NYU Stern MBA Recommendation Questions
The NYU Stern MBA recommendation questions for the 2024-2025 admissions season are below. One EQ (emotional intelligence) Endorsement is required, but applicants may submit a second if they choose. The required endorsement must come from a current supervisor, and if that is not possible, an explanation as to why must be provided in the application. Your EQ Endorsements should come from individuals who know you professionally and/or personally, who can objectively assess your potential for success in NYU Stern’s MBA program and in your future career, and who can act as a persuasive advocate of your EQ strengths.
2024-2025 NYU Stern MBA Recommendation Questions
Section 1: Applicant and Recommender Information
Is the applicant currently employed by your organization? (Yes/No)
Are you an alumna/alumnus of the NYU Stern School of Business? (Yes/No)
Section 2: EQ Endorsement
Recommenders are given 10 characteristics to rate the applicant:
Analytical/Quantitative Ability
Oral Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Initiative
Integrity
Leadership
Maturity
Teamwork
Professionalism
Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
Using a drop-down menu with the following choices, recommenders are asked to rate the applicant on each of those characteristics in relation to his or her peers:
- Outstanding (Top 5%)
- Excellent (Top 15%)
- Good (Top 1/3)
- Average (Middle 1/3)
- Below Average (Bottom 1/3)
- Unable to judge
Please mark your overall recommendation regarding this applicant’s admission to NYU Stern:
- I strongly recommend this applicant for admission
- I recommend this applicant for admission
- I recommend this applicant for admission with some reservation
- I do not recommend this applicant be admitted
Section 3: Written Endorsement
How does the applicant’s performance compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles (if applicable)? Please provide specific examples. (E.g. what are the applicant’s principal strengths?) (Up to 500 words)
MBA Applywire
I am a deferred MBA applicant with a strong international background, having studied and worked across India, the UK, and the USA. Currently, I am completing a full-time Co-op at Master Electronics, where I focus on business analytics, strategy, and supply chain optimization. Additionally, I have completed three internships in strategy consulting, supply chain, and business intelligence, which have helped me develop a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making, global supply chains, and strategic problem-solving.
Academically, I hold a 3.60 GPA and a 327 GRE score (164V, 163Q, 5.0 AWA). Beyond academics, I have demonstrated leadership and teamwork through winning 11 intramural soccer trophies at Arizona State University. A defining moment of resilience in my journey was recovering from a trimalleolar ankle fracture, during which I successfully managed my internship, academics, and physiotherapy without falling behind.
My global business interests are reflected in projects such as the Nestlé class project, where I explored strategic solutions for market expansion, and the Vibrant Smile Joint Venture project, a simulated strategy project in my MGT 459 class, where my team and I developed a market entry strategy for an electric toothbrush company. These experiences have further fueled my passion for strategy, consulting, and business transformation.
Post-MBA, I am looking to work in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or analytics-driven leadership roles, ideally in the USA, Europe (France/Spain), or UAE. I am drawn to an MBA for its ability to sharpen my strategic thinking, leadership skills, and global career opportunities. Given my background, I would love feedback on how to best position my profile for top Deferred MBA programs like Kellogg, Wharton, Darden, Haas, and Yale.
- Econ undergrad @ a T20 MBA School
- 4 years military experience @ application
- Three Different roles in the military, ranked top 5% in all three
- Family business is pharma (mid-cap) would like to pursue IB/Consulting or Pharma LDP
- LT goal: Pharma PE family office
Retiring military officer, coming from operations and strategic planner roles. Previous led teams of 80+ people, and looking to grow into a leadership role in a large company in the Pacific Northwest. Undergraduate in Arabic Language and Culture from lesser known school, and a Masters in Theology from Seminary (3.8 GPA in both programs). Will be a practice GRE and GMAT to see which is a better fit.
Questions I am considering:
Will it be better to go to an M7 program or a local MBA program if I want to find a position in Seattle?
Will the GRE or GMAT be a better fit for my application?
Should I be looking into EMBA programs instead, based on the average age of MBA programs?
Should a maintain a federal job while attending a hybrid MBA or EMBA program?
MBA LiveWire
Accepted with full tuition scholarship
Applied 1/5 vis Consortium, no interview. Received email today to check portal