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What should be the score for hec?
There is no one magic score, as it’d depend on the overall profile.

Having said that, HEC’s last published GMAT average translates to a 645-655 GMAT FE.

This is the global average, so if you’re from an overrepresented demographic (e.g. Indian Engineer Male), aiming for 20-30+ points above this would help.

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Does msc in marketing requires GMAT FE score?
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Profile Evaluation – Indian Army Doctor | 5 YOE | 60% MBBS | Target: ISB 2028

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MBBS graduate, Indian Armed Forces Medical Services

5 years of work experience; 3 years as Officer Commanding of a Medical Coy under NCC

Leading a national-level policy reform for NCC medical cadet curriculum (in collaboration with NMC)

2 clinical research papers published (leprosy focus)

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Class 10: 8.5 CGPA

Class 12: 79%

MBBS: 60%

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ISB/HEC/INSEAD (Fall 2028 intake)

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Strong leadership in high-pressure environments

Public health, disaster readiness, and training implementation experience

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Realistic scholarship chances?

Weak UG score offset by profile strength?

Target GMAT for scholarship competitiveness?

Would appreciate any thoughts on profile strength, GMAT goals, and positioning. Thanks in advance!
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Fall 2028 - that gives you a lot of work experience... i think it should be a very strong profile
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Ma’am any target score for GMAT on the same? Also if weak UG scores affect?

I’ll have a complete 5 years of work ex by 2028.
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Oh okay - i misunderstood... i think after this strong work ex - your UG scores shouldn't matter a lot... also you can mention the reason for low score in essay 6 - the optional essay

And try scoring 655+

It will surely open more gates as well...
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Thank you ma’am.
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I’m currently in my 2nd year of undergraduate studies and am very interested in applying for the HEC Paris MSc in Marketing (2027 intake). I wanted to reach out to seek your guidance on how to start preparing for the application process — from GMAT, IELTS, and SOPs to LORs and other requirements.

Here’s a brief overview of my profile:
• Academics: 10th – 94% (ICSE), 12th – 90% (State Board), Current semesters – 7.45 & 7.5 GPA
• Extracurriculars: Volunteer in Digital Marketing, Marketing, and Hospitality Committees; member of Leo Club (non-profit)
• Skills & Certifications: Excel (Beginner to Advanced), Gen AI Foundation Course, Communication, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Pitching Skills
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I’m currently in my 2nd year of undergraduate studies and am very interested in applying for the HEC Paris MSc in Marketing (2027 intake). I wanted to reach out to seek your guidance on how to start preparing for the application process — from GMAT, IELTS, and SOPs to LORs and other requirements.

Here’s a brief overview of my profile:
• Academics: 10th – 94% (ICSE), 12th – 90% (State Board), Current semesters – 7.45 & 7.5 GPA
• Extracurriculars: Volunteer in Digital Marketing, Marketing, and Hospitality Committees; member of Leo Club (non-profit)
• Skills & Certifications: Excel (Beginner to Advanced), Gen AI Foundation Course, Communication, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Pitching Skills
• Languages: English ,Hindi & Learning French
The first and foremost goal should be a razor sharp clarity in your goal and establishing how this school would help you achieve your goals. Start working on GMAT and simultaneously on application. A good application takes lots of time and a common mistake students make is picking up applications only after GMAT. As former director of admissions at ISB, I observed that the applicants who gave due importance to writing a compelling applications generally got the admit. Start simultaneous prep. Best wishes ! Manish Mishra (Founder - TutelageX) | http://www.tutelagex.com
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Thank you Manish Sir
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Can someone guide me on how much I should score in GMAT Focus to crack R3 of HEC :
1. I am an Associate Product Manager at Blooming Health, a US Health Tech Firm that works towards connecting the community-based organisations and social care networks with the elderly or economically challenged users. Also, these orgs help in providing Medicaid and screening for needs to these users.
2. I have over 5 years of experience:
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b. Business Analyst (2022) Kfin Technologies Ltd
c. Associate Product Manager (2023-2025) across RenewBuy (Insurance), 2070 Health (VC), and now Blooming Health.
10th: 8.8 CGPA
12th: 71.4%
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Can someone guide me on how much I should score in GMAT Focus to crack R3 of HEC :
1. I am an Associate Product Manager at Blooming Health, a US Health Tech Firm that works towards connecting the community-based organisations and social care networks with the elderly or economically challenged users. Also, these orgs help in providing Medicaid and screening for needs to these users.
2. I have over 5 years of experience:
a. Junior specialist (2021) Boston consulting group
b. Business Analyst (2022) Kfin Technologies Ltd
c. Associate Product Manager (2023-2025) across RenewBuy (Insurance), 2070 Health (VC), and now Blooming Health.
10th: 8.8 CGPA
12th: 71.4%
Bachelors in computer Application: 9.38 CGPA
3. Extra Curriculars
a. Been the organizing member of TEDxMSIT 2019
b. English Mentor at NGO named Rhythm of Life (2018-2019)
c. Rotaract Head 2018-2019 (got the best head award)
anything above 615 would be a good score. Simple logic - go for above avg score of batch, as an Asian, there is a bit of higher expectations
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Hi CaptK,

While there is no score that guarantees an admit, a score upwards of 665+ will give you a strong chance at receiving an interview call from ISB. INSEAD prefers either strong entrepreneurial or international experience, and, therefore, may be tricky.

We have worked with candidates with similar profiles (as yours) in the past.

Please leave an inquiry for a free strategy session; don't worry about enrollment etc; even if we are able to give you some good insights, we will be happy.

All the best!

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Profile Evaluation – Indian Army Doctor | 5 YOE | 60% MBBS | Target: ISB 2028

Background:

MBBS graduate, Indian Armed Forces Medical Services

5 years of work experience; 3 years as Officer Commanding of a Medical Coy under NCC

Leading a national-level policy reform for NCC medical cadet curriculum (in collaboration with NMC)

2 clinical research papers published (leprosy focus)

Academics:

Class 10: 8.5 CGPA

Class 12: 79%

MBBS: 60%

Target Program:

ISB/HEC/INSEAD (Fall 2028 intake)

Extras:

Strong leadership in high-pressure environments

Public health, disaster readiness, and training implementation experience

Queries:

Realistic scholarship chances?

Weak UG score offset by profile strength?

Target GMAT for scholarship competitiveness?

Would appreciate any thoughts on profile strength, GMAT goals, and positioning. Thanks in advance!
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Can someone guide me on how much I should score in GMAT Focus to crack R3 of HEC :
1. I am an Associate Product Manager at Blooming Health, a US Health Tech Firm that works towards connecting the community-based organisations and social care networks with the elderly or economically challenged users. Also, these orgs help in providing Medicaid and screening for needs to these users.
2. I have over 5 years of experience:
a. Junior specialist (2021) Boston consulting group
b. Business Analyst (2022) Kfin Technologies Ltd
c. Associate Product Manager (2023-2025) across RenewBuy (Insurance), 2070 Health (VC), and now Blooming Health.
10th: 8.8 CGPA
12th: 71.4%
Bachelors in computer Application: 9.38 CGPA
3. Extra Curriculars
a. Been the organizing member of TEDxMSIT 2019
b. English Mentor at NGO named Rhythm of Life (2018-2019)
c. Rotaract Head 2018-2019 (got the best head award)
Get a 655 to be in safe zone


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Hi Guys. How much should a 'male general engineer + consultant' target for HEC?

I believe this profile is the most over represented category.
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Hi Guys. How much should a 'male general engineer + consultant' target for HEC?
Just target to stay above 655. rest is all noise. It will depend heavily on your quality of work reflected in your essays followed by your interview performance.
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> What should be the score for hec?
There is no one magic score, as it’d depend on the overall profile.

Having said that, HEC’s last published GMAT average translates to a 645-655 GMAT FE.

This is the global average, so if you’re from an overrepresented demographic (e.g. Indian Engineer Male), aiming for 20-30+ points above this would help.

Regards,
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What about those who are not engineering and come from business background with experience of close to 5-6 years working with the recruiters of HEC MBA grads or any of the leading BSchools?
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