Wharton Stories: Admissions and Applying

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“As AI continues to change how we work, the ability to connect with people, exercise sound judgment, and navigate uncertainty is increasingly valuable. Research from Wharton faculty reinforces the importance of these human skills, particularly emotional intelligence, in an evolving business environment.” — Blair Mannix, Executive Director of Graduate Admissions

Inside MBA Admissions: 15 Years of the Team-Based Discussion

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“The most successful negotiators aren’t performing. They’re bringing their authentic selves into the conversation.” — Mori Taheripour, WG’03.

Teaching Wharton EMBA Students to Negotiate With Authenticity

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“Take time to be thoughtful and be your authentic self. We want to really get to know you throughout the application process.” – Barbara Craft, Director of Admissions for the Wharton MBA Program for Executives

Wharton EMBA Admissions Director Shares Tips on Writing Strong Essays

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“At Wharton, I gained skills in finance and leadership,” says Michael Greer, WG’21, CEO of ArtsFund. “But, just as importantly, I built a network of people across industries: tech, aerospace, venture capital, government.”

From Dancer to CEO: The Impact Journey of a Wharton MBA

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The essay questions help you reflect on where you are and where you want to go. They help you identify the reasons for coming to this program.

Dr. Ehab Hanna’s Logical Approach to the Wharton EMBA Essay

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That was a commonality I saw with myself and other classmates — we are all trying to solve complex problems and I could offer a different perspective to those problems.

Nuclear Engineer Shares Steps for Writing Admissions Essays

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Wharton MBA students come from a wide variety of backgrounds, industries, companies, and undergraduate institutions; there truly is no single “right” path to business school.

Inbox Confessionals: Answers to Common Wharton MBA Questions

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“The ability to take electives with a different cohort is an extraordinary opportunity to build connections with more students from differing backgrounds and industries,” says Richard Waterman, Deputy Vice Dean for Wharton’s EMBA Program.

Wharton EMBA Program Offers Cross-Cohort Flexibility

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The Round 2 deadline for Wharton’s MBA Program for Executives is January 14, 2025.

Tips for Round 2 Applications from the Admissions Director

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“Take some time for some introspection to figure out who you are, what makes you stand out, and your ‘why’. The application process may seem long and daunting, but if you believe in yourself and your ‘story’, it will make the journey worthwhile.” – Veronica Rivera, WG’26

Meet Seven New Members of Incoming MBA Class of 2026