Applying to an MBA program takes a lot of hard work, thought, and consideration. In fact, J.D. Clarke, Ivey’s Executive Director of Masters Programs Recruitment and Admissions, says the process can start as early as two years before you actually fill out the application.
Clarke has seen his fair share of applicants, and knows what separates an average application from an extraordinary one. In The Globe and Mail, he shares five tips on crafting a strong MBA application.
- Be curious.
- Know why you’re applying.
- Be informed.
- Be authentic.
- Don’t rule yourself out.
