![]() ![]() In this question, the Yale SOM adcom is truly interested in the quality of your thinking and your curious nature, not just how advantageously you can portray your existing interests. They appreciate people who are open to intellectual exploration and find interest in the world around them. Why? Think about Yale SOM’s intellectual dimension. Just picking some random statistic that you really did find shocking when you heard it might be a bit scary for an MBA essay. Or that will show some distinctive area of knowledge or experience you possess. You might at first reasonably think that you should choose a statistic strategically linked to your career goals in some way. What actions could be taken to address this challenge? (500 words maximum) In discussing how the program will benefit you, be specific: describe what skills and knowledge you seek, and how the program will provide it.Ģ. This part of the question aligns with Yale’s holistic perspective and is important for fit. Most people will, understandably and appropriately, devote more space to the professional goals. Obviously, if they’re not connected to professional goals, then they must be a separate section. If they are, you can either weave them into one overall goals discussion or separate them out. They may or may not be connected to your professional goals. These can be personal growth areas and/or explorations you wish to make for personal interest. The question has an interesting twist in also asking about your personal goals. Put more detail on the roles you plan immediately post-MBA and the several years following longer-term goals need less detail, but they still should present a clear direction. In describing your goals at any given point, indicate why you are taking that step or pursuing that role. You can then naturally move on to your future goals. ![]() You may want to start by discussing your current career situation to set the context, and clarify how the MBA education will enable you to achieve your immediate goals in your current role. How will the Yale MBA for Executives program help you achieve your personal and professional goals? (500 words maximum) These efforts should inform your essays and will help you convey fit.ġ. Carefully review the website, read the blog, and, if possible, interact with the adcom by visiting the school, and/or attending an info session, and/or obtaining the offered pre-assessment. ![]() Yale SOM’s Executive MBA is relatively new, but it fully reflects the character of the SOM and more broadly of Yale University: intensive community, holistic perspective, intellectual vigor, and real-world engagement and impact. ![]()
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