Navigating Your MBA Interview with Confidence & Strategy

The MBA interview is often surrounded by myths—perfect answers, flawless delivery, or the idea that one misstep can sink your candidacy. In reality, interviews are far less about performance and far more about connection. They are an opportunity to step beyond the written application and demonstrate your interpersonal skills, self-awareness, and authentic fit with the program. This workshop will equip you with the mindset and tools to approach your MBA interview strategically and confidently. You’ll learn how to move past scripted responses, ground your answers in key themes, and engage in genuine two-way conversation. From articulating your career journey and lessons learned to asking insightful questions that showcase fit, this session will help you transform the interview into a dynamic, authentic dialogue that strengthens your candidacy. By the end of this session, you will be able to: * Master your core narrative by articulating your career journey, accomplishments, and goals with clarity and authenticity. * Prepare strategically, not mechanically by organizing your responses around key themes (leadership, teamwork, challenges, goals, fit) rather than memorized scripts. * Engage as a two-way participant by asking thoughtful, personalized questions that demonstrate genuine interest and informed research. * Demonstrate self-awareness and reflection by going beyond facts to share what you learned, how you grew, and how you think. * Showcase interpersonal presence by connecting authentically with your interviewer, communicating clearly, and handling unexpected questions with composure.