What we will cover:
Fuqua Essay Question-
Essay 1 : The 'Team Fuqua' spirit and community is one of the things that sets the MBA experience apart, and it is a concept that extends beyond the student body to include faculty, staff, and administration. Please share with us “25 Random Things” about you. The Admissions Committee wants to get to know YOU - beyond the professional and academic achievements listed in your resume and transcript. Share with us important life experiences, your hobbies, achievements, fun facts, or anything that helps us understand what makes you who you are.
You’ll learn how to:
Brainstorm authentic, fun, and meaningful “random things”
Balance personal quirks with impactful experiences
Structure your list so every item adds personality and value
Darden Essay Question-
Essay 1:
Please describe an example of building community within your personal or professional life. What impact did this have on you and those around you? How will this experience contribute to the way you will build community at Darden? (200 words)
You’ll learn how to:
Pick the right community-building story
Show measurable impact and personal growth in just 200 words
Connect your past actions to how you’ll enrich Darden’s culture.
You’ll learn how to:
Define a clear, achievable short-term goal aligned with your long-term vision
Showcase how Ross’ action-based learning directly supports that goal
Write a response that is specific, structured, and resonates with the Ross admissions committee
Meet the Speaker
Meet our expert speakers for this session! Shantanu Sharma, an INSEAD alumni and industry expert, brings years of experience in guiding MBA aspirants toward top business school. He has helped applicants with different backgrounds such as Startups, Tech, Veterans, Banking, Engineers etc. to receive admits from INSEAD and other M7 schools.
Shantanu Sharma
Who Should Attend
- Applicants targeting Fuqua, Ross or Darden for upcoming rounds
Professionals seeking essay strategies that reflect authentic leadership and career clarity
Anyone struggling to transform professional achievements into a compelling MBA story