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MIT / Sloan Essay Topics 2010-2011

After releasing its deadlines earlier this summer, MIT/Sloan has just updated its essay questions. The four prompts are as follows:

Cover Letter
Prepare a cover letter seeking a place in the MIT Sloan MBA Program. Describe your accomplishments and include an example of how you had an impact on a group or organization. Your letter should conform to standard business correspondence and be addressed to Mr. Rod Garcia, Director of MBA Admissions. (500 words or fewer)

Essay 1
Please describe a time when you went beyond what was defined, expected, established, or popular. (500 words or fewer, limited to one page)

Essay 2
Please describe a time when you convinced an individual or group to accept one of your ideas. (500 words or fewer, limited to one page)

Essay 3
Please describe a time when you took responsibility for achieving an objective. (500 words or fewer, limited to one page)

The official application is currently being updated, and is set to be available mid-July. For more information, visit the school’s website.

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