First, your recommender will be asked to confirm their contact details and specify if they are connected with LBS in any way.
They will then answer the following questions.
Please answer the following questions regarding the applicant, making sure to save your work regularly. As a guideline for completing the reference form you should aim to write no more than 500 words per question. Please note that 500 words is the maximum amount and not a requirement.
- How do you know the applicant? How long have you known them for?
- What would you say are the applicant’s key strengths and talents?
- What would you say are the applicant’s key weaknesses or areas for improvement?
- How do the applicant’s performance, potential and personal qualities compare to those of other individuals in similar roles?
- What do you think this person might be doing in ten years’ time? Why?