안녕하세요! 반달곰원장입니다.
시카고북쪽지역의 도시 에반스톤에 있는 노스웨스턴 켈로그 MBA는 다른 탑MBA와는 다르게 1년제MBA를 제공하고 있습니다. 6월에 시작하는 켈로그1년제 MBA를 하기 위해서는 그만큼 직장경력이 있어야하고 비즈니스에 대한 기반이 잘 마련되어 있다는 가정하에서 시작을 합니다. 그리고 기본적으로 학부때나 다른 대학원에서 아래의 과정중 3개의 과정은 우수한 성적으로 이수한 자에게 기회가 주어집니다.
위의 과정중에서 3과정을 하고 충분한 직장경력을 가진 후보자중에서 노스웨스턴MBA입학사정위원회를 통과한 후보자들은 6월에서 수업을 시작합니다. 6월 여름에 필수과목을 공부하고 가을부터는 2년제 MBA학생들과 함께 선택과목을 이수하게 됩니다. 15.5 course credits을 이수하면 그 다음해 6월에 MBA학위를 받게 됩니다. 그래서 다른 어느 1년제 MBA처럼 2년안에 배울 내용을 1년으로 집약해서 공부하는 것이 아니라, 기초가 있다고 인정되는 후보자들이 1년안에 켈로그MBA를 받을 수 있게 해주는 경제적인 MBA과정이라고 할 수 있습니다.
이런 1년제MBA와 2년제 Full TIme MBA의 입학지원일정을 샆펴보면 아래와 같습니다. 1년제MBA와 2년제 MBA의 입학지원일정에는 차이가 없습니다. 1라운드 마감은 9월 22일, 2라운드 마감은 1월 6일입니다. 마지막 3라운드 마감은 4월 6일이므로 일정을 잘 체크하여 지원할 수 있도록 해야겠습니다.
Important Dates
| ROUND 1 | ROUND 2 | ROUND 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
Application Deadline | September 22, 2015 | January 6, 2016 | April 6, 2016 |
On-Campus Interviews Must be Scheduled by | September 25, 2015 | January 8, 2016 | April 8, 2016 |
All Interviews Must be Completed by | November 21, 2015 | February 27, 2016 | April 23, 2016 |
Decision Released | December 16, 2015 | March 23, 2016 | May 11, 2016 |
Deposit Due | February 12, 2016 | April 28, 2016 | June 1, 2016 |
다음은 에세이관련입니다. 노스웨스턴은 에세이가 두가지 종류가 있습니다. traditional essay가 있고 video essay가 있습니다. 두개중의 하나를 선택하는 방식이 아니라 두개를 모두 작성해야하는 것입니다. 먼저 written essay question부터 알아보겠습니다.
Essay Questions
For 2015-2016, the following two essays are required of all applicants:
1. Leadership and teamwork are integral parts of the Kellogg experience. Describe a recent and meaningful time you were a leader. What challenges did you face, and what did you learn? (450 words)
2. Pursuing an MBA is a catalyst for personal and professional growth. How have you grown in the past? How do you intend to grow at Kellogg? (450 words)
Certain applicants will respond to additional questions:
- Dual-degree applicants: For applicants to the MMM or JD-MBA dual degree programs, please explain why that program is right for you. (250 words)
- Re-applicants: Since your previous application, what steps have you taken to strengthen your candidacy? (250 word limit)
All applicants have the opportunity to provide explanations or clarification inAdditional Information:
- If needed, use this section to briefly describe any extenuating circumstances (e.g. unexplained gaps in work experience, choice of recommenders, inconsistent or questionable academic performance, etc.) (no word count)
Video Essay
The Video Essays provide applicants with an additional opportunity to demonstrate what they will bring to our vibrant Kellogg community – in an interactive way. Each applicant will complete two short video essay questions. The questions are designed to bring to life the person we have learned about on paper.
After submitting a completed application, each applicant will be asked to complete two Video Essay Questions. one will be about the candidate’s interest in Kellogg and the other will be a “getting to know you” type of question.
There are 10 practice questions which candidates can complete as many times as they like to get comfortable with the format and technology. The practice questions and experience will simulate the actual video essay experience, so this is meant to be a useful tool and help applicants feel prepared.
There is not an opportunity to re-do the answer to the official video essay questions. We encourage applicants to practice so they are comfortable with the format once it is time to complete the official questions.
Candidates will have 20 seconds to think about their question and up to 1 minute to give their response.
We estimate the Video Essays will take 15-20 minutes to complete – which includes time for set-up and answering all the practice questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does Kellogg have a video essay?
A: Student culture is hugely important at Kellogg. So we want to meet everyone. EVERYONE. We use the video essays as additional information to the application. It is the last thing we review when reading an application. It gives us a sense of your personality and allows us to get to know you in a more personal way than we can through your essays.
Q: What makes a good video essay?
A: Be yourself. We don't want scripted answers - we want to get to know you and learn something new. Please do not try to reuse an example from an essay that might in some roundabout way answer the video essay question you are being asked (and we already read that essay, so why tell us that story again?). Think about your answer and prepare ahead of time, but when you record your answer speak authentically – we can tell if you are reading notes! And, no need to memorize an answer to the Kellogg question… it might make you sound like a robot.
Q: What kind of questions will you ask?
A: We are going to be honest about this. Really. We don't want you to stress. We will ask you one icebreaker question, with no “right answer”, to help us get to know you. Want an example? Okay. "If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be and why?" See, not so hard. The second question will be about Kellogg. And to make this even less mysterious we are going to give you the question. Seriously. Here it is: “What path are you interested in pursuing, how will you get there, and why is this program right for you?”
Q: Are there right or wrong answers?
A: No. This isn't a test. We use the video essay to gain additional information about you and get to know you in a more personal way. Don't have a perfect answer to the question? Do not panic! Answer it the best way you can and let your personality shine.
Q: How many times can I record myself?
A: You can practice recording yourself as many times as you want and the practice experience (format and types of questions) will be identical to the actual experience. But, when it comes to getting your actual video essay questions, you will only have one try. So practice. We know you like to be prepared! Get comfortable with the technology. We put good practice questions out there so you won't be nervous. Have fun and do your best.
Q: Really, I don't get a second chance?
A: Nope, sorry. This is a bit like an interview. Sometimes in an interview you are asked a question and you don't have the perfect answer, but you go ahead and give the best response you can. And, most of the time, it turns out well. That's what this is. Take a deep breath before you start and be confident in yourself and your ability to give a great answer.
Q: How much time will I have to think of a response and how long will I have to give my answer?
A: You will have 20 seconds to think of your response and 60 seconds to give your answer. We suggest you practice. It will make this easier. Take 10 minutes to go through the practice questions. Answer them as if they were your real questions. The more you practice the more comfortable you will feel doing the real video essays.
Q: What should I wear? Do I have to wear a suit?
A: You can wear a suit if you want to; but business casual is certainly okay with us too. And really, we will only see your head and shoulders so you can wear a collared shirt and we would never know you were still in your sweatpants.
Q: Where should I record my video essay?
A: Wherever you like - your office, kitchen, apartment, hotel room. Just make sure you pick a place where you have a good internet connection and no distractions.
Q: What part of the application process is the video essay? How do I access the Video Essay?
A: After submitting your application, the Video Essay will be available when you log in to your applicant status page.
Q: How much time will I have to complete the video essays?
A: After submitting your application you will be given access to the Video Essay component and will have one week after the application is due to complete the Video Essay. We encourage applicants to complete their Video Essay shortly after submitting the application while information is still fresh in your mind and so you don’t forget! Also, please try not to wait for the last possible moment to record your video essay - it will feel more stressful if you are doing it at the last minute and in a rush. Block out 15-20 minutes a few days after you submit your application and complete it.
Q: How long will this take me?
A: To be safe we are saying 15-20 minutes, but we think 15 if you decide not to do all the practice questions and don't have any questions on the set-up.
