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17 Dec 2015, 18:16
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Hello,
I am a senior at a top 4 university (HYPS) majoring in Mathematics with a strictly applied focus (think Quant Finance rather than real analysis)
My practice GMAT is 640 (higher math than verbal), never studied for it, but I have plenty time.
I recently got accepted for a job that pays for my MBA so I want to do my MBA at Stern to help my management/entrepreneur skills (not a career lateral or shift, just general interest in learning). The job is in management.
GPA is 3.85.
My experience is a mix of finance internships like Trading, personal independent businesses, on campus jobs (legit jobs not McDonald type jobs).
Extra curricular are average, nothing spectacular but still show some involvement.
Work experience is weak, as obviously I do not have a full time job.
Also, I am a URM (black) if that helps.
Please chance me, Thanks!
I am a senior at a top 4 university (HYPS) majoring in Mathematics with a strictly applied focus (think Quant Finance rather than real analysis)
My practice GMAT is 640 (higher math than verbal), never studied for it, but I have plenty time.
I recently got accepted for a job that pays for my MBA so I want to do my MBA at Stern to help my management/entrepreneur skills (not a career lateral or shift, just general interest in learning). The job is in management.
GPA is 3.85.
My experience is a mix of finance internships like Trading, personal independent businesses, on campus jobs (legit jobs not McDonald type jobs).
Extra curricular are average, nothing spectacular but still show some involvement.
Work experience is weak, as obviously I do not have a full time job.
Also, I am a URM (black) if that helps.
Please chance me, Thanks!
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17 Dec 2015, 18:20
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What job did you get? I recommend getting some work experience before applying to Stern. You have a nice profile, especially if you raise for GMAT score but it isn't advised to apply without work experience. Even if you go for one or two years, you can apply in as little as a few months but you want some experience. Ideally you have a few years before you consider it.
Reach out if you want more help preparing yourself so you have the best application once the time comes.
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17 Dec 2015, 18:32
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I can definitely get that GMAT up to 670-690 if I study hard. Also I wanted to apply for next January accelerated program so I'll have 7 months experience.
Also if it helps, I ran an independent business for 2 years before coming to college (reselling, distribution and online arbitrage of retail products) and also was a consultant-esque role for a local construction company in my area (annual rev: 2 million) for about a year. I consulted the business by helping build a website, give feedback, look at how to get more local contracts, looked at the financials for cost cutting, revamped the logos/business advertising. I also worked on campus for a year in a data analytics job.
I don't know how much this experience helps in the sense of work history. If I get my GMAT to 700 will I have a good chance with the 7 months at my job? I specifically want to do the MBA to help me at my job and also learn some new skills. I'm not trying to get a prestigious job with Bain or lateral to P.E.
The job was management trainee for McMaster Carr.
Also if it helps, I ran an independent business for 2 years before coming to college (reselling, distribution and online arbitrage of retail products) and also was a consultant-esque role for a local construction company in my area (annual rev: 2 million) for about a year. I consulted the business by helping build a website, give feedback, look at how to get more local contracts, looked at the financials for cost cutting, revamped the logos/business advertising. I also worked on campus for a year in a data analytics job.
I don't know how much this experience helps in the sense of work history. If I get my GMAT to 700 will I have a good chance with the 7 months at my job? I specifically want to do the MBA to help me at my job and also learn some new skills. I'm not trying to get a prestigious job with Bain or lateral to P.E.
The job was management trainee for McMaster Carr.
