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Luna16
Joined: 16 Dec 2024
Last visit: 13 Apr 2026
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Location: India
Concentration: Finance, Technology
Schools: HEC IE (A$) IMD'26 (A) FT MBA '26 (A)
GPA: 8.09
WE:Engineering (Technology)
14 Oct 2025, 23:19
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Hi GMAT Club Experts,
I would greatly appreciate any advice or insights from the community.
About me:
I’m a 28-year-old Indian female, currently working as a Senior Software Engineer, with a GMAT FE score of 645. Most of my career has been spent working on international projects remotely, and after my MBA, I plan to return to India. I’m particularly interested in opportunities in fintech or finance, though I’m open to exploring other paths as I gain exposure during the program. I’m not interested in consulting.
Program preference:
I am specifically looking for 1-year MBA programs in Europe, ideally at schools with strong brand recognition in India, as I plan to build my career there post-MBA.
Current status:
Given my current profile and preferences, I’m trying to decide whether to accept the IE offer or retake the GMAT to strengthen my profile and reapply next year to other top 1-year European MBA programs with stronger recognition in India.
Any thoughts or guidance on this decision, especially regarding IE’s ROI and reputation in India versus the potential benefit of reapplying with a higher GMAT would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your insights!
I would greatly appreciate any advice or insights from the community.
About me:
I’m a 28-year-old Indian female, currently working as a Senior Software Engineer, with a GMAT FE score of 645. Most of my career has been spent working on international projects remotely, and after my MBA, I plan to return to India. I’m particularly interested in opportunities in fintech or finance, though I’m open to exploring other paths as I gain exposure during the program. I’m not interested in consulting.
Program preference:
I am specifically looking for 1-year MBA programs in Europe, ideally at schools with strong brand recognition in India, as I plan to build my career there post-MBA.
Current status:
- IE IMBA: Accepted with a 25% scholarship.
- Concerns: Brand recognition/prestige (especially in India) and the strength of the alumni network.
- IMD: Accepted without scholarship
- Other applications: Rejected by INSEAD, HEC Paris, and LBS.
Given my current profile and preferences, I’m trying to decide whether to accept the IE offer or retake the GMAT to strengthen my profile and reapply next year to other top 1-year European MBA programs with stronger recognition in India.
Any thoughts or guidance on this decision, especially regarding IE’s ROI and reputation in India versus the potential benefit of reapplying with a higher GMAT would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your insights!
14 Oct 2025, 23:26
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Congratulations on your admit!
IE is a bit of a pay to play program that seems to be accessible more than others. However, many report returning home from Spain (not sure if that is what you intend to do) - I can't comment on the reputation in India however.
Why not go to ISB? It seems a bit odd to leave the country only to come back to recruit there. Would be easier to recruit on the ground it seems. Part of the value proposition of an international program is access to the job market there; if you are leaving right after, you will be leaving some of the value on the table.
In terms of reapplying, it really depends on your other elements of the profile - your experience, achievements, career goals, etc. Your GMAT may help but it won't get you to the higher-ranked programs.
IE is a bit of a pay to play program that seems to be accessible more than others. However, many report returning home from Spain (not sure if that is what you intend to do) - I can't comment on the reputation in India however.
Why not go to ISB? It seems a bit odd to leave the country only to come back to recruit there. Would be easier to recruit on the ground it seems. Part of the value proposition of an international program is access to the job market there; if you are leaving right after, you will be leaving some of the value on the table.
In terms of reapplying, it really depends on your other elements of the profile - your experience, achievements, career goals, etc. Your GMAT may help but it won't get you to the higher-ranked programs.
Luna16
Joined: 16 Dec 2024
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Posts: 25
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Location: India
Concentration: Finance, Technology
Schools: HEC IE (A$) IMD'26 (A) FT MBA '26 (A)
GPA: 8.09
WE:Engineering (Technology)
14 Oct 2025, 23:38
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Hi BB,
Thanks so much for your response!
I should have clarified that returning to India is part of my long-term plan, but I’d still like to gain international exposure during my MBA, both academically and professionally. That’s one of the main reasons I’m considering doing my MBA outside India, even if I eventually plan to come back.
A bit more about my background: I completed my Engineering as a Gold Medalist (8.09 GPA) and have 7 years of experience working on international fintech projects for clients in the UK, Germany, and France. Outside of work, I’m a national-level badminton player and have led both Art and Tech clubs during my undergraduate studies, along with other leadership experiences. I’ve also spent a year volunteering.
Also, I've applied to ISB but their final decision date is End of November and before that I've to accept IE offer.
Thanks so much for your response!
I should have clarified that returning to India is part of my long-term plan, but I’d still like to gain international exposure during my MBA, both academically and professionally. That’s one of the main reasons I’m considering doing my MBA outside India, even if I eventually plan to come back.
A bit more about my background: I completed my Engineering as a Gold Medalist (8.09 GPA) and have 7 years of experience working on international fintech projects for clients in the UK, Germany, and France. Outside of work, I’m a national-level badminton player and have led both Art and Tech clubs during my undergraduate studies, along with other leadership experiences. I’ve also spent a year volunteering.
Also, I've applied to ISB but their final decision date is End of November and before that I've to accept IE offer.
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