Most MBA applicants would agree: the admissions interview can be the most intimidating part of the admissions process. It’s face-to-face with the one person standing between you and your dream school – with nowhere to run, nowhere to hide.
And interviewers are not always warm and welcoming. Part of their technique is to avoid giving positive reinforcement to the applicant just to see how they handle themselves under pressure.
Many times you don’t even know who will be interviewing you until you arrive. It might be an administrator. Or possibly a second-year student or an alumnus. They each have their own agenda and criteria in mind.
In order to have a successful interview, an applicant should come across as confident, informed and unique. While you may possess all of these qualities, convincing a total stranger that you do – all while appearing calm and collected – is a giant feat in itself.
It can be very tempting to prepare for an admissions interview using only friends’ suggestions and well-meaning advice. However, the strengths and experiences of others likely won’t resemble yours. The best bet is to engage the services of a professional.
Here at The MBA Exchange, our team of seasoned admissions experts provide far more than just friendly “tips” – our interview prep service includes:
• Proven, proprietary strategies and tactics for interview success
• Online video examples of admissions interviews performed by actual MBA students and alumni from top b-schools
• Password-protected access to a complete video library of MBA admissions interview FAQs with expert analysis
• Unlimited interview practice using our exclusive, web-based video facility featuring 25 interview scenarios
• A real-time mock interview via webcam with insightful, constructive feedback and actionable advice
An MBA admissions interview is your golden opportunity to show the b-school of your dreams that you’re more than just a resume or test score. This interaction allows the admissions committee to connect a personality to the application, and could be your key for entry to your perfect MBA program. Why not give it your very best?
