美國商科類研究生項目文書寫作技巧
摘要
美國商科類研究生項目一般都需要申請人回答特定的Essay題目。新通文案顧問張老師將以商科類別下的金融方向為例，淺析該方向的Essay題型、題目特點和寫作注意事項。
學生：CTJ
申請方向：金融
Current GPA: 4.25/5.00
IELTS: 7 (W-5.5)
GRE: 322
目標申請院校：約翰·霍普金斯大學/羅切斯特大學/布蘭迪斯大學等。
Johns Hopkins University, MS in Finance （2道，必寫）
Business with humanity in mind means many things to different people. Please explain what business with humanity in mind means to you and how you will apply your knowledge, skills and abilities to advance this ideal over the next five years. You may elaborate on any past experience you have had which demonstrates your commitment and interest in this area (500 word maximum).
如果有留心JHU商學院的官網，可以發(fā)現(xiàn)“ business with humanity in mind ”是該學院的“個性簽名”。Essay題目要求學生闡述自己對這一理念的想法，其實是考察申請人與學院理念匹配度的一種嘗試。文案老師引導學生思考商業(yè)和人文關懷的聯(lián)系，并進一步挖掘了學生在證券公司實習期間對于長生制藥假疫苗事件的所見所聞，呈現(xiàn)了學生對于“ business with humanity in mind ”的深度思考，同時也帶出了自己以往的相關經歷。
Second Essay - Select 1 prompt in which to respond from list below for the second essay:
1.Business leaders have the ability to create opportunities, build products and systems, and inspire others to action. Please describe a time you created an opportunity, built a new product or system, or inspired others to act. The example you provide and elaborate upon may come from your professional endeavors, academic pursuits or civic engagements. (300-500 words)
2.Please tell us about a major accomplishment you have experienced in your professional or academic life. What did achieving this accomplishment teach you about yourself? (300-500 words).
3.Please identify a tough problem that you are committed to addressing as a future business leader. What role will you play in the solution? What skills and abilities do you have (or might you need to acquire) to tackle this task? (300-500 words)
4.Please provide any additional clarifying information that you wish to share with the Admissions committee regarding your academic record, personal history or professional attributes. (300-500 words).
5.What challenges you the most (i.e. area in need of improvement)? How have you worked to overcome this limitation? (300-500 words)
情境創(chuàng)設類的題目，需要先選擇，然后結合自己的經歷來定點回答相應的題目。要認真閱讀題目本身關于情境的提示，因為寫作靈感很大程度上來源于這些提示。學生選擇了第一個prompt，分享了自己在某組織充當領導者的過程中，如何成功說服一個嘗試脫離組織的成員回歸團隊，并且取得了這位成員的諒解與認可。學生所提供的素材是對事件的概括性陳述，在文案老師的引導下，補充了事件發(fā)展過程中的從因到果的細節(jié)，并且通過不同的細節(jié)表現(xiàn)學生的領導氣質和“inspired others to act”。
University of Rochester, MS IN FINANCE（3道，2道必答，1道可選）
Essay 1 (Required): In 250-500 words total, respond to the following prompts:
1.Describe your short-term and long-term goals for post-MBA or post-MS.
2.Given the fluctuation of economic and industry hiring trends, identify a back-up plan should your short-term goal not be immediately attainable.
3.How does your past education and experience support your career objectives?
4.Lastly, what aspects of your intended Simon Business School program make it a good choice for your graduate study?
未來職業(yè)規(guī)劃是商科類Essay寫作中很常見的問題，有的會直接問總體的職業(yè)規(guī)劃，有的會劃分為短期和長期，有的會將短期和長期的時間段用年數(shù)界定出來。如Fordham的Essay題目會有這樣的提醒：Short term goals are considered 2 - 4 years after you have completed your MS degree and long term goals are considered 7 - 10 years after you have completed your MS degree。在回答職業(yè)規(guī)劃的時候，文案老師會引導學生結合自己以往的學術背景、實習經歷和所申請項目在職業(yè)輔導方面的優(yōu)勢。
Essay 2 (Required): In 25 words or less, provide us with an interesting fact about yourself not expressed elsewhere in your application. (25 word limit)
這類題目屬于學院/項目的特色題目，不追求字數(shù)，但看重學生的創(chuàng)意/創(chuàng)新。在題型的獨特性方面，類似于Duke 必寫Essay的“25 Random Things About Yourself”。
Essay 3 (Optional): Share additional information you think is important in the evaluation of your application, including any concerns you think the Admissions Committee may have regarding your candidacy. (500 word limit)
這類可選的題目，沒有特殊的情況可以不寫。所謂的特殊情況，可以參考Fordham對于其optional essay的說明：Use this essay to share information that is not presented elsewhere in your application. For example, explanation of employment gaps, academic aberrations, quantitative abilities, improvements to your candidacy if you are a re-applicant.
Brandeis, Master of Arts in International Economics and Finance（3道，必做，2道寫作，1道視頻）
1.Essay (Required): What drove you to pursue a graduate program in international economics and finance? (500-750 words)
動機類的題目也是Essay經�？疾斓姆较蛑弧Ｒ獙⑦@類型的題目寫得詳細而不寬泛，文案老師會引導學生從學術基礎的強化、項目優(yōu)勢和與職業(yè)規(guī)劃的匹配度幾個方面來回答。
2.Short Answer (Required): What are your career goals? (200)
關于總體的職業(yè)規(guī)劃，參考上文對于Rochester的解析。
3.Video: Applicants must also submit a brief video responding to two questions posed by the Brandeis IBS community, as well as a written response to a third question. The Video Essay is a great way for the Admissions Committee to learn a little bit more about you. You will be prompted to complete the Video Essay once you have submitted your application.
視頻面試是商科類Essay的常見題型之一，重點考察申請人的現(xiàn)場應對能力、口語表達能力和邏輯思辨能力。有些項目會要求在提交網申前完成視頻面試，如JHU的商學院；有些會在提交網申后，學校另外用郵件發(fā)送視頻面試網站的鏈接，如Brandeis。面試前，文案老師會引導學生調試好相關設備、注意著裝得體、選擇較為明亮和安靜的環(huán)境準備面試，并且提前熟悉自己的申請材料，包括簡歷和Essay。
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