The NYU/Stern Essay Package covers the following essay topics:

#1. Think about the decision you have made that led you to your current position.

PAST: What choices have you made that led you to your current position?

PRESENT: Why is a Stern MBA necessary at this point of your life?

FUTURE: What is your desired position upon graduation from the Stern School?

#2. A. It's August in the new century and you have three years of experience with the company that hired you after you earned your MBA. Layoffs, mergers and acquisitions continue to define the business climate. You have just learned that your position will be eliminated. You don't have the seniority required for severance pay or outplacement services but will receive your salary through September 15. What is your plan of action?

#2.B. As a graduate of the Stern MBA, you are a successful manager and responsible for hiring people in your department. It now appears you may have made a mistake. An employee you selected six months ago is not performing at an acceptable level. you have confronted this person, reviewed performance expectations and given constructive suggestions for improvement. However, the employee's performance has not improved and you've decided this cannot continue. How will you handle the situation?

#3. Describe yourself to your MBA classmates (you may use any method to convey your message: words, illustrations, etc.).

#4. (Optional) Please provide any additional information that you would like to bring to the attention of the admissions committee. If you are unable to submit a recommendation from a current employer, please give your reason here.