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Calling all ISB PGP Applicants - (2023 Intake) Class of 2024 03 May 2023, 00:51
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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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Hi JMJK

Although more information would help, here is some advice basis what you have shared:

Broadly, 3+ years at Bain (is that BCN?) would be valued by most B-schools as good experience. The SRCC background helps as well.

A 700 should make you competitive at ISB with a good application. If you are also targeting foreign schools (especially the US top 20), then you should retake the GMAT and aim for 720+.
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10th: 64%
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Currently working as senior manager in public sector bank with 9 years of work experience ( as of May 2023)

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Gap of 3 yrs for Civil Services prep

Do you think my low academics or gap will be hindrance for ISB admission?

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ReeteshJ hope you are doing great

Although you may not like it, your undergraduate academic performance will have a significant impact on your admission prospects than you realize. This is particularly true when your GMAT score is average and you have a significant gap in your professional history.

I am interested to know why you only considered ISB for your MBA/PGP program. Is it because you haven't explored other programs? Given your extensive work experience, I recommend researching other one-year full-time PGP programs for experienced professionals such as IIM A, B, C, XLRI, and SP Jain.

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Calling all ISB PGP Applicants - (2023 Intake) Class of 2024 Updated on: 07 May 2023, 06:17
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Does ISB ’like’ reapplicants?

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Reapplicants do get admission. I don't believe that reapplicants have a better shot compared to a first-time applicant; rather their applications are scrutinized bit more on the extent to which they have overcome the reasons for rejection in the earlier attempt, and how it has been portrayed in the reapplicant essay. Ofcourse, the usual data points, work ex, GMAT, essays, GPA, etc. also need to be on point, to compete with the new applicant pool.

Give it another shot in R1! Try making the controllable aspects of your application as good as you can. Good luck!
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Reapplicants do get admission. I don’t believe that reapplicants have a better shot compared to a first-time applicant; rather their applications are scrutinized bit more on the extent to which they have overcome the reasons for rejection in the earlier attempt, and how it has been portrayed that in the reapplicant essay. Ofcourse, the usual data points, work ex, GMAT, essays, GPA, etc. also need to be on point, to compete with the new applicant pool. Give it another shot in R1! Try making the controllable aspects of your application as good as you can. Good luck!
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Hey, hope all is well. I believe what really will make a difference will be your 3rd Essay, the re-applicant essay. The school would want to see 2-3 tangible changes to your candidature over the last admissions cycle. It can be anything - a job switch, a senior/different role within the same org, cultivating a hobby, having a passion project, or learning a new skill/language. Whatever it is, flesh it out really well in the 3rd essay. Definitely makes a difference when re-applicants are being evaluated. Thanks and all the best!
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I am in family bussiness helping my father in his Tax consultancy.We have a small office. WHAT INCOME PROOF SHOULD I GIVE DURING APPLICATION.ALSO HOW TO SHOW MY WORK EXPERIENCE? Please suggest guys
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ritwikkg reapplicant evaluations work differently at different business schools.

I would not say that most business schools scrutinize re-applicants more than first-timers. The schools do not change their admission criteria based on the number of attempts. However, the schools will check whether the re-applicant has tried to overcome the shortcomings that led to the previous rejection. How well you identify the shortcomings will depend on your understanding of a school's selection criteria.

As a re-applicant at ISB, you should try to get candid feedback on your previous application and interview experience from an expert. Without that, you will be shooting in the dark without any focus. I say this because ISB has a fairly transparent selection criteria, so identifying what did not work in your favor for someone who understands ISB admissions will not be difficult.

In my experience, looking at these factors can help you get a fair evaluation at ISB as a reapplicant-
1. Academics and GMAT/GRE (do not ignore your undergrad marks) That can become a ground for rejection too
2. Career progression (did you do justice explaining your career growth in your last application)
3. Goals strategy (perhaps the most common reason for rejection at ISB) you can read more here
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4. Below average recommendation (The Secret Sauce for Outstanding Letters of Recommendation)

5. You could be at the extremes of ISB's target segment in terms of age or experience. You may be too old and not a good fit for a dynamic cohort or too young/inexperienced. For example, Only ~8% of ISB's class is above 30 years of age, therefore you will have to demonstrate the right qualities and personality to be considered for the ISB PGP.

Feel free to get in touch for a profile evaluation or ding analysis.

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Hi DEV2022

The IT Return can be shown as proof of Income. For work experience, Applicants are required to enter details about their Job responsibilities and achievements, you will be required to enter these details in the application.

Wish you all the best.

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When will isb open their application for 2024 batch?
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It will open on 1st June and topic for both the essays will be same as last year.
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Which is the best admission consultant for ISB?
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what about Experts Global?

and ISB Mantra?
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ISB loves reapplicants, and for a reason: For instance, in your case, a GMAT score of 760 would perhaps have made you a good candidate for numerous schools world-wide.

But the very fact that you decided to wait an entire year and reapply to ISB, gives ISB an indication that ISB is not just one of the numerous other schools that you are interested in. Which school will not love such students?
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Hey,

I have been working with Manan Puri from Strategy4GMAT (S4G) for the past year now.

It’s been a great experience, they are very helpful and have some real good practices which can help you prepare for ISB applications and interviews.

Last year, I could get through ISB by myself. Which is Manan’s feedback has really helped in building my profile as a reapplicant.

It’s him who gave me confidence and made my mind to give GRE another shot. And it’s great to know that I scored 333 this time.

I definitely recommend Manan Puri and entire team. It’s worth noting that the team themselves are ISB alumnus which is a cheery on top.
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Thanks a lot

Any feedback about Experts’ Global
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Hey, I have been working with Manan Puri from Strategy4GMAT (S4G) for the past year now. It’s been a great experience, they are very helpful and have some real good practices which can help you prepare for ISB applications and interviews. Last year, I could get through ISB by myself. Which is Manan’s feedback has really helped in building my profile as a reapplicant. It’s him who gave me confidence and made my mind to give GRE another shot. And it’s great to know that I scored 333 this time. I definitely recommend Manan Puri and entire team. It’s worth noting that the team themselves are ISB alumnus which is a cheery on top.
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what was the cost?

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It will open on 1st June and topic for both the essays will be same as last year.
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is this true?
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