There is no secret formula to writing a compelling personal statement for an MBA application, university admissions officials say. The key, they say, is to write a statement that feels authentic ...

Getting into your top MBA program is a dream come true, but first you have to pass the first vigorous barrier: the application. A good or bad essay can easily make or break you. You'll want to ...

Barbara Coward is an MBA admissions consultant who has helped students get into top-tier programs. Her advice for nailing the personal essay includes bridging the gap between your past and future ...

See examples of both a weak and a strong opening. Weak Opening: “I have always been interested in business, and I believe your MBA programme would help me advance my career.

A filmed personal statement might have helped Elle Woods get into Harvard Law School, but in the real world, you're better off sticking to these tips. If you have seen the 2001 film, Legally ...

Whether applying for a summer internship, a professional development opportunity, such as a Fulbright, an executive MBA program, or a senior leadership development course, a personal statement ...

They procrastinate, read endless examples, and—often the night before the application is due—ask the same question: How can I write a good personal statement?