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Episode 197: Wire Taps—Do I Need Awards?, Should I Aim Higher in R2?, Can a 760 GMAT Address a 2.9 GPA?

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It’s time for another podcast episode of Wire Taps, in which Alex and Graham dig into MBA admissions advice for applicants who have posted to MBA ApplyWire. This week, an executive recruiter at Google is concerned about the ‘Awards’ section of the application forms. Another applicant in tech strategy is looking at more schools to consider for Round 2. Finally, another applicant with a tech background has a stellar GMAT of 760, but sub-3.0 GPA. Preview the posts that Alex and Graham discuss this week, then tune in below!

A Google employee needs help addressing a particular part of the application:

An applicant from West Africa is in the middle of his applications:

A woman enquires about her school list for next season:

Happy listening!

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Episode 197: Wire Taps—Do I Need Awards?, Should I Aim Higher in R2?, Can a 760 GMAT Address a 2.9 GPA?
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This episode was hosted by Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, and produced by Dennis Crowley. Thanks to all of you who’ve been joining us!

Lauren Wakal
Lauren Wakal has been covering the MBA admissions space for more than a decade, from in-depth business school profiles to weekly breaking news and more.