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Fortuna Admissions Consultant
Joined: 21 Jan 2014
Status:Admissions Consultant
Posts: 184
Given Kudos: 1
Location: United States
Re: Ask Fortuna Admissions
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12 Jul 2019, 16:23
12 Jul 2019, 16:23
Expert Reply
Hi jagp20,
You have a really neat profile and some things stand out as unique and will grab the attention of ad coms.
Two months can definitely be enough time to apply for R1 now that most schools have opened their apps and released essays. Plus Toefl. Since you are aiming for the top schools, your gmat score worries me a bit as it's definitely much lower than the average. I think if you really want to get into the top schools you should re-write and apply in R2 to give you more time. Though it's hard to just say 're-write' without really knowing more about you. I strongly encourage you to give Fortuna a call for a free consultation and from there, after reviewing your CV and getting to know you better, we would be able to better gauge if you should re-write. It's all about a well rounded candidacy. The fact that you are from Venezuela too is a big differentiator as there aren't as many people from V that apply to these b-schools. So that will work well in your favor and the fact that you want to go back to your country is great - so your short term/long term goals bode well (as long as you justify why this path in your application and if it's really achievable).
And yes you could definitely use your teaching as volunteering, extra curriculars.
We hope to hear from you as you have a very interesting profile! Either way, good luck with everything!
You have a really neat profile and some things stand out as unique and will grab the attention of ad coms.
Two months can definitely be enough time to apply for R1 now that most schools have opened their apps and released essays. Plus Toefl. Since you are aiming for the top schools, your gmat score worries me a bit as it's definitely much lower than the average. I think if you really want to get into the top schools you should re-write and apply in R2 to give you more time. Though it's hard to just say 're-write' without really knowing more about you. I strongly encourage you to give Fortuna a call for a free consultation and from there, after reviewing your CV and getting to know you better, we would be able to better gauge if you should re-write. It's all about a well rounded candidacy. The fact that you are from Venezuela too is a big differentiator as there aren't as many people from V that apply to these b-schools. So that will work well in your favor and the fact that you want to go back to your country is great - so your short term/long term goals bode well (as long as you justify why this path in your application and if it's really achievable).
And yes you could definitely use your teaching as volunteering, extra curriculars.
We hope to hear from you as you have a very interesting profile! Either way, good luck with everything!
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Joined: 23 Mar 2017
Posts: 3
Given Kudos: 11
Location: United States (TX)
Schools: INSEAD Jan 22 intake (D) LBS '23 (D)
GMAT 1: 750 Q50 V41 
Re: Ask Fortuna Admissions
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08 Sep 2019, 20:54
08 Sep 2019, 20:54
Hi,
It would be great if you could evaluate my profile and answer questions in the end. Apologies in advance for the longish post.
General Details
Background: Male, 30 Years old, Indian [Have you heard that before? Lol]
GMAT: 750 [Q50, V41] IR 8 AWA 5
Plan to apply for Sep’ 21 session
Educational Background
Bachelors: B.Eng in Polymer Science and Chemical Technology from Delhi College of Engineering, Delhi, India. 74% (Don’t know GPA). Graduated in 2010.
Masters: M.S. in Plastics Engineering from University of Massachusetts Lowell (highly reputed program).
GPA: 4.0. Graduated in 2015.
Professional Summary with major highlights
Job 1: Product Development in small to medium plastics compounding company. [India] [2010 – 2013]
• Started there as a trainee and left as development manager. Had 2 promotions in 3 years.
• Work included developing new product platforms to increase sales as well as diversify product portfolio. Also worked with quality department of plants across India to standardize testing resulting in quality complaints, etc. [Don’t have numbers right now]
• Helped set up operations in its first overseas plant.
• Acted as a liaison between technology and sales and marketing – worked in streamlining our products, developing materials for tradeshow, etc.
Job 2: Product Development in a major Plastics manufacturing company [USA] [2015 – 2018]
• Had 2 roles in this company. Both primarily in product development in different parts of the business. I was moved within one year of joining to the company to the headquarters due to my good performance.
• Involved with a team working on a patented product technology that provides a sustainable alternative to much maligned Styrofoam (styrene) cups, etc. Instrumental in bringing about $500K in cost savings as well as introducing a new product platform. Filed 2 patents for the work done there.
Job 3: Technical Service & Development in a Major Oil & Gas company [A Blue chip company as they like to call it] [USA] [2018 – Present]
• Work in the chemical business of the company on the interface of technology and business serving customers in the packaging industry.
• Global technical lead for a new application area to the company. Serve as technical lead coordinating activities of 3 global teams.
Extra-Curricular Activities
• Active in the volunteering space since my undergraduate days. Currently involved or in the past involved with various charities doing work ranging from food donation, teaching and mentoring underprivileged kids, waste management, etc.
• During my undergraduate, captain of the Cricket team and led the team to its first ever podium finish in an inter varsity tournament.
Why MBA?
I have spent the initial part of the career in technology which was planned to develop a strong technical foundation. I wish to now round of my professional skill set by gathering business acumen. Although there are many ways of achieving that, being a firm believer of learning via education – I wish to enroll in an immersive full-time program to get the maximum experience as well as better prepare for my career aspirations (read below).
Post MBA Goals
With an eventual goal/aspiration of being an entrepreneur focusing on developing sustainable solutions to issues such as plastic waste, I feel in the short term I would want to work in consulting helping companies in a similar area. This will better prepare me when I venture into entrepreneurship.
School Selection
Currently my target school is INSEAD. Based on my own research and talking to current students/alumni, it is a school that gives you an opportunity to network and learn from people of different nationalities, backgrounds, etc. It is aptly called business school of the world and I wish to take advantage of gaining that global perspective.
Other reasons are it being a shorter program, thus lower opportunity cost as well as with the desire to work/explore a different geography.
Questions/Concerns
• Am I too old for an MBA? By the time I will start, I will be 32. My understanding is that European schools generally have an older demographic, so should not be much of an issue. The reason I am applying for that session so I have enough experience in my current company for it to hold some weight when looking for jobs post MBA.
• Being from an over-represented pool (sucks to be Indian male engineer!), what are my chances? Is my work in a niche industry going to be enough of a differentiator?
• Since I have a year before I submit my applications, what can I do to bolster my chances?
• My target school is INSEAD. But what other schools should I apply to?
It would be great if you could evaluate my profile and answer questions in the end. Apologies in advance for the longish post.
General Details
Background: Male, 30 Years old, Indian [Have you heard that before? Lol]
GMAT: 750 [Q50, V41] IR 8 AWA 5
Plan to apply for Sep’ 21 session
Educational Background
Bachelors: B.Eng in Polymer Science and Chemical Technology from Delhi College of Engineering, Delhi, India. 74% (Don’t know GPA). Graduated in 2010.
Masters: M.S. in Plastics Engineering from University of Massachusetts Lowell (highly reputed program).
GPA: 4.0. Graduated in 2015.
Professional Summary with major highlights
Job 1: Product Development in small to medium plastics compounding company. [India] [2010 – 2013]
• Started there as a trainee and left as development manager. Had 2 promotions in 3 years.
• Work included developing new product platforms to increase sales as well as diversify product portfolio. Also worked with quality department of plants across India to standardize testing resulting in quality complaints, etc. [Don’t have numbers right now]
• Helped set up operations in its first overseas plant.
• Acted as a liaison between technology and sales and marketing – worked in streamlining our products, developing materials for tradeshow, etc.
Job 2: Product Development in a major Plastics manufacturing company [USA] [2015 – 2018]
• Had 2 roles in this company. Both primarily in product development in different parts of the business. I was moved within one year of joining to the company to the headquarters due to my good performance.
• Involved with a team working on a patented product technology that provides a sustainable alternative to much maligned Styrofoam (styrene) cups, etc. Instrumental in bringing about $500K in cost savings as well as introducing a new product platform. Filed 2 patents for the work done there.
Job 3: Technical Service & Development in a Major Oil & Gas company [A Blue chip company as they like to call it] [USA] [2018 – Present]
• Work in the chemical business of the company on the interface of technology and business serving customers in the packaging industry.
• Global technical lead for a new application area to the company. Serve as technical lead coordinating activities of 3 global teams.
Extra-Curricular Activities
• Active in the volunteering space since my undergraduate days. Currently involved or in the past involved with various charities doing work ranging from food donation, teaching and mentoring underprivileged kids, waste management, etc.
• During my undergraduate, captain of the Cricket team and led the team to its first ever podium finish in an inter varsity tournament.
Why MBA?
I have spent the initial part of the career in technology which was planned to develop a strong technical foundation. I wish to now round of my professional skill set by gathering business acumen. Although there are many ways of achieving that, being a firm believer of learning via education – I wish to enroll in an immersive full-time program to get the maximum experience as well as better prepare for my career aspirations (read below).
Post MBA Goals
With an eventual goal/aspiration of being an entrepreneur focusing on developing sustainable solutions to issues such as plastic waste, I feel in the short term I would want to work in consulting helping companies in a similar area. This will better prepare me when I venture into entrepreneurship.
School Selection
Currently my target school is INSEAD. Based on my own research and talking to current students/alumni, it is a school that gives you an opportunity to network and learn from people of different nationalities, backgrounds, etc. It is aptly called business school of the world and I wish to take advantage of gaining that global perspective.
Other reasons are it being a shorter program, thus lower opportunity cost as well as with the desire to work/explore a different geography.
Questions/Concerns
• Am I too old for an MBA? By the time I will start, I will be 32. My understanding is that European schools generally have an older demographic, so should not be much of an issue. The reason I am applying for that session so I have enough experience in my current company for it to hold some weight when looking for jobs post MBA.
• Being from an over-represented pool (sucks to be Indian male engineer!), what are my chances? Is my work in a niche industry going to be enough of a differentiator?
• Since I have a year before I submit my applications, what can I do to bolster my chances?
• My target school is INSEAD. But what other schools should I apply to?
Ask Fortuna Admissions
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20 Sep 2019, 09:01
20 Sep 2019, 09:01
Hi,
Please evaluate my profile. Here's a summary:
Nationality: Indian
Gender: Male
Age: 29
Education:
Institution: BITS Pilani, India
GPA: 6.87/10
GMAT: 720
Q: 49 | V: 38 | IR: 6 | AWA: NA yet
Work experience:
WE: 86 months
Industry: Marketing & Advertising
I have been working towards building my career in digital marketing.
I started my career with a digital marketing agency catering to some of the biggest clients across India and I was handling some of their larger portfolios. Spent about 4 years there, handled a team of 7-8 individuals at any point of time and advertising spends of $10mn+ monthly and scooped up 3 promotions during my time there.
Spent a year at a travel experience aggregator with operations across US, EU & Middle East. Led their digital marketing team and build and improved revenue streams across these regions. Got promoted once during my time there.
Moved to one of the largest OTT Video platform in India to lead their digital marketing efforts and have been working with them for the past 2 years. Have consistently been crucial to the growth of the platforms and part of the core marketing team. Lined up for promotion this year.
Awarded by org twice for internal accomplishments.
During my tenure at all 3 firms, I have directly worked with Business Heads and CEOs. Will have LORs from the relevant folks to back up for it.
Extracurricular activities (highlight notable undergraduate and post-undergraduate ones):
UG: Was involved organizing core events at college level sports and cultural fests
Avid Swimmer and Tennis player
Haven’t been involved in much beyond the above.
Post-MBA goals:
I have been in the marketing domain for the past 7 years and wish to continue doing so. The need for MBA arises to give a bump up to my career path and move to senior leadership roles. Wish to work for global firms and gain international exposure.
Target schools: INSEAD(FR/S), NYU Stern, Cornell, Judge, HEC, NUS, NTU, IE Spain.
Questions
What are my chances at the above schools?
I understand that my GPA is on the lower side. How would you suggest I make up for it?
Any other schools that you’d recommend I look at?
Thank you!
Please evaluate my profile. Here's a summary:
Nationality: Indian
Gender: Male
Age: 29
Education:
Institution: BITS Pilani, India
GPA: 6.87/10
GMAT: 720
Q: 49 | V: 38 | IR: 6 | AWA: NA yet
Work experience:
WE: 86 months
Industry: Marketing & Advertising
I have been working towards building my career in digital marketing.
I started my career with a digital marketing agency catering to some of the biggest clients across India and I was handling some of their larger portfolios. Spent about 4 years there, handled a team of 7-8 individuals at any point of time and advertising spends of $10mn+ monthly and scooped up 3 promotions during my time there.
Spent a year at a travel experience aggregator with operations across US, EU & Middle East. Led their digital marketing team and build and improved revenue streams across these regions. Got promoted once during my time there.
Moved to one of the largest OTT Video platform in India to lead their digital marketing efforts and have been working with them for the past 2 years. Have consistently been crucial to the growth of the platforms and part of the core marketing team. Lined up for promotion this year.
Awarded by org twice for internal accomplishments.
During my tenure at all 3 firms, I have directly worked with Business Heads and CEOs. Will have LORs from the relevant folks to back up for it.
Extracurricular activities (highlight notable undergraduate and post-undergraduate ones):
UG: Was involved organizing core events at college level sports and cultural fests
Avid Swimmer and Tennis player
Haven’t been involved in much beyond the above.
Post-MBA goals:
I have been in the marketing domain for the past 7 years and wish to continue doing so. The need for MBA arises to give a bump up to my career path and move to senior leadership roles. Wish to work for global firms and gain international exposure.
Target schools: INSEAD(FR/S), NYU Stern, Cornell, Judge, HEC, NUS, NTU, IE Spain.
Questions
What are my chances at the above schools?
I understand that my GPA is on the lower side. How would you suggest I make up for it?
Any other schools that you’d recommend I look at?
Thank you!
