Personal Statement
In your essay, include information about the following: minimum 300 words
– Why do you feel it is the right time in your career to study an MBA and why would you like to gain a place on the Manchester MBA?
– What are your immediate goals after you complete the programme? Which industry sector(s) and companies are your preferred target and which country/region would you like to work in?
– How do you believe your previous experience and transferable skills, combined with the Manchester MBA, will help you to achieve your goals?
– What is your plan B if you are unable to achieve your preferred goals immediately?
– What are your longer-term aspirations?
Manchester also included an extra optional essay question:
Please use the space below to tell us about any aspects of your application or CV that might need additional explanation. For example, you might want to provide an explanation for any employment gaps in your CV, or academic or admissions test issues, or tell us about any outstanding performance in your personal or professional life, or any information that you would like to share that you feel is not covered in the rest or your application.
This is your chance to elaborate if you feel it would benefit your candidacy however, it is perfectly acceptable to leave this section blank.
Edinburg have two questions:
- Give a short statement that describes your academic interests, purpose, objectives and motivation in undertaking this postgraduate study. (max 3500 chars – approx. 500 words)
- Relevant Knowledge/Training Skills
Manchester: Why do you feel it is the right time in your career to study an MBA and why would you like to gain a place on the Manchester MBA?
