Michigan Ross MBA: Admissions & School Research

Here at Menlo Coaching, we appreciate the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor for its commitment to teamwork and real-world experience.

Menlo Coaching’s Founding Partner, David White interviewed Soojin Kwon, the Managing Director of MBA Admissions and Student Experience at Ross to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be both an applicant and a student at this prestigious MBA program.

This interview includes:

You can watch more from David and Soojin, with videos covering The Ideal Ross MBA Candidate, The Ross MBA Curriculum, and Employment Outcomes and Ross Alumni Network.

Interview with the Ross School of Business Admissions Director

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Who is Ross Interested in for Its MBA Program?

And why is MBA admissions like dating?

There are a lot of ways in which the MBA process is a bit like dating. Hear us out, there are two different parties involved with their own needs, preconceived notions, and expectations for the future. Let’s break down the ins and outs of this analogy and discuss how to map Ross’ admissions process onto it.

So given this dating-like relationship, it’s important for applicants to understand if they are a good fit for Ross and vice-versa. 

Early Birds Toolkit

Learn 3 Steps You Should Take NOW to Improve Your Profile for R1 2024

In MBA admissions, starting early can significantly boost your chances. 

But there are no shortcuts, and while R1 2024 deadlines might seem far off, building your profile takes time.

Our Early Birds Toolkit has everything you need to get started right now—leave your name and email, and we’ll send you three actionable steps to elevate your profile, plus time-saving tools for faster progress.