patodrums89 wrote:
Hi Guys!
I just had the GMAT a couple of hours ago and got a 670, I felt really comfy with the Quant Section but somehow I got Q42.
Should I retake to push my GMAT score or 670 is good enough for Harvard or MIT on Round1?
Profile.
Nationality: Mexican.
Undergrad: Economics (Mexican University)
GPA: Around 3.5
Work Experience (3 years): 2 years as Head of Project Finance in a Renewable Energy Company in Mexico. I structured the financial development and got the funding for 6th landfill to gas project in Mexico and was involved in another 4 projects. Now I am the Administrative Manager for a University in Mexico and an entrepreneur in the food services area (distribution of fish, fair trade bakery and owner of a restaurant.
Extras: Chairman of an NGO dedicated to spur youth proactivity in Nuevo León (my hometown), President and Counselor of Enactus (Student Association dedicated to Social Entrepreneurship), Exchange year in Belgium (Catholic University of Leuven). I have visited 27 countries in 3 different continents (hopefully the list will keep growing).
I appreciate all your opinions. Thanks!
patodrums89I recommend taking the GMAT again if you think you can raise the score 30-60 points, especially if you think you will improve the quant. While it certainly is possible to get into HBS or MIT with that score, when I look at your overall profile it doesn't look extremely strong and I would want you to meet or exceed the median GMAT scores in order to give yourself the best chance of getting in.
Even if this means moving your app to round two, I would rather see you apply in round two with a higher GMAT than rush the app and get it in as is. If you are interested in discussing further, or if you would like to get started with your personal story development and essay brainstorming even while you study for the GMAT, send me a note so we can discuss how I can help you on your applications with a very boutique and effective approach.
scott@personalmbacoach.comGood luck and keep us posted on here if you do end up retaking the GMAT!
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