by Transcend Admissions | Aug 16, 2026 | Application Strategy
Yi-Chun is preparing to apply for an MBA to support her career pivot from pharmaceutical sales into strategic consulting in the healthcare field. However, she faces a dilemma about whom she should ask to write her recommendations. Because of a recent shakeup in her...
by Transcend Admissions | Jul 6, 2026 | Application Strategy, MBA Essays
There are many instances in which it is helpful – sometimes it’s even expected – to add additional information to one’s application profile. However, it’s important to understand that the Optional Essay is truly optional. Applicants should avoid writing an...
by Transcend Admissions | Jun 15, 2026 | Application Strategy, MBA Interviews
This year, we looked back at hundreds of interview reports shared by our clients from the past decade to identify trends or changes in the ways that MBA programs approach interviews. We suspected that over time there might be more technology-related or...
by Transcend Admissions | Jun 2, 2026 | Application Strategy, Skills
In every office, the people who make up the various teams possess a wide array of skills and personalities. While technical specialists like R&D engineers, data scientists, and analysts show their value through their technical expertise and domain knowledge,...
by Transcend Admissions | Apr 7, 2026 | Application Strategy, MBA
Thomas is in a challenging spot. He applied to his dream MBA program and was rejected. While he is considering applying to different programs next year, his heart is really set on his top choice. When evaluating Thomas as a reapplicant, the admissions committee will...
by Transcend Admissions | Mar 24, 2026 | Application Strategy, Job Search
According to the 2024 GMAC survey data of prospective North American MBA candidates, 39% of MBA applicants were seeking to change their role or function, while 30% expected to change industries. A key element of the MBA application is to convince the admission...
by Transcend Admissions | Aug 4, 2025 | Application Strategy
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