Anderson UCLA MBA Essays 2008-2009:

The Admissions Committee considers your responses to the following essay questions extremely important in the selection process. We endeavor to admit an interesting and diverse group of students who will both benefit from and contribute to Anderson UCLA. Therefore, you are encouraged to prepare your essays with great care. Any personal insights you can offer us concerning the qualities and experiences you believe distinguish you from other applicants would be especially helpful.

Anderson UCLA MBA Essay 1: How has your family and/or community helped shape your development? Please include information about where you grew up, and perhaps a highlight or special memory of your youth. (750 words)

Anderson UCLA MBA Essay 2: What experience has had the greatest impact on who you are today and why? (500 words)

Anderson UCLA MBA Essay 3: Discuss your short-term and long-term career goals. What is your motivation for pursuing an MBA now at UCLA Anderson? (750 words)

Anderson UCLA MBA Essay 4: Audio or Text: Select and respond to one of the following questions. We would like you to respond to the question by recording an audio response (up to 1 minute). For applicants unable to submit a response via audio, there is an option to submit a written response instead (250 words).

a) What does entrepreneurial spirit mean to you?

b) What global issue matters most to you and why?

c) What is something people will find surprising about you?

Anderson UCLA MBA Essay 5: Are there any extenuating circumstances in your profile about which the Admissions Committee should be aware? (250 words)

Reapplicant Essays:

1. Please describe your career progress since you last applied and ways in which you have enhanced your candidacy. (750 words)

In addition to Anderson UCLA required Essay 2 and Essay/Audio 4.