Profile Evaluation for MBA in 2016/2017

Hi Abhirup,

Sure definitely.

Basically event with 3 years experience Top 15 schools is a really long shot.
But may be with some time in hand it might be achievable.

You can add flavor to your profile. For example, start engaging in something you like or your hobby or passion in more deeper way
so that you have a story to tell there as well.
Apart from that, also think about your goals and what you want to do post MBA and then you might get some ideas as to what extra you might need
apart from the MBA to reach your goals and may be some of that you can do during the next year.

Also, if possible try for an international exposure, may be a business trip if you haven't had any yet.
You can also consider starting some initiatives at work or in any social groups or somewhere which might give you an edge and add diversity.
These things also enable you to have good things to write in your essays and gives a good reflection to the adcom.

I actually mentor MBA candidates as my passion. I started last year and mentored few candidates and also mentoring 3-4 this year.
Let me know if you would like to have more dedicated help. It's free anyways but just more structured and customized.
You can have a look at my website. Its there in my signature here.

Cheers !
Dhiraj

Thanks for the response.

I will definitely work on that.

And yes, I will be needing some guidance. Let me know how to get in touch with you.

Hey Abhirup,

You can reach out to be on my email I use for mentees : globalmbagyan@gmail.com

Initially you can drop me an email with your CV and then I will send you some initial questions to understand your profile better
and then we can continue accordingly.

Cheers !
Dhiraj

Abhirup,

Your work experience is following a great trajectory - lots of achievements and awards- followup the good work and you will be good on the professional front.

I would strongly advise you to retake the GMAT- think of a 750+ score, which is almost like a requirement at the top 15 US b-schools. Your 720 will leave you short there and the competition is always tough there among the Indian candidates. With time on hand until next year, you would not want to lose out to other Indian candidates on account of your GMAT score.

While extracurricular interests are good to have, adcoms typically look for intense involvement. Think of 1-2 areas where you can involve yourself in a meaningful way and work hard to build some achievements in that area over the next one year.

Here is an article that will help you understand how you can work on your profile over the coming year....start now, because as you know, time flies!