UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA News | Clear Admit (2024)

Published: June 14, 2024

MBA Essay Insight Webinar Series Summer 2024

We’re sure you’ve already heard that the application essays are a crucial component of the MBA application. So how can you ace this part of the admissions process without the use of sample essays? Get essay tips straight from admissions representatives at leading business schools during our upcoming MBA Essay Insight Webinar Series! Dates: July…Read more

Published: May 20, 2024

The Week Ahead: Late Round Admissions Decisions, May 20-24, 2024

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Rounds 3 and 4 underway. Late round decisions continue to roll out. Monday, May 20, IESE is scheduled to release its Round 3 decisions. UNC / Kenan-Flagler is scheduled to release…Read more

Published: April 29, 2024

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Rounds 3 and 4 Underway. Round 3 decisions are beginning to role out. Monday, April 29, UNC / Kenan-Flagler has its Round 4 application deadline. Tuesday, April 30, Georgetown / McDonough…Read more

Published: April 26, 2024

Upcoming Virtual Event Series: MBA Application Overview

Calling all future MBA Applicants! You have the raw materials. So how do you put them together into a compelling MBA application? Join us for our MBA Application Overview Event Series to get answers to just that question! We’re hosting three events – on Wednesdays in May – May 8th, May 22nd, & May 29th,…Read more

Published: April 22, 2024

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 3 and Deferred Admissions We are now completed the decision release period for Round 2 candidates, and have moved on to Round 3. Monday, April 22, UNC / Kenan-Flagler is…Read more

Published: April 12, 2024

‘Big Tech’ Hiring Declined for Class of 2023 MBA Graduates

Tech jobs have been a popular choice for MBA candidates since the early 2000s – gradually becoming one of the top three career paths that many business school graduates pursue (along with consulting and finance). In this analysis, we take a closer look at which leading MBA programs managed to place their graduates into tech…Read more

Published: April 9, 2024

The 2024 U.S. News Best Graduate Programs Rankings rolled out and we’re taking a closer look at the Best Business School list. Stanford GSB jumps five spots from last year to join The Wharton School in the top spot. These two replace last year’s #1 school, Chicago Booth, which now ranks third along with Northwestern…Read more

Published: March 25, 2024

Adcom over Zoom. Quick intro, did not ask me to “tell me about yourself.” Why MBA from Kenan-Flagler? What’s the difference between a leader and a manager? What do you bring to Kenan-Flagler? How would your boss describe you? Tell me about a time you: Solved a problem in a creative way Had to deliver…Read more

Published: March 18, 2024

M7 Business Schools Continue to Dominate in Venture Capital and Private Equity Finance Careers

MBA graduates continue to be drawn to careers in the finance industry due to the large compensation packages, the chance to work on high-profile deals at investment banks, and the opportunity to invest in the next billion-dollar company at a venture capital or private equity firm. As we will see below, the top MBA programs…Read more

Published: March 11, 2024

Hi, I had an interview with Rahul. 1. Tell me about yourself. 2. Why MBA, why now, why UNC and ST and LT goals? 3. A time you received constructive criticism. 4. Tell me about a stressful situation you had at work and what made it stressful. 5. A time you had to deliver bad…Read more

Published: March 11, 2024

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 2 Decisions amid Late Round Action We are now moving to the decision release period for Round 2 candidates while late round deadlines come into play. Monday, March 11, UNC…Read more

Published: March 8, 2024

I had my interview with a current adcom at UNC Kenan-Flagler via Zoom. The interviewer made me feel really comfortable and we both talked about our hobbies in the first 5-7 mins Following questions were asked: Walk me through your resume. How will you use your MBA to reach your career goals? Share a tough…Read more

Published: March 7, 2024

I didn’t plan to interview for UNC Kenan-Flagler, but ended up doing it and having a great experience. It was resume-based and very conversational, with an AdCom, online. The questions were pretty standard: Why MBA? Why now? Why UNC Kenan-Flagler? What are your goals? Any experiences with diverse teams? Any leadership experiences? What would you…Read more

Published: March 4, 2024

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 2 Decisions & Round 3 Deadlines We are now into the decision period for Round 2 candidates, as Round 3 deadlines pop up. Monday, March 4, UNC / Kenan-Flagler and…Read more

Published: February 28, 2024

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Average GMAT Scores at Top U.S. MBA Programs

See where your GMAT score lands among the top U.S. MBA programs, as we report the average GMAT scores in the chart below. If you have yet to take the GMAT, you can also get a sense of what score you need to target. Business school admissions use the GMAT score as a sign of…Read more

Published: February 20, 2024

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Percentage of U.S. Minorities at Top U.S. Business Schools

The percentage of U.S. minorities at top U.S. business schools can provide a sense of the diversity you will find in your MBA program. Business school students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and self-identify as African American or Black, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American, Hispanic American or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or…Read more

Published: February 15, 2024

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: International Student Statistics

International students statistics can showcase an element of diversity at leading business schools. In the chart below, see the percentage of international students at U.S. business schools. U.S. Business School % International Arizona State University W.P. School of Business 39% Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business 53% Columbia Business School 47% Cornell UniversitySC Johnson…Read more

Published: February 13, 2024

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Percentage of Women MBA Students

Over the past decade, the percentage of women MBA students has been on the rise across leading business schools. USC Marshall was the first leading business school to achieve gender parity while others have achieved or continue to strive for that benchmark. The Forté Foundation has also consistently reported that women are either gaining or…Read more

Published: February 7, 2024

U.S. News 2024 Online MBA Rankings: Indiana University–Bloomington Takes the Top Spot

U.S. News & World Reporthas released its 2024 Best Online Programs rankings, including online MBA programs. Emerging from a tie for first place last year, Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business in Bloomington, now stands alone as the #1 online MBA in this year’s ranking. Carnegie Mellon University Tepper jumped from fifth to second. There…Read more

Published: February 6, 2024

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Cost of MBA Programs in the U.S.

In this edition of Real Numbers of MBA Admissions, see the total cost of a full-time MBA per year at U.S. schools. Tuition comprises most of the cost of each program. Other factors, including room and board, program fees, books and supplies, health insurance, transportation and other expenses, have been added to provide the total…Read more

Published: February 1, 2024

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Class Size of Top U.S. MBA Programs

Business schools come in all shapes and sizes and the class size of top MBA programs can be a factor in considering fit. From networking to a tight-knit culture to campus opportunities, class size can reveal much about an MBA program. No matter which program you choose, the top MBA programs strive to ensure relationship…Read more

Published: January 30, 2024

Very conversational and easy going. We had some shared background, so I ended up asking a few questions of my own along the way. What skills do you need to develop? How have you developed emotional intelligence? Examples of leadership and collaboration? Why UNC? Why MBA? Biggest professional accomplishment?Read more

Published: January 22, 2024

Initially, I was waitlisted after Round 1, and when I accepted the waitlist decision, I received the interview invitation. The interview was with Joshua, someone associated with UNC. Below are the Qs: Why UNC KF? ST & LT Goals In your experience, you would’ve collaborated with a lot of teams. How would you bring your…Read more

Published: January 16, 2024

Interviewed with a person who helps the admissions committee with interviews, she is a long time member of the UNC community. (Lasted about 30 minutes) – Walk me through your resume. – Tell me two important points from your resume about your professional experience. – What is the difference between a manager and a leader?…Read more

Published: January 8, 2024

The Week Ahead: MBA Admissions Deadlines, January 8-12, 2024

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 2 deadlines galore! Round 2 application deadlines come thick and fast at the beginning of the New Year! Monday, January, 8, Carnegie Mellon / Tepper, Emory / Goizueta, and UNC…Read more

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June 13, 2024 1:11pm ET

Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Columbia, Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, USC / Marshall

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Defense

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting Companies: Bain, BCG

Notes:

Undergrad at a Service Academy in Systems Engineering. Currently serving as a Naval Flight Officer and will be getting out of the military for a 2025 intake. Considering applications to HBS, GSB, Wharton, Booth and Haas Round 1.

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June 13, 2024 11:05am ET

Applying: Cambridge / Judge, Columbia, Cornell / Johnson, London Business School, Northwestern / Kellogg, Oxford / Saïd, UCLA Anderson

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Marketing Manager at a top healthcare company.

Post-MBA Target Industry: Technology, Pharmaceutical, Consumer Goods Companies: Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, Roche, Coca Cola, LVMH, Mondelez, Nestle, Nike, PepsiCo, Proctor & Gamble, Unilever

Notes:

Positives: Leadership experience, female, non engineer. Work ex with international orientation in 2 fortune 500 companies both market leaders in their respective fields.
Negatives: I have an MBA from my home country and am 30+. Low UG GPA due to humanities discipline.

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June 12, 2024 11:17pm ET

Applying: Columbia, NYU Stern, USC / Marshall

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Marketing - Project Manager

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting Companies: Accenture, Bain, BCG

Notes:

I'm 27 with 5 years of work experience, PMP certified, and a 3.0 GPA from a non-prestigious school. I have volunteered semi frequently over the years and am a part of a leadership program. I started a successful business when I was 22, and later went into corporate marketing as a project manager which is where I am currently at now. My biggest challenge is the standardized test - I'm studying for the GRE with my most recent practice test scored at 284.

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June 12, 2024 5:08pm ET

Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Columbia, Harvard Business School, HEC Paris, INSEAD, London Business School, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton

Pre-MBA Career: Equity Research

Post-MBA Target Industry: Venture Capital, Private Equity, Asset Management, inc. HF Companies: Accell Partners, Andressen Horowitz, Charles River, Sequoia Capital, Bain Capital, Blackstone, Carlyle Group, Goldman Sachs Principal Investment Group, TPG, KKR, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Asset Management

Notes:

FRM, CFA Charterholder

I run my own community initiative, hosted fundraisers, speaker sessions, panel discussions, organized cultural events, collaborated with international NGOs

Won many awards in music, dance, piano, basketball, football, table tennis

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June 12, 2024 4:11pm ET

Applying: UCLA Anderson

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Communications

Post-MBA Target Industry: Media, Family Business, Entrepreneurship Companies: 21st Century Fox, Walt Disney

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