MBA Admissions Consultant
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Re: Admission Consultant Specialization
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03 Sep 2014, 14:05
Hi there ptlee,
While certain firms have more experience with certain types of applicants versus others, no firm truly specializes in certain backgrounds. So, for example, a vast majority of our clients come from Consulting, Finance, PE, VC, and Entrepreneurial ventures but even we wouldn't say we're specialized in one versus another. As for what entrepreneurial programs are looking for, that's something that varies by firm. Based on our experiences, we have a pretty good thumb on that pulse but, once again, I wouldn't consider that to be a "specialization". We are intimately aware of the intricacies of the top programs - for entrepreneurial components as well as finance and consulting and other functions. I hope that helps clear up the confusion as to why you aren't finding any firms (including ours) explicitly stating we work with X types of clients or Y types of goals. But some firms definitely have more experience with certain backgrounds and schools than others. That's why the free consultations are great. Get on the phone and talk to the firms you're considering. See if they understand where you're coming from!
Hope that helps and hope to chat with you soon! Good luck!
Bhavik