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Im a indian with a gmat score of 720. I have an UG degree in Mechanical Engineering with the GPA of 8.61
I have about 3.5 years of work experience in family business, where i have made significant contribution by making a vertical integration from being traders to manufacturers. I am the production manager there.
What would my chances be if i apply to top business schools in US. I have heard for Indian Engineers the average Gmat score must be higher
What MBA programs would you suggest in USA and Europe?

MG4MBACrystalBall · Answer

rome2534 ,

A few quick thoughts on your profile evaluation and queries.

The academic arc looks decent given the healthy GPA though the college pedigree/brand matters.

School like   family business experience   but can also be quite skeptical due to the lack of brand/scale/credibility - areas to explicitly address through your applications. Read about a related candidate story  here .

On the GMAT front, there is never a magic number. In general though, one can usually add 20-30 points to a given school's average to get a sense of the Indian GMAT average. So, plan accordingly.

Do reach out with a resume and other queries on the email below for a more detailed discussion.

Cheers,

MBAGuide · Answer

rome2534 GMAT On this platform, I have consistently advised applicants to consider GMAT scores in the quantitative and verbal sections individually. Admissions committees evaluate your performance along with that of your peers (from your demographic group) using a bell curve approach. A Q49 score (approximately the 75th percentile) is considered borderline elite for overrepresented populations at top business schools. If your quantitative score is around this threshold, the admissions committee is confident that you can handle the academically demanding curriculum. Conversely, for native English speakers, a high score on the verbal section works very well with the adcoms as it underscores that the applicant has the expected skills based on their demographic. Your verbal score is more likely to reflect your ability to participate in discussions in a truly diverse group at schools that place a high value on discussion-based pedagogy. Your interview performance will matter a lot. Professional experience Sometimes you may underestimate the depth of experience you gain working as a self-employed person or in a family business. One aspect that is highly valued by both business schools and recruiters is hands-on experience in directly managing various important projects (if you come from a family business, you should have had this experience). Think about the contributions you have made to your family business and focus on the key success metrics you have independently led. Candidates who have experience scaling a family business can offer a unique perspective, having experienced firsthand the impact of making decisions that align with specific goals. As a new generation participant in the family business, you can illustrate your case with examples that highlight your fresh and unconventional approach to the business. This will set you apart from the traditional norms that family business management adheres to and motivate you to pursue an MBA now. The experience of working in a family business brings significant learning and challenges that, if effectively presented in your application, can position you as a strong candidate. Goals As for your goals, my advice is to do thorough research. It is important to be realistic about your goals and strategically communicate them to the admissions committee. If you get your goals strategy wrong, you would have almost no chance of getting into a top 20 MBA in the US. Therefore, your focus must be now to research your goals and then create a target list of schools. I would like to understand more about your work experience and your potential before suggesting any schools. Therefore feel free to speak should you want some professional advice. Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need help navigating your unique circumstances in the B School admissions process. Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD alum, Former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer) MBAGuideConsulting LinkedIn |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/ | Message(WA): +91 9971200927| email- mbaguideconsulting@gmail.com

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