2015년 12월에 반달곰원장이 듀크대학교 Fuqua MBA를 방문하고 직접 찍은 사진입니다.
안녕하세요, 반달곰원장입니다.
오늘은 반달곰원장이 미국 노스캐롤라이나의 명문사립대학교인 Duke University 듀크대학교의 Fuqua School of Business에 대해서 말씀드리겠습니다. 반달곰원장이 2015년 12월에 직접 방문하였고 올해 듀크대학교 Fuqua MBA컨설팅을 해준데다가 지속적으로 방문학자분들을 도와드리고 있기에 의미가 남다릅니다. 우리나라 직장인들이 하버드, 스탠포드, 콜롬비아, 유펜 레벨 다음으로 고려하는 MBA가 Fuqua MBA인 것 같습니다. 그런데 어던 분들은 쉽게 합격을 하는데 어던 분들은 참으로 안타깝게도 떨어지는데 그것은 듀크대학교 MBA만의 특수한 상황, 아니 MBA프로그램의 특별한 상황때문에 그런 결과가 나오는 것 같습니다.
오늘은 반달곰원장이 직장인들이 가장 많이 지원하는 22개월 Day Time MBA에 대해서 알아볼 것인데 제일 먼저 입학지원일정을 살펴보겠습니다.
Application Deadlines for 2017 - 2018
| Early Action | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 |
Application Deadline (all deadlines are at 11:59 pm ET) | Sept. 12, 2017 | Oct. 10, 2017 | Jan. 3, 2018 | Mar. 20, 2018 |
Interview Invitations Sent By Midnight (ET) — Not viewable on phone or mobile device. | Sept. 26, 2017 | Nov. 9, 2017 | Jan 30, 2018 | Apr 11, 2018 |
Interview Period | In Durham: Off-Campus Locations: | In Durham & Off-Campus: Nov. 27 - Dec. 4, 2017 | In Durham & Off-Campus: Feb 8-24, 2018 | Via Skype: Apr. 14 - 19, 2018 |
Decision Notifications Sent By Midnight (ET) — Not viewable on phone or mobile device. | Oct. 19, 2017 | Dec. 15, 2017 | Mar. 15, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
Admit Weekend (Blue Devil Weekend or BDW) | There will be two admitted student weekends: Feb. 2-4, 2018 and April 6 - 8, 2018. once admitted, you may attend one or both events. | |||
Domestic Student 1st Tuition Deposit & Official Transcript Deadline | Dec. 8, 2017 | Feb. 15, 2018 | April 23, 2018 | May 14, 2018 |
International Student 1st Tuition Deposit & Official Transcript Deadline | Dec. 8, 2017 | Feb. 15, 2018 | Apr. 26, 2018 | May 14, 2018 |
1st Non-Refundable Tuition Deposit Amount | 3,000 USD | 2,000 USD | 2,000 USD | 2,000 USD |
2nd Non-Refundable Tuition Deposit and Deadline | June 15, 2018 | June 15, 2018 | June 15, 2018 | June 15, 2018 |
Visa Paperwork Deadline for International Students | Mar. 2, 2018 | Mar. 2, 2018 | May 4, 2018 | May 24, 2018 |
위에서 살펴보면 얼리 라운드 마감은 9월 12일이고 1라운드 마감은 10월 10일입니다. 2라운드 마감일은 1월 3일이고 마지막 3라운드 마감일은 3월 20일입니다. 그럼 듀크 Fuqua MBA 입학지원을 위한 조건들을 살펴보도록 하겠습니다. 입학지원을 위한 조건중 제일 관심있어 할 수 있는 것은 듀크의 경우 직장 경력을 요구하지 않는다는 것입니다. 직장경력을 가졌으면 하고 선호는 하지만 필수는 아니기에 직장경력으로 고민하는 분들은 적극적으로 듀크 Fuqua MBA를 고려하시길 바라겠습니다.
그럼 admission requirements를 살펴보도록 하겠습니다.
· Online MBA Application
· Transcripts
· Essays
· Resume
· Letters of Recommendation
· GMAT or GRE
· Application Fee
· Interviews
듀크 MBA지원에 있어 특징은 에세이입니다. 다른 탑랭킹 MBA와는 다른 특이한 것들이 있습니다. 그럼 학교에서 안내하는 내용을 살펴보도록 하겠습니다.
Application Essays for 2017 - 2018
Three short answer questions and 2 essays are required from all applicants.
Instructions for All Essays:
· Responses should use 1.5 line spacing and a font size no smaller than 10-point.
· Do not copy the essay question in the document you upload with your application.
· Respond fully and concisely. Length requirements vary by question, and are detailed below.
· Responses must be completed before submitting your application.
· Prepare your responses carefully. The Admissions Committee considers your answers important in the selection process.
· All essays are scanned using plagiarism detection software. Expressing your ideas by using verbiage from existing sources, including other applicants' essays or materials, without properly crediting those sources constitutes an act of plagiarism. Plagiarism is considered a cheating violation within the Honor Code and will result in an application denial. Note: if you have worked with a consultant to complete your application materials, please ensure that the honor code policy is discussed and he/she will not share your essays with other potential applicants.
Required Short Answer Questions
Instructions: Answer all 3 of the following questions. For each question, respond in 500 characters only (the equivalent of about 100 words).
1. What are your short-term goals, post-MBA?
2. What are your long-term goals?
3. Life is full of uncertainties, and plans and circumstances can change. As a result, navigating a career requires you to be adaptable. Should the short-term goals that you provided above not materialize what alternative directions have you considered?
First Required Essay: 25 Random Things About Yourself
Instructions: Present your response in list form, numbered 1 to 25. Some points may be only a few words, while others may be longer. Your complete list should not exceed 2 pages.
The "Team Fuqua" spirit and community is one of the things that sets The Duke MBA experience apart, and it is a concept that extends beyond the student body to include faculty, staff, and administration. When a new person joins the Admissions team, we ask that person to share with everyone in the office a list of "25 Random Things About Yourself." As an Admissions team, we already know the new hire's professional and academic background, so learning these "25 Random Things" helps us get to know someone's personality, background, special talents, and more.
In this spirit, the Admissions Committee also wants to get to know you–beyond the professional and academic achievements listed in your resume and transcript. You can share with us important life experiences, your likes/dislikes, hobbies, achievements, fun facts, or anything that helps us understand what makes you who you are. Share with us your list of "25 Random Things" about YOU.
Second Required Essay
Instructions: Your response should be no more than 2 pages in length.
Fuqua prides itself on cultivating a culture of engagement. Our students enjoy a wide range of student-led organizations that provide opportunities for leadership development and personal fulfillment, as well as an outlet for contributing to society. Our student-led government, clubs, centers, and events are an integral part of the student culture and are vital to providing you with a range of experiential learning and individual development experiences.
Based on your understanding of the Fuqua culture, how do you see yourself engaging in and contributing to our community, outside of the classroom?
Optional Essay
If you feel there are circumstances of which the Admissions Committee should be aware, please explain them in an optional essay (such as unexplained gaps in work, choice of recommenders, inconsistent or questionable academic performance).
· Do NOT upload additional essays nor additional recommendations in this area of the application.
· The Optional Essay is intended to provide the Admissions Committee with insight into your circumstances only.
· Limit your response to one page.
위에서 보는 것처럼 에세이에 대해서 매우 자세히 안내를 하고 있습니다. 그 만큼 에세이에 대해서 매우 신경을 쓰고 중요하게 생각한다는 것입니다. 그리고 듀크의 유명한 에세이 질문인 25 Randon things about yourself 에 대해서 어떻게 작성해야 하는지도 자세히 설명을 하고 있습니다. 이 것이 쉬운 듯하지만 정말 쉽지가 않기에 도움을 받아서 작성하는 것이 좋습니다.
듀크 후쿠아MBA 학생수는 445명입니다. 이 학생들의 GMAT성적 80%는 640점에서 750점사이입니다. 학비는 1년에 $65,665 이므로 2년을 계산하면 13만달러가 넘는 학비입니다. 1억5천만원 정도의 학비를 투자하여 공부를 하는 만큼, 생활비까지 포함하면 거의 2억5천에서 3억정도 투자하는 중요한 결정이니 잘 고민하시고 그리고 결정하였으면 잘 준비하시길 바랍니다. 그럼 미국 동남부의 하버드대학교라고 하는 듀크대학교 Fuqua MBA 에 지원하고자 하는 분들은 반달곰원장에게 문의하시길 바랍니다. 친절하게 컨설팅해드리겠습니다.
