Articles by Fortuna Admissions

As of yesterday, Columbia’s 2018-2019 application is available, and it’s notable that CBS is debuting two new essay questions (three are required). CBS’s new #3 essay question piques our interest: “Please provide … Read More

If you’re considering business school, you’re probably aware of the substantial income boost an MBA can provide, particularly from a top program. At the same time, that future return requires a substantial up-front … Read More

This just in: Wharton announced application deadlines for the class of 2021, with R1 slated for Tuesday, September 18, 2018. Just like HBS, which recently announced its new deadlines, Wharton’s Round 2 applications … Read More

  Negotiations play a large role in the world of business, and the art of the deal will – no doubt – be a subject of much discussion during your MBA program. And while your negotiation skills will surely improve … Read More

If you’re applying to MBA programs, it’s probably not a surprise that it is a major financial commitment. Not only will you forgo two years of potential earnings, but you’ll also have to pay for accommodations, … Read More

Making good on a new year’s resolution that’s truly life-changing takes both courage and introspection. If yours is to apply for an MBA this year, you’ll also need determination and a great strategy to develop your … Read More

(Update: HBS Interview Prep is among the new special services offered by Fortuna Admissions.) Last month, Harvard Business School released interview invitations to R2 applicants. Roughly 1,600 candidates for next fall … Read More

Stanford‘s ascent to #1 in the FT Global MBA Ranking 2018 is sure to make headlines. GSB graduates are reporting remarkable salary figures—the first time a b-school has published average alumnus salary over $200k … Read More

Most applicants are too modest in their resume because they don’t want to “brag.” But taking the time to reflect, then succinctly articulate your professional value add is crucial for your business school resume. … Read More

Let’s face it: Chances are that there’s someone applying to your target school with the same job title. Applying to a top tier business school means you’ll be competing with many high-achieving wunderkinds with … Read More

Learning that your dream school has placed you on its waitlist is frustrating, and often disheartening. It certainly beats being rejected. But it’s also maddening—to be so close to your goal yet cast into the … Read More

According to legend, novelist Ernest Hemingway was challenged by fellow writers to tell a full story in six words. His response, penned in a few minutes on a bar napkin, won him $10 from each challenger: 
“For sale: … Read More

Ensure your MBA letters of recommendation are poised to tip the balance in your favor—from selecting your recommenders to preparing them to champion your candidacy. Your MBA letters of recommendation offer business … Read More

It’s no surprise that your social media posts are fair game within your business school candidacy. More than one-third of admissions officers visit applicants’ social media profiles to aid their decision-making (35% … Read More