Question on 500-word CBS essay - I’m currently 70-90 words over. Is that alright given that essay has to be uploaded in pdf form (vs being typed in a box that keeps count)?

funny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I think Columbia prefers to admit people who know how to follow basic directions

likefunny

Not okay. Reduce word count

like

I went to 520 and got into CBS last year. Cut it down a bit but you don't need to go all the way to 500.

like

I’ve heard a general rule of thumb is it’s okay to go ~5% over (so 525 max). Assuming the word count isn’t enforced by a text box But I’d aim for 500 and only go over if you feel you absolutely need to

“Less is more” should be your motto

Effective business writing is short and sweet.

Related Posts

Firm tightening costs bc of corona. They are looking at billables and looking to fire people who are underperforming. Not that layoffs are better, but why firing vs laying off in a time like this?

like

If anyone has any leads for an HR or People Ops role please let me know. I have an MBA in HRM and I am making less than 10k a year. I am just tired of it, I am looking for a fully remote role, I have experience in L&D and People analytics(entry level).

Any help is appreciated!

like

Does EY GDS allow leaves during the probation period? I will be joining EY soon and need to get a couple of weeks off during March next year for my wedding. Would that be a problem?

like

In which team these goodies are provided at EY GDS?
Saw this in linkedin😕

Still I have int received my new joiner welcome kit😢

Post Photo
like

Met someone amazing. Thinking about dating this person, but not sure I can get over the 21-year age difference. How much of an age gap is too much?

like

Best area to live in NYC?

Toronto based but looking to spend 1-2 months this fall in the Big Apple to explore the city and do some professional networking. Will most likely be using Airbnb. Any tips or advice? 🙏

like

Having tough time deciding between IB & Consulting. My thought process: I have a "better" background for IB (TAS/valuation) and with tech layoffs, this might push more potential would-be tech applications to pursue consulting (there by increased competition)? Additionally, you can do IB intern and full time consulting but not vice versa. I prefer consulting, but IB seems like the "safer" option? And if consulting does get hit hard, I would hopefully have a full time IB offer via internship.

like

60k saved up and want to buy a condo in chicago. Best to hold off until the next downturn or invest now?

like

Do your MBA gpa matter for anything other than your first job out of school?

like

Hi Folks, My Friend wants to switch from Tech Domain to Project Management . Is PMP Certification(1LPA)/Distance MBA(1.4LPA) good or my friend should go for proper MBA?

like

Can you share the resources or sites like leetcode to help prepare for interviews for 11 yoe experienced ui developer?

I have total experience of 6.8 years.
First 4 years experience in Laravel.
Second 2.8 experience in React.js(I am Not a HTML Developer), Node.js using ExpressJs, Basic Python (did only fixing once), MongoDB, IndexedDB.
Current started with Blockchain, created smart contracts and frontend using web3.js and remix.
Created chrome extension also.
I am a group leader right now.
Want to switch Job, preferred location : anywhere

like

Hi, I am currently working as a Business Analyst. Let me know if any referral opportunity is available for Senior Data Analyst or Senior Business Analyst roles.

YOE: 3
CTC: 14

like

Does anyone have any book/resource recommendations on the topics of P&L Management and/or Operations Management? Thanks!

like

Hi fishes 👋🏻
Anyone here from IBM India(Location:Kolkata) and Technology- Microsoft Dynamics 365?

like

I need some advice. I have had two interviews with a company for a financial analyst role. It’s a private company with one owner. SaaS. The owner mentioned they’d been the subject of theft in both interviews, which I thought was very weird. At this point, I’m assuming they’ve gotten whatever internal control issues fixed, but I haven’t outright asked the question. The accounting team is 3 people including an outsourced CFO. I understand that one would be cautious about hiring if they’ve…

FAANG abhi MAANG ho gaya. Ab aap confidence se job maang sakte hai 😸😸

funnylike

Any business development/analyst positions in South Florida for an MBA grad?

I hate how billable hours are inextricably tied to your sense of worth/achievement in this job

like

Additional Posts in MBA Applicants

Lbs ($$$ cover 80% tuition) vs haas ($$ cover 50%) ? Goal is to work in Asia (TMT Corp strategy)

like

How bad is having a letter of rec turned in a few days late?

Anyone waitlisted at Wharton have any idea if there’s anything we’re allowed to do to improve odds? Or even how to find out? I didn’t see a lot of information...

like

Would you rather be a PM at FAANG or generalist at MBB? And why?

like

Selling the full Manhattan Prep book set in NJ/NY area. Let me know if you’re interested. Books are in perfect condition.

like

Any tips for building rapport with adcoms folks? Who are the ones I should be talking to and how far in advance?

funny

Just had my GMAT rescheduled to 12/31 with no test location. Did this happen to anyone else?

like

Is choosing to take the GRE over GMAT looked down upon when applying for MBA programs ?

like

I self reported my GMAT scores on my applications that I’ve already submitted. Do I need to request official scores to be sent ASAP or can that wait until I know whether I’m getting an interview or not?

like

How much does firm prestige matter in an application? I have a couple of promotions under my belt and increased duties at 3 YOE, but not at the most prestigious name brand firm.

like

To those who have done the online GMAT, do you have any room set up tips? Also if the speakers on my personal laptop are dodgy (I usually use headphones with it) should I source a different laptop to use? I'm doing mine this Friday!

like

Has anyone heard of a non-URM consultant who got admitted to HSW while being more than a few points below the median on the test? (710 or below)? Seems like there is no one with those scores who gets admitted to HSW these days unless they have some wildly unique and good work experience and/or are URM.

like

Tuck w/ 40k scholarship or Johnson w/ 74k? For tech

like

Are admissions consulting services helpful / worth it?

like

Ball park estimate number of people on the Ross waitlist?

like

Ugh another one of these ABC vs. XYZ questions... but Kellogg or Booth?

As someone currently applying to business school and seeing others I know enter their first year at elite schools, I feel an intense, crippling toxicity towards them. Extreme jealousy and feeling like I’m not as good. I don’t know how to get over this.

likefunny

How much does GMAT score matter? Are you ok for M7 if your score is 700 & above?

Anyone good questions to bring to a coffee chat with ad com / student? Looking for some staples that can’t be answered on a website

like

I’ve decided to apply for an mba next fall for fall 2024 start since I don’t have the gmat done, recs, etc. Do you think fall 2023 would be a bad time to apply for a fall 2024 start with the job market, economy, etc. Does it make sense to try to hustle and apply for round 3 this winter for a fall 2023 start instead?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal