ADmissions gateways' WHARTON TBD COMMUNITY
Welcome to our Team Based Discussion practice community page
How the Wharton TBD Works
Each Team-Based Discussion (TBD) session is conducted virtually via Zoom and brings together five to six randomly assigned applicants. This collaborative format allows candidates to be tested on their teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills in a real-time setting.
The session follows a structured timeline:
Opening Statements
(60 seconds per person)
Each participant shares their initial idea in response to a given prompt. This quick pitch sets the foundation for the group's collaboration.
Group Discussion
(25 minutes)
The team collaborates to refine concepts, build a cohesive and actionable solution, and ensure all voices are heard and integrated.
Final Presentation
(5 minutes):
The group delivers a polished proposal to the observing admissions committee, highlighting their collective work.
What is the Wharton TBD?
The Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) is a group interview component of the Wharton MBA admissions process where applicants collaborate on a real-time business prompt to assess teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. All other top business schools use a traditional, one-on-one interview; the TBD is unique as a 35-minute group exercise where five to six applicants collaborate to develop a solution to a given prompt. Each participant prepares in advance and contributes to the discussion, showcasing their teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Following the TBD, each applicant has a 10-minute individual interview with an admissions committee (AdCom) member to discuss their interest in Wharton. Currently, both the TBD and the individual interview are conducted virtually.
- MBA Interview Type: Group exercise followed by an individual interview
- Interviewer: Usually a second-year MBA candidate, occasionally a member of the admissions committee
- Length: TBD is 35 minutes, followed by a 10-minute individual interview
- Format: Currently all interviews are virtual
Wharton Interview (TBD) Announcement Dates (2025-2026)
October 22, 2025
Round 1
February 20, 2026
Round 2
April 17, 2026
Round 3
May 27, 2026
Deferred
For peer-driven practice to build confidence and improve your performance.
Join our AG Wharton TBD Community
For peer-driven practice to build confidence and improve your performance for your Wharton TBD, join a collaborative session alongside peers who’ve also received the invite. In this space, you can:
Practice
Real TBD scenarios
Observe
others to learn different approaches and strategies
Connect
with a network of motivated TBD
candidates
Join us on Whatsapp and be a part of our Wharton TBD community to practice among your potential Wharton peers
🌟 Open to all TBD invitees — join and start practicing today!
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