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It was a stressful interview, no introductions or friendly banter.
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Pretty standard small talk & intros for first 5 minutes.
Talk me through your resume.
Why do you want an MBA and why from Columbia?
What are your short-term and long-term career goals?
What is your backup plan if those goals don’t work out?
How do you think you’ll contribute to the culture at Columbia?
What are some challenges and obstacles you foresee while you are getting your MBA?
Overall very low key and relaxed interview that felt very “fit” focused. I feel like we clicked on personal level. No curveball questions.
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