Clear Admit MBA Fair, Chicago 2024

MBA Fair Panels

• Date & Time: Wednesday, May 15th, 5:00-8:30 pm

Venue Map

Timing
5:20 – 5:50: MBA – WHO? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? WHY?
6:00 – 6:30: CONSULTING CAREERS
7:00 – 7:30: ADMISSIONS TIPS: TESTS & GRADES, WORK EXPERIENCE, OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES
7:40 – 8:10: ADMISSIONS TIPS: CAREER GOALS, ESSAYS, REC LETTERS, INTERVIEWS

Descriptions

1. MBA – WHO? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? WHY?
Who goes to business school? What does one study during the program?
What are some of the different teaching methods employed? When is the
best time to pursue an MBA? Where should I go to business school? Why
should I get an MBA?

2. CONSULTING CAREERS
While business school opens many doors for post-MBA jobs, one of the
most popular destinations is strategy consulting, and one of the most
sought-after firms in that domain is Bain & Company. In this session, we’ll
welcome Noble Stafford, Vice President, Recruiting for Bain’s Chicago
office. We’ll learn all about the recruiting process for consulting – from
case interviews and internships to pre-MBA programming and full-time
roles.

3. ADMISSIONS TIPS: TESTS & GRADES, WORK EXPERIENCE, OUTSIDE
ACTIVITIES
There are many components that go into a successful MBA application;
this panel will focus on three of them. What is the role of standardized
testing and past academic performance? How much work experience is
needed, and what aspects are important? Why do admissions teams look
at hobbies, volunteer work, and collegiate involvement?

4. ADMISSIONS TIPS: CAREER GOALS, ESSAYS, REC LETTERS,
INTERVIEWS
In this session, we’ll continue to explore tips for success in the admissions
process. How should one define and articulate career goals? What’s the
best way to begin the essay brainstorming process? Who should write my
letters of recommendation? How can I prepare for an admissions
interview?