Hi
harshil271199 On the surface of it, I see a promising candidate who
1) has demonstrated career growth progression through two jobs and promotions,
2) has a solid academic foundation, and
3) has gained impressive employer brand associations (and founder/recommender's goodwill) within a short span.
So if you are looking for some positive reinforcement, I can tell you that the school would be looking for many reasons to take you than not to take you. I hope you handled the interview well and allayed any concerns the panel had (I think they would have asked you why you needed an MBA when you have a CA background and you moved into a strategy role at a startup. I hope you mentioned that in your application as well). Stay optimistic and hope for the best.
As for the scholarship, it can be unpredictable. But if you give genuine reasons why you should be given one, your case will be considered holistically.
Best wishes
Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alumna, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
Founder, MBAGuideConsulting
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Hi,To any expert with previous experience on selection and scholarship possibility, please review my profile and share thoughts on chances on scholarship and selectionEducation12th Grade - 92.31Bachelors of Commerce - Narsee Monjee College, Mumbai - 8.75 CGPACA - All levels in first attemptCFA - Level 1GMAT Focus - 675 (Classic edition equivalent of 730)Work experienceHDFC Bank, Investment Banking - 1 year - Fast-track promotion from Analyst to Associate in 6 monthsboAt, CEO's Office - 1 year, 8 months (Chief of Staff to Founder for 3 months) - Only Associate to receive ESOPs within 12 monthsLetter of Recommendation - Co-Founder & CEO of boAt (Sameer Mehta)Extra curricularCricket at district levelHead at Rotaract Club of Narsee Monjee CollegeHead at French Association of Narsee Monjee CollegeMember at Umang, Narsee Monjee College FestivalVolunteer at Arham Yuva Seva Group (Book Donation and Stationery Donation to school kids)Interview (Round 2)Date - 04 Jan, 2025Duration - 50 MinutesQuestions - Regarding professional experience at boAt and HDFC IB + Few questions on personality traitsAnyone with prior experience and knowledge about selected candidates, please share chances of selection and scholarship