MBA Wire Taps 529: Software engineer, waive test. 334 GRE, working in Japan

In this week's MBA Admissions podcast we began by discussing upcoming MBA admissions deadlines. For this upcoming week, Notre Dame / Mendoza and Johns Hopkins / Carey have application deadlines and Johns Hopkins / Carey is also scheduled to release its Early Action round decisions. Graham highlighted Clear Admit’s current webinar events.  We are kicking off our regional series this week, which includes top MBA programs in each region of the United States. The regional focus allows these programs to also focus on MBA career pathways in their geography. Signups for these events are here: https://www.clearadmit.com/events Graham noted an admissions tip that Clear Admit recently published focused on Wharton’s team-based discussion interview. This unique interview format requires a different approach to preparation. Wharton interview invites are scheduled to be released on October 28. Graham then highlighted an Adcom Q&A with Vanderbilt's Bailey McChesney. Clear Admit continues its Real Humans series which focuses on current students at top MBA programs. This week we profile MBA students from Esade and UVA / Darden. Graham then mentioned a recent podcast he recorded with admissions director Katy Radoll of UNC / Kenan Flagler’s MBA. For this week, for the candidate profile review portion of the show, Alex selected two ApplyWire entries: This week’s first MBA admissions candidate is from India and is a software engineer with a strong GPA. They have decided to waive the standardized test. This week’s second MBA applicant is from Pakistan and now works in Japan. They have a 334 GRE score, with 6 years of work experience. This episode was recorded in Boston, USA and Cornwall, England. It was produced and engineered by the fabulous Dennis Crowley in Philadelphia, USA. Thanks to all of you who’ve been joining us and please remember to rate and review this show wherever you listen!