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1 years
India
2026
Female
Pre-MBA industry: Student
Post-MBA industry: Other
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
10 Oct 2025 06:10
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I completed my UG(BBA) in May. During my college days, I did three internships in different companies as a content writer. I worked in an NGO, an education platform, and in a service-based industry. Later, I began my own newsletter publication. Focusing on a global audience. My publication is read in more than 5 countries.
I aim to work as a marketing person in the service industry sectors. I'm looking into whether I can apply for an MBA. If yes, when can I? Does my profile have good value to do an MBA now? Or do I need to work for a year, then do an MBA?
I aim to work as a marketing person in the service industry sectors. I'm looking into whether I can apply for an MBA. If yes, when can I? Does my profile have good value to do an MBA now? Or do I need to work for a year, then do an MBA?
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5 years
2026
Pre-MBA industry: Energy
Post-MBA industry: Consumer Packaged Goods
Harvard
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
30 Sep 2025 07:09
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Hi @reiciendisfuga ! 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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5 years
Korea, Republic of
2026
Male
Score: 685 GMAT Focus
GPA: 4.1
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Diversified Financial Services
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Diversified Financial Services
NUS Singapore
NUS MSc in Finance
NUS MSc in Finance
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I’m a Certified Public Accountant (CPA, Korea) and Financial Risk Manager (FRM) with four years of professional experience at PwC Korea’s Tax practice. In my current role at Samil PwC, I provide strategic tax advisory services to corporate clients, helping them design efficient tax strategies and maintain compliance with both Korean and international regulations. My work includes analyzing complex corporate structures to assess tax and operational risks, as well as preparing and reviewing tax filings and audit documentation to ensure accurate and transparent financial reporting.
Before beginning my professional career, I served as a Sergeant in the Republic of Korea Air Force, where I conducted compliance reviews and managed safety inspections to enhance organizational accountability and efficiency. Academically, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Yonsei University, graduating with the highest honors (GPA 4.1/4.3). My interest in financial risk management led me to apply Monte Carlo simulations to evaluate corporate resilience under various stress scenarios, which earned me a Bronze Prize in the Financial Engineering Solution Competition through the Yonsei Forum of Risk Management.
Beyond academics and work, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship through my experience as a CPA tutor, helping peers improve their accounting and finance exam performance. I also served as a mentor in the Yonsei Mentos Club, supporting exchange students and organizing cultural programs, and initiated a barter-based student engagement project through the Yonsei University Student Advisory Group.
Fluent in both Korean and English, and proficient in Excel, Python, and PowerPoint, I combine analytical expertise with strong communication skills. I aim to leverage my background in taxation, risk analysis, and financial modeling to pursue the MSc Finance program at the National University of Singapore (NUS), with the long-term goal of becoming a globally minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who integrates strategic insight with sound financial leadership.
Before beginning my professional career, I served as a Sergeant in the Republic of Korea Air Force, where I conducted compliance reviews and managed safety inspections to enhance organizational accountability and efficiency. Academically, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Yonsei University, graduating with the highest honors (GPA 4.1/4.3). My interest in financial risk management led me to apply Monte Carlo simulations to evaluate corporate resilience under various stress scenarios, which earned me a Bronze Prize in the Financial Engineering Solution Competition through the Yonsei Forum of Risk Management.
Beyond academics and work, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship through my experience as a CPA tutor, helping peers improve their accounting and finance exam performance. I also served as a mentor in the Yonsei Mentos Club, supporting exchange students and organizing cultural programs, and initiated a barter-based student engagement project through the Yonsei University Student Advisory Group.
Fluent in both Korean and English, and proficient in Excel, Python, and PowerPoint, I combine analytical expertise with strong communication skills. I aim to leverage my background in taxation, risk analysis, and financial modeling to pursue the MSc Finance program at the National University of Singapore (NUS), with the long-term goal of becoming a globally minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who integrates strategic insight with sound financial leadership.
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5 years
India
2027
Female
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 3.9
Pre-MBA industry: Technology
Post-MBA industry: Technology
INSEAD
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2027
4 months ago
14 Jul 2025 09:07
LBS
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14 Jul 2025 09:07
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14 Jul 2025 09:07
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I am a software developer with 5 years of professional experience, including running my own freelance IT business since 2020. Through this, I’ve worked with clients across the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia. I’ve also been part of remotely distributed teams spanning over 10 countries, which has strengthened my cross-cultural collaboration and communication skills.
I was one of the first hires at a Canadian tech startup, where I contributed directly to their journey from early-stage development to successfully raising an $8 million seed round. I also had the opportunity to work on-site in Canada for a few weeks.
Now, I’m ready to take the next step in my career by transitioning into a more strategic, managerial role—ideally as a product or tech lead at a high-growth company. My short-term goal post-MBA is to join a tech startup or VC-backed scale-up where I can bridge the gap between technology and business.
I was one of the first hires at a Canadian tech startup, where I contributed directly to their journey from early-stage development to successfully raising an $8 million seed round. I also had the opportunity to work on-site in Canada for a few weeks.
Now, I’m ready to take the next step in my career by transitioning into a more strategic, managerial role—ideally as a product or tech lead at a high-growth company. My short-term goal post-MBA is to join a tech startup or VC-backed scale-up where I can bridge the gap between technology and business.
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Thank you for sharing your profile @jahnvi01! You bring a rich combination of technical depth, entrepreneurial initiative, and cross-cultural collaboration, key traits that top MBA programs are actively seeking, especially as they emphasize digital transformation and innovation-driven leadership. Your GPA of 3.8 is great and signals strong academic potential, particularly in a rigorous STEM field. This gives you a good foundation for any top-tier MBA program. However, since you're yet to take the GMAT, this becomes the single most important next step. For your target outcomes, product management or tech leadership at VC-backed startups, a competitive GMAT FE score of 665+ would significantly strengthen your candidacy.
Tip: Consider taking the GMAT FE, it’s more tailored to problem-solving and data interpretation, which aligns well with your tech background. If quant is your strength, that could play in your favor. You could also explore the GRE, especially if you feel more confident with its structure or vocabulary section.
You have a unique and powerful work trajectory. Few applicants can say they’ve built a freelance tech business working across 4 continents, or helped a Canadian startup raise $8 million from seed to scale. These are standout achievements and show entrepreneurial grit, adaptability, and impact.
Being one of the first hires and getting a short-term onsite opportunity abroad helps you build credibility with adcoms about your international exposure. Additionally, your experience with remotely distributed teams showcases leadership across cultures, a highly valued trait in global business schools. You can take a look at this blog on: How to bring collinearity in your post-MBA goals?
That said, top MBA programs will want to see how this technical and freelance background translates into leadership. Ask yourself:
1. Have you led client strategy or team execution?
2. Did you own product decisions, customer roadmaps, or pitch decks for the startup?
3. Were you driving business outcomes, not just coding?
If so, bring these stories to the front of your resume and application. If not, consider taking on more product/strategy ownership now, before you apply.
Your short-term goal, to become a tech/product lead at a startup or scale-up, looks logical. It also aligns well with what many MBA programs are designed to support, especially those with strong innovation, tech, and entrepreneurship ecosystems.
The long-term goal should extend from this into either: Becoming a Chief Product Officer or Head of Engineering/Innovation, or Founding your venture in the next wave of tech.
Be specific about the tech space you’re most passionate about, healthtech, AI, edtech, devtools, climate, etc. as it helps admissions committees picture your career path more clearly.
You can explore schools like McCombs, Emory, Esade / IE, INSEAD / LBS, UCLA, Rotman, Haas, Fuqua, and more. Round 1 increases your odds slightly at competitive schools and gives you access to full scholarship pools. So, when are you planning to apply?
To help tailor this even more, here are a few clarifying questions:
1. What kind of tech (e.g., AI, fintech, SaaS) are you most passionate about?
2. Have you managed people or owned budgets/timelines?
3. Are you involved in extracurriculars or community work beyond your professional life?
4. Are you open to 1-year MBAs or strictly looking at 2-year programs?
With the right strategy and focus, you seem to have the potential to land a spot at some of the world’s best MBA programs. We'd be happy to learn more about your journey and work experience to provide a detailed evaluation. If you'd like, feel free to book a profile evaluation.
Join today's coffee session on: INSEAD Sept 2026 Intake.
Cheers!
Shantanu Sharma
Founder and Admissions Consultant, MBA and Beyond
Tip: Consider taking the GMAT FE, it’s more tailored to problem-solving and data interpretation, which aligns well with your tech background. If quant is your strength, that could play in your favor. You could also explore the GRE, especially if you feel more confident with its structure or vocabulary section.
You have a unique and powerful work trajectory. Few applicants can say they’ve built a freelance tech business working across 4 continents, or helped a Canadian startup raise $8 million from seed to scale. These are standout achievements and show entrepreneurial grit, adaptability, and impact.
Being one of the first hires and getting a short-term onsite opportunity abroad helps you build credibility with adcoms about your international exposure. Additionally, your experience with remotely distributed teams showcases leadership across cultures, a highly valued trait in global business schools. You can take a look at this blog on: How to bring collinearity in your post-MBA goals?
That said, top MBA programs will want to see how this technical and freelance background translates into leadership. Ask yourself:
1. Have you led client strategy or team execution?
2. Did you own product decisions, customer roadmaps, or pitch decks for the startup?
3. Were you driving business outcomes, not just coding?
If so, bring these stories to the front of your resume and application. If not, consider taking on more product/strategy ownership now, before you apply.
Your short-term goal, to become a tech/product lead at a startup or scale-up, looks logical. It also aligns well with what many MBA programs are designed to support, especially those with strong innovation, tech, and entrepreneurship ecosystems.
The long-term goal should extend from this into either: Becoming a Chief Product Officer or Head of Engineering/Innovation, or Founding your venture in the next wave of tech.
Be specific about the tech space you’re most passionate about, healthtech, AI, edtech, devtools, climate, etc. as it helps admissions committees picture your career path more clearly.
You can explore schools like McCombs, Emory, Esade / IE, INSEAD / LBS, UCLA, Rotman, Haas, Fuqua, and more. Round 1 increases your odds slightly at competitive schools and gives you access to full scholarship pools. So, when are you planning to apply?
To help tailor this even more, here are a few clarifying questions:
1. What kind of tech (e.g., AI, fintech, SaaS) are you most passionate about?
2. Have you managed people or owned budgets/timelines?
3. Are you involved in extracurriculars or community work beyond your professional life?
4. Are you open to 1-year MBAs or strictly looking at 2-year programs?
With the right strategy and focus, you seem to have the potential to land a spot at some of the world’s best MBA programs. We'd be happy to learn more about your journey and work experience to provide a detailed evaluation. If you'd like, feel free to book a profile evaluation.
Join today's coffee session on: INSEAD Sept 2026 Intake.
Cheers!
Shantanu Sharma
Founder and Admissions Consultant, MBA and Beyond
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Hello @jahnvi01, thanks for the profile share.
You’re in a strong position with 5 years of software development, including entrepreneurial freelance experience and high-impact startup work, already places you in a differentiated category.
Being an early team member at a Canadian startup that raised $8M is a standout story. Add to that the global team exposure and brief international stint, and you check the global mindset and impact boxes most top schools crave.
To target M7 programs, ensure your GMAT or GRE (ideally 700+/320+) reinforces your analytical readiness.
Schools like MIT Sloan, Kellogg, Haas, and even Wharton Tech or CBS Tech could resonate with your goal to move into strategic tech/product roles at growth-stage companies. Your essays should focus on how you’ve bridged tech and business and how an MBA will elevate that role into leadership.
You're in the game, we can refine your narrative and goal articulation to stand out further.
Ameer Khatri, Admissions Consultant
Schedule a free 1-on-1 call with me for detailed profile review:
https://calendly.com/ameer-khatri/profi ... th=2025-05
You’re in a strong position with 5 years of software development, including entrepreneurial freelance experience and high-impact startup work, already places you in a differentiated category.
Being an early team member at a Canadian startup that raised $8M is a standout story. Add to that the global team exposure and brief international stint, and you check the global mindset and impact boxes most top schools crave.
To target M7 programs, ensure your GMAT or GRE (ideally 700+/320+) reinforces your analytical readiness.
Schools like MIT Sloan, Kellogg, Haas, and even Wharton Tech or CBS Tech could resonate with your goal to move into strategic tech/product roles at growth-stage companies. Your essays should focus on how you’ve bridged tech and business and how an MBA will elevate that role into leadership.
You're in the game, we can refine your narrative and goal articulation to stand out further.
Ameer Khatri, Admissions Consultant
Schedule a free 1-on-1 call with me for detailed profile review:
https://calendly.com/ameer-khatri/profi ... th=2025-05
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Hi Jahnvi, you seem to have a differentiating factor, looking at the surface-level description of your work experience background. However, with the kind of goals you have for yourself in tech, the pre-MBA career must demonstrate clear and rational progression that aligns with your future motivations. If you have been self-employed for some time, there are complex nuances that you must be careful of, because you do not want your decision to pursue an MBA to come across as an exit path when you could no longer hack growth. The broader context is going to be very critical to your story should you want to target top-level MBA programs. I am happy to have a one-to-one discussion to give you personalised feedback. Feel free to reach out.
Wondering how your profile stacks up? Get a free profile evaluation and discuss a tailored MBA plan that aligns with your goals.
Best wishes
Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alumna, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
Founder, MBAGuideConsulting
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Wondering how your profile stacks up? Get a free profile evaluation and discuss a tailored MBA plan that aligns with your goals.
Best wishes
Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alumna, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
Founder, MBAGuideConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aanchal-sahni-83b00819/ |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/| Message(WA): +91 9971200927| email- mbaguideconsulting@gmail.com
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You haven't stated which country is of interest to you. Hence, it's a bit difficult to offer much. If it is the USA, I believe startups will not sponsor your H1B.
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- Dee
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Hi Jahnvi
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, I see strong technical expertise with entrepreneurial experience and global exposure. You have built a standout profile that combines strong technical expertise with entrepreneurial experience and global exposure. With about 5 years in tech, including running your own freelance IT business and working with clients across multiple countries, you bring a level of initiative and cross-cultural collaboration that adcoms at top schools highly value.
Your GPA also looks strong and positions you well for top programs. Since you haven’t taken the GMAT yet, I’d recommend targeting a score of 655+. You should fine-tune how you link your entrepreneurial past and global work experience to that future path. Adcoms will want to see a strong “why now” and how the MBA will help you make that shift.
Have you led any teams or taken ownership of product or client strategy in your freelance/startup roles? That leadership narrative could really help support your pivot into a more business focused tech role.
Also, if you're still narrowing down your school options, ARINGO is currently offering free school shortlisting support to 5 lucky applicants — could be a great way to get tailored guidance.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR FREE SCHOOL SHORTLISTING.
I’d be happy to offer you a free profile review for top MBA 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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Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, I see strong technical expertise with entrepreneurial experience and global exposure. You have built a standout profile that combines strong technical expertise with entrepreneurial experience and global exposure. With about 5 years in tech, including running your own freelance IT business and working with clients across multiple countries, you bring a level of initiative and cross-cultural collaboration that adcoms at top schools highly value.
Your GPA also looks strong and positions you well for top programs. Since you haven’t taken the GMAT yet, I’d recommend targeting a score of 655+. You should fine-tune how you link your entrepreneurial past and global work experience to that future path. Adcoms will want to see a strong “why now” and how the MBA will help you make that shift.
Have you led any teams or taken ownership of product or client strategy in your freelance/startup roles? That leadership narrative could really help support your pivot into a more business focused tech role.
Also, if you're still narrowing down your school options, ARINGO is currently offering free school shortlisting support to 5 lucky applicants — could be a great way to get tailored guidance.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR FREE SCHOOL SHORTLISTING.
I’d be happy to offer you a free profile review for top MBA 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.
Feel free to connect- Click here
You can also email me at: priyankak@aringo.com
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3 years
2026
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Post-MBA industry: Technology
Stanford GSB
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 11:10
Haas
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 11:10
Columbia
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 11:10
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Hi @capybaragoose ! 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 schools more accurately. Feel free to book a profile evaluation session.
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You can also register for our Upcoming ESSAY WORKSHOPS. Craft essays that shine: pick powerful stories, match your goals with each school, and showcase authentic leadership. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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4 years
2026
Score: 695 GMAT Focus
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
Judge Cambridge
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 01:10
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Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 01:10
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Good GMAT score @camila1802 ! 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 schools more accurately. Feel free to book a profile evaluation session.
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4 years
2026
Score: 333 GRE
Pre-MBA industry: Technology
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Columbia
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 02:10
Kellogg
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 02:10
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Good GRE score @voluptasiusto ! 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 schools more accurately. Feel free to book a profile evaluation session.
You can take a look at this Kellogg, Columbia, and Booth Essay workshop YouTube video. It could offer some valuable insights.
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Shantanu Sharma
Founder and Admissions Consultant, MBA and Beyond
You can take a look at this Kellogg, Columbia, and Booth Essay workshop YouTube video. It could offer some valuable insights.
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5 years
China
2026
Female
Score: 328 GRE
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
Booth
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
Invited to interviewOct 17, 25
1 month ago
17 Oct 2025 12:10
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Hi @corruptiat ! 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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3 years
2026
Pre-MBA industry: Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals
Post-MBA industry: Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals
HKUST
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 11:10
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Hi @seoworld ! 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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7 years
2026
Pre-MBA industry: Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
McCombs
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
7 Oct 2025 06:10
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Hi @psychdrone ! 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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4 years
2026
Score: Waiver
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
Anderson
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
8 Oct 2025 01:10
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Hi @ @odioalias ! 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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5 years
India
2026
Male
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Score: 334 GRE
GPA: 8.5/10
Pre-MBA industry: Technology
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Johnson (Cornell)
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
WaitlistedOct 31, 25
19 days ago
30 Oct 2025 12:10
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Great GRE score @Brian_1 ! 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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You can also register for our Upcoming ESSAY WORKSHOPS. Craft essays that shine: pick powerful stories, match your goals with each school, and showcase authentic leadership. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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1 years
Morocco
2024
Male
Score: 655 GMAT Focus
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
INSEAD
INSEAD Master in Management
INSEAD Master in Management
Round 1,
2024
InterviewedMar 28, 24
AcceptedMay 9, 24
ScholarshipNone
1 year ago
19 May 2024 01:05
ESSEC
ESSEC Master in Management
ESSEC Master in Management
AcceptedMay 9, 24
ScholarshipNone
1 year ago
19 May 2024 01:05
LBS
Masters in Management
Masters in Management
AppliedMar 11, 24
InterviewedApr 24, 24
AcceptedMay 9, 24
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1 year ago
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4 years
India
2026
Female
Score: 645 GMAT Focus
GPA: 4
Pre-MBA industry: Technology
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
ISB
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
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Columbia
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
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Johnson (Cornell)
Full Time MBA
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Round 1,
2026
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HEC Paris
September Intake
September Intake
Round 1,
2026
AcceptedSep 19, 25
ScholarshipNone
1 month ago
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LBS
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
5 Oct 2025 11:10
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Post-MBA Goals:
In the short term, I aim to transition into a managerial role, specifically in management consulting, where I can leverage my problem-solving, strategic thinking, and leadership skills beyond technical coding. Given my experience in optimizing processes, leading technical initiatives, and coordinating cross-functional teams, I see consulting as a natural next step to apply my analytical skills in a broader business context.
In the long term, I aspire to move into corporate strategy, general management, product management, or operations & supply chain roles, eventually leading a business unit or transitioning into entrepreneurship. Having grown up in a business-oriented family, I have a strong interest in finance, sales, marketing, and business strategy, and I want to develop a holistic understanding of business to lead impactful initiatives.
Target Region:
Post-MBA, I am open to opportunities in Europe, the UK, and the US, with a strong preference for London due to its global business hub, consulting opportunities, and networking potential. I am also open to working in India if the right leadership opportunity arises in consulting or strategy roles.
In the short term, I aim to transition into a managerial role, specifically in management consulting, where I can leverage my problem-solving, strategic thinking, and leadership skills beyond technical coding. Given my experience in optimizing processes, leading technical initiatives, and coordinating cross-functional teams, I see consulting as a natural next step to apply my analytical skills in a broader business context.
In the long term, I aspire to move into corporate strategy, general management, product management, or operations & supply chain roles, eventually leading a business unit or transitioning into entrepreneurship. Having grown up in a business-oriented family, I have a strong interest in finance, sales, marketing, and business strategy, and I want to develop a holistic understanding of business to lead impactful initiatives.
Target Region:
Post-MBA, I am open to opportunities in Europe, the UK, and the US, with a strong preference for London due to its global business hub, consulting opportunities, and networking potential. I am also open to working in India if the right leadership opportunity arises in consulting or strategy roles.
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Agree with Dee about R3 applications. Moreover, your goals are all scattered. You have given so many options for the long term goal- it shows that you don't have any clear career path in mind, and that will harm you in the application. Mostly every b-school requires a written goals essay and the goals questions also come up in interviews. Having a scattered answer with multiple differing career options will be a red flag.
I suggest you wait it out and aim R1 applications. By then you can retake GMAT for a 20-30 point increase, get more clarity on the career goals, do your b-school research by talking to students and apply as a stronger applicant.
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I suggest you wait it out and aim R1 applications. By then you can retake GMAT for a 20-30 point increase, get more clarity on the career goals, do your b-school research by talking to students and apply as a stronger applicant.
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Hi @Kanika Jain, your GMAT score (645 Focus and 610 Classic) is a key weakness, especially for competitive programs like LBS, Columbia, and Fuqua in later rounds, where available seats are limited. If possible, consider retaking the GMAT/GRE to improve your competitiveness, aiming for 20+ points. Additionally, Round 3/Round 4 admissions are highly competitive, and waiting until Round 1 next year with a stronger application could significantly improve your chances at top schools. HEC Montréal may be the safest bet, while LBS, Columbia, Fuqua, and Cornell remain reaches unless your essays, recommendations, and networking efforts strongly differentiate you. Given the challenges of breaking into top consulting firms post-MBA without a high GMAT score, you may also want to explore alternate pathways, such as internal strategy roles before transitioning into consulting. If you'd like tailored guidance on positioning your story effectively and selecting best-fit schools, a deep-dive profile evaluation would be beneficial.
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Hi! You might hear back from HEC Montreal, but otherwise, it’s a long shot. In late rounds, top business schools are either looking for candidates who bring exceptional value in terms of diversity to the class or those who can help schools meet their target GMAT averages. Do you resonate with either of these areas? I would have liked to know more about your work history and career growth progression to advise you better. In any case, feel free to reach out for a one-on-one discussion.
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Hi Kanika Jain
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your GMAT score is a slight concern. I would recommend a retake and aiming for a score close to 695-705, considering your target schools. Also, I would recommend adding a few safe schools to your list. Apart from that, aiming for Round 3 or 4 as an international applicant might not be the right choice. You should consider applying in Round 1 next year, it would significantly boost your chances.
Your goals—consulting leading to broader strategy—are well-defined, and your family business background adds a nice touch. I'm curious, with your tech background, what specific areas within consulting are you most passionate about, and what's driving your strong preference for London?
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Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your GMAT score is a slight concern. I would recommend a retake and aiming for a score close to 695-705, considering your target schools. Also, I would recommend adding a few safe schools to your list. Apart from that, aiming for Round 3 or 4 as an international applicant might not be the right choice. You should consider applying in Round 1 next year, it would significantly boost your chances.
Your goals—consulting leading to broader strategy—are well-defined, and your family business background adds a nice touch. I'm curious, with your tech background, what specific areas within consulting are you most passionate about, and what's driving your strong preference for London?
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5 years
United States
2027
Male
Score: 331 GRE
GPA: 3.27
Pre-MBA industry: Military
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Darden
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I will have around 5 years of experience as a naval officer at the time of application with at least one international deployment and leadership experience. I realize my gpa is low, do I still have a decent chance at a top 15 or should I apply more broadly? Thanks!
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Your GRE score is very good. I see that your list already has a pretty broad range of b-schools on it. Perhaps you could add 1-2 that would be safer bets, and reduce some from the list you have mentioned, that said- apply to only the programs you will be sure to attend if that would be the only admit you get.
As a military applicant, you should be able to show a lot of leadership skills and achievements, which will be valued by b-schools. Be sure to have a solid goals essay.
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As a military applicant, you should be able to show a lot of leadership skills and achievements, which will be valued by b-schools. Be sure to have a solid goals essay.
Namita Garg,
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4 years
India
2026
Male
GPA: 6.3
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Diversified Financial Services
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
ESSEC
ESSEC Master in Finance
ESSEC Master in Finance
R2,
2026
1 month ago
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5 years
India
2026
Male
Score: 695 GMAT Focus
GPA: 6.14/7
Pre-MBA industry: Law
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Darden
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Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
1 month ago
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Hi @Mendax23 ! Your 5 years of work experience in legal background and strong academics seem to look nice. We’d be happy to discuss your work experience, challenges, impact, extracurriculars, target schools and other key factors in more detail to assess your chances. Feel free to book a profile evaluation session!
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7 years
India
2026
Female
Score: 675 GMAT Focus
GPA: 7.8
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Investment Banking
Post-MBA industry: Real Estate
SDA Bocconi
Full Time MBA
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Deadline,
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Full Time MBA
Round 1,
2026
AcceptedOct 7, 25
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1 month ago
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Round 1,
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1 month ago
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Round 3,
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1 month ago
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To give you a better analysis of your profile, it would be great if you could share where you've worked, your role and responsibilities, why exactly u want to move from IB to Real Estate, and what exactly are your plans in real estate post-MBA. Without this context, it's difficult to assess your and your GMAT score's competency for your target schools. Also, as an Indian candidate, it's best not to consider R3.
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To give you a better analysis of your profile, it would be great if you could share where you've worked, your role and responsibilities, why exactly u want to move from IB to Real Estate, and what exactly are your plans in real estate post-MBA. Without this context, it's difficult to assess your and your GMAT score's competency for your target schools. Also, as an Indian candidate, it's best not to consider R3.
If your prefer a 1-on-1 discussion, we'd be happy to evaluate your profile for free and assess how you should approach your application.
Kind Regards,
The MBA Edge Team
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United States
2026
Male
Score: Waiver
GPA: 3.75
Pre-MBA industry: Manufacturing
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Tepper
Tepper PT Online Hybrid and On-Campus MBA
Tepper PT Online Hybrid and On-Campus MBA
Round 1,
2026
InterviewedOct 6, 25
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non-traditional WE, 3 yrs family business + 6 months at non-fb, worked during undergrad, did undergrad hybrid at a top-tier (non-ivy) US uni, 3-4 YOE, 22, lgbtq+
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10 years
India
2026
Male
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Diversified Financial Services
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Private Equity
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I have a 10 years experience in banking with government sector. Worked in lot of grass root programs for financial inclusion and the social security to the last person
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Priyanka here from ARINGO. I think 1 year of FT work experience will not be ideal to apply for FT MBA programs. Are you open to applying to MiM programs?
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