I met my interviewer at a local coffee shop. He was an alum who graduated in the 80s. Prior to meeting he requested I send him my resume and an objectives statement on my short and long term goals. I was asked the following questions:
a. Tell me about a time you experienced adversity and how you dealt with it?
b. Why Columbia over other schools?
c. What’s your backup plan if you’re not accepted this year?
d. Why consulting? What do you hope to learn? What do you mean specifically by that?
e. Have you visited? How many teachers have you spoken to? How many professors?
f. What classes would you take to further your goals?
g. What will you bring to Columbia outside the classroom?
h. Do you have any questions for me?
The interview went very well (2 hours total). I would warn to be vigilant of what you say after the questions have stopped if you are in a casual setting like this. I was surprised at my interviewers candor in letting me know he would be recommending me at the end of the conversation. I was impressed that he still interviews candidates given the length of time since his MBA. I think this speaks to alum’s dedication to the school!
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GMAT:
750
Program Type:
Traditional Two-Year
Target Career:
Consulting
Application Location:
India
October 18, 2024 3:00am ET
Interview Invite
to
U. Washington / Foster
Round:
Round 1
Received via
email
on
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GPA:
3.4
GRE:
328
Program Type:
Traditional Two-Year
Target Career:
Technology
Application Location:
India
October 18, 2024 12:34am ET
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to
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Round:
Early Decision
Received via
phone
on
October 15, 2024
GPA:
3.6
Program Type:
Traditional Two-Year
Target Career:
General Management
Application Location:
USA
October 17, 2024 10:03pm ET
Interview Invite
to
U. Chicago Booth
Round:
Round 1
Received via
portal
on
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GPA:
3.76
GMAT:
760
Program Type:
Traditional Two-Year
Application Location:
India
October 17, 2024 8:06pm ET
Interview Invite
to
Michigan / Ross
Round:
Round 1
Received via
email
GPA:
2.85
Program Type:
Traditional Two-Year
Target Career:
Consulting
Application Location:
Hawaii