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今天在网上看了一下历年wharton adcom和申请人的讨论，觉得很多信息对大家的申请还是很有帮助的。adcom确实是在不停的向大家传递信息，字里行间都在呐喊他们在寻找什么样的人。但具体落实到个人的情况，就是见仁见智了。 我把一些信息整理了一下，希望大家踊跃讨论。
没有工作经验的申请人 Linda Abraham (Sep 8, 2005 10:17:04 AM)
Does that mean you will be giving early-career applicants a more serious look? TammyCarterWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:17:26 AM)
It's a trong possibility, Linda. ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:18:01 AM)
Linda, it means that we are encouraging them to apply, and giving them support in our office. We will be training our adcom to look for specific traits and exceptional qualities that these candidates possess.
ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:25:10 AM)
Sandman, experience is relative. Many undergrads have tremendous leadership and internship experiences. The key issue is this: why is now the right time for a Wharton MBA? That is a critical question for any applicant to answer. We are always looking at ways to increase and broaden our course offerings. For example, when new areas of interest arise, you will often see new courses appear. This year we see a new course on Management and strategy in China, for example.
再申请以及R1，2的区别 ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:23:09 AM)
AJ, none whatsoever. Apply when you are ready. We understand that for some reapplicants, it may have only been a few months since they received their decision, and they may want the extra time to update their application. NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ROUNDS 1 AND 2. Sorry to shout, just wanted to make sure that came through loud and clear...
在wharton的体会（可用于写essays）
ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:28:11 AM)
Lejun, I use what I learned at Wharton every day. In fact, my only regret is that I did not have an extra two years to take all the courses I wanted to! Your coursework is critical to your experience, and the team-based learning environment ensures that you learn. As for contribution, that is a very personal decision, and part of what makes Wharton so wonderful. Of course, you contribute in class and in your learning teams, but you also find ways to contribute through clubs, boards, etc. ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:41:47 AM)
Paul, as an alumus, I can tell you that Wharton's method really gives you great exposure to all the facets of a problem. You learn the theory, then apply it across a broad range of situations, so that when you are faced with challenges in "the real world," you are well prepared... 关于中国企业的新课程
PeggyBishopLaneWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:32:02 AM)
Lejun, here's a snippet of the course description: This course will acquaint students with the governance and management of some of the largest and best known Chinese firms, and with the capabilities and liabilities of Chinese firms and hence their strategic options. It will provide students tools needed to assess the investment potential of Chinese firms and the opportunity to do original research on issues of governance and management of Chinese firms. PeggyBishopLaneWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:49:49 AM)
AJ, I do not think there is a course like that for Japan. The reason it makes sense in China is that in moving from a communist to a more capitalist regime, there are many interesting issues that arise. That's not the case with Japan! However, we do have an exchange program with Keio (see prior question) that would be a great opportunity if someone wanted to delve into that area. We also have Independent study opportunities, so that if a professor were working on an issue particular to Japan or had an interest in that area, a student could always propose a project and try to work with that professor.
录取标准
ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:38:48 AM)
We look for three major things: intellectual curiosity; passion; and a desire to make an impact. We want students who will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a hunger for learning into Wharton and carry that into the workplace afterwards. In addition, candidates who themselves stand out from the pack. Many people will "over polish" their applications and lose their personality and voice in the process. Don't tell us what you think we want to hear- tell us what you want us to know about you...
ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 10:58:00 AM)
Sandman: I'd agree that fit is very important. Wharton tends to attract students who enjoy a large community, team-based learning, and a dynamic environment where you are challenged to excel every day. We are an entrepreneurial culture- students who excel here are proactive people who like to shape their own destiny
没有商业背景的申请人
WhartonFan (Sep 8, 2005 10:59:31 AM)
Thomas: How does the adcom view extensive part-time graduate study in a non-business discipline?
ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 11:00:30 AM)
WhartonFan: we view it as part of who you are. It's up to you to incorporate it into your application. Tell us why you did it, and how it relates to why you now want an MBA from Wharton
关于major的讨论
Guest (Sep 8, 2005 11:09:08 AM)
Peggy, this is close to what you addressed earlier but there seems to be a lot of interest in this topic: At Wharton, students declare majors; how does this affect the academic experience (e.g. how specific is your academic experience, versus general management, and versus other business schools where you don't declare a major)? PeggyBishopLaneWharton (Sep 8, 2005 11:09:08 AM)
I think the major just ensures you have a depth of knowledge as well as breadth. We find that makes a better overall MBA graduate. It never seems to hinder anyone's ability to take what they are interested in. In fact, many students try to double major! 成绩单
lategroomer (Sep 8, 2005 11:09:37 AM)
Thomas: I have my transcript from India, which was prepared in 1994; can I submit a copy of that with the application, upload the self-reported transcript and order the transcript from school later once admitted?\ ThomasCaleelWharton (Sep 8, 2005 11:09:56 AM)
lategroomer: yes. | 
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