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James- It might be interesting for people to hear what you liked best about UCLA- what is the best kept secret there? How helpful were they in the process of working for Microsoft? What was your favorite thing to do at UCLA? It’s difficult for me to successfully depict my experience at UCLA Ander...

by MBAreapplicant84

Thu Dec 22, 2016 2:40 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Thoughts from a recent UCLA Anderson grad
Replies: 2
Views: 2004

Can I get some help please? Hi Gunther, Just want to make sure I understand. You were accepted to the EMBA programs at all three school correct? If that is the case, I don't have any solid pieces of advice. I know that Anderson at-large, has fantastic professors, great network, and an incredibly su...

by MBAreapplicant84

Wed Dec 21, 2016 4:32 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Usc vs ucla vs Pepperdine Emba
Replies: 5
Views: 3106

All, I have been accepted to all three schools and have been racking my brain to try to decide and was looking for some advice. Franlkly, all three schools feel like they fit in different ways. All three have their drawbacks to me. The students at usc were outstanding. I could really feel the colla...

by MBAreapplicant84

Fri Dec 16, 2016 1:57 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Usc vs ucla vs Pepperdine Emba
Replies: 5
Views: 3106

Thoughts from a recent UCLA Anderson grad

Hi BeattheGMAT world, My name is James Huntington. I am a 2016 graduate from UCLA Anderson. I am currently working at Microsoft as a Digital and Content Marketing Manager. I know how tough the application process can be, in fact, it was so tough for me, I needed to go through a couple cycles of it. ...

by MBAreapplicant84

Fri Dec 16, 2016 12:21 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Thoughts from a recent UCLA Anderson grad
Replies: 2
Views: 2004

Hi Jon,

Thanks for the advice! I will let you know what I decide.

Thanks,
MBAreapplicant84

by MBAreapplicant84

Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:01 am
Forum: Ask Admissionado
Topic: Anderson or Darden?
Replies: 2
Views: 1500

Anderson, Darden, or Tepper?

Hello, I am looking for some opinions and advice. I have a little dilemma, albeit a good dilemma. I have recently been accepted to Anderson, Darden, and Tepper. I received about a quarter tuition scholarship to Anderson, nothing at the other two schools. There are aspects of each program that I real...

by MBAreapplicant84

Sat Mar 29, 2014 5:08 pm
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Anderson, Darden, or Tepper?
Replies: 1
Views: 2024

Anderson or Darden?

Hi Jon, I have always respected you opinion on the admissions process, essays, etc. I have a little dilemma, albeit a good dilemma. I have recently been accepted to Anderson, Darden, and Tepper. I received about a quarter tuition scholarship to Anderson, nothing at the other two schools. There are a...

by MBAreapplicant84

Sat Mar 29, 2014 5:07 pm
Forum: Ask Admissionado
Topic: Anderson or Darden?
Replies: 2
Views: 1500

Question about applying through the Consortium

Hello, Just wanted to get an expert opinion. I am applying to Darden, Tepper, and Anderson in round two. I have worked with Junior Achievement for over a year now and am thinking about applying through the Consortium. As a non-URM (I am Japanese), would I have a better shot not applying through the ...

by MBAreapplicant84

Mon Dec 16, 2013 9:44 am
Forum: Research MBA Programs
Topic: Question about applying through the Consortium
Replies: 0
Views: 1177

Waitlisted at Sloan... Need advice

Hi Jon, I am a huge fan of the feedback that you give and really respect your thoughts and opinions. You have previously reviewed my profile, http://www.beatthegmat.com/profile-review-710-gmat-5-years-experience-t263285.html#677532. I was recently notified that I was waitlist at Sloan. I have not ye...

by MBAreapplicant84

Thu Nov 21, 2013 3:37 pm
Forum: Ask Admissionado
Topic: Waitlisted at Sloan... Need advice
Replies: 3
Views: 1296

Kellogg 2Y MBA vs. MMM

Hello, I am interested in Kellogg's MMM program, it seems to fit perfectly with my short and long-term career goals. I have a lot of experience in operations, but don't have an engineering background. Does anyone know what the acceptance rate of the MMM program is compared to the traditional MBA? Th...

by MBAreapplicant84

Wed Sep 25, 2013 11:36 am
Forum: Ask an MBA Admissions Consultant
Topic: Kellogg 2Y MBA vs. MMM
Replies: 0
Views: 3571

Recommender Advice

Hello, I recently asked a former supervisor at my current job for a recommendation for b-school. He asked me if I would write it and then he could just take a look and see if it was ok. I didn't feel comfortable with that, so I decided to turn down the offer. So, here is my dilemma, I am currently i...

by MBAreapplicant84

Fri Aug 23, 2013 7:14 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Recommender Advice
Replies: 1
Views: 1042

Thanks for that insight Bhavik!

by MBAreapplicant84

Mon Jul 29, 2013 6:06 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Advice on Sloan's Essays
Replies: 5
Views: 1607
by MBAreapplicant84

Sun Jul 28, 2013 7:55 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Advice on Sloan's Essays
Replies: 5
Views: 1607

Advice on Sloan's Essays

Hello, Just wanted to get some thoughts. Here is Sloan's first essay prompt, "The mission of the MIT Sloan School of Management is to develop principled, innovative leaders who improve the world and generate ideas that advance management practice. Discuss how you will contribute toward advancin...

by MBAreapplicant84

Sat Jul 27, 2013 8:37 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Advice on Sloan's Essays
Replies: 5
Views: 1607