From reading MBA
websites and brochures, it seems that many students are not only
superstars at their work, but also have time to be professional ____
players (fill in the blank), start a non-profit organization that
focuses on ____ children in the Third World (fill in the blank
again) and travel around the globe.
Seriously, let's talk about community
service.
You have...
A lot of extra-curricular
activities (significant and over a long period of time)
Great! Share them with the admissions
committee of your dream MBA school. They can be featured in your
essays, resume and even letters of recommendation.
Multiple short-lived (1 year or
less) projects
Is there a theme in your activities?
Are you passionate about specific topics? Try to connect these
activities to each other (if it makes sense). Even if you have
changed projects and venues over the years, it's still a positive
sign that you have found the time to get involved and contribute to
your community.
Activities only during college:
This is a common situation. You can
probably highlight activities from your college days and what you
have learned from them. If your activities during college were
significant enough, MBA admissions may think that you are likely to
get involved again, during your MBA studies.
Very few community projects:
Don't try to cover up and make excuses.
Don't try to come up with a last-minute project at work or in your
community just to have something to include in the application: the
admissions committee will be able to see that you're trying to puff
up your resume. To show your values and drive to help others, you can
use professional or personal stories.
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