The prompt for the Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) for the 2024-2025 admissions season is below. The exercise this year focuses on two Impact Communities around social equity and the environment. Here is the prompt:
“The Wharton MBA program is dedicated to developing impactful, globally conscious leaders who are passionate about meaningful change. To advance this mission, Wharton has introduced two Impact Communities: Social Equity and Environment. MBA students interested in one or more of these critical issues are invited to join the associated Impact Community to discover the many resources available at Wharton. These communities will consolidate resources and opportunities in research, academics, and career growth, acting as a hub for MBA students to uncover insights, attend engaging events, and connect with peers, faculty, and organizations.
“The Wharton School is exploring the addition of a new Impact Community focused on an emerging topic of global interest. For today’s discussion, you and a team of fellow MBA students have been chosen to propose a new Impact Community.
“As a team, address the following aspects:
- Define the emerging global issue your proposed Impact Community will address.
- Identify one or more potential partner organizations that could collaborate with the community by offering resources, support, or engagement opportunities.
- Identify resources within The Wharton School and the University of Pennsylvania that could support the proposed Impact Community (e.g., academic programs, conferences, research initiatives).
- Outline the key learning outcomes the Impact Community aims to achieve for its members.
“Your final presentation should clearly articulate the vision for the new Impact Community, emphasizing how it will provide a unique and impactful learning experience aligned with Wharton’s mission to prepare leaders for the world’s most pressing challenges. Consider discussing why your team selected this emerging global issue, as well as the relevance of the resources and partner organizations identified.”
In addition to tuning into the latest Wire Taps podcast episode about the specifics of this year’s TBD prompt, it is important to understand the basic mechanics of the TBD and to know how you might handle the different sorts of team members you may encounter (from the talkers to the timid). Applicants can tune into another podcast episode on the Team-Based Discussion as we break down the format and advise on how to perform well. Remember that Wharton will be conducting all interviews virtually.
And, as always, remember that the Clear Admit Interview Archive also offers a repository of applicant-submitted details about the interview process.
Good luck!
