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How To Get Into London Business School

London Business School consistently ranks among the most prestigious MBA programs.

The b-school secured the number two spot in our top international MBA programs rankings last year.

But what exactly does it take to get admission into the program?

Business Insider recently spoke to admission officers and experts to find out.

DO YOUR RESEARCH

LBS admissions officers say fit is a critical component they look for when seeking MBA candidates.

David Simpson, the school’s admissions director for the MBA program, says students should be clear about why they want to attend LBS.

“That doesn’t necessarily mean having one target company and role, but we want you to have thought about your options and the likelihood of achieving them with our MBA,” he tells Business Insider.

Above all, it’s important to do your research on the type of students LBS accepts.

“Research LBS (and your other school choices) well,” Simpson tells Business Insider. “We like to see that candidates have carried out specific research on LBS, preferably through students and alumni. We’re not like other schools; we are unique in terms of the package of our location, student body, and program structure.”

CONTROL YOUR EGO

Experts say LBS seeks those who are humble but passionate.

“Don’t think you have to be ticking all sorts of skills and career boxes,” Smruti Sriram, who is the CEO of Supreme Creations and a member of the LBS MBA class of 2018, tells Business Insider. “Display passion, an ability to learn, and a care for the school community.”

Additionally, it’s important to keep your ego in check.

“Everyone is very accomplished in the LBS community, but they are not as brash or loud about it,” Sriram tells Business Insider.

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Sources: Business Insider, Poets & Quants, London Business School

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