B-Schooled: Get Your MBA Admit

In this replay of one of our most popular episodes, Erika is joined by Kellogg JD/MBA and fellow SBC consultant Gina for an in-depth discussion about how applicants can use the MBA application process to reflect on what they really value and what kind of work might make them truly happy.

Today we are dive into a topic on the minds of many MBA applicants: test prep for the GMAT and/or GRE. We are joined by Anthony Ritz, Stacy Blackman Consulting's Director of Test Prep, who's been a GMAT and GRE tutor for more than two decades. Anthony works with his clients to develop an individualized plan of attack for a broad range of focus areas. To give an example of this, today Anthony takes a deep dive into one area of test prep he focuses on – in this case, GRE vocabulary prep – and shares a range of specific suggestions, tips and proven test prep strategies. If you are curious about GRE vocabulary test prep – or any individualized test prep plan – this podcast is for you.

It's a question that haunts all MBA applicants: How do I stand out? What's special about me? What makes me unique? This episode offers several ideas for how to understand what you have to offer an MBA program that no one else can.

This episode covers how to make the most of the data form—or the actual online application itself—and why you shouldn't underestimate its importance. We'll cover: Optional fields Common questions applicants have about confusing fields and dropdowns The awards section(s) How you can use the data form fields to strengthen your candidacy (This is a replay of episode 21.)

Learn how to effectively structure your MBA essays using the hero's journey framework. Focusing on goals, problem, solution, and impact when crafting your MBA essay. The importance of emotional intelligence in MBA applicants. Discover the importance of authenticity and clear motivation in your MBA application. Gain insights from Stephen King on the art of writing.

Learn how to tackle your main MBA essay and showcase your identity, passion, and purpose. Discover the transformative journey of self-discovery through the application process. Explore the influence of Joseph Campbell's storytelling on essay writing. Use personal experiences to make a larger point about yourself and showcase vulnerability. Follow the path of the hero and continue your journey of self-discovery.

At SBC we work with an increasing number of applicants interested in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion – either because they are personally passionate about these topics, see DEI as a possible post-MBA career path, or both. If you are interested in Diversity, Equity, and/or Inclusion this is the ABSOLUTELY the podcast for you. This episode includes all of the following (and more): Tips for DEI-focused applicants applying to MBA programs Suggestions about making the most of your MBA experience Thoughts on how best to advance DEI efforts after graduation For this episode host Chandler Arnold welcomes not one but two special guests: Julye Williams, founder of the Project 2043 initiative (www.project2043.com) and Keauna Mason who has championed DEI efforts at Facebook/Meta, the Boston Consulting Group, and a range of other companies. We hope you enjoy this helpful and inspiring conversation.

MPG, a former Assistant Director of Admissions and adcom member at Darden -- who's now on the SBC admissions consulting team -- shares insight into UVA's Darden School of Business and its surrounding Charlottesville community.

Your resume is perhaps the single most important part of your application materials. This episode (a replay of episode 16 from August 12, 2020) covers how to maximize that one precious page.

Looking back on 15+ years of helping applicants with their own MBA applications, host Chandler Arnold shares a Top Ten List of things he wishes he had known when starting his own MBA application. Part One of this podcast covers tips related to vulnerability in essays, resisting the urge to present yourself as a "typical" MBA applicant, special tips for reaching out to current students and alums, interview prep, and other topics.