The document summarizes an information session for MBA Prep, a program run by Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) to help increase the presence of minorities in business schools and leadership positions. The MBA Prep program provides a 16-month curriculum of career coaching, internships, and leadership training. It has partnerships with top business schools and companies. The program aims to help motivated minorities from underrepresented groups achieve their career goals through an MBA. Eligibility requires identifying as a minority, at least one year of work experience, a bachelor's degree, and commitment to the intensive program.

1. MBA Prep Program
Information Session

2. Agenda
 Introduction
 MLT’s Vision & Mission
 Program Results
 Program & Timeline
 Partners
 Eligibility
 Application & Admission
 Next Steps

3. MLT’s Vision & Mission
A world where all motivated minorities
have the opportunity to realize their
full career potential.
To increase the presence of minorities
in fast track entry-level jobs and major
graduate business schools as
preparation for leadership positions in
corporations, non-profit organizations,
and entrepreneurial ventures
Vision
Mission
Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) is a national non-profit that has made
ground-breaking progress developing the next generation of African American, Hispanic
and Native American leaders in major corporations, non-profit organizations and
entrepreneurial ventures.

4. Program Results
Applications for
this year’s
MBAP class
~700
MLT alumni
working in top
companies,
nonprofits, and
entrepreneurial
ventures
~220 MBAP Alumni
at top 25+
business
schools in Fall
2010
~400
Fellows in this
year’s MBAP
class
1500+

5. Program Time Line
Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Alumni
•Self-assessment
•Career road mapping
•School research & fit
•Passion & goal
development
•Essay critique
•Resume development
•Exposure to admissions
officers at top 25 b-
schools
•Early access to
corporate partners
•Executive leadership
presentations
•Skill development
workshops
•Work experience
•Industry exposure
•Skill development
NOTE: Competitive
selection process
•Strong Alumni Network
•Job Support
•Opportunities for
mentorship
•Regional Alumni Mixers
•MLT CAP Program
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1-on-1 Coaching
Sessions
Leadership
Seminars
Pre-MBA
Internships
Alumni
2011 2012

6. MLT Business School Partners

7. MLT Corporate Partners

8. Eligibility
1. Personal Traits
Scrappiness*, Self awareness, Coachability,
Resourcefulness, Professionalism, Maturity,
Ambition, Initiative, Drive, Strong work ethic,
Can-do attitude
2. Analytical Skills
Academic Achievement, Demonstrated
analytical & problem solving skills
3. Realized Success
Evidence of personal and professional
accomplishment, Quality of work experience,
Strong follow-up and follow-through
4. Leadership
Ability to get along with others, Willingness to
help others, Strong team contribution and
participation, Community involvement,
Personal leadership & accountability
Our expectation:
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Scrappy - Adj.: Demonstrating an unwavering resolve to do whatever is necessary
to achieve the best results for everyone involved, no matter how difficult.
** Note - An official GMAT score is NOT required for admission
What is Required:
1. Identify as an under-represented minority
Identify as Black/African-American, Latino/a, Native American, or a
combination with any of the aforementioned identities.
2. Work Experience
Applicants must have at least one year of post-grad work
experience by December 31, 2009.
3. Achievement
Applicants must have solid academic standing and a bachelor's
degree. Applicants must also have demonstrated leadership ability
and motivation in their extracurricular activities.
4. Commitment
Applicants must be willing to commit significant time and energy to
the 16 month program.
5. US Citizenship
MBA Prep is open to US Citizens and Permanent Residents.

9. MBAP Application & Admission
Preparation:
Self-Reflection
Talk to MLTers
Budgeting
GMAT Preparation (ie classes, tutor, study, practice test)
Networking/Relationship Building (for school research, references, etc)
MBAP Application:
General Information
Essays
Resume
Online Recommendation (current/former mgr, prof’l colleagues, community
leaders, professors, MBAP alumni, college student club leaders)
Undergraduate Test Scores and Transcript/GPA
Application Fee ($75)
Permanent Residency Card (if applicable)
Essay Question 1: What are your
post-MBA short and long term
career aspirations and how will an
MBA help you achieve them? Why
do you feel that now is the right time
professionally and personally to
begin the process to pursue an
MBA? Be sure to address why you
believe that MBA Prep to be a good
fit for you. (400 words max)
Essay Question 2: What are you
most passionate about personally
and professionally? Include any
specific examples of life experiences
that have demonstrated that
passion. (300 words max)
Essay Question 3: Is there
anything else that you would like to
tell us about yourself? What will be
your biggest challenge in meeting
the requirements during the
program? Is there anything that may
affect your performance during the
program (e.g. the need for special
accommodations, planning a
wedding within the next year,
extensive travel plans, caring for a
parent or child)? (300 words max)
Application Release 7/15 Deadline: 9/15

10. Thank You
Ronethea Williams
MBA Prep Recruiter
646.810.6109
rwilliams@ML4T.org
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