Calico wrote:
Hi! I’ll get right away to my stats and do let me know how my profile looks, thanks!
GMAT - 700 (Q48 V37 split)
Nationality - Indian
U.G - 3.01 CGPA BBA with a specialization in Finance and Accountancy (Course integrated with ACCA London, completed 10/13 professional papers, increasing difficulty of course as the avg is 2.90 CGPA)
At university, I represented the university at national level music competitions, winning 1st place in all and won multiple accolades.
Led the hospitality, logistics, and sponsorship teams for multiple events.
W.E - 2.5 years (3 by the time I start classes in Jan), Supply Chain Solutions/Logistics/Transportation
In 3 years, been promoted thrice, once over 4 months, and the other 2 over a year each. work as an Analyst (track was Associate Analyst, Quality Analyst, Product Analyst, lateral shift to Analyst)
I am also a professional musician, heavily involved in session work, performed at multiple international venues throughout South India, sold out shows generating over 200000 INR, have multiple singles and an album under my name. Freelance a lot as a musician.
Tennis - District level seeded among top 300 in my state however now I play it leisurely as a sport.
Travel - I’m part of one of the largest motorcycle clubs. We tour the country as well as host CSR activities and contribute to the society. I have also been heavily involved in community service during covid, allotting resources to various households that required resources.
As part of international exposure, majority of my formative years were spent in France, UK, and the US. I now work with cross-functional and cross-border teams in my line of work, mainly interacting closely with my US and Hong-Kong counterparts.
My LORs are from the SVP and one of our Senior Principal Product Owners.
I plan on applying for R1 at INSEAD (Dream school so I’m not overly confident) and I would say that my essays are structured decently, however the anxiety is through the roof.
How does my profile look overall?
Thanks!
*R2
An update to this, I’ve made it through to interviews and gave both of them which went well i think, however i have no idea whether I’ll get through or not 😅
Hey Calico,
Your GPA of 3.01 is decent but you can also compensate that by highlighting your specialisation in Finance and Accountancy and your strong performance in the ACCA program, along with any notable academic achievements, relevant coursework, or certifications from your undergraduate studies.
Your GMAT score of 700 is solid, but you need to understand that GMAT is just 25% of your profile. Schools look holistically while evaluating a profile so you need to work on your essays, SOPs and LORs. In terms of work experience, showcase your 2.5 years in supply chain solutions, logistics, and transportation by highlighting specific achievements such as quantifiable results, cost savings, process improvements, or successful projects.
Your involvement in music, including winning competitions and performing internationally, is fantastic. Additionally, discuss your participation in a motorcycle club, engagement in CSR activities, and community service during COVID-19. Leverage your international exposure in France, UK, and the US, emphasising your cross-functional and cross-border teamwork, cultural insights, and ability to thrive in diverse environments.
Recommendations are highly valuable. Make sure they emphasise your strengths and potential for success. During interviews, let your passion shine through as you share your unique experiences, aspirations, and how you plan to contribute to the INSEAD community.
Lastly, showcase your leadership and impact at work through examples such as leading teams, driving process improvements, managing projects, mentoring colleagues, collaborating across departments, and achieving quantifiable results.
Tell compelling stories, highlighting challenges, outcomes, and lessons learned. By doing so, you'll provide convincing evidence of your potential to excel in an MBA program and future leadership roles.
If you need more help, we'd be happy to set up a call and give more pointers on how to improve your profile and the right schools you should target.
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10 Jan 2023, 00:16
