The Best Book On HBS Admissions

The Best Book on HBS Admissions provides readers with an insider's perspective and advice on the Harvard Business School application process.
Recent HBS graduate Ben Schumacher addresses questions from HBS hopefuls head-on, including details on how to prepare the ideal resume, how to construct the perfect HBS essays, and tips for wowing your interviewers.
Inside this book, Ben breaks down the application process and offers readers actionable advice for each and every step of the way. Readers will find sample resumes, GMAT preparation tools and advice, sample interview questions and answers, and Ben's firsthand experience on student life at Harvard.
The author shares his own experiences through personal stories and examples that are filled with unique pointers and fascinating information you never knew about HBS. Not only will this eBook guide readers through the application and admissions processes, but it delves into life at Harvard as an MBA student, and gives advice on post-grad options.
CHAPTER OUTLINE
Preface
Dear Reader,
Note To The Reader
Why HBS?
The Benefits Of An HBS Education
Is HBS Right For You?
HBS Admissions Criteria
Who Is HBS Looking For?
Communicating Your Vision
Applying To HBS - Your Biggest Challenge
Hiring Admissions Consultants
Should I Hire An Admissions Consultant?
The HBS Application Process
Your Road Map To The HBS Application
Timing Your Application & Using The Application Matrix
The GMAT
Conquer The GMAT
HBS Campus Visit
Go On A Strategic Campus Visit
HBS Resume
Create A Flawless Resume
HBS Essays
Anatomy Of A Winning HBS Essay
Suggestions For Tackling Specific HBS Essay Questions
HBS Rec Letters
How To Manage Your Recommendation Letters
HBS Interview
Illuminate HBS's Interview Room
Funding Your HBS Education
How To Pay For HBS
Academics At HBS
Coursework At HBS - What To Expect
Life At HBS
A Day In The Life Of An HBS Student
Networking At HBS
Building Your Network At HBS & Beyond
Careers & Internships At HBS
Internship & Job Opportunities At HBS
My HBS Essays
HBS Essay #1. What Are Your 3 Most Substantial Accomplishments & Why Do You View Them As Such?
HBS Essay #2. What Have You Learned From A Mistake?
HBS Essay #3B. Discuss How You Have Engaged With A Community Or Organization.
HBS Essay #3D. What Is Your Career Vision & Why Is This Choice Meaningful To You?