“Ambitions reveal direction.” – Mace Windu In this episode of The 20s Project, we dive deep into the intricacies of higher education admissions with two esteemed guests from HEC Paris: Massimo Spagnuolo, the Recruitment Director, and Michael Scott, the Admissions Director. Massimo and Michael share insights into the measures taken by HEC Paris to guarantee equity and impartiality throughout the admissions process. But fairness isn't just about procedures—it's also about addressing our inherent biases. Our guests provide invaluable strategies on how to reduce biases during the application evaluation process, ensuring that every applicant receives a fair assessment. Key topics: How can we ensure every application receives fair treatment? What steps can we take to minimize our personal biases throughout the application process? Must students and applicants already have a clear life goal? Do they need everything mapped out? How can candidates compensate for disadvantages in certain areas of their application? How do applicants determine which path aligns best with their goals? What actions are being implemented to enhance diversity and promote equal opportunity? Choosing the right path can be daunting. Massimo and Michael provide invaluable insights into how applicants can determine which educational journey aligns best with their aspirations and goals. Lastly, the discussion extends to promoting diversity and equal opportunity. From proactive initiatives to inclusive policies, learn about the actionable steps taken by HEC Paris to foster a more diverse and equitable student body. Tune in to this enlightening episode as we navigate the complex terrain of higher education admissions, striving for fairness, diversity, and excellence. "We need people who dream impossible things, who maybe fail, sometimes succeed, but in any case, who have that ambition". –Emmanuel Macron Thank you for listening – we would love to hear your thoughts on this new episode and our journey together! Also feel free to reach out to us if you would like to participate in one of our upcoming episodes. If you enjoyed this episode, we would appreciate it if you could help us grow through hitting the “follow” button, and do not hesitate to give us a rating! See you again soon! Christina & Jacqueline Follow us on Instagram: @the.20sproject -- Hosting provided by SoundOn