statement of interest for mba admission

Why Stanford? Enlighten us on how earning your MBA at Stanford will enable you to realize your ambitions. Explain your decision to pursue graduate education in management. Explain the distinctive opportunities you will pursue at Stanford.

Indian School of Business (ISB) MBA SoP essays (2018)

Essay 1: At ISB we value diversity as it enhances both the in-class and out of class learning experience. Tell us how would you contribute to the same?

Essay 2: Enrolling in a Business School is an important career decision. Critically look at your career to date, the choices you have made, the key influences behind those choices, your goals for the future and how do you think ISB’s PGP can help you in achieving your goals?

As you can see from these examples, the Statement of Purpose question may be asked in several different ways, and may take the form of one or more questions. Now, you’ll need to find a way to take the prompt and turn it into a compelling essay.

What to Include when Writing an MBA Statement of Purpose

Let’s start-off by considering what to include in your essay. While there’s no set formula to adhere to, and you want your essay to feel authentic and unique, there are several points that the admissions committee will be looking for you to address:

Showcase your interest

It’s important to convey why you want to enrol in this program. An MBA isn’t for everyone, and most programs want to avoid admitting students who aren’t likely to succeed. It’s often less of a question of whether or not you can do it, but one of whether or not you’ll thrive in an MBA program.

I’m also guessing you’re not applying to business school on a whim. No doubt you’ve put more thought into it than just “this will be good for my career goals.” Show the committee why you want this.

Not only that, but why now ?

Why is it better to do an MBA this year rather than waiting until you have a few more years of work experience? Are you switching career paths? Are you really committed to two years of business school, or are you just feeling lost and looking for direction? Don’t leave the committee guessing about your motives. Show how this fits your life path at this particular point in time.

Specify your goals

MBA programs want to admit candidates who have thought seriously about where they’ll end up after they complete the course.

Remember: the success of alumni adds to the prestige (not to mention the rankings, admission rates, and tuition prices in subsequent years) of the school.

You know your star is rising; you just need to tell them where it’s going.

More importantly, you’ll want to answer how an MBA will help you achieve those goals. Are you looking to leverage what you learn in an MBA program to springboard into a leadership position at your current job? Or, maybe you’re looking to launch your own company and want to learn about entrepreneurship.

Include both your short- and long-term goals. Show the admissions team what you plan to do immediately after you graduate, as well as where you see yourself decades from now.

When discussing goals, it’s important to balance ambition and realism: starting your own company or growing up the ranks of a large company are great goals, but becoming the CEO of Apple may be a tad far-fetched.

Show your research

Each MBA program is different and will impact your career path in different ways. Even if you’re applying to more than one school, don’t just copy and paste your SoP for every application.

Write an SoP essay that’s unique to each program. More importantly, write a statement of purpose that demonstrates you understand what the school is all about.

What is it about the school that draws you to it? Show that you’ve done the research and know how this specific program is likely to be a good fit.

If you’ve visited the school or spoken with current students or alumni, include that too. Show that you’re already putting in an effort to get involved in the community. Are there any professors or classes that you’re particularly excited about? The more specific details you include about this particular MBA program, the more it will look like you’ve done your homework.

Communicate fit

No one is guaranteed admission to an MBA program, even if you achieved a perfect score on the GMAT. The admissions team wants to know what you specifically can bring to the table. How do you align with the school’s values and culture?

An MBA program that prioritizes social impact, such as the Haas School of Business at U.C. Berkeley might be best for people who want to create socially responsible businesses or work at NGOs, for example.

Your statement of purpose should demonstrate that your personality and career goals are in line with what the school has to offer.

If a school turns you down because your goals aren’t in line with their program, that’s a good thing! Liz Hargrove, an admissions officer at Duke Fuqua , indicated that the school will decline prospective applicants if they failed to communicate “the academic ability as well as overall fit with our culture and community”

Show your plan of action and your track record

Be specific about your game plan. Don’t just assume that you’ll have your career path handed to you. Show the admissions team the steps you’ll take to reach your goals. How will you take an active role in your education and adapt to changes along the way?

Not only that, but think about what will you bring to the school and other students. How will you contribute to the experience of the students in the school? Will you participate in clubs at school, and do you have a track record of doing so during your undergraduate degree?

Will you work as a team and contribute to their education and career goals as well? What mark will you leave on the school when you graduate? Will you be an alumni they can be proud of?

Bruce DelMonico, assistant dean of admissions at Yale, looks for “students whom [he] identifies as unselfish leaders – those who simultaneously strive to improve the circumstances of others and help themselves rather than those who exploit others for personal gain.”

It may seem too early to be thinking about some of these questions. But if you don’t have a clear plan, the admissions team may think that you aren’t ready for an MBA program yet.

Mistakes to Avoid when Writing an MBA Statement of Purpose

Since the SoP is an open-ended question, you have some freedom in how to structure your essay and what to include. There generally isn’t a word limit (or a minimum, for that matter), so you’ll have to use your best judgement in deciding what to cut out and when to wrap it up.

That said, there are some simple mistakes you can avoid by following these guidelines:

Don’t tell, show instead

This is your chance to tell your story. Use real examples and go into some detail. One example in great detail is more effective than many examples with very little substance. Show the admissions team how you’ve applied your skills to your career and how you’ll continue to do so in their MBA program.

Lots of students don’t do this: they just list facts, such as “I studied at university X and then I worked at company Y for Z years.” Don’t make this mistake. Be an active narrator of your own life, and get the admissions committee invested in your story.

Show with examples, rather than telling with facts.

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Don’t make it a chronology

Don’t repeat everything that’s on your resume. The admission team has already looked at it, and you don’t need to spend time going over it again.

Along the same lines, don’t treat your SoP as a chronology of events. Your life didn’t just happen to you. You had feelings about things — successes and disappointments. Don’t be afraid to show your personality here. What are you passionate about? What makes you proud or angry?

If you became frustrated with how poorly an NGO was run, and you’re pursuing an MBA so you can learn how to improve that industry, tell that story.

Show how one event led to another. Or tell the story out of order if it makes more sense that way. This is your chance to highlight the key events in your life, and leave out what’s irrelevant.

Don’t exaggerate

Whatever you do, don’t lie or plagiarize in your SoP. The admissions committee will see through it. After all, your work and educational history are verifiable, and any lines that you’ve lifted from someone else’s essay will be obvious.

If you suffered a setback or adversity in your personal life, share it, but don’t embellish it. The goal isn’t to trick or guilt the admissions team into accepting your application. Let your story speak for itself, and if it pulls at their heartstrings, it should do so naturally.

And please, don’t forget to mention what you learnt from the setback and how you wear it as a badge of honor.

Don’t make it all about you

Business schools want team players, and a SoP that is all about you is likely to come across as self-centered or egotistical. Be sure to credit the supporting players in your life: the teachers who inspired you or your co-workers at your company.

Many applicants make the mistake of confusing leadership with authority. Instead of telling a story about a time they worked together, they tell a story of a time they got their way. Be proud of your accomplishments, but be humble too . If you have a history of good teamwork and of honoring others’ contributions, you’ll likely bring that attitude to school with you.

Don’t ramble, be concise

Finally, keep it to the point. Most schools will dictate a word limit. Make sure to stick to it. Even if there isn’t a specific word limit, a general rule is to keep the essay between 500-1000 words. That’s enough to cover the important points and give the team a good sense of your personality. Anything more and you’ll risk rambling.

Don’t be vague, either. A short essay that includes specific details is more persuasive than one that’s all about your hopes and dreams without any concrete examples.

Sample SoP Essays Analyzed

Now that you know what makes a good SoP essay and what mistakes to avoid, let’s take a closer look at a few examples – both good and average – to see what an SoP looks like. (These are just excerpts, so be sure to click the links if you want to read the entire essay.) Also note that, in order to fully examine the strengths and weaknesses of the essay, it’s important to look at the application (and all the essays) in its entirety. The below analysis should serve as a simplistic analysis of what has worked and what can be improved.

“In May 2010, I graduated from ___ with a degree in English and Creative Writing. I had always wanted to be a writer. I was good at it. I liked it. I thought that was all I needed to know to choose a career path. In September 2010, I began working for ___ Publishing Company, thus starting a four year arc managing the production of the monthly magazine…. [essay truncated] I landed my first sale and discovered a hidden talent…. I no longer write for my job — and I love it. Now, when I think of what I want to be in 15 years, it is not a writer. It is the president of media conglomerate Conde Nast.” (Read full essay here: source )

What the author did well : This essay touches on several of the key points we looked at earlier. It explains a career shift (from creative writing to business) by showing how the applicant got from Point A to Point B. They demonstrate adaptability and ambition, and explain why they want to further their skills on this particular career path – because they love it.

What the author of this essay also does well is goes into specifics of how they plan to achieve the goal.

And, they show that they’ve given some thought to where they see themselves in the future by including an ambitious, but specific, long-term goal. Saying you want to be CEO of a particular company is more memorable than saying you just want to be a CEO at any company.

“My career path has led me from the rapidly developing markets of my native country in Asia to the rolling hills of England and back again. Now, I feel that the next logical destination on my path is your MBA program. The curriculum of your MBA program is similar to that which I studied previously, yet it is much more challenging and will allow me to develop my abilities further. I already have a strong background in various aspects of business, from marketing and management to accounting and sales. Because of this, I feel I am uniquely qualified to attend your MBA program. After completion of my studies, I plan to return to Makebest Textile Company and apply what I learn in your program to the benefit of the company.” (Read full essay here: source )

What the author did well : This applicant does a good job of showing how the MBA program fits into their career path. They demonstrate a solid foundation in business management, and they have work experience in an international setting. They’re familiar with the curriculum and know exactly how it will expand on their previous academic experience.

What could have been better : The candidate says they’re “uniquely qualified” but doesn’t really show us what sets them apart from other applicants. After all, many candidates will have studied abroad and have a background in sales or management. What makes them different? Also, saying an MBA is the “next logical step” could make it sound like you can’t think of any other options. Explain why you chose this over, say, a promotion, or a new job elsewhere.

“Ever since I was young, I have been constantly exposed to the business world. Both my parents are in the business industry and as a result, despite my young age, I have found myself having the call for business…. After college, I worked with Kicks, a shoe company, in their marketing department. I failed my colleagues at time, being the novice that I am. Yet, I managed to transform those failures into lessons and inspirations and eventually got my success. I was part of the team that marketed the best-selling athletic shoe of Kicks.” (Read full essay here: source)

What the author did well : This applicant starts off by putting his story into context and showing how his path to business school started in his childhood. Since he references his “young age,” he may be younger than typical MBA applicants, so he makes sure to address this in his essay.

What could have been better: The story from the applicant’s workplace is pretty vague. He “managed to transform those failures into lessons and inspirations” but doesn’t really show how. He doesn’t say what his role was on the team that had success. Was he a leader or a bystander? This isn’t a bad essay, but it could include more detail to flesh out its points.

“As someone who has traveled around the world, I am no stranger to respecting and understanding new aspects of culture. I was born to a military family, and have lived at least four years in almost every continent except Antarctica. I studied abroad in India where I learned about the customs there regarding management seniority…. Such cultural differences play a great part in determining management strategies when expanding globally, and it is a very tricky concept to grasp. An MBA in International Management will give me the knowledge of general management techniques that I need to know for successful management, but will also teach me how to tailor these strategies for different markets.” (Read full essay here: source)

What the author did well : Since this candidate is applying for an International Management MBA, he makes sure to emphasize his experience living in a variety of places. His time traveling and studying abroad suggests he will work well together with a diverse class of students. He uses a specific example – management seniority – to show that he has put some thought into how local customs impact business in specific markets, and he has a clear rationale for this course of study.

What could have been better : This candidate has not customized the essay for the school they are applying to. What’s also missing is the fit with the school, and exactly why the candidate thinks that that particular school is the right school to study an International Management MBA.

“My strong desire to give back to my community coupled with my experience in the telecommunication sector has inspired within me the desire to set up a Telecom company specific to the rural sector in the state of Bihar…. With 85 percent population of the state still in villages and dependent on agriculture, I wish to use the technology to bring innovation to the agricultural sector. In order to achieve this long-term aspiration, I now need to further enhance my understanding of the functional aspects of management. I envision myself joining a Telecom major like Telefonica in order to process the ways and project execution methods before setting up my own Telecom Consultancy in the State of Bihar.” (Read full story here: source )

What the author did well: This candidate gets right to the point. He opens his essay with a focus on his mission, and uses population data to support his reason for pursuing it. He has a very specific long-term goal and a clearly defined path for getting there. Later in the essay, this candidate explains how his education and job history sets him up for success in this field.

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How to Write a Statement of Purpose for an MBA

Your personal statement is an opportunity to formally introduce yourself to an MBA admissions committee. Here's how to make your personality shine.

[Featured image] A student sits at a table in his living room working on his MBA statement of purpose on a tabled and pen and paper.

Your Master of Business Administration (MBA) application should tell the story of who you are as a student and professional teammate. Some materials, such as your GPA and GMAT or GRE score , are intended as data points that demonstrate gained knowledge. Other, more creative components can illuminate your personality and illustrate how you move within the business world.

The MBA statement of purpose (SOP), also called a personal statement, serves the latter purpose. Often guided by broad prompts as determined by each school you’re applying to, these open-ended essays are your opportunity to directly tell the admissions committee why you want to join their program, how you’ll contribute to your cohort, and what you hope to gain from the experience of getting your MBA.

In this article, we’ll offer tips on writing an effective MBA statement of purpose, and provide an example that may help enhance your business school application.

How to write an MBA statement of purpose

With your SOP, you are in complete control of your narrative. This is your chance to tell the aspects of your story that you think the admissions committee needs to know in order to make their most informed decision about your potential admissions offer.

This opportunity comes with a strong element of creative freedom. The only parameters you’re tied to are the ones set by the admissions committee in their essay prompts. Beyond the questions themselves, these often include total word or character count, and sometimes they include formatting preferences, such as double spacing.

How to plan your SOP

SOP prompts tend to be somewhat vague. You can react to questions like, “What matters most to you?” (from Stanford Graduate School of Business) and, “Tell us your story,” (from University of Illinois Gies College of Business) in a lot of different ways. Begin with what you know: the word count limit and the prompt.

Use the word limit to guide the way you tell your story. Some schools will separate prompts into a series of shorter responses, while others will expect one longer narrative. A maximum of 350 words will be a quicker version, whereas a maximum of 1,000 words will offer you space for more in-depth telling.

Next, turn to the prompt itself. Think about what’s at the heart of the question, and let that sink in. Pay attention to your initial reactions: your immediate answer, jogged memories, or any notable emotions that surface.

Continue brainstorming around those initial reactions by asking yourself questions like:

Why did these reactions surface?

What values are behind them?

When have I incorporated those values into my career?

How does my goal of attending business school align with and enhance my expression of those values?

Specifically, how does this MBA program offer the further opportunity to pursue those values?

When you’re ready, begin writing your story at whatever point feels natural to you given the parameters. As long as your story follows a sensible flow and reaches your goal destination, there’s no right or wrong place to start. Remember: this is your narrative.

Tips for writing a successful MBA statement of purpose

As you write your SOP, here are a few things to keep in mind that can help your writing stand out:

Clearly state your goals: Openly communicate your short-term and long-term goals in earning your MBA. Clear statements around this crucial element of your SOP can help you avoid any potential confusion.

Express your interest: Be forthcoming about your interest in this particular MBA program. Show that you’ve researched their offerings and call out the aspects you are most excited about, and how those aspects align with your goals.

Demonstrate mutual fit: The institution plays a huge role in shaping the MBA experience, however it wouldn’t be complete without a student body. Show what you, and you alone, will bring to your MBA community.

Detail your action plan: How will you make your goals a reality? Use details from your past triumphs to show how you can be successful in the future.

Determining your strengths

Everyone has strengths. If you need help figuring out what yours are, the following questions may help:

*What’s something you’ve done that you are proud of, and how did you do it? This question can help you hone in on the skills you already possess and how you implement them in ways that align with your values.

*What do people frequently ask you for? Whether it’s logical, emotional, or physical, this question may reveal the types of problems you’re often prepared to solve.

*How do your friends, family, and colleagues describe you? Sometimes the quickest way to identify your positive attributes is to ask the people you trust. They may reveal an aspect of your personality that you wouldn’t have thought to highlight.

What are admissions officers looking for in an SOP?

Admissions officers use the SOP as a chance to learn about each prospective student from their own perspective. Some ways you can help them get to know you include:

Providing concrete examples: Rather than tell the admissions officer who you are, show them. If you are a problem solver, explain a difficult problem you solved; if you are compassionate, demonstrate a time your compassion led to a success.

Being honest: It can feel a little uncomfortable to tap into your vulnerability as you write, however your openness can have a huge impact on the reader. Honesty can help build connection and demonstrate self-confidence, and it can give you an opportunity to show how you’ve turned a perceived negative into an actionable positive.

Highlighting impact: Take your credentials one step further by expressing their potential impact. Staying impact focused can be particularly useful for applicants with less traditional backgrounds. How is your unique background actually an asset?

Being concise: Say what you need to say—and nothing more. Admissions officers don’t always have time to savor prose. Often, they’ll appreciate a concise essay with proper grammar and an easy flow.

Writing tip: Read out loud

As you begin the editing process, reading your writing out loud may help you determine whether you are writing in a natural tone of voice and if the essay really sounds like you . It can also help you notice areas that might need additional clarification and catch typos that you may have missed during skimming. For added assurance, follow up your independent editing process by asking a trusted friend or advisor to review your SOP.

MBA statement of purpose example analysis

Reading examples of successful MBA SOPs can help you understand how to implement the above tips. However, keep in mind that you are telling your story, and so your final essay should look different from the samples you read.

US News & World Report published two examples of successful personal statements from accepted applicants to Temple University Fox School of Business and Yale School of Management. Read the full essays here .

What the Fox applicant does well: This applicant shares their unique path toward an MBA by recognizing that it’s atypical. Ultimately, they turn the narrative around by detailing how their background will be an asset to their career goals, and how Fox’s MBA program can help them succeed. This applicant remained open and honest about who they are, where they came from, and where they’re going.

What the Yale applicant does well: This applicant shows their proven ability to work toward their goals. They corroborate their vision of success with specific facts and details, and incorporate key business skills in their narrative, such as fundraising, long-term planning, and strategic thinking. This applicant expresses their values through their actions, while still maintaining an informative and authoritative tone.

Getting your MBA degree

Before you can start your MBA application process, you’ll need to narrow down the programs that meet your needs. Work on your degree from anywhere with an internet connection with the iMBA from University of Illinois Gies College of Business . If you’re looking for flexible learning at a breakthrough price, this could be one option for you.

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MBA Statement of Purpose | Writing tips, samples, and more!

Writing your mba statement of purpose is not going to be a cakewalk unless you know which points to cover, how to structure your sop, and what writing style to use. read on to learn more, table of contents, what is an mba statement of purpose, why should i put in so much effort, what are mba colleges looking for in an sop, what do colleges look for in an sop, how to write an mba statement of purpose, mba statement of purpose samples.

The MBA Statement of Purpose (SOP) is an essay of 600-800 words summarizing your intent behind applying to a particular university. It is the backbone of your application, supporting the story behind your test scores, academics, work experience, and your future goals.

Its main aim is to show the admissions committee at your dream university-

The MBA Statement of Purpose is the most important part of your university application. Yes, your GMAT scores , academic records, and resume are important as well. They introduce you to the MBA admissions committee. But your Statement of Purpose will be the last piece in the jigsaw puzzle of your application.

It will not only talk about your academic and professional accomplishments but also highlight your personality. You can share your thought process behind all your life choices, showcase your communication skills, and even highlight your goals here, neatly tying up your entire life, career, and future into a few hundred words.

The MBA Statement of Purpose is a bit different than other SOPs that students write.

Since most MBA programs have a condition of accepting students with work experience , applicants usually have 2 more years of their career lives to talk about.

On campus jobs are the most convenient jobs to have as a student

This means you will have to-

Though these 3 points will dictate the tone of your Statement of Purpose, you first need to decide what to talk about.

Admissions committees of different colleges ask students to talk about different aspects of their careers.

While Harvard might ask you to give a general statement, Stanford might ask you to talk about how it fits into your MBA plans.

So basically, it could be any combination of the points mentioned below-

In the end, you have to write your SOP with one goal in mind – to define your purpose for applying to that university. The more you stick to this goal, the more crisp your SOP will be.

Now that we have covered what the message of your SOP should be, it’s time to find out how you should communicate that message.

This involves following the story curve of your career –

#1. Exposition

Introduce yourself. Answer the questions who, where, and when in the grandest way possible.

#2. Break the routine; state your call!

Mention the incident that ignited your decision to pursue an MBA .

#3. State your intent

Share what you want from the MBA program at that university and why. The answer to these questions should be compelling, so make sure you do thorough research about the course and clearly understand your future career before starting.

#4. Throw in the challenges

As you move towards the goal you are most passionate about, you’re sure to have faced hurdles.

#5. Mention them

But also mention your mini victories – how you got through these difficult times and how they’ve made you grow as a person.

#6. Moment of truth

Everyone comes across a point in life where they made a decision that changed their life. Share yours – what made you take that final leap?

#7. Conclusion

String together all your dreams, challenges, and grounding moments with one place – the university. Express how your life is prepared you for it and why it’s so important to you.

Once you’re done outlining your story, also make sure you’ve covered these points along the curve-

You can read about each of these points with examples in this blog .

Born in a humble, liberal, and educated family, I was home to virtues such as ‘diligence’, ‘pursuit of knowledge’, and ’empathetic outlook towards the world’. Even today, as I stand in a leadership position steering businesses towards success, my decisions are impacted by these values every step of the way.

To be honest, studying Business wasn’t a life-long dream that I harbored. Having been molded in a strongly competitive and meritocratic environment in school, I had developed an inclination toward academics. On account of this, I was drawn to the stream of Science, harboring the belief that it was the right vocation for a course of a successful life. My naïve self was oblivious to the simple notion that success is an outcome of unceasingly doing what you love, and doing it well. As a result, my undergrad journey in Biomedical Engineering was not without bouts of self-doubt and frustration. However, while I struggled to cope in the initial semesters, I trudged on and applied a little more year after year. In hindsight, I am glad I got to grapple with dejection so early on in my life. It has made me infinitely resilient today.

Interestingly, it was also during these years that I discovered my love for the written word. While the majority of my batch-mates took to becoming coders and engineering technicians, I suffered from the oddest of the ambitions: a yen to explore. Consequently, in my first job out of college, I undertook Editorial training in Academic Sciences. This helped me hone my writing skills as well as get better at what is perhaps the most sought-after quality: that articulation.

It was later in 2014, working as a Digital Content Manager in Eridanus, a multinational agency, that I was tasked with leading and mentoring a team of 8 professionals. It was here that I got a chance to understand the functioning of the Digital business. This also helped me learn the fundamentals of Digital Marketing- from search and social to content and display advertising. I also helped the partnered brands achieve their business objectives by the way of creating effective marketing campaigns.

In the subsequent years, I rose through the ranks by diligently providing qualitative output and coming up with relevant solutions. Today, I assume the role of a Creative Director in one of the UK’s top Digital Marketing firms, heading a team of three Managers and several Executives. As a Creative leader, I strongly persevere to help my partnered clients in achieving their marketing & business objectives. I aided them by devising multi-platform communication strategies on the Web, Search, and Social Media in order to generate strong conversions. A testimony to my continued perseverance has been winning ‘Gold’ in Content Leadership and Drivers of Digital awards for internationally eminent brands such as This That Award in the previous year.

I have primarily assumed the role of a Creative professional in several organizations. However, at this point in my career, I feel the need to gain systematic knowledge about the workings of a business. Understanding this in a global context will allow me to mature from a niche “specialist” to a well-rounded Generalist.

It has been my longest-standing ambition to become an Entrepreneur of a venture with an international standing. In that light, Your University’s MBA program offers the ideal launchpad to gain a holistic knowledge of Management studies. It would allow me to master critical verticals such as the Accounting Tools, Logistics and Supply-Chain, and Corporate Finance necessary to lead a successful business. I am particularly interested in learning all about the statistical and programming tools used in the Business Analytics domain. This will help me make generalized sense of data and gain valuable insights to help weed out inefficiencies that directly impact the business revenue. While I have worked in Digital Marketing agencies, I wish to learn and understand how various Marketing efforts directly impact revenue. Learning how growth in a business setup can be directly attributed to the marketing plans is particularly interesting.

All in all, I fervently believe that this program will help me gain a holistic understanding of the functioning of an organization and mold me into a global, well-rounded business professional. I believe that with my background and 7 years of professional work experience, I will be able to add to the pool of multifarious talents and the unique mix in the class at the Something School of Business, Your University.

Writing tools & tips

Your statement of purpose is what sets you apart from all the other candidates that apply for the same spot as you do.

So make sure that you write a powerful and convincing Statement of Purpose.

Here are a few tools & tips to help you along:

While you can use tools like Grammarly while drafting your MBA Statement of Purpose, there’s one tool that can help you much more.

The SOP Analyzer is an AI-based tool that will do all these things for you-

You can use try it out here using a 7-day FREE trial and nail your Statement of Purpose quicker than you’d ever imagined!

There are a few hard and fast rules we writers follow when we want to keep a reader engaged. A few of them are these-

You will not only find fresh perspectives helpful but these people might even remind you of incidents you had forgotten and ask you to add them to your essay.

If there’s one thing I haven’t emphasized enough so far, it’s that you NEED to talk about the MBA course in depth.

You cannot just copy-paste and send the same SOP to all your shortlisted universities.

So be thorough with your research and honest with your words.

And in case you get stuck or need any kind of help, drop a comment or reach out to us !

We’d be very happy to help.

All the best!

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Question 1: Is a Statement of Purpose necessary to pursue an MBA?

Answer : As a matter of fact, yes! The Statement of Purpose is a necessary document that you should have while applying for an MBA in a university abroad.

Question 2: Is MBA SOP different from the rest SOPs?

Answer: Yes, the MBA SOP is slightly different from the other SOPs. Because most MBA programs have a condition of accepting students with work experience, the SOP usually talks about their career lives.

Question 3: What is the best tip to write an MBA SOP?

Answer: The best tip to write an MBA SOP is never to unnecessarily boast or brag about yourself. Be true to yourself!

Question 4: What are the three types of SOP formats?

Answer- Step-by-step, hierarchical steps, and flowcharts are the three different types of SOPs. Depending on their complexity, some business processes are more suited to specific kinds than others.

Question 5: What should SOPs include?

Answer- Title page, Table of Contents, Purpose, Procedures, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and References are the five elements of administrative/programmatic SOPs in general.

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MBA Letter of Intent

Updated December 28, 2022

An MBA letter of intent is a type of short essay sent to admissions committees by applicants to a particular MBA program. A letter of intent, also known as a statement of purpose, gives the committee a chance to understand the applicant’s goals and motivation.

This letter of intent could help the committee decide who would take advantage of the opportunity the most. They want to know what interests the applicant so much about this program and the school in particular.

It’s important to read a school’s admissions instructions as each program will require different admissions packages and, in some cases, may not even require a letter of intent. If the school does require a letter of intent, one should research the program, faculty, alumni, and other valuable information that one can use to write a convincing letter.

What is an MBA?

An MBA , or Masters of Business Administration, is a type of professional graduate degree that can lead to a number of career opportunities. While an MBA curriculum focuses heavily on accounting, economics, finance, and marketing, this type of degree will train students on how to manage projects and individuals in many positions. The most common job of an MBA recipient is general management, but finance/accounting, marketing/sales, and entrepreneurial positions follow closely behind.

Throughout an MBA program, students will apply ideas from the classroom to situations and projects in the real world. This exposes them to various business functions that can be helpful in a wide range of industries and opportunities. To gain acceptance into an MBA program, a school’s board of admissions will look at applicants’ undergraduate GPA, academic transcripts, exam scores, work experience, letters of recommendation, and, in some cases, extracurricular and volunteer activities.

Full-time MBA programs will take two years to complete. However, accelerated programs and part-time curriculums are available to students.

MBA Letter of Intent – Sample

Megan Knowles 160 W 9th St, Casper, WY, 82601 (307) 254-3098 March 6, 2017 University of Washington Foster School of Busines 1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA, 98195 (260) 543-9686 Dear admissions committee, I would like to first express my appreciation for the opportunity to apply to the Foster School of Business. I have been interested in pursuing my Masters in Business since I graduated high school and I believe that the University of Washington is the best place for me to accomplish this goal. I would consider it a great success to be among such notable alumni as Andrew Brimmer, Bruce Nordstrom, William S. Ayer, among other great achievers. I have earned my BA in economics from the University of Wyoming where I maintained a 3.2 GPA. I made the Dean’s list twice during my time at UofW and, as you can see by my recommendation letters, my professors and I got along very well. I have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and I am happiest when I am researching a subject that interests me, and the world of finance and economics I find endlessly fascinating. Post-graduation, I applied for a number of intern positions at insurance and trading companies as well as hedge funds before finally deciding to intern at Streamline Capital. I must admit, I was fortunate that I had a connection at the company as it is usually very hard to get in without prior work experience. At Streamline, I was able to better understand the markets and how to manage investments. I was awarded Intern of the Month on three separate occasions. I believe it wasn’t just my knowledge of the field that helped me attain this honor but also my ability to take charge of a project and maintain course until completion. It was through this job that I knew I wanted to do more than study the markets and invest money. I want to become a leader and I want to pave new roads for the future of finance. I took the GMAT last fall and received a score of 685. This along with my other academic achievements validate my application, but I believe that it is my passion for the field and for the program at Foster School of Business that will set me apart from other applicants. If accepted, I aim to make the most out of my time at the University of Washington and continue that success throughout my career. I would be happy to provide any additional information. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, [Signature] Megan Knowles