Describe a situation from your professional experience where you had to collaborate within a team dynamic. What kind of challenges did your team face as you worked to complete a project or resolve an issue? Explain your role within the team and how the group worked together to approach any obstacles. Were you able to resolve the situation in a manner that suited your liking and the overall group’s best interest—and if not, what would you do differently within the same group to reach a new resolution?

What past experience prepared or motivated you to pursue this degree? Describe how you would expect to change over the course of the program. What personal and professional values and skills do you hope to acquire beyond the academic content? How will obtaining the degree help you achieve your career goals? (500 word max suggested).

Optional: Please provide any additional information or material you would like to include, such as any strengths or weaknesses, not otherwise addressed, that bear on your application.