one of the 897 seats in the Class of 2023. But that’s no surprise. The evolutions
How to Get Into Wharton: Guide To Enter Wharton MBA Program Read More »
Would it help my MBA admissions chances if I secured a recommendation letter from the President of the United States? As hypothetical as it sounds, we fielded this question from a prospective candidate during the Obama administration. While it was a subject of much discussion among our coaches at Fortuna Admissions, ultimately, we advised against
Tips For MBA Recommendations: Does Prestige Matter and Mistakes to Avoid Read More »
Investing in an MBA will pay great dividends. On average, those who earn an MBA at one of the world’s premier schools will also double their pre-MBA salary within three years. It’s also one of the largest financial outlays you’ll ever make, and it comes with the added cost of foregoing your annual salary. That’s
MBA Financial Aid: Maximize Your Resources Read More »
The video statement isn’t only a challenge – it’s a valuable opportunity to bring your application to life. More business schools are adopting a video component in their applications than ever before. This year, the MIT video statement went from optional to mandatory, and last year Rotman, Yale and INSEAD adopted the practice. While programs have different
How to Ace Your MBA Video Questions Read More »
By: Shannon Vasconcelos, guest writer and Director of College Finance, College Coach If you’re considering a post-MBA career in the public sector, you may have heard about the prospect of loan forgiveness. Enticing as this may sound, the hard truth is that most MBA recipients will, in fact, need to repay their student loans due
How to Get Your MBA Loans Forgiven Read More »