University of Virginia Darden School of Business
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Representative: Merav Frazier | Senior Associate Director of Global Recruitment | [email protected]
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Tsirison Albert
Thank you for Merav Frazier as well
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@MBAFair Admin thank you
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Thank you all for your time! Please don't hesitate to reach out as you navigate this MBA process! Please visit us on our website: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/admissions and all social media platforms.
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And connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merav-frazier/
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I'm Merav Frazier, by the way, you all can reach me at [email protected] with any follow-up questions.
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Or - thank you for attending! I'm glad you are finding it helpful!
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this is very helpful @Darden_Virginia
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We've had conferences in the past with sessions on this topic as well
Sarah
Thanks
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Sarah, nothing formal yet, but there is a growing community, so it wouldn't surprise me if we had a club for it in the next year or so
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Just a few minutes left! Any final questions?
Sarah
Are there clubs, organizations, or networking events dedicated to students with family business backgrounds?
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Also note, we accept the GMAT, GRE, and Executive Assessment
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Noa, yes! Please send updates throughout the application process.
Noa
If I apply with low GMAT but improve it after the deadline, will you accept an update?
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LinkedIn is a great way to connect with our alumni and hear about their experiences!
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Hi Haim! Our alumni network is a good size, but currently we don't have any Israelis at Darden. :( I'm trying to change that! In the past, we've had 1-2 in each class + some dual citizens.
Haim
Hi Darden. how is the Israeli network of students ? how many Israelies study there every year?
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The Learning Experience at Darden: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/academics/learning-experience
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It'll be extremely challenging to balance a part-time job during your first-year at Darden, therefor, no. But there's more flexibility during your 2nd year if you wanted to take on a research position or something.
Harel
Hi! Can I do part-time job while studying at Darden?
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We have a career advisor that is dedicated to working with our international student population and she is amazing!
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International Student Career Support: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/career-support/international-students
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International students are limited to certain job opportunities post-grad, but that's not unique to Darden. Our international students have a high placement rate, just as our domestic students do. Our program is also STEM-designated, so you have 3 years to work in the US post-grad.
Noa
How should international students who are impacted by visa restrictions position themselves to be competitive with other applicants? Do domestic students have an advantage when applying to your programs?
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This is casual!
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Even if you are in your pajamas!! :)
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My zoom room will be open for the next 30 min or so, please feel free to join and chat! https://darden-virginia.zoom.us/my/meravf
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We evaluate candidates holistically - all three of those parts are important to us
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Ashkenazi - there is no secret to getting in. Candidates stand out simply by having a strong academic profile, clear and concise narrative/plan, and a great personality during the interview.
Ashkenazi
What is that one thing that will help my application stand out?
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Hi Gali! Yes, that was me last year! I hope it's in-person next year as well.
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Sofer - sure! If you want to switch careers and want a two-year residential experience in order to make that pivot. Yes!
Gali
Hi Merav. I think I met you last year at the mba fair. I hope it will be in person next year
Sofer
have 11 years of experience. My post-MBA goal is to switch careers. Is it recommended to apply to the two year program?
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I'm originally from Neve Sha'anan, Haifa :)
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Where in Israel is everyone connecting from?
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Ranges for GMAT and GRE can be found on the class profile: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/admissions/class-profile
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Our average on the original exam was a 716 last year
Moti
Which GMAT result do you consider to be competitive?
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It's important for everyone to keep in mind, regardless of background, you need to highlight for us your experiences (where you've been), tell us where you'd like to go (your career plan), and note how the Darden MBA can help you along the way (achieve your goals).
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I don't know about Wharton, but it's fine for Darden. :) Find a customer/client and/or outside mentor to write on your behalf.
Ofer
hi, I come from a different background. my family do real-estate, and I have always worked in the family businesses. I dont really have a boss (my dad and grandfather). is my profile ok for an MBA at Wharton? who can I bring to recommend me?
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There are scholarships in various amounts, up to a full. We consider "points of merit" for these scholarships. Merit = strong academic performance, testing, and leadership
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Sarah, it's not about what you did/are doing, but WHY. We want to know the reasoning of your choices and what you've learned from your experiences.
Moti
Are there full scholarships in your school? How do you get them?
Chen
Thanks :)
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Chen - same answer :)
Sarah
Also, is the impact in Family business given equal importance as working else where?
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Sarah - from a client/customer would be fine and/or outside mentor
Chen
My experience is with family business. Who should I choose as recommender?
Sarah
If I have worked in my Family business, how should I proceed with my letters of recommendations?
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Happy to chat about Darden's opportunities and more: https://darden-virginia.zoom.us/my/meravf
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Admissions Deadlines! https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/admissions/apply/deadlines Our first one is September 5th! :)
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Clubs and Organizations: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/culture-community/clubs-organizations
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Class Profile: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/admissions/class-profile
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Employment Report: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/career-support/employment-report
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Here are some additional resources about Darden:
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Through a number of different ways: Courses, Clubs, and our Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Tech: https://www.darden.virginia.edu/batten-institute
Sarah
Hello, I am Sarah, I wanted to know that how does Darden foster entrepreneurship among its MBA students?
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Hello newcomers! Please feel free to join my Zoom room to chat: https://darden-virginia.zoom.us/my/meravf
Tsirison Albert
@Darden_Virginia Hi is there a way for me to attend the Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat with Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions, Dawna Clarke on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM until 11:00 AMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00.
it seems like I registered, but I canceled it by mistake because I thought I registered twice,
my email address for the registration is [email protected]
Sincerely,
Tsirison albert
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@Darden_Virginia Thank you so much for answering my question in the zoom. It is helpful
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Hi, good evening!!
Please help me these questions
1. I have a work-ex of 2 years in different organizations. is this accepted? what is the Minimum work years required to get into MBA program?
2. I have work ex in Bank of America but I left it to come back to my hometown and currently working at Charted Accountant firm, while preparing for exams, Do this impact negatively?
3.Do you have option of deferred MBA if work ex is less than what is required?
4.Is leadership positions at undergraduate college counts as work ex (professional experience) or not?
5.Is there any other masters degree related to finance, management, accounting or entrepreneurship Which do not require GMAT/GRE. only standardized tests TOEFL/IELTS
6. GMAT / GRE a must to get into MBA program?
7.If I scored less in GMAT- Quant section. Will any other quantitative skills value in place of that?
8. Is there any way I can send CV for scrutinizing if before applying so that I can improve and meet college requirements yes can you please share?
9. will you please share emplyoment report?
10. Gmat/Gre are compulsory for MBA program?
Tsirison Albert
@Darden_Virginia Yes thank you I would love to
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Hi everyone! Happy to answer questions here, but Zoom is usually easier. Feel free to join me! https://darden-virginia.zoom.us/my/meravf
Tsirison Albert
Hi I am happy to chat with you as well