Preparing for the mba application process - lesson 3
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Preparing for the MBA Application Process Lesson 3: Know Your School’s Values
Each MBA Program Has Unique Core Values
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Question the status quo Students always Confidence without attitude Beyond yourself
Example: UC Berkeley’s “Defining Principles”
MBA Programs Select Candidates that Align with their Core Values
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“Will this person fit in?” “Can this person become a good leader” “Is this person committed to our core values?”
A Successful Application Will Demonstrate Your “Fit” with the School’s Values
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Value: Committed to Innovation
“In my previous job, I designed and developed a new order management system to help the customer better track inventory. This innovative process saves the customer millions of dollars every year.”
Value: Selfless
“In my spare time I help tutor students in a low-income neighborhood. After school, I want to start an education company that focuses on helping students in low-income areas.”
Lesson Structure
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Before the lesson you will prepare a list of the core values for one of your target MBA programs. During the lesson you will discuss the values with your teacher: (10 minutes) – Review each of the core values. (15 minutes) – For each value, spend 3 – 5 minutes discussing how your background, education, and interests are a fit with the value. Use specific examples where possible.
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