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I am planning for ISB 2024. I will be having work exp of 7 years by june 2024. 10th - 92%, btech in Eee from NIT with 9.28 CGPA. I am working in product based MNCs. Could someone please tell me what does ISB look at some one with 6 to 7 years of exp. And what can be the extra curricular activities required.


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Irrespective of your age or years of work experience these are the key aspects business schools (including ISB) look for in MBA/PGP candidates-
1. Proof of career progression:
Perhaps the most important criterion on an MBA application. You want to show your growth trajectory over the years. B-Schools will view your promotions and incremental work responsibilities as a sign of your potential. Even for applicants with only 2 years of full-time experience, demonstrating growth with progressive responsibilities in short term projects can help them show the breadth and depth of knowledge to the schools and ace a top admit. Therefore this one is really key.

2. Clarity on goals:
Employability is a big factor when it comes to handing out admits to potential students. Schools may not admit or list this as an official criterion, but they surely question whether each applicant, if granted an admit, would be able to achieve his or her objective out of an MBA/PGP program. Even at ISB, of all the questions asked in the PGP interviews, the question about applying to ISB PGP is the most important. Failure to describe PGP-justifying goals is a common mistake made by PGP rejects.

You can read more about this here - https://gmatclub.com/forum/fail-proof-s ... l#p3120560

3. Proof of leadership potential and good people skills:
Your personal narrative essays and your resume can serve as a repository of your accomplishments, breakthroughs, and challenges at each stage of your career to demonstrate your leadership potential. Highlight evidence of uniting people behind a common goal, utilizing the talents of others, motivating teams, developing a vision, challenging the status quo, identifying and solving new problems, or prioritizing the organization's needs over personal interests.

4. Academic inclination:
A decent academic background is important. A low GPA can create problems. But since your academic trajectory has been good, you need not worry. But you need to attain a decent score on GMAT / GRE that shows consistency in your academic aptitude. Irrespective of whether you are from an elite or non-elite undergrad college, you should highlight accomplishments during your undergraduate years that identify you as an academically focused individual. Mention scholarships, exceptional GPAs, awards such as hackathons or case competitions, and leadership positions you held during your college time.

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While it is good to show some hobbies or interests and community service in your application, do not feel nervous if you are unable to recall any recent engagements. You can also look for unusual themes in your profile that schools do not automatically associate with your profession. For example, a P&L manager of an FMCG business started her first job as a teacher for school children. A brand manager at an E-commerce company had a gap year on his resume during which he became a yoga instructor. Look for unique experiences, distinctive hobbies, or travel experiences that balance the predictability of your professional profile. In my experience, I have seen that applicants usually do not realize in early stages of application how they have contributed to their community. It could take a little introspection to unravel it all.

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Hi MHBS

Some of the skills which ISB look at someone with your experience are:

1. Learnability Skills
2. Communication Skills
3. Industry and functional knowledge
4. Team Skills(If you have managed the team)
5. Leadership Skills

The above are not the complete list, some skills can be identified/added after we know your work profile/job responsibilities and achievements. Extra curricular activities will depend upon your current interest/hobbies you are passionate about.

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I am planning for ISB 2024. I will be having work exp of 7 years by june 2024. 10th - 92%, btech in Eee from NIT with 9.28 CGPA. I am working in product based MNCs. Could someone please tell me what does ISB look at some one with 6 to 7 years of exp. And what can be the extra curricular activities required.
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How important is it to focus on the Integrated Reasoning section since it does not affect the score?
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How important is it to focus on the Integrated Reasoning section since it does not affect the score?
Focus on Verbal and Quant sections first since they are the primary determinants of your score. Hygiene score in IR & AWA is okay.
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Hi all,

Wanted honest help and guidance on building profile for ISB admissions this year.

I am currently working in Bain and Company and have graduated from SRCC. I have 3years of work experience and have scored 700 in GMAT.

I am in dire need of someone to assist me on how to go forward and convert calls. or Whether to give a retake?
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When do the applications open usually for ISB each year? For the 2024 intake? Thank you for the reply.
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When do the applications open usually for ISB each year? For the 2024 intake? Thank you for the reply.

Usually around the end of May or early June.
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Okay thank you.
And for the people who have taken help from a consultant, could you suggest some good ones to talk to for help in application? I am aiming to apply for round 1 itself. Thank you
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Okay thank you.
And for the people who have taken help from a consultant, could you suggest some good ones to talk to for help in application? I am aiming to apply for round 1 itself. Thank you

Look around this forum and you will find several consultants. Speak to them to determine the right fit for you.

We help on ISB apps too. You can check out more here.

See this thread for profile evaluations done in the past and useful articles on ISB.
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Wanted honest help and guidance on building profile for ISB admissions this year. I am currently working in Bain and Company and have graduated from SRCC. I have 3years of work experience and have scored 700 in GMAT. I am in dire need of someone to assist me on how to go forward and convert calls. or Whether to give a retake?
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What is the best platform to improve in Verbal section for GMAT ? please suggest.
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Hi all,

Wanted honest help and guidance on building profile for ISB admissions this year.

I am currently working in Bain and Company and have graduated from SRCC. I have 3years of work experience and have scored 700 in GMAT.

I am in dire need of someone to assist me on how to go forward and convert calls. or Whether to give a retake?
700 is already a decent score and so, the only way forward, is up.

Getting 30+ more score than your current score will definitely enhance your chances at all the schools you are applying to.
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How important is it to focus on the Integrated Reasoning section since it does not affect the score?
ISB does not take Integrated reasoning into consideration.

Refer to this link: https://www.isb.edu/en/study-isb/post-g ... t/faq.html
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