Columbia  has posted essay questions for the Jterm MBA program.  This accelerated MBA program beguins in January of 2009 and goes for 16 consecutive months.  There is no summer break.  Columbia has a rolling admissions system.  They started reviewing applications for the J-Term program on April 30, 2008 and continue accepting applications through October 8, 2008.  They will notify an applicant of their decision within eight weeks.  

1)  What are your short-term and long-term post-MBA goals? How will Columbia Business School help you achieve these goals? (Recommended 750 word limit)

2)  Master Classes are the epitome of bridging the gap between theory and practice at Columbia Business School. View link below. Please provide an example from your own life in which practical experience taught you more than theory alone. (Recommended 500 word limit)

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3)  Please provide an example of a team failure of which you’ve been a part. If given a second chance, what would you do differently? (Recommended 500 word limit)

4)  Describe for us your greatest passion in life. (Recommended 250 word limit)

5)  (Optional) Is there any further information that you wish to provide to the Admissions Committee? (Please use this space to provide an explanation of any areas of concern in your academic record or your personal history.)