Staff Profile: Leanne Anderson

The Masters Programs Office offers direct and personalized career development support to students throughout their MBA journey. We interviewed Senior MBA Career Advisor Leanne Anderson to find out more about the services offered through our Career Management Centre. Ashton Paulitsch (AP): What is the purpose of your role? Leanne Anderson (LA): As an advisor, I …

Work Experience – Alberta MBA Application Series

Why do we require candidates to have work experience? The MBA degree is more than what you learn in the classroom from a professor.  It is an opportunity to bring your knowledge and experience into class and group discussions and learn from the experiences of your peers.  We look for candidates who will be active …

Second Interview – Alberta MBA Application

Part II: So You Have an Interview…Now What? The finish line is in sight–you’ve submitted your application, received a Kira video interview and now you’ve been invited to the last step, an in-person, Skype or telephone interview with a member of the admissions team. Less formal than the other stages of the application process, the …

Statement of Intent – Alberta MBA Application Series

Your First Impression: The Statement of Intent When you apply to a job, your cover letter is often your first impression. It not only introduces you to the organization, but demonstrates your interest in the company, draws attention to your resume and motivates the reader to interview you. The statement of intent (SOI) included in …