Some people may want to use the following list as a springboard as they develop their own ideas for their MBA Essay. You can browse the questions below without a specific structure in mind and see what results from a free-association process. On the other hand, some people prefer to have more guidance as they brainstorm, and for those people we have ordered and grouped the questions into a logical structure.
Each subtopic begins with a series of questions and then an explanation of their potential relevance to the big picture. You may find that some of the questions actually appear on your applications, but our purpose now is more to spark ideas than to think about specific essays.
Long- and Short-Term Goals
*What draws you to business in general?
*What is your ultimate ambition?
*What short-term goals will help you to fulfill your long-term vision?
*Describe what your ideal job position would involve.
*What industries interest you the most, and why?
*Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten years?
*How can this academic program help you to reach your goals?
*What attracts you to...