MBA Decision Tracker: Monitor Application Status in Real Time

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Barsha5

10 months ago

Hi Neeshma, many congratulations. Can we connect ?

Jaanvi24

6 months ago

Hi Neeshma, congrats on the admits! If you don't mind, can we connect?

asingh91

5 months ago

Congrats on the success Neeshma! can we connect?

TejasSahane

Hi Neeshma, just saw the decision tracker of Cornell and Congratulations! Would you mind connecting? I would really appreciate the guidance for GMAT.

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ScaleHire

This is an excellent early-career consulting profile on paper. A 9.11 CGPA in Mechanical Engineering already puts you in the top academic bracket, and McKinsey India carries massive brand weight—even with only ~6 months of experience.

Key strengths

McKinsey signals top-tier selection, problem-solving, and client exposure

Very strong academics → removes any academic risk concerns

Clear and consistent story: consulting pre-MBA → consulting post-MBA

Main risk to be aware of

Work experience is extremely low right now. Most MBA programs (especially ISB, top US/EU MBAs) will expect at least 18–24 months to fully leverage the McKinsey brand.

If applying too early, schools may see this as “great potential, but premature.”

What strengthens this profile fast

Stay at McKinsey long enough to show ownership (workstreams, client-facing responsibility, leadership signals)

Strong GMAT/GRE will matter disproportionately here to justify an early application

Essays must clearly answer why MBA now vs. why not wait

Overall: high-ceiling profile, but timing and execution will decide outcomes.

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1 year ago

Hi. It is totally possible. I have known a number of people from oil and energy background who have successfully transitioned into consulting.
You can also consider UNC and Jones potentially as your options. Your GRE score should be good and may possibly eek out a small scholarship but not sure. I am not seeing much of $$ being thrown out for GRE yet.

Sid232340

Hey, what does your profile look like

arjun221199

Hi Shubham

This is Arjun from Bengaluru, can we please connect on linkedin or whatsapp for a small chat, your admits look amazing and I feel we can exchange some ideas.

MBAandBeyond

Awesome work @Shubh@m ! Best wishes for future...

Hi Shubham

Pls do let me know on the same, if we could connect, thank you, I can ping you my linkedin if you want.

Hi Shubham

pls do let me know

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debdeep.b

Hello, congratulations on securing an admit to IESE. I had some questions, can we please connect? Thank you.

KD1999

sure, do DM me.

Hey! I tried to DM you but somehow its not working on my end. Could you please drop your email so I can reach out to you there?

hk411

9 months ago

Hey KD1999, Can I also connect with you? Have few queries. Pls drop me your email as well

Swapnil2705

Hey! Congratulations, Have some queries, can we please connect?!

Ambitious93

Please suggest universities that I can realistically target

Sorry to hear about the rejection from HEC and INSEAD, @Ambitious93. It's a difficult moment. We've put together an article on the "Major reasons why your MBA Application got dinged". It provides some understanding of mistakes you might have made. Take a moment to review it, reflect on what you can adjust, and get ready to put your best foot forward next time. You’ve got this!

We’d be happy to discuss your previous applications, evaluate your profile, and help refine your strategy. If you'd like, feel free to book a profile evaluation session.

We are hosting a Coffee Session: “GMAT Strategy & B-School Application Tips from Experts” on 25th July, 2025 | 9.00 PM IST | 11.00 AM ET. Click here to know more details.

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If you wish, I am happy to do a ding analysis; no costs involved. My worry is that if you repeat what you did in your dinged applications, you'll get the same results in future applications. Let me know if you wish to take this offer.
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Sorry to hear things didn't go well. Feel free to reach out with your details, for a ding analysis, if you wish to reapply.

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Hi

would love to learn your journey to Cornell.

Please let me know if we could connect.

Thank you