Hi Everyone,
Does it occur to anyone that this year, especially in R2, the trend is to choose younger aspirants over the more experienced folks? I am seeing this trend in Fuqua invites as well as in Ross invites.
I worked real hard on my essays...and didn't get an interview from either Fuqua or Ross. I'm stunned to say the least. I'm an international applicant and here's my profile:
GMAT: 720, 6.0 (first and only attempt, this year)
GPA: 3.8 (Computer Science and Engineering)
WE: 8 yrs on matriculation (4 yrs of international experience at Fortune 500 client locations), IT consulting, IT strategy and Project Management with Fortune 1000 MNC
Career Progression: Consistent
EC: Decent - was regular member of University Sports Team; co-founded a non-profit organization for children, committee member of Corporate Social Welfare group.
Referee: 1) Client Manager at Fortune 500 client organization, 2) Direct Supervisor
Target Concentration - Business Strategy Consulting.
I'm looking for holes (must be big ones in there) in my profile to justify the dings.
Do you think years of experience actually went against me? I am eager to know your opinion.Thanks
AG