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26 Nov 2012, 00:40

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Hi,

No need to apologize at all.

You've got great college performance, good international exposure, and solid GMAT score. The challenge would be for you to differentiate yourself from other applicants by demonstrating leadership capabilities and impact on your organization, and clarity of your goals and motivation for getting an MBA.

Your list of schools seem reasonable. Just make sure to research and understand each school's culture, and apply to places that provide environments you thrive in.

I'm sincere in my offer to have a discussion if you are interested so that I can provide more meaningful feedback for you.

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Hi,

I realized that people seem to like asking questions regarding their chances of getting into various business schools. And though I appreciate the information provided so far, proper school selection require much more in-depth discussion regarding your leadership experience, your strengths, what you are passionate about, etc.

School selection is part of the service we offer. If you are interested in finding out how we can help improve your candidacy, please feel free to reach out for a complimentary consultation.

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Hi Christine,

Thank you for taking out time to respond. My only idea was to get some initial feedbacks from an expert to assess my profile to start with. Considering that you and other experts had provided similar advice to many others, I too requested for an intial assessment cum advice. Its not that I like asking question regarding my chances of getting into any college, just that wanted a direction.

Apology if you felt it was inappropriate.

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Thanks marrveladmissions for the reply.....actually ross and tuck are fabulous schools to consider as well given their strength in operations management....i ,'ll surely be considering them .....also i am planning to apply in r1 next year so that i have substantial work experience-2yrs in my new profile ( family business) when i join a bschool.

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Hello,

I am a European applicant and trying to see whether I would be competitive for the top MBA schools, especially a finance/entrepreneurship school.
I was thinking about MIT.

Since I don't really know much about MBA world in USA, I would really appreciate any help you may have. Could you evaluate the below and share your thoughts on competitiveness and schools to target please?

Thanks!
Coma
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Age: 32

UG: Engineering, top school in country. GPA 2.5 - no special reason for low GPA
Grad: MS in Finance: top school in Europe. GPA 3.7
GMAT: 750, Q:51

WE1: Management / Entrepreneurship (engineering related) : 3 years
WE2: Financial Services / Strategy (well known global company) : 2 years

Work experience covers 5 countries (spent at least 6 months) so far
During my WE2 some of the global projects at which I participated at the design phase became highly successful and recommendations (from senior people in organization) revolve around this

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Originally posted by iamsovereign on 26 Nov 2012, 15:58.
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My target schools are Columbia, Harvard, NYU Stern, Stanford and Wharton.

Education
- GPA: 3.70 at Stony Brook University (SUNY) BS in Business Management – Just graduated in August.
GMAT: 650
Age: 29
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- 8 years as an enlisted US nuclear trained submariner. Responsibilities included calculating, sampling and maintaining reactor chemistry, overseeing all radiological activities (maintenance, casualty actions in case of reactor accident etc…) and operating the reactor in all modes.
- 1 year at Sandia National Laboratory as a Health Physics Technician integrating radiological controls into all aspects of their experimentation
- 1.5 years at Brookhaven National Laboratory doing the same as at Sandia.
- .5 years at as a Quality Engineer - Just promoted.
Extracurricular Activities:
- None - When separated from navy, attended school full time and work full time. No time for anything else.

I know my GMAT is not as high as it could be which may be a problem, especially for the schools I am choosing, but I believe I can offset this in my applications by drawing attention to the technical nature of my past and current job, my GPA in Nuclear Power School as well as my A+ in calculus.

Another important point in regards to my GMAT is that I attended my undergrad full time while simultaneously working full time. I believe I can capitalize on this fact and show that while simultaneously pursuing both, I obtained excellent grades and have been promoted at work. I think this will show that when I stop working and attend school full time, I will perform exceptionally well. Please let me know if this logic will hold up in an application and if I should talk to it.

Please let me know your thoughts and I thank you in advance for any evaluation you provide.

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Hi Christine,

Thanks for your reply.
Reason for low grades was that I was interested in more ECs those times. With my grad degree, no more the case.

My goal is to do buy side/advisory finance then/or entrepreneurship.
This is interesting though, for instance MIT doesn't really ask about what one wants to do after MBA or why one would like to do an MBA at all.

Schools: Not strictly US. Any advice welcome. However at this point, I believe MBA will benefit me only if it is one of the very top schools.

Thanks again,
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Thank you for your replies, Pbodine and MarvelAdmission, and I appreciate your perspectives. You have reaffirmed my own thought process in that my GMAT will be a negative. I did leave enough time to retake the GMAT before the application deadlines, however, after much deliberation, I believe my ROI will be greater if I use the remaining time to fully concentrating on other aspects of my application than if I spread myself between the GMAT and the essays/recommendations. In the event that I am not accepted this year, I will retake the GMAT and reapply next year.

With the right level of rigor and perseverance, I think I can pull it off. Again, I greatly appreciate your input and I look forward to any future correspondence!

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Hello,

I'd appreciate some advice/insight into my situation for applying to business school... I think it's a pretty unique and abnormal situation. I would be applying for a Fall 2014 start semester.

Here's my profile:

Age: 25 Asian male
Undergrad: Civil & Environmental Engineering with 3.1 GPA
Haven't taken GMAT yet
7+ years commitment to church leadership and outreach
Avid guitar player/musician, snowboarder, and basketball player

Work Experience: 2 and a half years, both with Fortune 500 companies. Worked in operations/supply chain management in a Global Leadership program, now doing Product Management at Fortune 100 company

After graduating, I was going for a master's in Operations Design and Management at my school, when my adviser recommended me to go for the MBA instead, as it was a more valuable degree with only a handful of additional classes. I was a full time MBA student (with 0 full-time work experience) for about a year and a half when I was hired into a global leadership development program. I've since then moved into my ideal position and industry with my current employer. I am about 75% done with my MBA which, relative to other programs, is lower cost because I took advantage of graduate tuition promotions.

I'm happy with my current role and the potential growth opportunities, but I feel that my growth could be capped based on the fact that I don't have a top tier MBA. I'd like to get into consulting or corporate strategy, which will likely require a higher ranked MBA.

Is it worth abandoning my current MBA to pursue a higher ranked MBA given my situation (currently in MBA program @ 75% completion and high student debt)? With my current resume, would I be able to get in the above schools assuming I get a GMAT score around 670-700 or higher? Are there other low cost ranked schools you can recommend that I would be a good candidate for?

Thanks in advance for your advice!

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Hi Stshine,

You do have a pretty unique situation. I'm curious to find out where you are getting your MBA.

Your work experience so far sounds great. There may be a way for you to transition into consulting without getting another MBA at this point, given all the student loans you have.

I would be happy to review your resume and discuss with you further to figure out how you may be able to leverage what you've done, and transition into consulting or corporate strategy. https://marveladmissions.com/contact-us/

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Hello,

I'd appreciate some advice/insight into my situation for applying to business school... I think it's a pretty unique and abnormal situation. I would be applying for a Fall 2014 start semester.

Here's my profile:

Age: 25 Asian male
Undergrad: Civil & Environmental Engineering with 3.1 GPA
Haven't taken GMAT yet
7+ years commitment to church leadership and outreach
Avid guitar player/musician, snowboarder, and basketball player

Work Experience: 2 and a half years, both with Fortune 500 companies. Worked in operations/supply chain management in a Global Leadership program, now doing Product Management at Fortune 100 company

After graduating, I was going for a master's in Operations Design and Management at my school, when my adviser recommended me to go for the MBA instead, as it was a more valuable degree with only a handful of additional classes. I was a full time MBA student (with 0 full-time work experience) for about a year and a half when I was hired into a global leadership development program. I've since then moved into my ideal position and industry with my current employer. I am about 75% done with my MBA which, relative to other programs, is lower cost because I took advantage of graduate tuition promotions.

I'm happy with my current role and the potential growth opportunities, but I feel that my growth could be capped based on the fact that I don't have a top tier MBA. I'd like to get into consulting or corporate strategy, which will likely require a higher ranked MBA.

I've accumulated about $150K in loans from undergrad and the current MBA program that I'm in. Thus, I am only looking into low-cost MBA program, such as:

Kelley at Indiana University, ranked #23. Has a great online/part-time program that costs only $50k total
Marriott school at BYU, ranked #32. Costs ~$20K total, but it is a full-time program
Tepper at Carnegie Mellon, ranked #19. They will be starting a new online/part-time program next year, I believe it will cost around $60k total

Is it worth abandoning my current MBA to pursue a higher ranked MBA given my situation (currently in MBA program @ 75% completion and high student debt)? With my current resume, would I be able to get in the above schools assuming I get a GMAT score around 670-700 or higher? Are there other low cost ranked schools you can recommend that I would be a good candidate for?

Thanks in advance for your advice!

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Thanks for the prompt response!

I'm currently getting my MBA from WPI (Worcester Polytechnic Institute). They are not ranked, but are "#1 part time MBA in Northeast," and was #1 in the nation a few years ago (by businessweek). My fear is that as I'm applying to jobs a few years down the line, my resume will be ignored because I don't have a top tier MBA, specifically competing against other candidates in consulting and strategy. At the same time, there's also the fact that I am near completion to my current program.

How strong of a candidate do you think I would be to get into the programs I had mentioned above? I know I have a lower undergrad GPA, but there was a significant upward trend after my 2nd year. Would a GMAT score of 700 and strong references be enough to overcome that?

I'd certainly like to speak with you more. I'll set up an appointment through the link you sent me.

Thanks!

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Hi,

I wonder if there are ways for you to get into consulting or corporate strategy w out abandoning your current MBA, and pursue a new MBA. I think we should have a discussion regarding the type of consulting work you would like to do. You can actually do supply chain management consulting or operations consulting. Or you can leverage your industry experience and transition into consulting w the industry focus.

I've worked in corporate strategy, and also in management consulting, so I'll be happy to discuss potential career options with you.

Please email me your resume, and we can set up a time to talk.

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In terms of corporate strategy, you may also want explore opportunities to move into that area within your current firm.

supply chain management, or operations consulting

stshine

Hello,

I'd appreciate some advice/insight into my situation for applying to business school... I think it's a pretty unique and abnormal situation. I would be applying for a Fall 2014 start semester.

Here's my profile:

Age: 25 Asian male
Undergrad: Civil & Environmental Engineering with 3.1 GPA
Haven't taken GMAT yet
7+ years commitment to church leadership and outreach
Avid guitar player/musician, snowboarder, and basketball player

Work Experience: 2 and a half years, both with Fortune 500 companies. Worked in operations/supply chain management in a Global Leadership program, now doing Product Management at Fortune 100 company

After graduating, I was going for a master's in Operations Design and Management at my school, when my adviser recommended me to go for the MBA instead, as it was a more valuable degree with only a handful of additional classes. I was a full time MBA student (with 0 full-time work experience) for about a year and a half when I was hired into a global leadership development program. I've since then moved into my ideal position and industry with my current employer. I am about 75% done with my MBA which, relative to other programs, is lower cost because I took advantage of graduate tuition promotions.

I'm happy with my current role and the potential growth opportunities, but I feel that my growth could be capped based on the fact that I don't have a top tier MBA. I'd like to get into consulting or corporate strategy, which will likely require a higher ranked MBA.

I've accumulated about $150K in loans from undergrad and the current MBA program that I'm in. Thus, I am only looking into low-cost MBA program, such as:

Kelley at Indiana University, ranked #23. Has a great online/part-time program that costs only $50k total
Marriott school at BYU, ranked #32. Costs ~$20K total, but it is a full-time program
Tepper at Carnegie Mellon, ranked #19. They will be starting a new online/part-time program next year, I believe it will cost around $60k total

Is it worth abandoning my current MBA to pursue a higher ranked MBA given my situation (currently in MBA program @ 75% completion and high student debt)? With my current resume, would I be able to get in the above schools assuming I get a GMAT score around 670-700 or higher? Are there other low cost ranked schools you can recommend that I would be a good candidate for?

Thanks in advance for your advice!

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28 Nov 2012, 03:19

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Hi Guys,

I want to know what is the equivalent GPA for 59%. I did engineering in one of the indian instituites and I got aggregate of 59%. What is the equivalent GPA for this aggregate.

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Hi,

I think with GMAT score of 700 and strong references, you should be competitive at the schools mentioned. But the bigger question is defining a clear vision for your career, and knowing why you want to do management consulting or corporate strategy, and that clarity would guide you to make decisions that move you closer to your vision.

Happy to discusss further.

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Hi Ravi,

Unless the business schools specifically asked you to convert into 4 point scale GPA, just report your grade as is.

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Hi Guys,

I want to know what is the equivalent GPA for 59%. I did engineering in one of the indian instituites and I got aggregate of 59%. What is the equivalent GPA for this aggregate.

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Ravi

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Dear Marvel Admissions,

Trust this post you well.

Need your help in evaluating my profile:

Indian, Male, Age 26, Engineering undergrad, Manufacturing sector and consulting work ex, among the top 10% in both university and professional peer group...

GMAT 610 (Q38, V36 ; 46 and 79 %ile respectively) .. I hate to say this, but this my 3rd attempt at the exam, and have been able to get only this.

Undergrad GPA - 8.1 on 10, ( that converts to 3.3 on 4 if I am right), have a PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Law ..

Professional background:

3 years of work ex. as process engineer in automotive manufacturing.. excellent track record at company, in terms of leadership, project management, and responsibilities... handled 2 key product developments amounting to 10 million $ in budget allocations ...another key highlight includes being chosen for funded PG program among a pool of 100 engineers ( 3 were chosen) ..

Post automotive experience, shifted to business consulting, and involved as research analyst tracking the global commercial vehicle market, promotions YoY and recently given team leader role .. presently with the same firm ... key member of team building in the consulting firm, and responsible for establishing an overseas research team this year ... have completed that process and moved to other assignments now... been with the firm for 2 years and 4 months now ( total of 5 years+ work ex. )

Other key achievements:

. Demonstrated team building and leadership qualities --- undergrad placement representative, team lead role in the current profile..
. Profession working knowledge in German ( have completed 6 levels of professional german language from the local office of Max Mueller Bhavan, India)

Target: MIT SLOAN LGO, Tippie, Broad (SCM program), Krannert, Kenan Flager, Anderson .. I know I can't think of top 10 with the GMAT score.. but any advice there would be welcome..

All I want to know is how good are my chances at the listed schools, recommended schools for this background, and what can be ideally done (in brief) to combat the low GMAT... I will be having stellar recommendations and am concentrating on my essays already....

Please advice...

Thanks
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Dear Christine,

Thank you for the evaluation. The main reason for me not considering re-taking the GMAT is because I do not have sufficient time left to take the exam and then apply in R3. I would like to apply in R2.

Definitely would like to have one session of consultation as offered.

Please let me know how to proceed.

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apns

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Hi Apn,

Please find the link to our contact form.

https://marveladmissions.com/contact-us/

I'll review your resume and I'll email you some availabilities and we'll go from there.

Thanks.

Christine

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Hi,

Could you please help me in evaluating my profile.

I wrote GMAT and scored 660 (Q-49, V-33)

Degree : BTech(IT)
Job : Systems Engineer in TCS(Development project) in BFSI(banking and finance ) domain
Working for multinational client dealing with Financial Markets
2+ years exp.
Have conducted lots of trainings and participated in extracurriculars too.
Social Activities : Volunteer in some NGOs
Leadership Exp : College event coordinator, managed fests etc. Trainings in job.
Activities : Dance, public speaking, painting, member of Toast Masters International, Throw ball team in school

Looking for MBA in Finance.
Please advise Indian and Singapore based schools .

Thanks in advance .
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Hello fellow Toastmasters member,

I am not as familiar with the Indian business schools. But I think gaining some experience outside your home country will serve you well, so I highly encourage you to look into the schools in Singapore. I left the comfort of southern california to pursue my MBA at London Business School, and I learned a lot from just being in Europe and seeing how other people view the U.S.

NUS and Nanyang would be great schools for you to consider. An MBA from Singapore can provide you with Pan Asia and global perspective, and it is such a dynamic city to be in.

Good luck!

Christine Lin
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03 Dec 2012, 21:12

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Hi,

I'd appreciate it if you could provide some application tips...I am going to apply for Round 1 next year.

1) Female, 3 yrs in top Engine Manufacturing Company based in Midwest. In Financial Rotational Program, have been to Accounting, Plant Manufacturing Costing, high level reporting and analysis, and Engineering Finance a total of 4 functions with each half an year. Going to apply next Year for first round.
2) 680-710, going to target 750+ before first round next year
3) College info: IUB Kelley Bschool, 3.84, Finance 3.93, Accounting 3.79. In addition, another college degree slightly before this one in China, 3.3 in sociology major. Graduated from Kelley in 2011. Only Undergradute degree.

4) Activities
Co-Founder and Co-President, Chinese Business Association at Kelley School of Business. Now with 300+ members. Received "2011 IU Student Org honorable Mention" Award. Now I am sitting as Alum Committee Chair at this club.

Founder and President, Chidren's Mentor Network (post university club). A club targeting children living in poverty are in china. Raised funding to help them get back to schools, and set up one-on-one mentoring service for 30 children (selected). Volunteering to teach them classes during Christmas. Advocated this program through local TV Station and newspapers and secured a few corporations for funding.

Event Co-Leader, Women's Affinity Club (in my current company). Will be holding several mentoring events next year.

Will-be Vice President of whatever title soon. At my father's company (200+ employee medical appliance manufacturing corp). I am looking forward to seeking for business in North America for this company.

5) CPA all exams passed. CFA Level 1, might take level 2 next year
6) MBA Goal: Top 10
7) Career Goal: Entreprenuership or VC
8）Others: 2nd place in women's basketable 3v3 game in 2008 in a Chinese University campus tournament
member in golf club
play a few other sports, not outstanding tho

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03 Dec 2012, 22:43

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Hi AprilJean,

Kudos on demonstrating leadership capabilities through extracurricular activities!

It is good that you are preparing early. There are many things you can do right now to help improve your chances of getting into a top school, starting with the GMAT. I would recommend studying and taking the GMAT to get that out of the way first.

Meanwhile, take on leadership opportunities at work, start thinking about who you may want to ask to write your recommendation letter, and get really clear about what your post MBA career goal and your long-term career vision, and how you think an MBA will help you get there. Research the schools to narrow down 4-6 schools to apply to.

Are you quitting your current job to switch to work your father's company? Title does not matter as much as what you would actually be able to accomplish within the new role.

I would be happy to speak to you further to provide you with more specific feedback if you are interested. Please feel free to email me your resume, and we can set up a time to talk. [email protected]

Good luck!

Christine Lin

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