Candidate : Akshada
The NYU Stern MBA interview, conducted on Zoom with an admission team member, was a positive and engaging experience that lasted about 35 minutes. The interviewer was incredibly friendly, creating a comfortable atmosphere throughout the meeting. The questions were quite specific, focusing on my application materials and placing notable emphasis on my recruitment strategy. It was evident that Stern values candidates who have thoroughly researched and expressed genuine interest in the program. Here are the questions asked during the interview:
- Question about Pick Six.
- Could you give me an overview of your daily responsibilities? What does your typical day look like at work?
- How would your coworkers describe you with three words, and what one thing would they say makes it difficult for them to work with you?
- What is your recruitment strategy? How are you going to use resources at Stern?
- What is your Plan B? Which firms are you looking to work for in your Plan B?
- Which firms are you looking to work for your post-MBA goal?
- Specific question about the part where I talked about how I got to know about Stern.
- Which classes are you looking to take here?
- What is your leadership style?
- Which clubs are you looking to join and actively contribute?
- What surprised you the most while searching about Stern?
- Closure – my questions to the interviewer.
Preparing for specific questions related to my application materials and showcasing my understanding of Stern’s program proved essential. The interviewer’s focus on my recruitment strategy highlighted the importance Stern places on candidates being well-prepared in this aspect. Overall, it was a thorough and insightful interview that allowed me to express my enthusiasm for NYU Stern’s MBA program. Good luck to all future candidates!