ERROR IN HBS APP
Dear all
I need some advice for a make-or-break situation.
There is an error/inconsistency in my app.
I was basically selected for something big, and was one amongst only 20 selected out of around 1500 employees. I've stated this correctly under achievements. In my resume however i have stated it as one amongst 20 selected out of around 1000. 1500 is actually correct, 1000 is an oversight. But seeing two diff nos might get ad com thinking I've tried to cook up data etc, whereas it is a genuine careless mistake.
Should I write to adcom and clarify that it is just a careless mistake? I can get an official mail from my org to substantiate that 1500 is correct.
Please do share your views. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks
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Dear tanyaindia,
Errors do happen...we are all human. However, I certainly understand your apprehension. I would encourage you to email the HBS admissions office that there is typo on your resume. While HBS has generally not allowed you to update your application after it has been submitted, I do think you should inform them of the typo, what it is, and include a revised resume. Better to feel you have done all you can to rectify the situation than always wonder if it had some impact on your candidacy.
Good luck,
Lisa
Errors do happen...we are all human. However, I certainly understand your apprehension. I would encourage you to email the HBS admissions office that there is typo on your resume. While HBS has generally not allowed you to update your application after it has been submitted, I do think you should inform them of the typo, what it is, and include a revised resume. Better to feel you have done all you can to rectify the situation than always wonder if it had some impact on your candidacy.
Good luck,
Lisa
