Hey catalan1980,
Thanks for reaching out to me. Quick question - Goals, what are they? I always like to say that an MBA is a bridge to your future goals - so what are your short and longer term goals?
Remember that your current experiences need to (in some way) support these goals (along with an MBA.) I would encourage you to start thinking about how your current experiences can support a future career, and then consider what schools have the strongest feeders into these industries. Remember that failure to clearly articulate these goals and the factors contributing to them are among the most common reasons for rejection. On that note - it is important to recognize the most underrated aspect of the admissions process, demonstrating fit.
Your current work and extracurricular experiences are good enough for a top 15 (at first glance), so are your GMAT and GPA. However, before I can give you a list of schools, you (and me) need to have a better understanding of your goals.
Respectfully,
Paul Lanzillotti
catalan1980 wrote:
GMAT: 730 (Q50,V38)
GPA: 3.0
Grad GPA: 3.4
Alternative Transcript with 4 courses (All A's)
First level of CFA
5 years Work Ex of which 1 year in community hospital and 4 years in Fortune 500 Medical Device Company. My company has had a history of recruting from HBS,Stan and Wharton.
Of these 4 years, I spent 3 in Regulatory and Clinical affairs. working with FDA and designing clinical trials for next-generation devices. 1 year in Business Development (in a post-MBA role), will be 2 years at matriculation. Solid recommendation letters from the General Manager of the Business.
Extra curricular: I manage a fund for my family (AUM - $500k), run a charity foundation, worked with American Heart Association, organized several charity fundraisers for my company.
Which schools in the top 10 should i apply to?
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