Darden’s interview is meant for you to succeed. With an invite only format, the adcom stresses that they like what they have seen and the interview is nothing, but a conversation. They have one question, tell me about yourself. You’ll likely be able to talk straight for 10-15 minutes before they interject with questions. They may push, but in my opinion, they’re trying to see if you’ll crack. The course is case study after all. If you don’t feel yourself getting your point across, take a deep breath and try and approach it from a different angle. Also, relate what you say to your personal experiences. Quote from my interviewer: “I could have read that in the Wall Street Journal”. Obviously, I needed to change my tactics. Finally, know why MBA, why now and why DARDEN! Darden stresses 3 points almost everywhere you look and if you are truly interested, the latter part of this question should be easy.
Follow up questions are largely dictated based on what you say, so it’s hard to tell you what they will be. Just be prepared for someone to delve deep into any and all statements you make.
Hope to see you on campus!
