先日の出願締め切り日に続き、エッセイ課題が発表されました。昨年度と同様の課題内容です。
https://www.hbs.edu/mba/admissions/Pages/from-the-admissions-director.aspx
Our one required essay will remain the same for the upcoming year: “As we review your application, what more would you like us to know as we consider your candidacy for the Harvard Business School MBA Program?” (no word limit)
同スクールが求める人材は以下のように述べられています。
https://www.hbs.edu/mba/admissions/Pages/who-are-we-looking-for.aspx
“Habit of Leadership, Analytical Aptitude and Appetite, and Engaged Community Citizenship”
■ Habit of Leadership
Leadership may be expressed in many forms, from college extracurricular activities to academic or business achievements, from personal accomplishments to community commitments. We appreciate leadership on any scale, from organizing a classroom to directing a combat squad, from running an independent business to spearheading initiatives at work. In essence, we are looking for evidence of your potential.
■ Analytical Aptitude and Appetite
Harvard Business School is a demanding, fast-paced, and highly-verbal environment. We look for individuals who enjoy lively discussion and debate. Our case and field-based methods of learning depend upon the active participation of prepared students who can assess, analyze, and act upon complex information within often-ambiguous contexts. The MBA Admissions Board will review your prior academic performance, the results of the GMAT or GRE, and, if applicable, TOEFL iBT and/or IELTS, and the nature of your work experience. There is no particular previous course of study required to apply; you must, however, demonstrate the ability to master analytical and quantitative concepts.
■ Engaged Community Citizenship
So much of our MBA experience – including the case method, section life, and student-organized events – requires the active collaboration of the entire HBS community. That’s why we look for students who exhibit the highest ethical standards and respect for others, and can make positive contributions to the MBA Program. The right candidates must be eager to share their experiences, support their colleagues, and teach as well as learn from their peers.
We want applicants who have these traits (Habit of Leadership, Analytical Aptitude & Appetite, & Engaged Community Citizenship), as well as bring a variety of skills, accomplishments and aspirations. In each class, we create a dynamic environment that mirrors the breadth and depth of our world economy. Our promise to our faculty and to every student here is to create a class of 900 students who come from as many different backgrounds and perspectives as possible.
書類の準備をスタートさせるためにも、
・英文レジュメコンテンツを通して伝える自分像（使用した事例の確認）
・推薦状コンテンツを通して伝わる自分像（使用した事例の確認）
・願書（Application Form内の記述内容）を通して伝わる自分像
を確認してはいかがでしょうか？
そうした中でもリーダーシップを発揮し成果を収めた実績内容を確認していきましょう。
Post MBAのキャリア後における”managerial potential”を備えている事実を読み取らせたいと思います。さらには、ビジネスの成功を通じてもたらす社会的なインパクトについていも考えてみましょう。
同校は過去のエッセイ課題でAccomplishmentを3つ（当時は200 words×3題）書かせた経緯もあります。英文レジュメを作る上で過去のaccomplishmentを具に分析するところから始めていきましょう。