The Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) is not a traditional interview. It’s a real-time stress test, one that reveals how you think, lead, and adapt when the clock is ticking and the room is watching.
Most strong applicants approach it incorrectly. They show up over-scripted, hyper-polished, or ready to defend their idea until the end—and quietly get filtered out. The TBD rewards presence.
On Wednesday, October 16th at 10:00 AM ET, join Susan Berishaj, Founder of Sia Admissions, for a high-authority breakdown of what the Wharton TBD actually assesses and how to succeed without gaming the format.
This is built for high-caliber applicants who want a strategic edge before the interview.
What we’ll cover:
The real design of Wharton’s TBD and why polished profiles still fail
What the adcom is watching for across interaction, listening, influence, and tone
Tactical moves to anchor your proposal, navigate the group, and stand out under pressure
Common red flags: what gets you quietly downgraded, even if you “did fine”
You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of how to approach the TBD like a strategist.
If you expect to be invited to interview at Wharton (or elsewhere) this is the moment to sharpen your execution. You can book a private 1:1 mock interview to pressure-test your performance with strategic, high-touch feedback tailored to your style and story.
If you prefer to simulate the full Wharton TBD group experience before stepping into the real thing, join the waitlist for Sia Admissions’ Wharton TBD Simulation. You’ll participate in a live session with other serious applicants, receive real-time coaching, and walk away with a clear, tactical understanding of how you come across under pressure.
Seats are limited, and most simulations fill within 48 hours. If you want to avoid a last-minute scramble and increase your admission odds, act now—while preparation is still a competitive advantage.