#239 How to Capture the AdCom's Attention (Repost)

The Touch MBA Admissions Podcast by Darren Joe: Former MBA Admissions Director Helping You Get Admitted

Jul 30, 202600:16:27Education

Capturing your reader's attention is the most important goal of your MBA application. You want the admissions officer to remember you after reading 20 applications that day. The longer you can keep his or her attention (...

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