Hi @Croccodyle, congratulations! Would love to have a chat with you regarding your profile as we have a similar background, let me know if that's cool with you!

Decided to go where?

Have you decided where to go?

I intend to apply to Ross next year, it’s a top-tier program.

Johnson too

Hi there,

Hope you're doing well! I was looking for people who converted from the ESADE waitlist and came across your profile. I'm currently on the ESADE waitlist myself and would really value your advice on what worked for you and what I can do from here to convert.
Would really appreciate any guidance you can share. Thanks!

Hey - can I please DM you?

Hi, Have you taken help of any admission consultant?

Your strong GRE score is a great asset for your application and can help address any worries about your lower GPA. Schools like INSEAD and LBS value international experiences and cultural diversity, so be sure to share any work, travel, or educational experiences that show your adaptability. Since you’ll likely get an interview call from ISB starting in October, be ready to share your unique story and strengths. Good luck


We would love to chat and review your profile in detail.Feel free to schedule a complimentary profile evaluation session with our experts.

Hi Arnav69
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, a 331 is a very strong score. However, your GPA is on the lower end. Do you have any additional certifications which could help establish your academic performance.
In your 4 years of experience, do you have any leadership roles, promotions? Can you highlight impact? Are there any global projects that lead you to interact with people around the globe?
On the EC side, anything that adds diversity to your profile or catches the eye of the adcoms? Try aligning your goals with the values of the schools you are targeting. Build a strong narrative around your profile.

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Hey Arnav
Are you planning to join Yale?

Hi, Have you taken any help of Business admission consultant, or can i DM you?

Hi, can i DM you??

Hello, congratulations on being admitted to the ESSEC MBA program!

May I ask about your interview experience? How much do you think the admission decision is influenced by the interview? I had my interview last Thursday, and I’m feeling quite anxious while waiting for the result. Thanks so much!

Hi , my interviewers were super cool.It was more of a chat . After being short listed for interview u already have more than 80 percent chance of getting the admit .As long as u were able to clearly explain ur goal and how essec would help u achieve it u don’t need to worry . I got the result within 2 week. So u might be getting the result maybe next week. All the best .

Thanks for your reply! I was a bit nervous during the interview, so I feel like I didn’t answer some questions as well as I could have. But as you said, it really felt more like a chat than a formal interview.

BTW, you’re truly amazing — receiving a 50% scholarship is incredibly impressive. I honestly haven’t seen many people receive such a high scholarship!

Hi, congrats on your admit!
Just wanted to ask — did NTU email you about your status, or did you find out through the application portal? I’m currently unable to access the portal, so I’m trying to understand how updates are usually communicated. Also, what was your timeline like?

Thank you so much, this is really helpful. I’m in a similar situation because I’m unable to access the portal and haven’t received a response to my emails yet. Appreciate you sharing your timeline.

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your profile.

With a stellar GPA and 5 years in technical software, you're well-positioned, but the 675 GMAT Focus is below INSEAD’s norm, especially risky in Round 3.

Consider a retake to strengthen your case for a competitive tech PM pivot in Asia.

Let’s connect 1-on-1 to craft a strategy that maximizes your admit odds and positions your PM pivot effectively.

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Hi, I would love to connect with you to understand the application process, if possible. i have given my gmat too and score 655 in focus edition. Please let me know if we can have a conversation. Thanks you

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Hey
Those are some great schools you got into. What is your decision?
How can I connect with you? Need your suggestion about Stern and Ross.

Great results. Many congratulations!

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@tanisha2000 - Some thoughts and clarifications:

1. The undergrad GPA seems good, which university did you attend (Tier-1, Tier-2, etc.)?

2. The GMAT score is on the lower side for most top MBA programs. Any scope to improve it e.g. did you score higher in mocks? Schools such as IE and ESADE offer the option to take their proprietary exam (e.g. IEGAT in the case of IE), but submitting a strong GMAT/ GRE score will strengthen chances, both for admissions and scholarships.

3. Would like to know more about your work experience - which company/ companies have you worked in, what functions/ domains, any progressions (promotions?) etc.

4. Anything on the extracurriculars front?

Hope this helps a bit. Feel free to reach out for a detailed discussion.

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Hey
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your GPA looks decent, and with 5 years of work experience, you are in a strong position to apply for an MBA. In order to evaluate your chances better, I would like to know more details about your profile, like, are you planning to reappear for GMAT or switch to GRE?, your ECs, your LORs, etc

I’d be happy to offer you a free profile review for your target programs to see where you stand and how to boost your chances, happy to help!
No pressure, no strings - just helpful insights on where you stand and how you can strengthen your chances.

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Good Luck!

Thanks for sharing your profile @tanisha2000! Your profile looks good, as a marketing/communications candidate with leadership, brand exposure, and a coherent post-MBA goal. Your main variable can be the GRE, not the profile.

Is GRE 316 “enough” for your target schools? Let’s be very honest and school-specific.
1) HEC is test-sensitive, especially for Indian applicants. Typical competitive range: 320–325+ GRE. 316 is borderline. It can be possible, but GMAT/GRE improvement is strongly recommended.

2) ESSEC can be more holistic than HEC. Strong professional progression and leadership matter a lot. It can be considered as a Target–Reach hybrid at 316. Competitive with strong essays + interviews (better odds than HEC).

3) NUS, quant-leaning, test scores matter. Median GRE closer to 320+. It can be a stretch at 316; retake recommended for confidence.

4) Nanyang can be slightly more forgiving than NUS. Marketing/consumer profiles do well. It can be possible but competitive. Better with 320+, but not impossible.

Biggest strengths to lean into: Fast progression (3 promotions in 5 years)> This is a huge positive signal. Brand-name global clients > Uber, Amazon, and Logitech, carry weight internationally. Clear post-MBA story > Marketing / retail growth is consistent with your past. Community leadership (run club, food, culture) > Good for interviews and leadership essays.

A jump to 322+ shall have a meaningful change in outcomes. If you can retake and realistically hit a good score, do it. If not, double down on ESSEC / ESADE / IE / Bocconi—these are not compromises for marketing careers.

Your core narrative can be, “I’ve grown brands and communities from the outside. Now I want to own growth, strategy, and consumer impact from within.” Emphasise: Transition from agency > brand leadership, Scale: campaigns > markets > categories and leadership with clients and teams. Why Europe/Singapore? (retail, luxury, global brands)

Questions to sharpen your application further:
1) Are you aiming for brand-side roles or marketing strategy/consulting post-MBA?
2) Any quantified campaign impact (reach, revenue, growth)?
3) Open to luxury/retail roles in France/Italy?
4) How important is scholarship to you?

We’d love to learn more about your academic background, extracurricular activities, work experience, and personal journey so that we can provide a tailored profile evaluation and an honest school assessment. Feel free to book an evaluation session.

Cheers!
Shantanu Sharma, INSEAD Alumnus
Founder and Admissions Consultant, MBA and Beyond

Hey Tanisha,
How did you know that you had been kept on the waitlist?

Congratulations on Cornell and the scholarship. How was the interview?

Hi @shivangidhiman ! We would love to learn more about your academic background, extracurricular activities, professional experiences, and personal journey so we can offer a more tailored assessment of your profile and evaluate your chances at your target school more accurately. Feel free to book a profile evaluation session.

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Hi Shivangi, would you mind connecting? I would really appreciate your guidance for the GMAT.

Congratulations on Cornell and the scholarship. How was the interview?