As part of your application to the Master of Jewish Business Administration (MJBA) program, you are required to submit a personal essay that reflects your background, goals, and alignment with the program’s mission. This essay allows the Admissions Committee to better understand who you are as a leader, a thinker, and a member of the Jewish and broader professional community.
Length & Format:
750 to 1,000 words
Typed, double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins
Submit as a PDF
Tone & Structure:
Professional but reflective
Structured into cohesive paragraphs with clear transitions
Use specific examples and personal insight
Evaluation Criteria:
Alignment with MJBA values and mission
Depth of reflection and clarity of vision
Ability to synthesize Jewish ethical perspectives with leadership and business goals
Quality of writing and organization
Please respond to the following questions in a single, integrated essay:
Personal Background & Motivation
What inspired you to pursue a graduate degree that combines business leadership with Jewish values and tradition? How have your life experiences—personal, professional, or religious—influenced this decision?
Leadership and Ethical Vision
Describe a situation where you had to make a difficult decision involving leadership or ethics. How did Jewish teachings, values, or community expectations inform your actions or reflections?
Career Goals & Impact
What are your professional goals, and how do you see the MJBA program helping you achieve them? In what ways do you hope to serve, strengthen, or lead Jewish or values-based organizations?
Program Fit & Contribution
What specifically draws you to the MJBA at Genesis University? How will your background and perspective contribute to the learning community and the broader mission of the program?