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That makes sense, thank you. The thing is all my quantifiable accomplishments are listed on my resume and simply restating them in the cover letter would seem pointless, unless I can choose one and somehow expand it by going into details. The impact that I stated in the cover letter shows how how my...

by BruceLee

Tue Aug 10, 2010 11:59 am
Forum: Ask mbaMission
Topic: MIT Sloan cover letter
Replies: 9
Views: 18744

There is no hard and fast structure for cover letters. As you mentioned, I think it is important to mention your past accomplishments and key stories of personal and professional development. In some cases bullet points help with organizing these, but sometimes a couple of paragraphs are fine, too....

by BruceLee

Sat Aug 07, 2010 7:04 am
Forum: Ask mbaMission
Topic: MIT Sloan cover letter
Replies: 9
Views: 18744

I have 3.2 GPA. Do you guys think I should use 1 of 2 optional essays to discuss me mediocre grades? Thanks

by BruceLee

Sun Aug 01, 2010 10:40 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: HBS 2011 Applicants
Replies: 68
Views: 21593

Any tips on how to structure the cover letter? I briefly told the story of how I got to where I am today, while highlighting my accomplishments. Am I doing it the wrong way? Are bullet points in the end a must? THANKS!

by BruceLee

Sun Aug 01, 2010 8:49 am
Forum: Ask mbaMission
Topic: MIT Sloan cover letter
Replies: 9
Views: 18744

Any tips on how to tackle the "blank page" essay? I am a reapplicant, so treating it as the last year's presentation I think is the right way to go. I just have trouble coming up with the themes of the presentation, since repeating the same themes as last year I guess would make me look la...

by BruceLee

Sun Aug 01, 2010 8:48 am
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Booth 2011 Applicants
Replies: 28
Views: 7266