MBA in MBA (Full Time)

Interview Sample Questions: 1. Tell Me About Yourself 2. Why rice? 3. What will you bring to Rice? 4. What would your guiding factor in making a final decision of which school would end up in ? 5. Also, is rice your 1st choice of school? What factors will I keep in mind while finalizing a school 6. Post MBA goal or Short-term and long-term goals and Plan B in case they don’t work out 7. What are you doing now towards that goal? 8. Do you have experience working with people with different backgrounds and different point of views 9. What clubs/activities you are interested in at Rice 10. Have you interacted with Rice students? Mention their names. 11. If you receive multiple offers, what would be your key considerations in reaching a decision? 12. Any specific activities and courses you're eager to partake in at Rice? 13. What does diversity mean to you? 14. Rice gives huge importance to DEI and has the tagline "You belong here." How do you wish to promote diversity and inclusion in this community, or how have you experienced DEI personally and professionally?

To submit your application, you must upload unofficial copies of transcripts for each degree that you have earned or any degree in process. Your transcripts must include the name of the degree awarded and the degree conferral date if the degree has been awarded.

Required Creative Essay: While we know a picture is worth 1000 words, in 500 words or less tell us the story of a photo of your choosing that has significant value in your life experiences. Please feel free to share your photo! You can complete this essay via a traditional written response (500-word limit) or via a video response (one to three-minute time limit).

A letter of recommendation is a required component of the Rice MBA application. While any professional recommendation is accepted, we'd prefer a letter from your current or a former supervisor. A maximum of two (2) letters of recommendation are allowed. LOR Question Please answer the following questions and provide specific examples where possible. 1) Please provide a brief description of your interaction with the applicant and, if applicable, the applicant’s role in your organization. (Recommended word count: 50 words) 2) How does the performance of the applicant compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? (E.g. what are the applicant’s principal strengths?) (Recommended word count: 500 words) 3) Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (Recommended word count: 500 words) 4) (Optional) Is there anything else we should know?

In order to assess your work experience, we require you to submit a professional resume. Spend some time before submitting your application to make sure that your resume is up-to-date and appropriate to use in an application to a business school.

Required Short Answer Responses: (100-word limit, each) Rice Business seeks to have a clear understanding of your career goals upon the completion of your MBA experience. 1) Short-Term Career Goal Text (Word Limit: 100 words)

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