That's a good question and, as Helen points out, it does to some extent depend on the program. Most top schools typically require interviews before offering admission; so, in effect, it acts as a second cut. Your interview might be with an alum of the program or it may be with an admissions officer. Interviews with alums can very uneven in the sense that some alums are better interviewers than others.
A more interesting question to me is: are you worried about having to interview? Is there something in particular that concerns you? Remember that MBA interviews are almost NEVER "hostile" interviews like you might get at an I-bank or consulting firm where they want to see how you react to an effort to push you around a bit (hint: push back firmly but graciously). They are really interested in getting to know you and your reasons for going to business school; it's a lot about fit and consistency and poise.
Good luck and please let me know if I can answer any more of your questions.
Paxton
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Paxton
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