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Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 01:25
Dear Experts,

I managed to get a 690 (Q:49, V:34) in the GMAT.

My work profile:
Oracle (4 years as a banking product consultant), BT Group Plc. (2+ years as a Consultant).
Undergrad GPA: 3.92 /4.00
International Work Exp: approx 2 years(in very diverse countries like Jordan)
Leadership:
a. Led a project for one year where I managed the entire transformation of the system and can get client recommendations(there were a lot of things I did during that project).
b. Started a retail venture to help needy artisans and give them more market access.

I'm looking to work in a product management role post MBA.

However, I'm confused if my GMAT score is enough(due to legal issues, I'm not in the right frame of mind to retake my GMAT this year). Also, I would like to know which schools I should seriously consider.

Thanks!
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 03:19
Hi Rajesh, It depends on what programs are you looking to apply for

MBA application is wholesome and GMAT is just a part of the whole deal. Just skimming through whatever you have posted

Top 10 : Stretch
Top 20 : Mild Stretch
Top 30 : Looks good ( You tick boxes for diversity, international exposure)

PS : Are you working for oracle or just using oracle products at workplace? ( In case of former, oracle brand name is a huge plus)
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 03:22
I used to work for Oracle 2 years back. Now I work for British Telecommunications.
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 03:29
Cool, then everything in your profile looks good except GMAT score ( Average for Indians is 700).

You didn't elaborate on which programs are you looking forward to apply?
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 03:34
Since I have budget constraints, I am looking forward to applying to the following 1 year programs (arranged in order of preference):

1. ISB/IIMA/IIMB/IIMC India
2. NUS Singapore
3. Mannheim , Germany


Any suggestions?
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 03:35
NUS is an odd man out (17 months), but the average age and average work exp works out for me.
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 03:41
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IIMS are very competitive ( Average goes around 770)

But rest look good. ISB and Menheim will depend on how good you express yourself in the essays. But I don't think you need to retake the GMAT. Instead focus your energy on essays
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Re: Confused with my GMAT score. Please help. [#permalink] New post   25 May 2016, 11:57
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Hi rajesh86,

First off, a 690/Q49 is a fantastic score (it's just below the 90th percentile overall), so you should apply to any Business Schools that interest you. As such, a retest might not be necessary. Since you've named some specific Schools that you plan to apply to, you would likely find it beneficial to speak with an Admissions Expert about your overall profile. There's a Forum full of them here:

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