ISB MBA Essay Questions for 2012-13 (Class of 2014)

Indian School of Business or ISB has come out with its essay questions as well as deadlines for 2012-13 for the class of 2014. The application can be accessed on the online application portal here by creating a new account. The essay questions and deadline are also given below along with brief comments. Detailed essay analyses for different essay types will follow in subsequent posts.

Essay 1: Please make a strong case to differentiate yourselves from an exceptional set of applicants applying for PGP 2013-14. You could cite personal/ professional achievements to present your case. (300 words max)

 

Essay Type	CTM Advice
Achievements	1 Personal & 1 Professional achievement would make the essay well balanced. Make sure to specify what makes each achievement unique and the overall impact.

Essay 2: Where do you see yourself three years after you graduate from the ISB? (300 words max)

 

Essay Type	CTM Advice
Short-term goals	Make your goal is realistically achievable within 3 years of graduation and is consistent with your career progress to date

Essay 3: Please provide additional information that will significantly affect the consideration of your application to the ISB. (300 words max)

 

Essay Type	CTM Advice
Depends	This essay is worded in a manner that makes it open to interpretation and allows the applicant flexibility to highlight any part of their candidacy that they choose to (professional, extra curricular, community service or academic). Make sure you utilize the application real estate wisely and use this essay to highlight some part of your candidacy not already highlighted.

Deadlines – Domestic

Cycle 1: Sep 15, 2012

Decision: On or before Nov 15, 2012

Acceptance by: 15 days from date of offer

Cycle 2: Nov 30, 2012

Decision: On or before Feb, 2013

Acceptance by: 15 days from date of offer

Deadlines – International

Rolling until Jan 15, 2013

Offer Date: Within 3 weeks from the interview

Acceptance by: 15 days from date of offer