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How Samir Got Into MIT Sloan, Part 2 - Exit Interview
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Beat The GMAT, Mar 31, 2010
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDw9_Jh-tfk[/youtube]
Last week I shared Part 1 of my exit interview with Samir (click here to see it), a Beat The GMAT member who recently got admitted to MIT Sloan. Today I will be sharing Part 2 of our interview, where we discuss details about his Sloan interview, words of wisdom for future applicants, and other good stuff.
Here are some notes from Part 2 of this exit interview:
(0:27) Describe your Sloan interview experience.
- I did a hub interview in downtown San Francisco with a member of the Sloan Adcom
- It felt just like a job interview in my opinion
- Sloan is pretty transparent on what to expect in the interview. They actually give you a guide that describes their Behavioral Event Interview style and what they are looking for
- Also, the interviewer has read your essays and knows your background inside and out so they come prepared with carefully thought questions
- In order to prepare, I basically had a good friend of mine do a couple of mock interviews with me. That being said, I think its important not to over prepare. You want to go in relaxed and try to have fun with it
(1:56) Do you think that there was a single, dominant factor that got you admitted?
- I dont think theres ever a single factor that gets someone admitted into business school
- Its a combination of stats (ie. GPA and GMAT), work experience, demonstrated knowledge and enthusiasm for the program and what your goals are
(3:15) What do you plan to do after Sloan?
- Like I mentioned earlier, I would like to lead a technology based venture from idea to IPO. I know it sounds lofty but you have to have confidence in yourself and shoot for the stars sometimes
(3:42) What wisdom would you like to impart to future business school applicants?
- Applying to business school is an emotional rollercoaster. You have to deal with sweet victories and dismal defeat
- Whatever you do, try to stay calm and confident and dont get discouraged if things dont go exactly as expected
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