Complete prerequisite testing and coursework before application. Students must complete the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test), which measures student readiness for any MBA program. Students applying to Columbia have an average score of 711 which means any score of 700 or above is acceptable. Applicants to Columbia's MBA program must also have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, and if applying from a nation where English is not the primary language, proof of English proficiency. The Test of English as a Foreign Language, or TOEFL, is the test required by Columbia Business School.
Interview with the admissions team from Columbia Business School. Interviews aren't required, but they may be requested by the admissions team. If contacted for an interview, remember general skills for interviewing, such as confidence and the ability to clearly explain your skills and qualifications. Columbia Business School seeks applicants from a variety of professions, nationalities, ethnicities and personal interests. So, it's always a good idea during an interview to elaborate on the professional and personal aspects that make you stand out from other applicants.
Complete the pre-enrollment class. Columbia Business School requires all applicants to take a Pre-MBA online course. As part of the course, several exercises will need to be completed and delivered before orientation. Complete these assignments on time or you will be removed from the pre-enrollment class. The coursework requires 25-40 hours to complete, so allot the appropriate amount of time to ensure a successful start to the program.