A person’s identity is shaped by many different aspects, including family, culture, personal interests, and surrounding environments. Please share a facet of your identity or story that is essential to who you are. (300 word limit)
On the first look, this essay might seem similar to Stanford’s what matters most to you and why and also INSEAD’s motivational essay - but it is slightly different. Here the school wants to understand who you are with an example from your life.
So what could you talk about? Let's see.. are you a passionate sports person? Do you enjoy traveling? Do you relish immersing yourself in books? Are you a strong advocate for social justice? Do you strongly believe in giving back to society? Are you an outgoing person who loves to be around people? There can be many many facets to who you are! Your choice here should not only be determined by what you find essential and key to your identity but also something that helps make you stand out from other applicants.
The definition of successful leadership has evolved over the last decade and will continue to change. What do you need to develop to become a successful leader? (300 word limit)
Haas gives us only 300 words to talk about a broad topic about leadership, so you have to be really focussed in your answer. We suggest you start by talking about what good leadership means to you and what skills and knowledge you need to reach closer to your ideal - and then connect the same with how Haas MBA will help you get there. This last part is not really asked by the school, but it is implied in the question :)
Essay 1. What are your short term career goals (3 to 5 years)? What are your long term career goals (10+ years)? Describe your plan to meet these goals. Why is this the right time for you to undertake the program? (250 words max)
Essay 1 Tips. In a very limited response of 250, Haas expects you to be very clear, focused and to the point in your answer.
For the short-term, clearly articulate your post-MBA plan mentioning the exact function, industry and is possible an idea of your target employers. The long-term goal can be more broader but it should have a spark and a vision. Inspire them and then show them why the Haas MBA is critical to your path to get to your career goals.
Goals, even more than other essay topics, are more a matter of credibility and logic than anything else. If you can add passion as well, you have the recipe for a beautiful and effective essay.
Essay 2. Tell us a six-word story that reflects a memorable experience in your life to date. Elaborate on why it is meaningful to you. Tip: A successful six-word story will pique the reader's interest in the forthcoming explanation. Together, the story and explanation will share a specific and personal experience that helps the reader get to know you better, giving insight into your character and values. (350 words max)
Essay 2 Tips. The principal focus should be on what YOU are: what story you select and why that is memorable for you speaks a lot about you. So what do you want to communicate to the adcom? What kind of person you would like to come across as? There might be many memorable experiences in your life, pick one that is interesting, unique and positions your strengths and impressive attributes.
Like EVERY other MBA essay that you will ever write, if you can demonstrate genuine wow! level passion, 50% of your work is done. Write a full throated essay!
Go for it!
Essay 1. What are your short term career goals (3 to 5 years)? What are your long term career goals (10+ years)? Describe your plan to meet these goals. Why is this the right time for you to undertake the program? (250 words max)
Essay 1 Tips. In a very limited response of 250, Haas expects you to be very clear, focused and to the point in your answer.
For the short-term, clearly articulate your post-MBA plan mentioning the exact function, industry and is possible an idea of your target employers. The long-term goal can be more broader but it should have a spark and a vision. Inspire them and then show them why the Haas MBA is critical to your path to get to your career goals.
Goals, even more than other essay topics, are more a matter of credibility and logic than anything else. If you can add passion as well, you have the recipe for a beautiful and effective essay.
Essay 2. At Berkeley Haas, our unique culture is defined by our Four Defining Leadership Principles - Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always & Beyond Yourself - which are integral to the education and development of innovative leaders of the future. Based on what you know of our culture, why is Berkeley Haas the place for you?(250 word maximum)
Essay 2 Tips. Before everything else, check out Berkeley-Haas’ Defining Principles of questioning the status quo through innovation, acting with confidence but without attitude or arrogance, being lifelong students always and leading ethically and responsibly, with larger interests beyond yourself. While you are about it, you could also read alumnus Sabrina Simmons' commencement address which should provide inspiration, if not content, for the essay.
Now, having comprehensively understood the question, shift the focus to the hero of the story - YOU. Identify what you seek in your MBA experience finds its match with the Haas culture. It would help to introspect and understand your attitudes and personality and what aspects of your aspirations find resonance with Haas defining values. Once you find the match- the answer about why Haas will be right there in front of you!
Go get 'em!
Essay 3. Tell us a six-word story that reflects a memorable experience in your life to date. Elaborate on why it is meaningful to you. Tip: A successful six-word story will pique the reader's interest in the forthcoming explanation. Together, the story and explanation will share a specific and personal experience that helps the reader get to know you better, giving insight into your character and values. (350 words max)
Essay 3 Tips. The principal focus should be on what YOU are: what story you select and why that is memorable for you speaks a lot about you. So what do you want to communicate to the adcom? What kind of person you would like to come across as? There might be many memorable experiences in your life, pick one that is interesting, unique and positions your strengths and impressive attributes.
Like EVERY other MBA essay that you will ever write, if you can demonstrate genuine wow! level passion, 50% of your work is done. Write a full throated essay!
Go for it!
Essay 1. What are your short term career goals (3 to 5 years)? What are your long term career goals (10+ years)? Describe your plan to meet these goals. Why is this the right time for you to undertake the program? (250 words max)
Essay 1 Tips. In a very limited response of 250, Haas expects you to be very clear, focused and to the point in your answer.
For the short-term, clearly articulate your post-MBA plan mentioning the exact function, industry and is possible an idea of your target employers. The long-term goal can be more broader but it should have a spark and a vision. Inspire them and then show them why the Haas MBA is critical to your path to get to your career goals.
Goals, even more than other essay topics, are more a matter of credibility and logic than anything else. If you can add passion as well, you have the recipe for a beautiful and effective essay.
Essay 2. At Berkeley Haas, our unique culture is defined by our Four Defining Leadership Principles - Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always & Beyond Yourself - which are integral to the education and development of innovative leaders of the future. Based on what you know of our culture, why is Berkeley Haas the place for you?(250 word maximum)
Essay 2 Tips. Before everything else, check out Berkeley-Haas’ Defining Principles of questioning the status quo through innovation, acting with confidence but without attitude or arrogance, being lifelong students always and leading ethically and responsibly, with larger interests beyond yourself. While you are about it, you could also read alumnus Sabrina Simmons' commencement address which should provide inspiration, if not content, for the essay.
Now, having comprehensively understood the question, shift the focus to the hero of the story - YOU. Identify what you seek in your MBA experience finds its match with the Haas culture. It would help to introspect and understand your attitudes and personality and what aspects of your aspirations find resonance with Haas defining values. Once you find the match- the answer about why Haas will be right there in front of you!
Go get 'em!
Essay 3. Tell us a six-word story that reflects a memorable experience in your life to date. Elaborate on why it is meaningful to you. Tip: A successful six-word story will pique the reader's interest in the forthcoming explanation. Together, the story and explanation will share a specific and personal experience that helps the reader get to know you better, giving insight into your character and values. (350 words max)
Essay 3 Tips. The principal focus should be on what YOU are: what story you select and why that is memorable for you speaks a lot about you. So what do you want to communicate to the adcom? What kind of person you would like to come across as? There might be many memorable experiences in your life, pick one that is interesting, unique and positions your strengths and impressive attributes.
Like EVERY other MBA essay that you will ever write, if you can demonstrate genuine wow! level passion, 50% of your work is done. Write a full throated essay!
Go for it!
