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Hi everyone! I'm a male applicant from Chile with a background in business and 4 years of experience in management consulting.

Although I have a high GMAT for my demographic group (730 Q49, V41), my GPA is average (4.9 out of 7.0 from PUC - Chile's top busines school -class rank: 154 out of 355).

I have extenuating circumstances, and my grades did go up considerably in the last 2 years. However, in my lowest point I did terrible in some quantitative classes (even failing some accounting and statistics courses).

I decided to do MBA Math to try to compensate a bit... I'm almost done with it, gaining the maximum score in most pre-quizzes and in all post-quizzes (preliminary transcript attached).

However, I have a couple of questions:

[1] How does one "deliver" this transcript to the schools in the application? Should it be sent via MBA Math or attached somewhere in the application?
[2] Do all schools look fondly on this course? Or is there any school that might consider it to be counter-productive to include this transcript in the application?

I am planning to apply to Wharton, MIT, Kellogg and Columbia in first round.

Thank you!!!

Thank you,
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ieosorio:

You might get a variety of opinions on this thread, but here are our thoughts:

[1] How does one "deliver" this transcript to the schools in the application? Should it be sent via MBA Math or attached somewhere in the application?

Each school has its own way to submit supplemental materials. For many, there is a section to upload transcripts for various degrees and programs you have completed. If it's not clear for a given application, call the admissions office of that school and ask. Do this way ahead of the deadline so you don't run into any last second surprises!

[2] Do all schools look fondly on this course? Or is there any school that might consider it to be counter-productive to include this transcript in the application?

In all honesty, this course will not matter. If it did, everyone would take courses like this to boost their profile. It seems like it would fall into the HBX, Coursera, etc. category of voluntary courses that at most show the further development of a skill or base of knowledge. I can't imagine a school would find this counter-productive. At worst, it will probably be viewed as neutral.

Hope that helps!
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You might get a variety of opinions on this thread, but here are our thoughts:

[1] How does one "deliver" this transcript to the schools in the application? Should it be sent via MBA Math or attached somewhere in the application?

Each school has its own way to submit supplemental materials. For many, there is a section to upload transcripts for various degrees and programs you have completed. If it's not clear for a given application, call the admissions office of that school and ask. Do this way ahead of the deadline so you don't run into any last second surprises!

[2] Do all schools look fondly on this course? Or is there any school that might consider it to be counter-productive to include this transcript in the application?

In all honesty, this course will not matter. If it did, everyone would take courses like this to boost their profile. It seems like it would fall into the HBX, Coursera, etc. category of voluntary courses that at most show the further development of a skill or base of knowledge. I can't imagine a school would find this counter-productive. At worst, it will probably be viewed as neutral.

Hope that helps!
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Thank you for the thorough answer!
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Hi everyone! I'm a male applicant from Chile with a background in business and 4 years of experience in management consulting.

Although I have a high GMAT for my demographic group (730 Q49, V41), my GPA is average (4.9 out of 7.0 from PUC - Chile's top busines school -class rank: 154 out of 355).

I have extenuating circumstances, and my grades did go up considerably in the last 2 years. However, in my lowest point I did terrible in some quantitative classes (even failing some accounting and statistics courses).

I decided to do MBA Math to try to compensate a bit... I'm almost done with it, gaining the maximum score in most pre-quizzes and in all post-quizzes (preliminary transcript attached).

However, I have a couple of questions:

[1] How does one "deliver" this transcript to the schools in the application? Should it be sent via MBA Math or attached somewhere in the application?
[2] Do all schools look fondly on this course? Or is there any school that might consider it to be counter-productive to include this transcript in the application?

I am planning to apply to Wharton, MIT, Kellogg and Columbia in first round.

Thank you!!!

Thank you,
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Hey! Does passing the pre-quiz mean we can skip the post-quiz?
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Let me offer some perspective, based on my experience having worked as Dean of MBA Admissions and now continuing to work closely with the top MBA programs through my participation in AIGAC (the Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants).

1) In terms of how to submit your MBA Math transcripts to the schools, it is usually done in the transcripts section. if need be, you can always ask the school. Don't forget that one important part of mitigating your subpar GPA is the optional essay. You should absolutely still use the essay to explain your undergraduate performance and to point out how you are mitigating it, including MBA Math.

When it comes to compensating for a low GPA, a strong GMAT is always the first and most important thing - and you've done this, which is great. But going above and beyond by taking MBA Math shows even stronger self-awareness and commitment to demonstrating that you are ready to do what it takes to be well prepared for the academic rigor of an MBA program. It's an important and strong signal so good for you for recognizing it.

2) In terms of how favorably schools look at MBA Math, here is what you need to know. MBA Math is very well known to schools and it is a respected tool. It's now been around for well over a decade and many top schools used MBA Math in lieu of the GMAT/GRE during the pandemic (examples included MIT). Even post-pandemic, many schools will still consider MBA Math as evidence of academic preparedness for those who are seeking test waivers. In your case, it will be even more helpful because you already have a very strong GMAT. MBA Math is more a prep tool than a test. The same is true of HBS Online CORe (formerly HBX). Let's not forget that the way CORe became so popular is because HBS used to require it of some of their admitted students, even if they had very strong GMATs but were lacking quant and analytical coursework from undergrad. Even though HBS used to require it of only about 15% of the admitted students, they discovered that nearly half of the class would take it anyway - simply because they wanted to be well prepared.

In your case, with MBA Math, you are going above and beyond so to speak - and every little thing that can give you an edge is more than welcome.

If you want to talk about any of this further, you can schedule time for us to chat: https://www.mymbapath.com/free-consultation
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So did you include MBAmath transcript in your application!!?
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Hi everyone! I'm a male applicant from Chile with a background in business and 4 years of experience in management consulting.

Although I have a high GMAT for my demographic group (730 Q49, V41), my GPA is average (4.9 out of 7.0 from PUC - Chile's top busines school -class rank: 154 out of 355).

I have extenuating circumstances, and my grades did go up considerably in the last 2 years. However, in my lowest point I did terrible in some quantitative classes (even failing some accounting and statistics courses).

I decided to do MBA Math to try to compensate a bit... I'm almost done with it, gaining the maximum score in most pre-quizzes and in all post-quizzes (preliminary transcript attached).

However, I have a couple of questions:

[1] How does one "deliver" this transcript to the schools in the application? Should it be sent via MBA Math or attached somewhere in the application?
[2] Do all schools look fondly on this course? Or is there any school that might consider it to be counter-productive to include this transcript in the application?

I am planning to apply to Wharton, MIT, Kellogg and Columbia in first round.

Thank you!!!

Thank you,
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