Taking GMAT in November, took it once and got 625 (disappointing) but it got cancelled for testing issue...

6 month of Corporate finance experience, Top 3 of my cohort (600 ppl)

A Brazilian professional with a background in Business Administration (2020) and a professional Master’s in Data Science & AI (2024).

29y, nearly 4 years of experience in leadership roles, leading digital transformation, data & analytics, and innovation.
Currently leading a 11 people team in one of Brazil’s largest integrated mining and port complexes, which includes the country’s third-largest iron ore export terminal.
Before moving into leadership, I worked as a Process and Risk Specialist, gaining hands-on experience across finance, HR, operations, tax, and other critical business areas, mapping hundreds of processes, designing policies, and managing enterprise risk.
Results includes R$10M+ in projects ROI, awarded for Top 5 Professionals in Digital Transformation Brazil (2025) and TOP3 Open Innovation in Mining Companies in Brazil (2025).

I’m looking for feedback on how to best present my profile for MBA and career opportunities abroad.
Ps.: I'm taking the GMAT again in December.

I am a QHSE Manager with more than eight years in the construction sector, combining operational leadership with standards-based quality, safety, and environmental management. I hold an MSc in Project Management (distinction) — my thesis analyzed barriers to adopting data analytics tools in the UAE construction industry and produced actionable recommendations for industry uptake. I lead internal audits for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ADOSH, and I have experience coordinating cross-functional teams, managing compliance programs, and turning audit findings into measurable improvements. I am applying for Full-Time MBA programs with a focus on technology/analytics options at top business schools.

B.Tech from IIT-G

5 years work ex in Tech Sector
Passed 2 levels of CFA

I Want to Crack Deferred MBA: Looking for Insights : The B-School Applications


Hello, I am from Bangladesh. I will be completing my BBA in Accounting and Information Systems by Dec. 2025 from one of the best public universities in Bangladesh. I am determined to apply for and crack a top Deferred MBA.

My GPA is below average compared to the class profiles; this could be a weak point in my profile. Despite that, I have visited and reviewed thousands of posts related to Deferred MBA on GMAT Club, Reddit, and YouTube.

{{{ And, I am asking for your attention to give me any suggestion on how I can get into a Deferred MBA }}}

I am primarily targeting those MBA programs where there have a good startup culture (Stanford GSB, HBS, Kellogg, CBS, UC Berkeley)

Academics:
GPA: 3.33/4.00
CMA Part 2 Completed; Part 1 will be completed before Deferred MBA deadlines.
About to take CFA Level 1 in 2026.
GMAT: Within the average range of top MBA programs.

Extracurriculars:
- Semi-Finalist (Solo) in an internationally well-recognized business case competition.
- Experiences from one of the best accelerator programs in Bangladesh.
- Completed some global leadership programs.
- Member of 2 global startup communities ( HBS & MIT based)

Experiences:
- C-Corporation Startup in SaaS for Stock Trading Strategy Generation in Colorado.
- E-Commerce Sole Proprietorship in Bangladesh.
- Operations Internship in one of the top public brokerage companies in Bangladesh.

Post-MBA Goal:
- Startup in Capital Market.

With over eight years of experience in digital marketing, SEO strategy, and storytelling, I have built my career at the intersection of creativity and data-driven decision-making. Currently serving as a Marketing Manager for an Asia-Pacific consultancy headquartered in the U.S., I lead cross-border marketing and event strategies across Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and India. My leadership has resulted in a 70% achievement of key business objectives, multi-country brand integration, and collaborations with global enterprises such as Manulife, PWC, Roche, Telkom Indonesia, and Astra Honda Motor. Prior to this role, I built a solid foundation in digital marketing as an SEO Specialist and Copywriter, where I successfully grew organic traffic by over 179% and earned a company-wide Diamond Award for exceeding business goals by 135%.


Beyond my corporate experience, I founded nabilaghaidazia.com, a storytelling and SEO consulting platform where I have mentored professionals and organizations to elevate their brand narratives. My passion for empowering others through communication has also led me to speak at Google Search Central Live Deep Dive Asia Pacific 2025, mentor marketing teams at tech companies such as Auris AI, and train participants at Yureka Education Center. As an author, I have published two books with major Indonesian publishers, including Mom’s Productivity Hack and Tumbuh Meski Tak Utuh, the latter achieving national best-seller status and literary recognition in 2023.

My background extends beyond business to social impact. I initiated a village literacy program that established a community library and reading initiatives in local schools, fostering a passion for learning and creative writing among students. This balance between professional success and community service reflects my core belief that impactful leadership begins with empowering others.

Academically, I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics from Diponegoro University, where I first developed an analytical mindset that now supports my data-oriented marketing strategies. Throughout my early career, I combined this analytical foundation with creative storytelling, which later became the cornerstone of my professional identity — a storyteller who builds growth through strategy.

My achievements include multiple national writing awards and an international recognition through the Bright Future Blog Writing Competition, which provided a professional learning experience in the U.S. in 2023. I also hold certifications in Business Agility (ICAgile) and Non-Fiction Writing (BNSP), reflecting both my strategic leadership and communication expertise.

Now, as I prepare to pursue an MBA, my goal is to strengthen my strategic, financial, and leadership capabilities to build my own company — a global storytelling and digital strategy firm that empowers Southeast Asian entrepreneurs and creators to compete internationally. The MBA will equip me with the global network, entrepreneurial frameworks, and venture management skills necessary to transform my vision into a sustainable business that bridges creativity, analytics, and social impact.

My background is in research (molecular biology and biochemistry). I worked at a medical research center briefly after college. My time there motivated my pivot into business/finance. I now work as a Market Risk Analyst in a commercial bank. I’m choosing an MBA now to pivot back into the business of healthcare, particularly in healthcare operations management.

Civil Engineering graduate from NIT Allahabad (CPI 8.28) with cross-industry experience across analytics and design. Worked as a Business Analyst at EXL (1.4 yrs) before completing a Master’s in Interior Architecture & Design from Heriot-Watt University, Scotland, and subsequently gaining 2.5+ years of professional design experience across residential and commercial projects. Seeking an MBA to transition into strategic business roles.