Johnson GSM Interview (cont'd)
Can you describe some of The Johnson School’s innovative curriculum
for the MBA?
The Johnson School experience includes performance learning approach,
combining theory, practice in real-world situations, and feedback from
business experts. Students in the two-year program complete immersions
during the second semester of the first year. The Accelerated MBA program
includes a management practicum and a two-week internship experience.
What opportunities do you have for students interested in
international business?
Students may study international business at the Johnson School or gain
international exposure by studying abroad. Students also participate in
short study trips during breaks. Trips this year include Bulgaria, Turkey,
Greece, China, India, Columbia, Japan, and South Korea.
Our website includes detailed information about international business
courses and opportunities for studying internationally.
Your school has several dual degree programs that combine other
degrees with the MBA. Could you tell us a bit more about them?
We offer dual degrees with the College of Engineering, the Industrial and
Labor Relations School (for human resources), the Cornell Law School, Weill
Medical College, Weill Graduate School of Medical Sciences, the Department
of Asian Studies, and the Program in Real Estate.
What advice do you have for dual degree applicants?
Dual degree applicants must apply to both programs separately. In
general, we recommend applying to both programs simultaneously to ensure the
most effective degree program planning.
Do you have any programs targeted to specific population groups, such
as women or minorities?
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the Johnson School offers a
variety of programs for women and minorities. We are very excited about
women comprising 39% of the class entering in 2008. Unique opportunities for
women at the Johnson School include participation in the Women’s Management
Council, Forte Foundation scholarships, the Women’s Power Lunch series, and
Woman2Woman recruiting events. The Johnson School Office of Diversity and
Inclusion connects with minorities applicants in partnership with Management
Leaders of Tomorrow (MLT) and during Johnson Means Business, an annual
recruiting weekend for students of color. Student clubs and organizations at
the Johnson School include the Black Graduate Business Association (BGBA)
Hispanic American Business Leaders Association (HABLA), Out for Business (LGBT)
, Joint Ventures (for partners and families), and the Veterans Club (for
military veterans).
What do you think is the best way for applicants to differentiate
themselves from the crowd?
Our best applicants provide evidence of academic excellence, career
progression, leadership potential, teamwork skills, initiative, and balance.
What do you advise a waitlisted candidate to do?
Waitlisted applicants should compare their applications with the class
profile for the most recent class. Many waitlisted candidates can improve
their applications by retaking the GMAT or providing updates about
developments professionally or personally. We also allow waitlisted
candidates to provide an additional recommendation. For those pursuing a
career change, we generally suggest developing contacts in their intended
area of interest. We also offer feedback sessions for waitlisted applicants
and provide suggestions for improving their applications.
How are re-applicants viewed by The Johnson School and how can they be
successful?
We look for improvement in applications from those reapplying.
Re-applicants must complete an additional essay addressing developments
since their previous application. They can receive admission by
demonstrating improvements and addressing weaknesses in their profiles.
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