How to succeed in your MBA interview

Now that you’ve submitted your MBA application, you can start preparing for the next stage. If you’re invited to meet us for an interview, it’s important that you are ready to tell us about yourself and how the MBA fits with your personal and professional ambitions.

The interview is a chance for you to add an extra dimension to your written application and allows us to hear directly from you about your motivations and goals. We also want to learn more about your career aspirations, wider interests, and how the MBA fits with these. What is it about the MBA programme that aligns with your professional ambitions? Are there particular modules or faculty that specialise in areas you’re interested in?

We've put together an in-depth guide on how to succeed in your MBA interview.

During the interview: show your best self

1. Start strong and build rapport

• Greet the interviewer with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Have a natural and engaging introduction prepared.

2. Be clear, concise, and authentic

• Stick to the point; avoid rambling.
• Give structured, well-thought-out responses.
• Be honest about challenges and weaknesses but focus on your growth.

3. Showcase self-awareness and emotional intelligence

• Demonstrate an understanding of your strengths and areas for improvement.
• Highlight teamwork, leadership, and adaptability.
• Show how your experiences will contribute to the School’s diverse community.

4. Engage in a two-way conversation

• Prepare insightful questions to ask at the end (e.g., about student experiences, career support, alumni network).
• Avoid asking questions that can be easily found on the website.

And finally…

Please remember we hold interviews because we want to find out more about the real you, so be yourself and be specific! We are not trying to catch you out or put you through an unpleasant experience. We want to bring out the best in you.