Ep 6 | Benefits of Applying through The Consortium

Send us your admissions questions!SummaryIn this conversation, Harold Simansky and Nisha Trivedi discuss The Consortium, an organization that focuses on uplifting underrepresented groups in business. They explain how candidates can apply to be considered for membership and have access to a network of companies and professionals, as well as fellowships. They also discuss the application process, including the deadlines and essays required. Nisha provides examples of how applicants can demonstrate their alignment with The Consortium's mission and shares advice on writing career goals essays. Overall, they highlight the benefits of applying through The Consortium and the opportunities it offers for networking and financial support.TakeawaysThe Consortium is an organization that aims to address the underrepresentation of certain groups in business and promote diversity and inclusion.Candidates can apply to be considered for membership and have access to a network of companies and professionals, as well as fellowships.To be eligible for The Consortium, candidates must have made contributions to the community that benefit one of the target groups: African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Latinos, and Native Americans.The application process for The Consortium involves submitting an application through their website and completing the required essays.Applying through The Consortium offers a streamlined application process, allowing candidates to apply to multiple member schools at once.The Consortium requires essays that demonstrate the applicant's commitment to their mission, while member schools may have additional supplemental essays.Specificity is important in career goals essays, and applicants should focus on the impact they want to make and the problem they want to solve.Applicants who may not belong to the target groups can still demonstrate their alignment with The Consortium's mission through their work and contributions.Applying through The Consortium provides the opportunity for a later deadline, a streamlined application process, and potential fellowship dollars.Candidates should consider applying through The Consortium if they believe their experiences align with the organization's mission and want to take advantage of the benefits it offers.Book your FREE 30-minute MBA admissions consultation with Harold or another one of our experienced MBA admissions consultants by filling out this form.Learn more about onTrack by mbaMission, our innovative, on-demand MBA application platform, and take our two-minute questionnaire to receive your customized learning path. ‼️Use code MBAMPOD for 30% off any onTrack subscription‼️Contact Us:[email protected] Us:YouTubeLinkedInInstagram