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Got it thanks for the heads up!
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As the ISB Round 1 deadline nears, many of you have asked us about how to tackle this year’s new essay prompts.

To help, our Founder Arijit Biswas (ISB Co’15) has created a focused video breaking down each essay — what ISB is really looking for, how to structure your responses, and common mistakes to avoid.

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Should I expect a scholarship at ISB?
Absolutely, but don't take anything for granted. Work meticulously on every aspect of the application.
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Would also like to understand my chances at an M7 admit as an Indian male software profile, with a good GMAT score.
"good" GMAT score? You sure have an art of underplaying it.

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Hi candidates,

This is the final invite to apply for the one-week ISB Application and Essay bootcamp wherein we aim to complete the entire application / essay in a week (starting July 25th).

Due to some last minute cancellations, we are opening up the application link one final time for the bootcamp. Please note this is still selective in nature, and applying doesn't guarantee bootcamp admission.

Application link: https://forms.gle/ty7n7pMS6D4uvxEb8

For any queries on bootcamp, WA on +91 8826075608

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Hi all, following up on my last messages, since I received a lot of interest for the bootcamp.

Few slots have opened up for the ISB R1 Application Bootcamp which is set to start from 25th July (tentatively) wherein we will complete the entire application in a week to free up rest of your time to focus on other elements such as GMAT/GRE prep.

Details and application link: https://eastern-bill-54e.notion.site/IS ... 0ae56d7c5d

For any queries on bootcamp, WA on +91 8826075608
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10th - 10CGPA
12th - CBSE 94.6% (does isb give weight to school marks?)
College - Bits Pilani, Computer Science. CGPA 8.18
Work experience - working at Microsoft as a software engineer since 2021.
Will be aound 4 years during the R1 applications.
GMAT - 675 attempt 1, 775 attempt 2.
Some extra curriculars in college - NSS, placement cell, teaching assistant for two years. None with leadership roles.

Should I expect a scholarship at ISB? Would also like to understand my chances at an M7 admit as an Indian male software profile, with a good GMAT score.
Interesting profile overall, well done on the GMAT. Were there any promotions/ progressions at Microsoft? and any extracurriculars post undergrad?

Make sure to have a robust narrative covering your experiences, post-MBA goals, and how the MBA fits in. Applying to a mix of USTop15 (including M7) and ISB would be a prudent bet.

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We have created to decode the MBA resume conundrum, trawl down here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ ... sp=sharing

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My profile
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10- CBSE - 8.4 chap
12- CBSE - 95%
Then 3 years family business
College- Martin Luther uni (Germany) - bachelors business economics - grade 2.2/5 (1,0 being best )
Work experience- Part time 4 years during college - PWC

Language fluency - English, Hindi, German, French

Extras - quant project, option modeling , ecb internship, participated in various trading projects , research assistants in Chair of Finance , uni Frankfurt

GMAT- 645 , is my profile even upto the mark for an ISB MBA ?
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Hi vivek829, You have a lot of differentiation point - Family business, international exposure in studies, multilingual, decent amount of projects. 645 is good enough score to give yourself a chance if the improvements have exhausted.

You can definitely get in if you can showcase your side of story in a compelling way. Profile wise, nothing stops you, infact its a good profile to have.
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10- CBSE - 8.4 chap
12- CBSE - 95%
Then 3 years family business
College- Martin Luther uni (Germany) - bachelors business economics - grade 2.2/5 (1,0 being best )
Work experience- Part time 4 years during college - PWC

Language fluency - English, Hindi, German, French

Extras - quant project, option modeling , ecb internship, participated in various trading projects , research assistants in Chair of Finance , uni Frankfurt
Hi Vivek,
The experience is varied and GMAT is not so bad. Try a re-attempt if possible. For ISB you would need much more depth and detailed narrated in your application. The part-time experience raises a red flag. What were you doing otherwise? Also, Are there any consistent extracurriculars that we can talk about?
Feel free to DM to discuss at length.
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Profile evaluation

I am a 29 M lawyer and i don't have very stellar profile academically. I want to understand whether i have a chance for ISB ?

X: 85 percent CBSE
XII : 64 percent CBSE
UG : BA LLB (HONS); 2.55/7 GPA from National Law University top 5 in India ( got distinction in 7 subjects)

I was elected leader of Student Bar Association and got scholarship for a research paper by the government.

The moment i left law school covid happened so I had to leave my Job and i started preparing of Government legal jobs.

I didn't found success in those but since i gained enough knowledge during preparation to reintegrate in the market I took a job in a major law prep institute in Bihar. That job clicked with me i quickly rose in ranks there and taught and mentored more than 1500 students with amazing results I was consistently ranked the best educator and I started to create reels, you tube videos and created an upward momentum in their digital presence. I worked their for 2 years.

I switched to law again i opened my own legal consultancy I have successfully handled refinance mainly in renewable energy deals.

My simple ask Do i stand a chance and please i am ready for uncomfortable truth.
Thanks in Advance.
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Hi Guys,

I am a prospective applicant to ISB, I have a 100%ile in GMAT quant but have average/below average grades in Math courses during my undergrad. Does it make sense to take "MBAMath" course in this perspective? What are experts’ thoughts
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Profile evaluation

I am a 29 M lawyer and i don’t have very stellar profile academically. I want to understand whether i have a chance for ISB ?

X: 85 percent CBSE
XII : 64 percent CBSE
UG : BA LLB (HONS); 2.55/7 GPA from National Law University top 5 in India ( got distinction in 7 subjects)

I was elected leader of Student Bar Association and got scholarship for a research paper by the government.

The moment i left law school covid happened so I had to leave my Job and i started preparing of Government legal jobs.

I didn’t found success in those but since i gained enough knowledge during preparation to reintegrate in the market I took a job in a major law prep institute in Bihar. That job clicked with me i quickly rose in ranks there and taught and mentored more than 1500 students with amazing results I was consistently ranked the best educator and I started to create reels, you tube videos and created an upward momentum in their digital presence. I worked their for 2 years.

I switched to law again i opened my own legal consultancy I have successfully handled refinance mainly in renewable energy deals.

My simple ask Do i stand a chance and please i am ready for uncomfortable truth.
Thanks in Advance.
Hi,

There is always a chance as long as you apply! That said, the profile does have its challenges which need to be addressed strategically.

Some questions that you would need to answer pragmatically are: a) the reason for low GPA, b) the length of the gap b/w graduation the next job
c) reasons for taking the next assignment in academics (as opposed to say joining a law firm or starting your own practice?)
d) Reason for starting your practice at this point
e) how long has this venture been going on for and what are the wins in this
f) reason for MBA (very important)
Do you have other dimensions to your candidature in terms of community or pro Bono involvement/ standout extracurriculars?
Your essays will have to be extremely cogent to make a strong case for yourself. Increasing your GMAT score will greatly help.

Yes, you will need to be prepared for tough competition and unless the application is really compelling, the chances are average. Suggest you put your best foot forward anyway if you have set eyes on ISB.

I have successfully worked with many candidates with extenuating circumstances. Please feel free to DM or 9619551984 in case you want a detailed discussion.
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Hi all
I am struggling with Gmat RC. Doing well in all other sections but I am below average when it comes to RC. Trying my best to manage time after 12-13 hours of shift 7 days a week. Need some genuine advice as I am planning to crack the gmat in Sep/Oct. pls help me out
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