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Schools: ISB '16 Insead Sept '16 Darden '17 Goizueta '17
GMAT 1: 710 Q49 V39
17 Aug 2015, 09:00
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Hi guys,
Not in my wildest dreams had I ever thought of applying to Wharton seeing how competitive it is, especially for Indian males. But recently I looked up the MBA program at Wharton and it really struck a chord. Since then I've been trying to justify applying to Wharton. I know I have some glaring weaknesses-
1. Low GMAT for my applicant pool (Will retake and try getting a score closer to 750)
2. Work for a relatively small firm in India (Revenues of over US$150m) but would not expect anyone on the admissions staff to have heard of it. However I do have some really interesting leadership experience stories. It's decently well know in India though.
I however think that through my application I'll be able to share some interesting professional and personal stories.
Would be great if someone could enlighten me- Please do not hesitate in dismissing my case for Wharton if you think so.
-28 y/o Indian Male (will turn 29 by the time I start in 2016)
-GMAT 710 (49Q, 39V)- I know its probably on the lower side for an Indian male applicant. Trying to figure out whether to concentrate on the apps or on retaking the gmat.
-Graduated in 2008 from a business school in UK with a degree in accounting and finance. Topped my degree in year one. Ended up with an upper 2.1 degree. (Non-Engineering education)
-planned on working in UK itself in order to get some international work ex but had to move back to India because of my fathers death (3 weeks after final term). Had to take care of family affairs (financial and emotional) so moved back.
-Have 7+ years of work experience.
-working as head of the business development and strategy implementation division of a firm based out of New Delhi, with interests across hydropower, textiles and education. Have worked across all 3 sectors. Currently leading a team in implementing the expansion/diversification of the education vertical. The project is at an advanced stage of implementation and the financial rewards from the project have already started flowing in. The idea for diversification was my brainchild and thus I was made the team leader of the project. I'm also the youngest at the firm at a senior managerial role. I've held leadership roles across all the 3 verticals. I regularly deal/interact with clients from all over the world and frequently visit textile marketing events across the globe.
-Extra curricular: work with one of the most prominent environmental NGO in the country. Have been closely associated with environmental research over the last 5 years. Also, Having lost my father to blood cancer I started a cancer foundation in his name and have raised over INR 2.5m which in turn is being used to help underprivileged patients in their treatment. Also organize an annual blood donation camp. I have also redrafted and implemented the corporate social responsibility charter at the firm with a focus on sanitation for the poor and improving female financial literacy. Finally I've also worked for a member of parliament from 2009-2014 on devising a plan for development in the members parliamentary constituency with a population of over 2m residents.
Thanks
Not in my wildest dreams had I ever thought of applying to Wharton seeing how competitive it is, especially for Indian males. But recently I looked up the MBA program at Wharton and it really struck a chord. Since then I've been trying to justify applying to Wharton. I know I have some glaring weaknesses-
1. Low GMAT for my applicant pool (Will retake and try getting a score closer to 750)
2. Work for a relatively small firm in India (Revenues of over US$150m) but would not expect anyone on the admissions staff to have heard of it. However I do have some really interesting leadership experience stories. It's decently well know in India though.
I however think that through my application I'll be able to share some interesting professional and personal stories.
Would be great if someone could enlighten me- Please do not hesitate in dismissing my case for Wharton if you think so.
-28 y/o Indian Male (will turn 29 by the time I start in 2016)
-GMAT 710 (49Q, 39V)- I know its probably on the lower side for an Indian male applicant. Trying to figure out whether to concentrate on the apps or on retaking the gmat.
-Graduated in 2008 from a business school in UK with a degree in accounting and finance. Topped my degree in year one. Ended up with an upper 2.1 degree. (Non-Engineering education)
-planned on working in UK itself in order to get some international work ex but had to move back to India because of my fathers death (3 weeks after final term). Had to take care of family affairs (financial and emotional) so moved back.
-Have 7+ years of work experience.
-working as head of the business development and strategy implementation division of a firm based out of New Delhi, with interests across hydropower, textiles and education. Have worked across all 3 sectors. Currently leading a team in implementing the expansion/diversification of the education vertical. The project is at an advanced stage of implementation and the financial rewards from the project have already started flowing in. The idea for diversification was my brainchild and thus I was made the team leader of the project. I'm also the youngest at the firm at a senior managerial role. I've held leadership roles across all the 3 verticals. I regularly deal/interact with clients from all over the world and frequently visit textile marketing events across the globe.
-Extra curricular: work with one of the most prominent environmental NGO in the country. Have been closely associated with environmental research over the last 5 years. Also, Having lost my father to blood cancer I started a cancer foundation in his name and have raised over INR 2.5m which in turn is being used to help underprivileged patients in their treatment. Also organize an annual blood donation camp. I have also redrafted and implemented the corporate social responsibility charter at the firm with a focus on sanitation for the poor and improving female financial literacy. Finally I've also worked for a member of parliament from 2009-2014 on devising a plan for development in the members parliamentary constituency with a population of over 2m residents.
Thanks
AsianBatman168
Joined: 11 Feb 2015
Last visit: 07 Jul 2016
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Schools: McDonough '17 (S) Marshall '17 (S) Johnson '17 (D) Rutgers '17 (I) UC Davis '17 (I) Booth PT '17 (D) LBS '17 (D) Anderson '17 (D)
GMAT 1: 740 Q50 V40
Schools: McDonough '17 (S) Marshall '17 (S) Johnson '17 (D) Rutgers '17 (I) UC Davis '17 (I) Booth PT '17 (D) LBS '17 (D) Anderson '17 (D)
GMAT 1: 740 Q50 V40
Posts: 21
17 Aug 2015, 09:50
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I think you have a pretty solid background, but the indian pool is certainly competitive. I think you can retake the GMAT, comsidering that you have room for improvement for ur quant. With a Q51v39 u'd have a 730 Or 740 and thats above wharton's overall average. You should also try other programs like Georgetown and USC.
sagar2911
Joined: 08 Sep 2012
Last visit: 17 Aug 2019
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Location: India
Concentration: Social Entrepreneurship, General Management
Schools: HBS '18 Stanford '18 Wharton '18 Yale '18 ISB '17
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17 Aug 2015, 11:06
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Dude, all I would say is don't aim low. If you really dream of going to Wharton, then by all means, you should work towards it. I know the Indian applicant pool is competitive when it comes to GMAT, but you got some solid work experience and extra curriculars. Highlight is properly. Research on the internet.
Remember: What you believe in is what you end up getting!
Good Luck!
Remember: What you believe in is what you end up getting!
Good Luck!
