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Chicago-Booth
MBA/MPCS
Chicago-Booth’s Joint MBA/MPCS Program is a joint degree program allowing students to earn both an MBA and an MS in Computer Science from the Masters Program in Computer Science (MPCS). It is intended to offer students the opportunity to combine a business and technology education leading to opportunities in technology product management, FinTech and entrepreneurship.
8 years at a Japanese financial institution, company-sponsored applicant
Offers: Chicago Booth, Wharton, Michigan Ross, UCLA Anderson, among others
Throughout the application period, I struggled to secure enough time and could barely manage even basic information gathering. For me, Steve and Emma’s support was consistently the most reliable source of reassurance—from the very start of my preparation all the way through to the moment I received my admission offers.
Given the short preparation window and the opacity and uncertainty inherent in the MBA admissions process, I strongly believe that the most effective path to success is to obtain the highest-quality support possible, take a pragmatic—at times probabilistic—approach, and execute each task efficiently and effectively. For those who wish to approach the application process with this mindset, I highly recommend using Round One’s services.
Below are three key reasons why I recommend Round One.
From constructing an appropriate school portfolio, planning TOEFL and GMAT testing, identifying the optimal timing for applications, and reviewing application forms down to the finest details, to advising on how to build a broad range of compelling profile elements such as volunteer activities—Round One provided truly wide-ranging and highly accurate support grounded in extensive counseling experience.
In particular, after applications were submitted, I frequently faced unfamiliar tasks such as communicating with admissions offices and interviewers via email. Even during peak periods, I consistently received prompt and precise advice.
During the application process, a lingering sense of “Is this really okay?” often follows applicants. By minimizing that uncertainty, Round One enabled me to avoid wasting time and instead focus my energy on what mattered most at each stage.
During weekly essay counseling sessions, there were many occasions when I requested what could only be described as extremely complex—and sometimes major—revisions. Emma, however, never showed the slightest reluctance. Even while remarking that “it requires significant surgery,” she consistently delivered truly high-quality work.
Although my GMAT preparation dragged on until the new year and I had to devote much of the peak pre-deadline period to test preparation, I was still able to apply to more than ten schools simultaneously in Round 2. As a result, I received interview invitations from every school. This ultimately proved to be the decisive factor that allowed me to proceed through subsequent stages with confidence and secure admission to my target schools.
MBA preparation is far more demanding than many applicants initially expect, and it often involves intense pressure and stress. In my own case, there were periods so stressful that I would rather not relive them. During those times, I was genuinely encouraged by the warm yet resolute words of Steve and Emma.
As noted above, comprehensive support and efficient, high-quality essay counseling can only be sustained when there is a strong relationship of trust between counselor and applicant. I believe that the sincerity, warmth, and friendly nature of both Steve and Emma form the foundation of Round One’s refined and effective services.
For those struggling to choose a counselor, I strongly encourage you to contact Round One and experience their personalities firsthand.
I hope the above will be of some help to future applicants. I sincerely wish everyone the very best in their endeavors.
