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India
2026
Male
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 7.32
Pre-MBA industry: Tech
Post-MBA industry: Finance
ISB
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26 Jul 2024 09:07
Plan to take gmat and score 730+ .what are my chances in top 20 b schools
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Pre-MBA industry: Computer Software
Post-MBA industry: Accounting
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2.2 years
India
2025
Male
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Post-MBA industry: Venture Capital
ISB
Full Time MBA
Round 2
1 day ago
26 Jul 2024 07:07
I am Chartered Accountant with 2.2 years of experience in Business Risk Risk at EY. Looking for carrer transition to Management Consulting or Venture Capital Profile
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Hey, @cashubham
You are well positioned for the full-time MBA program at ISB, with 2.2 years of experience as a CA, targeting a transition from management consulting into venture capital. In both industries, your background gives you a brilliant financial and analytical skills set. While applying to this school, ensure that by 31st March 2025, you have been working for at least twenty-four months with a valid GMAT or GRE score. The second round for the intake of 2025 will possibly start in November 2024, so you have to get ready in advance by preparing application materials including essays and letters of recommendation. In your application talk about how consulting experience can be used as a reference point for roles related to venture capital where you are able to analyze business risks and identify growth prospects. With an inclusive approach, be sure not only to showcase your qualifications but also to address your ambitions in the two disciplines.
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You are well positioned for the full-time MBA program at ISB, with 2.2 years of experience as a CA, targeting a transition from management consulting into venture capital. In both industries, your background gives you a brilliant financial and analytical skills set. While applying to this school, ensure that by 31st March 2025, you have been working for at least twenty-four months with a valid GMAT or GRE score. The second round for the intake of 2025 will possibly start in November 2024, so you have to get ready in advance by preparing application materials including essays and letters of recommendation. In your application talk about how consulting experience can be used as a reference point for roles related to venture capital where you are able to analyze business risks and identify growth prospects. With an inclusive approach, be sure not only to showcase your qualifications but also to address your ambitions in the two disciplines.
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Sounds good. Sorry, I am no ISB expert 😭 but you are on the younger side and that's good. As long as you can get a score above 665 (higher is better obviously), you should be on a good path.
Try to get more responsibilities, as much client-facing as possible, with more presentations, speaking, travel, etc - anything that can make your profile stronger compared to another EY accounting employee. If you can get a promotion over the next year or whenever you are feeling like applying that would be awesome too!
P.S. With only 2 years, you won't get as much out of the MBA and potentially will be less attractive than folks with 5-7 years of experience who had more senior position on the resume.
But not an ISB expert here.
Try to get more responsibilities, as much client-facing as possible, with more presentations, speaking, travel, etc - anything that can make your profile stronger compared to another EY accounting employee. If you can get a promotion over the next year or whenever you are feeling like applying that would be awesome too!
P.S. With only 2 years, you won't get as much out of the MBA and potentially will be less attractive than folks with 5-7 years of experience who had more senior position on the resume.
But not an ISB expert here.
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You are bang on about your analysis @bb, despite being no ISB expert.
@cashubham, ISB regularly gets CA applicants, so you will need to work hard to differentiate yourself from them, even while coming from EY (there would be a lot of your brethren applying). It will also help to take the more believable career path between MC and VC with regards to your goals story. I say this so that you come across as a matured applicant who has done their research on the goals bit (you need to prove this as you are applying with lesser experience) and you are aware of how hiring works for ISB grads.
Have discussion with current and recent students who have your academic qualifications and/or experience and understand how recruiting worked for them. This will help you emerge a stronger applicants. Although I am an admissions consultant who helps applicants build theirs goals story for the applications, I stress upon this bit so that applicants write more informed goals in tune with the current market scenarios.
Come back and update us on the GMAT score.
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@cashubham, ISB regularly gets CA applicants, so you will need to work hard to differentiate yourself from them, even while coming from EY (there would be a lot of your brethren applying). It will also help to take the more believable career path between MC and VC with regards to your goals story. I say this so that you come across as a matured applicant who has done their research on the goals bit (you need to prove this as you are applying with lesser experience) and you are aware of how hiring works for ISB grads.
Have discussion with current and recent students who have your academic qualifications and/or experience and understand how recruiting worked for them. This will help you emerge a stronger applicants. Although I am an admissions consultant who helps applicants build theirs goals story for the applications, I stress upon this bit so that applicants write more informed goals in tune with the current market scenarios.
Come back and update us on the GMAT score.
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13.3 years
India
2025
Male
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 3.9
Pre-MBA industry: Tech
Post-MBA industry: Tech
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Round 1
19 hours ago
26 Jul 2024 07:07
14+ years of industry experience, of which I have spent the past 5 years working as a Product Manager in United States. I would like to pursue MBA as I feel my current career growth is stagnant, and a MBA will propel me into the higher ladders. I am especially targeting Singapore (NUS) as that would allow me to stay close to my family in India.
Bachelors in Information Technology from India - Scored 80%
Masters in Management Information Systems from US - Scored 3.9 GPA
I haven't given GMAT, but I hope to crack 645+ in GMAT Focus edition
1. Is my age/profile a blocker for trying Singapore?
2. Is MBA a right choice for me, or should I focus on EMBA only? If so, is there any opportunity in India or around India?
3. I prefer full time courses compared to part time/online courses
Bachelors in Information Technology from India - Scored 80%
Masters in Management Information Systems from US - Scored 3.9 GPA
I haven't given GMAT, but I hope to crack 645+ in GMAT Focus edition
1. Is my age/profile a blocker for trying Singapore?
2. Is MBA a right choice for me, or should I focus on EMBA only? If so, is there any opportunity in India or around India?
3. I prefer full time courses compared to part time/online courses
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Hey , @sri8707
You have a strong profile for the NUS MBA program. Your experience involves 13 years of work, five of them as a Product Manager in the US, which is what NUS looks for. Your academic achievements add weight to your application. Choosing NUS to be near family in India is an acceptable reason.
An MBA may be appropriate for you at this point in time because it offers the requisite skills and networks that can help you move into more senior managerial positions. With a preference for full-time programs, an MBA would fit well into your career transition goals.
As far as the GMAT is concerned, most admitted students score around 670 while aiming for anything above 645 on the GMAT Focus Edition test will make you competitive at least. This score indicates greater potential in these academic areas than the admission requirements state.
However, to answer your question, there are some great EMBA opportunities in India and its environs if you decide that is the way to go. Some of the well-known PGDMAX are ISB Hyderabad PGPMAX, IIM Calcutta PGPEX Kolkata, and NUS ISB Executive MBA Singapore. Yet, a full-time MBA would be useful for getting what you need.
In summary, your profile meets the requirements for being accepted into the NUS MBA program, and pursuing a full-time MBA is just another step toward realizing your ambitions. Therefore, focus on GMAT preparation to further strengthen your application.
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You have a strong profile for the NUS MBA program. Your experience involves 13 years of work, five of them as a Product Manager in the US, which is what NUS looks for. Your academic achievements add weight to your application. Choosing NUS to be near family in India is an acceptable reason.
An MBA may be appropriate for you at this point in time because it offers the requisite skills and networks that can help you move into more senior managerial positions. With a preference for full-time programs, an MBA would fit well into your career transition goals.
As far as the GMAT is concerned, most admitted students score around 670 while aiming for anything above 645 on the GMAT Focus Edition test will make you competitive at least. This score indicates greater potential in these academic areas than the admission requirements state.
However, to answer your question, there are some great EMBA opportunities in India and its environs if you decide that is the way to go. Some of the well-known PGDMAX are ISB Hyderabad PGPMAX, IIM Calcutta PGPEX Kolkata, and NUS ISB Executive MBA Singapore. Yet, a full-time MBA would be useful for getting what you need.
In summary, your profile meets the requirements for being accepted into the NUS MBA program, and pursuing a full-time MBA is just another step toward realizing your ambitions. Therefore, focus on GMAT preparation to further strengthen your application.
We’d be happy to discuss your profile in more detail to enhance your application’s competitiveness. Click here to schedule a complimentary profile evaluation session with our experts . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools.
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Thank you for your reply. One more followup question - "NUS ISB Executive MBA Singapore" May I know what this program is? Is this the part time executive MBA program offered by NUS? Additionally, are there are other MBA schools that I am missing out in India/Singapore that suits my profile, with good ROI?
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The NUS-ISB Executive MBA is offered by the NUS and ISB in cooperation with each other. It is an 18-month part-time program targeting Executives who have more than 10 years of work experience in language Executive MBA. Let's connect and have a detailed analysis of your profile.
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From my experience working with other applicants with 10+ years experience, I believe you will not be a very attractive applicant for the NUS regular MBA. Suggest you initiate a discussion with the adcom before you actually apply.
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4.2 years
India
2025
Female
Score: 705 GMAT Focus
GPA: 3.52
Pre-MBA industry: Advertising and PR
Post-MBA industry: Tech
Fuqua
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United States
2026
Female
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 3.92
Pre-MBA industry: Venture Capital
Post-MBA industry: Venture Capital
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Hi, I'm an Indian woman (US citizen, 24) who went undergraduate business school at Michigan Ross. I was interested in pre-med as a high school but shifted to business in college. I was able to still scratch this interest in the medical field and spent a lot of time during college working on a medical device with a couple of friends. We were able to get funding from the school and received a patent. I wanted to combine this interest in finance and healthcare and worked in healthcare investment banking after graduation for ~1.5 years focused on sell-side advisory. Since then, I shifted to healthcare venture capital / growth equity as I really enjoyed working in healthcare but wanted to partner with founders. I have been working here for 1.5 years. I am looking to apply to business school. I intend to stay in healthcare investing long-term post-mba but may want to go earlier in the realm of investing. I could also see myself getting a couple years of operating experience at a healthcare company in order to add credibility to being an investor. I was originally looking at applying this cycle but I may not be able to achieve a desirable GMAT score by deadline. Additionally, I was offered an opportunity to get promoted at the firm at the end of my associate program. I was planning to stay one another year to add experience and help my business application.
Additionally, outside of my job, I am a trained dancer and have been dancing for the past 14 years. I continue to develop my passion for the art form by performing and teaching.
My weak spot is definitely standardized testing. I have been studying for the GMAT and not seeing the results I'd like. What is the minimum score I need to get into these above schools / how is it weighted against other items of my profile? I also think I could get strong rec letters from my current firm. It's a smaller / newer firm but leadership has reputable backgrounds and are M3 alumni.
Additionally, outside of my job, I am a trained dancer and have been dancing for the past 14 years. I continue to develop my passion for the art form by performing and teaching.
My weak spot is definitely standardized testing. I have been studying for the GMAT and not seeing the results I'd like. What is the minimum score I need to get into these above schools / how is it weighted against other items of my profile? I also think I could get strong rec letters from my current firm. It's a smaller / newer firm but leadership has reputable backgrounds and are M3 alumni.
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Hey, @light345
Considering the overall picture of your application, your GPA is a very valuable tool as it will help you get into top MBA Programs such as Tuck, Harvard, Stanford GSB, Sloan MIT, Kellogg, and Booth. These schools often seek impressive academic performances, and your GPA places you well above average for most competitive programs. To exemplify this point further, on average, Harvard and Standford have GPAs ranging between 3.7 and 3.8, making your GPA an added advantage in these schools.
Focusing on GMAT scores is also necessary. For instance, scores in the 700s might be advisable to enhance competitiveness since these programs tend to have average GMAT scores that range from 715 to 740. Additionally, strong recommendations from distinguished leaders at your current firm can strengthen your application. Your unique background in healthcare combined with dance demonstrates a comprehensive approach to life balancing numerous interests.
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Considering the overall picture of your application, your GPA is a very valuable tool as it will help you get into top MBA Programs such as Tuck, Harvard, Stanford GSB, Sloan MIT, Kellogg, and Booth. These schools often seek impressive academic performances, and your GPA places you well above average for most competitive programs. To exemplify this point further, on average, Harvard and Standford have GPAs ranging between 3.7 and 3.8, making your GPA an added advantage in these schools.
Focusing on GMAT scores is also necessary. For instance, scores in the 700s might be advisable to enhance competitiveness since these programs tend to have average GMAT scores that range from 715 to 740. Additionally, strong recommendations from distinguished leaders at your current firm can strengthen your application. Your unique background in healthcare combined with dance demonstrates a comprehensive approach to life balancing numerous interests.
We’d be happy to discuss your profile in more detail and help enhance your application’s competitiveness.Click here to schedule a complimentary profile evaluations session with our experts . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools.
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Hi - Thank you so much for the response! To clarify, I am taking the GMAT Focus, do you mean a 700s on this version or on the classic?
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Yes, if you can score 700s in the GMAT Focus, it will help your admission to competitive programs. Let's connect to have a detailed analysis of your profile. Please feel free to schedule a complimentary profile evaluation session with our experts
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Hi, you have built yourself very enviable work experience, because its the role/industry many MBA aspirants vie post-MBA. With 4 years experience next year, you could apply comfortably in this year's admissions cycle (R1 and R2 included). Scoring a optimal GMAT score (730+ Classic GMAT) would be helpful. In case you are not able to crack the right GMAT score this year and have to push your applications to 2025, that would be alright as well. With 4-5 years at matriculation, the timing is in your favor, so I'd not worry too much on that bit.
The rest of the things look good in your profile. If you do wait a year, you could find some ways to boost your ECA profile. Dancing is excellent, but if there's something more about you doing social good, then it will just add to your profile.
Namita Garg
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The rest of the things look good in your profile. If you do wait a year, you could find some ways to boost your ECA profile. Dancing is excellent, but if there's something more about you doing social good, then it will just add to your profile.
Namita Garg
Founder,
www.mbadecoder.com
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Hi @light345
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your background in healthcare along with finance and entrepreneurship demonstrates you as a strong candidate for top schools.
While there's no minimum GMAT score requirement for top programs, a high score, ideally above 675 FE, (translating to about 730 Classic) will be crucial for your application. Your WE will also be a key asset in your profile.
Round 2 deadlines are in January 2025, about 5-6 months from now, if you can get your target GMAT score and simultaneously work on your profile, you can apply in R2 this cycle. Ultimately, It is very important for you to be confident with your application before you apply.
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your background in healthcare along with finance and entrepreneurship demonstrates you as a strong candidate for top schools.
While there's no minimum GMAT score requirement for top programs, a high score, ideally above 675 FE, (translating to about 730 Classic) will be crucial for your application. Your WE will also be a key asset in your profile.
Round 2 deadlines are in January 2025, about 5-6 months from now, if you can get your target GMAT score and simultaneously work on your profile, you can apply in R2 this cycle. Ultimately, It is very important for you to be confident with your application before you apply.
Feel free to connect for a more in-depth discussion.
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You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
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3.8 years
India
2025
Female
GPA: 8.1/10
Pre-MBA industry: Tech
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Columbia
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4 years
United States
2025
Male
Score: 735 GMAT Focus
GPA: 3.81
Pre-MBA industry: Private Equity
Post-MBA industry: Private Equity
Booth
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1 month ago
Kellogg
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Submitting an updated profile now that I have a new GMAT Focus score (735).
Went to a state university and had good leadership / extra curricular involvement during undergrad and post undergrad.
I worked in investment banking after undergrad and switched to PE. I am planning on returning to PE with a specific sector in mind (have a good story for it and prior experience).
I have strong recommendation letters (M7 alumni).
Now I am just focusing on finishing essays but trying to figure out what else I can do to boost my chances?
Went to a state university and had good leadership / extra curricular involvement during undergrad and post undergrad.
I worked in investment banking after undergrad and switched to PE. I am planning on returning to PE with a specific sector in mind (have a good story for it and prior experience).
I have strong recommendation letters (M7 alumni).
Now I am just focusing on finishing essays but trying to figure out what else I can do to boost my chances?
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If the plan is to return to PE post your MBA, would recommend swapping a Kellogg SOM with Columbia Business School and even having a Wharton on your radar. The IB/PE pool tends to be overrepresented at these schools and hence you will need to think of a strong application strategy to make yourself standout, a GMAT score north of 695 will do the trick from a score perspective. Do focus on other aspects of your profile outside your test score as well.
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Wow... This is really really good. You have the most important aspects for your profile handled - work experience, hopefully some promotions or aspects that made you stand out, great GPA, etc. As long as you can get a little higher with your test scores - around average which would be about 685, i think you will be set. Honestly even having an imperfect score would be OK but the score is usually something that can be fixed within a few months, so hopefully not a stumbling block.
Having industry experience and not moving away is also super helpful
P.S. We are doing an MBA Spotlight Fair and have an opportunity to network with AdCom's if you are interested in hosting sessions and having a leadership position. Message me in the next few days if you are 😇
Having industry experience and not moving away is also super helpful
P.S. We are doing an MBA Spotlight Fair and have an opportunity to network with AdCom's if you are interested in hosting sessions and having a leadership position. Message me in the next few days if you are 😇
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Thanks @bb - wanted to get your thoughts now that I have an updated GMAT Focus score (735).
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Sorry, one more question, how many mistakes did you have to get that kind of a score? The reason I’m asking is that we had someone with just a single mistake who got a Q 80 with one wrong. so I’m trying to figure out what the heck is going on with these days.
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Thank you. Only looking at those 5 schools so Stern is off the table, but even if the scholarships are minimal / none, I am still okay with that decision, given my very specific post-MBA goals and personal needs. Regarding mistakes - Quant I had 3 missed questions. I know which ones they are and they were 755+ level difficulties. Data I also had three missed questions. I don't remember which ones. Below is the score breakdown
Quant: 86/90 (92 percentile)
Verbal: 90/90 (100 percentile)
Data: 84/90 (98 percentile)
Quant: 86/90 (92 percentile)
Verbal: 90/90 (100 percentile)
Data: 84/90 (98 percentile)
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United States
2025
Pre-MBA industry: Computer Hardware
Post-MBA industry: Computer Software
Wharton
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India
2025
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655 GMAT Focus
650 GMAT Classic
655 GMAT Focus
650 GMAT Classic
GPA: 7.43
Pre-MBA industry: Manufacturing
Post-MBA industry: Consumer Electronics
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Long term goal: Expand business to emerging markets such as middle east, india, etc.
Short term goal: work in Supply chain management role in tech or other industries that hire international students to get global supply chain management exposure which will help me achieve my long term goal.
Background: 6 years worked in Security Systems family business in Kuwait (Product manager) playing key role in launching a new product line (Luxury Safes), set up supply chain and brought in 100% more revenue to the division, currently moved the operations from vendor based to inhouse production by acquiring a failing factory and I was involved in the acquisition (last 3 years as operations consultant - part time).
3 years worked as broadcast operations engineer in an automated broadcast plant, it's 24/7 production environment following manufacturing policies and practices.
I am trying to figure out what universities are best for my goals to pursue Supply Chain Management. Please advise.
Short term goal: work in Supply chain management role in tech or other industries that hire international students to get global supply chain management exposure which will help me achieve my long term goal.
Background: 6 years worked in Security Systems family business in Kuwait (Product manager) playing key role in launching a new product line (Luxury Safes), set up supply chain and brought in 100% more revenue to the division, currently moved the operations from vendor based to inhouse production by acquiring a failing factory and I was involved in the acquisition (last 3 years as operations consultant - part time).
3 years worked as broadcast operations engineer in an automated broadcast plant, it's 24/7 production environment following manufacturing policies and practices.
I am trying to figure out what universities are best for my goals to pursue Supply Chain Management. Please advise.
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Hi @K Thomas, I'm Priyanka from ARINGO. Let's discuss your profile - Your hands-on experience in manufacturing, particularly your role in transforming the family business clearly demonstrates understanding of operational challenges and strategic thinking- SKILLS HIGHLY VALUED BY THE ADCOMS.
The transition from vendor-based to in-house production showcases your ability to execute complex projects (ANOTHER POSITIVE ASPECT). Your career goals align with the supply chain focus of your target schools.
To provide more specific guidance, please connect with us or share your CV so we can assess your profile comprehensively.
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The transition from vendor-based to in-house production showcases your ability to execute complex projects (ANOTHER POSITIVE ASPECT). Your career goals align with the supply chain focus of your target schools.
To provide more specific guidance, please connect with us or share your CV so we can assess your profile comprehensively.
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Hey, @K Thomas
Having a sound academic background and excellent experience in product management and operations consulting, you are a perfect candidate for an MBA concentrating in Supply Chain Management. Here is a list of schools that may be right for you – McCombs, Kelley, Fisher. These universities have well-regarded SCM programs with international focus that go well with your future plan of expanding to developing countries.
Other top contenders include Owen, Ross, and Scheller, which all offer Operations Management concentrations or related fields associated with your interests in SCM. Do not forget to consider issues such as program rankings, specializations, career services, and alumni networks while making the final decisions. Briefly study the course outlines and instructors’ areas of expertise in regard to supply chain management, giving priority to schools linked up with either consumer electronics or technology corporations as per your post-MBA plans.
When you highlight your accomplishments in product management, logistics structuring, and international trade in your application essays and have them customized to fit each program of the school, you will demonstrate a strong profile and improve your chances of being admitted into a leading supply chain management program.
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Having a sound academic background and excellent experience in product management and operations consulting, you are a perfect candidate for an MBA concentrating in Supply Chain Management. Here is a list of schools that may be right for you – McCombs, Kelley, Fisher. These universities have well-regarded SCM programs with international focus that go well with your future plan of expanding to developing countries.
Other top contenders include Owen, Ross, and Scheller, which all offer Operations Management concentrations or related fields associated with your interests in SCM. Do not forget to consider issues such as program rankings, specializations, career services, and alumni networks while making the final decisions. Briefly study the course outlines and instructors’ areas of expertise in regard to supply chain management, giving priority to schools linked up with either consumer electronics or technology corporations as per your post-MBA plans.
When you highlight your accomplishments in product management, logistics structuring, and international trade in your application essays and have them customized to fit each program of the school, you will demonstrate a strong profile and improve your chances of being admitted into a leading supply chain management program.
Let's have a detailed discussion regarding your profile and help you understand.Click here to schedule a complimentary profile evaluation session with our experts . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools.
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Nigeria
2025
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Score: 302 GRE
GPA: 3.6
Pre-MBA industry: Finance
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Booth
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Stern
Full Time MBA
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24 Jul 2024 01:07
Having spent 5 years in banking, I am looking to pivot into consulting to help companies and governments to strategize better
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Hey, @Doyinsola3
With a strong academic background and five years of experience in finance, you're a competitive candidate for top MBA programs, particularly those in the United States. As a Nigerian applicant, scholarships can be an important factor not just financially but also in strengthening your visa application.
To strengthen your application for a consulting pivot, clearly highlight your goal and relevant experiences. Emphasize how your finance skills and achievements can benefit consulting. Use specific examples and quantify your successes. Show your leadership potential through work, extracurriculars, and volunteer activities.
Customize each essay to fit the school's program and culture, mentioning their consulting tracks. Talk to alumni in consulting for insights and recommendation letters. Use the optional essay to explain any issues in your application. Highlight these points and apply for scholarships to boost your chances of getting into top MBA programs.
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With a strong academic background and five years of experience in finance, you're a competitive candidate for top MBA programs, particularly those in the United States. As a Nigerian applicant, scholarships can be an important factor not just financially but also in strengthening your visa application.
To strengthen your application for a consulting pivot, clearly highlight your goal and relevant experiences. Emphasize how your finance skills and achievements can benefit consulting. Use specific examples and quantify your successes. Show your leadership potential through work, extracurriculars, and volunteer activities.
Customize each essay to fit the school's program and culture, mentioning their consulting tracks. Talk to alumni in consulting for insights and recommendation letters. Use the optional essay to explain any issues in your application. Highlight these points and apply for scholarships to boost your chances of getting into top MBA programs.
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Hey @Doyinsola3
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your five years in banking will offer a solid base to you for shifting into consulting. You are aiming a bit high with schools like Booth, Darden, and Stern but let's be real, your GRE will be a pretty big hurdle. You will really need to significantly boost your score.
Plus, it's crucial to have a clear story about why you want to switch to consulting and how an MBA will help you with achieving your goals.
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your five years in banking will offer a solid base to you for shifting into consulting. You are aiming a bit high with schools like Booth, Darden, and Stern but let's be real, your GRE will be a pretty big hurdle. You will really need to significantly boost your score.
Plus, it's crucial to have a clear story about why you want to switch to consulting and how an MBA will help you with achieving your goals.
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3.8 years
India
2025
Male
Score: 695 GMAT Focus
GPA: 8.6
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Columbia
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3 days ago
Wharton
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Kellogg
Full Time MBA
Round 1
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Darden
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Tuck
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Fuqua
Full Time MBA
Round 1
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Ross Michigan
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24 Jul 2024 01:07
Indian male engineer, 4 year experienced consultant with big4 firm, targetting M7 schools.Diverse cross industry professional experience. Strong extra curriculars throughout education. Strong academic performance (8.6 gpa) overall with 1 back during 1st year engineering (cleared immediately in subsequent round)
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Hey, @alphaNew13
Your MBA application profile is incredibly strong. The 695 GMAT Focus score is a standout achievement demonstrating exceptional quantitative, verbal, and data reasoning skills. Your impressive 8.6 GPA positions you competitively for top MBA programs.
Your experience at a Big 4 consulting firm is highly valued, showcasing strong analytical, problem-solving, and client communication skills. Additionally, your diverse cross-industry experience and strong extracurricular involvement highlight your adaptability and well-roundedness, suggesting you can succeed in various situations and possess valuable leadership and teamwork skills.
While targeting M7 schools is great, consider adding a few safety schools ranked just outside the M7, like Tepper at Carnegie Mellon or McDonough at Georgetown, to broaden your options. By focusing on quantifiable achievements and impact in your application materials, you can further strengthen your already impressive profile. With this strong foundation, you have a high chance of success at top MBA programs!
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Your MBA application profile is incredibly strong. The 695 GMAT Focus score is a standout achievement demonstrating exceptional quantitative, verbal, and data reasoning skills. Your impressive 8.6 GPA positions you competitively for top MBA programs.
Your experience at a Big 4 consulting firm is highly valued, showcasing strong analytical, problem-solving, and client communication skills. Additionally, your diverse cross-industry experience and strong extracurricular involvement highlight your adaptability and well-roundedness, suggesting you can succeed in various situations and possess valuable leadership and teamwork skills.
While targeting M7 schools is great, consider adding a few safety schools ranked just outside the M7, like Tepper at Carnegie Mellon or McDonough at Georgetown, to broaden your options. By focusing on quantifiable achievements and impact in your application materials, you can further strengthen your already impressive profile. With this strong foundation, you have a high chance of success at top MBA programs!
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Having backlogs in college can make it harder to get into top MBA programs like the M7 schools. These schools want students with excellent grades and usually have a limit on how many backlogs they will accept. The specific subjects you have backlogs in and how long it took you to clear them are also important factors. If the backlogs are in subjects related to business, or if it took you a long time to clear them, the schools may worry that you are not ready for their challenging programs.
However, many M7 schools look at your entire application, not just your grades. In your Statement of Purpose, you can explain your backlogs and show how you have grown and improved since then. If you can make a strong case for why you are now ready for their program, despite your past academic struggles, that can help overcome the negative impact of the backlogs.
However, many M7 schools look at your entire application, not just your grades. In your Statement of Purpose, you can explain your backlogs and show how you have grown and improved since then. If you can make a strong case for why you are now ready for their program, despite your past academic struggles, that can help overcome the negative impact of the backlogs.
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Hey @alphaNew13
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, you seem to have a solid foundation. Your diverse industry exposure and strong extracurricular involvement will also tend to enhance your profile.
Your FE score translates to around 730-740 on the classic board which is a strong aspect in your profile. You will need to clearly articulate your career goals and how an MBA will help you for leadership roles within the consulting industry. Answering your question about a backlog, you can justify it by giving a valid reason for it, and since it just happened once, it shouldn't be an issue in your application. You will need to focus on crafting excellent essays as they will be very crucial in impressing Adcoms.
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, you seem to have a solid foundation. Your diverse industry exposure and strong extracurricular involvement will also tend to enhance your profile.
Your FE score translates to around 730-740 on the classic board which is a strong aspect in your profile. You will need to clearly articulate your career goals and how an MBA will help you for leadership roles within the consulting industry. Answering your question about a backlog, you can justify it by giving a valid reason for it, and since it just happened once, it shouldn't be an issue in your application. You will need to focus on crafting excellent essays as they will be very crucial in impressing Adcoms.
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3.2 years
India
2025
Male
Score: 675 GMAT Focus
GPA: 3.6
Pre-MBA industry: Tech
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
Rotman
Full Time MBA
Round 2
2 days ago
INSEAD
August Intake
Round 2
2 days ago
Tepper
Full Time MBA
Round 2
2 days ago
Booth
Full Time MBA
Round 2
2 days ago
Ross Michigan
Full Time MBA
Round 2
2 days ago
ISB
Full Time MBA
Round 1
2 days ago
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7.8 years
South Africa
2025
Female
Score: Plan to take the GRE
GPA: 3.64
Pre-MBA industry: Other
Post-MBA industry: Tech
Fuqua
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Scheller
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
McCombs
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Owen Vanderbilt
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Stanford GSB
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Stanford GSB
Stanford MSx
Round 1 Joint
3 days ago
Booth
Full Time MBA
Round 1
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Haas
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Kellogg
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24 Jul 2024 02:07
5 years tourism, 3 years Fintech (Product delivery and marketing).
Looking to accelerate career in fintech or join a SAAS and continue into product delivery or product marketing.
Alternatively, tech consulting for a focus on optimizing product development and delivery processes.
Looking to accelerate career in fintech or join a SAAS and continue into product delivery or product marketing.
Alternatively, tech consulting for a focus on optimizing product development and delivery processes.
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Hey , @LynMBee
With a strong 7.8 years of experience across diverse industries like tourism and fintech, your profile offers a unique blend of skills and perspectives valued by top MBA programs. Your GPA further demonstrates your academic capabilities. Since you're aiming for a career shift into tech, focus on showcasing transferable skills in your application. Quantify your achievements and highlight any tech-related skills acquired in previous roles.
Clearly highlight your post-MBA goals in tech, specifying your target role and how the MBA will equip you for success. Remember, a strong GRE score can further solidify your application. Research each program's curriculum, career resources, and alumni network to find the best fit for your aspirations. Both tech-focused programs like Haas and Kellogg and general MBA programs with strong tech placement, like Fuqua and McCombs, are excellent options for you. By strategically highlighting your transferable skills, achievements, and goals, you'll be well-positioned to impress admissions committees and secure your spot in a top MBA program.
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With a strong 7.8 years of experience across diverse industries like tourism and fintech, your profile offers a unique blend of skills and perspectives valued by top MBA programs. Your GPA further demonstrates your academic capabilities. Since you're aiming for a career shift into tech, focus on showcasing transferable skills in your application. Quantify your achievements and highlight any tech-related skills acquired in previous roles.
Clearly highlight your post-MBA goals in tech, specifying your target role and how the MBA will equip you for success. Remember, a strong GRE score can further solidify your application. Research each program's curriculum, career resources, and alumni network to find the best fit for your aspirations. Both tech-focused programs like Haas and Kellogg and general MBA programs with strong tech placement, like Fuqua and McCombs, are excellent options for you. By strategically highlighting your transferable skills, achievements, and goals, you'll be well-positioned to impress admissions committees and secure your spot in a top MBA program.
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Hey @LynMBee
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. I hope you are doing well, speaking about your profile, your profile seems to have a strong academic background and with your experience in tourism and fintech, you have a solid foundation for an MBA. Your interest in tech consulting or product management positions within fintech or SaaS aligns well with your experience.
A 325+ GRE score will be crucial for your application. Your career goals are clear, but further defining your unique value proposition and how an MBA will accelerate your career path would strengthen your application. You should be prepared to answer ‘Why an MBA?’ and ‘Why that particular school/program?’ to the Adcoms.
Your experience in tourism is likely to involve customer interaction and problem-solving skills, which are transferable skills to consulting and product management, highlight that. Also, since you have around 8 years of experience, can you highlight specific instances of impact?
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. I hope you are doing well, speaking about your profile, your profile seems to have a strong academic background and with your experience in tourism and fintech, you have a solid foundation for an MBA. Your interest in tech consulting or product management positions within fintech or SaaS aligns well with your experience.
A 325+ GRE score will be crucial for your application. Your career goals are clear, but further defining your unique value proposition and how an MBA will accelerate your career path would strengthen your application. You should be prepared to answer ‘Why an MBA?’ and ‘Why that particular school/program?’ to the Adcoms.
Your experience in tourism is likely to involve customer interaction and problem-solving skills, which are transferable skills to consulting and product management, highlight that. Also, since you have around 8 years of experience, can you highlight specific instances of impact?
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10 years
India
2025
Female
Score: 715 GMAT Focus
GPA: 2.8
Pre-MBA industry: Military & Defense
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
INSEAD
August Intake
Round 1
2 days ago
HEC Paris
September Intake
Round 1
2 days ago
LBS
Full Time MBA
Round 1
2 days ago
Wharton
Full Time MBA
Round 1
2 days ago
Stanford GSB
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2 days ago
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24 Jul 2024 01:07
After 10 years of working in the Indian Air Force, and a short stint with a corporate, I now want to career pivot into the world of consulting/finance. My goals post MBA include working with Big 4 consultancy firms/VC firms. I am region agnostic. My dream college is INSEAD, however the only international exposure I have is having international stakeholders while working in corporate and as a tourist. Also I have strong extra-curricular, part of the Indian Air Force Women's Rafting Team, organising College fests and events, won a lot of debate and public speaking competitions in school, college and while in the IAF, editor of the school magazine, etc. Being a veteran as well as a military spouse, I have been exposed to challenging and dynamic environments.
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Hey, @Aaa12345
With your unique 10-year career in the Indian Air Force, you possess a good profile for MBA applications. This experience showcases leadership, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to thrive under pressure—all highly sought-after qualities in consulting and finance. Your exceptional quantitative skills, demonstrated by your high GMAT score, further strengthen your candidacy.
Your low GPA might raise an eyebrow at top programs, but a strong GMAT score can help lighten that concern. Your international exposure could be broadened, though highlighting interaction with international stakeholders during your corporate stint is a good start.
Highlight Air Force experience in essays & recommendations. Quantify achievements showcasing leadership and problem-solving honed in service. Connect these skills to consulting/finance goals. Consider adding schools with veteran programs alongside INSEAD.
Remember to emphasize the soft skills honed through extracurricular activities, like communication and teamwork. While mentioning your veteran and spouse status is optional, focus primarily on showcasing the transferable skills you've gained. Thorough research of each program's strengths and how your profile aligns is important.
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With your unique 10-year career in the Indian Air Force, you possess a good profile for MBA applications. This experience showcases leadership, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to thrive under pressure—all highly sought-after qualities in consulting and finance. Your exceptional quantitative skills, demonstrated by your high GMAT score, further strengthen your candidacy.
Your low GPA might raise an eyebrow at top programs, but a strong GMAT score can help lighten that concern. Your international exposure could be broadened, though highlighting interaction with international stakeholders during your corporate stint is a good start.
Highlight Air Force experience in essays & recommendations. Quantify achievements showcasing leadership and problem-solving honed in service. Connect these skills to consulting/finance goals. Consider adding schools with veteran programs alongside INSEAD.
Remember to emphasize the soft skills honed through extracurricular activities, like communication and teamwork. While mentioning your veteran and spouse status is optional, focus primarily on showcasing the transferable skills you've gained. Thorough research of each program's strengths and how your profile aligns is important.
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Hey @Aaa12345
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. I hope you are doing well, speaking about your profile, a 715 FE is a strong score and combined with a decade of military and corporate experience, your profile stands a strong chance of acceptance at top programs.
Your leadership roles in the rafting team and organizing college events highlight exceptional teamwork and organizational skills. Moreover, your debate and public speaking skills combined with editorial work, showcase strong communication abilities. While your GPA is on the lower end, it can be compensated with your GMAT score and work experience. Your target schools, including INSEAD and other top programs, are ambitious yet attainable. You will need to highlight your international experience effectively in your application. Insead greatly values international experience.
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. I hope you are doing well, speaking about your profile, a 715 FE is a strong score and combined with a decade of military and corporate experience, your profile stands a strong chance of acceptance at top programs.
Your leadership roles in the rafting team and organizing college events highlight exceptional teamwork and organizational skills. Moreover, your debate and public speaking skills combined with editorial work, showcase strong communication abilities. While your GPA is on the lower end, it can be compensated with your GMAT score and work experience. Your target schools, including INSEAD and other top programs, are ambitious yet attainable. You will need to highlight your international experience effectively in your application. Insead greatly values international experience.
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5 years
India
2025
Female
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 3.7
Pre-MBA industry: Retail
Post-MBA industry: Retail
Booth
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Round 1
5 days ago
Kellogg
Full Time MBA
Round 1
5 days ago
Columbia
Full Time MBA
Round 1
5 days ago
23 Jul 2024 08:07
I am currently managing solely our family business for the last 5 years post my father's death.
Prior to this I did my undergrad in a best commerce college in the country. Have attended summer schools at LSE & Harvard .
The managerial position I held has given me a tremendous real life experience and I would like to further do my MBA come back and improve our business further .
Prior to this I did my undergrad in a best commerce college in the country. Have attended summer schools at LSE & Harvard .
The managerial position I held has given me a tremendous real life experience and I would like to further do my MBA come back and improve our business further .
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Hello, @Suja9091
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Taking on the family business during such a challenging time demonstrates incredible strength and resilience. He would undoubtedly be incredibly proud of you.
Your profile boasts a strong academic foundation, with a 3.7 GPA. Managing the family business for the past five years showcases impressive leadership, business acumen, and real-world experience. Your global exposure through summer schools at LSE and Harvard further highlights your intellectual curiosity and desire for a broader perspective.
Finally, your clear goal of leveraging an MBA to improve your family business demonstrates a focused and ambitious vision. To further strengthen your application, focus on achieving a high GMAT score. While your pre-MBA industry might not directly connect to your current business, highlight any transferable skills you gained that are relevant. In your essays, emphasize the challenges and triumphs you faced leading the family business, the specific skills you honed that benefit your goals, and how an MBA education will equip you to achieve your vision for its future.
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I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Taking on the family business during such a challenging time demonstrates incredible strength and resilience. He would undoubtedly be incredibly proud of you.
Your profile boasts a strong academic foundation, with a 3.7 GPA. Managing the family business for the past five years showcases impressive leadership, business acumen, and real-world experience. Your global exposure through summer schools at LSE and Harvard further highlights your intellectual curiosity and desire for a broader perspective.
Finally, your clear goal of leveraging an MBA to improve your family business demonstrates a focused and ambitious vision. To further strengthen your application, focus on achieving a high GMAT score. While your pre-MBA industry might not directly connect to your current business, highlight any transferable skills you gained that are relevant. In your essays, emphasize the challenges and triumphs you faced leading the family business, the specific skills you honed that benefit your goals, and how an MBA education will equip you to achieve your vision for its future.
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Suja - we just might be alums of the same commerce college, if it's in Delhi 
Regardless, you can be in a very strong position and a compelling candidate for any school if you can get a strong GMAT score to support your entrepreneurial credentials.
Coincidentally, my focus is retail too, having spent years in the industry and consulting focused on that sector. I am happy to speak, if you wish to.
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Regardless, you can be in a very strong position and a compelling candidate for any school if you can get a strong GMAT score to support your entrepreneurial credentials.Coincidentally, my focus is retail too, having spent years in the industry and consulting focused on that sector. I am happy to speak, if you wish to.
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(MBA Admissions Consultant and Management Consultant)
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Hi @Suja9091
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Your profile looks good on the surface, however a strong GMAT score will further strengthen it. The summer programs you attended at LSE and Harvard also showcase your academic potential.
Taking over the family business post your father's demise is a testament to your resilience and leadership abilities. Five years of sole management role provides invaluable real-world experience, making your candidacy strong. Your stated goal of leveraging an MBA to further elevate the family business demonstrates a clear answer to ‘Why an MBA?’
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Your profile looks good on the surface, however a strong GMAT score will further strengthen it. The summer programs you attended at LSE and Harvard also showcase your academic potential.
Taking over the family business post your father's demise is a testament to your resilience and leadership abilities. Five years of sole management role provides invaluable real-world experience, making your candidacy strong. Your stated goal of leveraging an MBA to further elevate the family business demonstrates a clear answer to ‘Why an MBA?’
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3 years
India
2025
Male
Score: Plan to take the GMAT
GPA: 7.61/1
Pre-MBA industry: Finance
Post-MBA industry: Consulting
ESADE
Full Time MBA
1st deadline
3 days ago
Rotterdam
International Full Time MBA
Feb Round
3 days ago
23 Jul 2024 06:07
Looking at the current economic conditions of Spain, France and Netherlands, what would you suggest, ESADE, ESSEC or RSM?
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Hi @Akshat55
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. To answer your question, Rotterdam seems like a great fit for your profile. With your finance background and consulting goals, Rotterdam's strong reputation in these areas will be a big plus. The school's focus on practical business education and international outlook can really help you stand out in the job market as well. Plus, the Netherlands has a stable economy, which is always a big plus.
But to truly see if Rotterdam is the perfect match, I will need more clarity about your specific goals. What kind of consulting are you interested in? Which firms are you targeting? Sharing more about your career aspirations will help me tailor my advice.
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. To answer your question, Rotterdam seems like a great fit for your profile. With your finance background and consulting goals, Rotterdam's strong reputation in these areas will be a big plus. The school's focus on practical business education and international outlook can really help you stand out in the job market as well. Plus, the Netherlands has a stable economy, which is always a big plus.
But to truly see if Rotterdam is the perfect match, I will need more clarity about your specific goals. What kind of consulting are you interested in? Which firms are you targeting? Sharing more about your career aspirations will help me tailor my advice.
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5 years
United States
2025
Male
Score: 665 GMAT Focus
GPA: 3.28
Pre-MBA industry: Tech
Post-MBA industry: Venture Capital
Columbia
Full Time MBA
Round 1
3 days ago
Stern
Full Time MBA
Round 3
3 days ago
Fuqua
Full Time MBA
Round 2
3 days ago
Tuck
Full Time MBA
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3 days ago
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23 Jul 2024 04:07
5 years in B2B SaaS sales - have had an impressive run of companies I have worked for, and a strong track record of success
Undergrad top 25 school (top 10 business program)
Undergrad top 25 school (top 10 business program)
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Congrats on a fantastic profile!
Getting into the AdCom shoes - a school will have to take a hit on there rankings by taking you in - your GMAT and GPA would be somewhat below the average. That means they would have to find someone else to upset the numbers to keep their stats.
What are you going to bring to the table to the program that is unique and helpful to make it worthwhile for them to take you and then have to find someone to offset the stats?
if you don’t have a great solid answer, see if you can get a higher score or maybe switch to the Jerry which is a lot more forgivable. Not sure if any of these are options. If not, you need to make yourself look really busy and really important, like you didn’t care enough to get a super high score type of thing. Otherwise, even if the schools love you and like you and would love to have you, the decision comes at a cost for them.
Getting into the AdCom shoes - a school will have to take a hit on there rankings by taking you in - your GMAT and GPA would be somewhat below the average. That means they would have to find someone else to upset the numbers to keep their stats.
What are you going to bring to the table to the program that is unique and helpful to make it worthwhile for them to take you and then have to find someone to offset the stats?
if you don’t have a great solid answer, see if you can get a higher score or maybe switch to the Jerry which is a lot more forgivable. Not sure if any of these are options. If not, you need to make yourself look really busy and really important, like you didn’t care enough to get a super high score type of thing. Otherwise, even if the schools love you and like you and would love to have you, the decision comes at a cost for them.
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Also to throw some other thoughts out there, your goals also impact your admit chances.
The humbler goals you have, and the easier to achieve, the more likely admissions will look favorably at you. Because you are a safer applicant who is more likely to succeed. Going into venture capital you’ll need to demonstrate that you know enough about industry in your applications and that it will be a fairly straightforward shot for you. You absolutely do not want to be aggressive with your career goals on the applications. there’s very little tolerance for risk.
The humbler goals you have, and the easier to achieve, the more likely admissions will look favorably at you. Because you are a safer applicant who is more likely to succeed. Going into venture capital you’ll need to demonstrate that you know enough about industry in your applications and that it will be a fairly straightforward shot for you. You absolutely do not want to be aggressive with your career goals on the applications. there’s very little tolerance for risk.
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Hi @mba20249056
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, it looks good on the surface. Your GMAT score is decent (translates to around 720 classic), while your experience in B2B SaaS sales is also impressive. Your goal of transitioning to venture capital aligns well with your tech background, though GPA might raise an eyebrow; do you have anything to justify your low GPA?
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You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
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I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, it looks good on the surface. Your GMAT score is decent (translates to around 720 classic), while your experience in B2B SaaS sales is also impressive. Your goal of transitioning to venture capital aligns well with your tech background, though GPA might raise an eyebrow; do you have anything to justify your low GPA?
It will be crucial for you to highlight specific accomplishments and leadership roles at work. It is also important to understand your motivations for the MBA and your specific interest in venture capital. To gain a deeper understanding of your profile and explore your potential, we would like you to share your CV and connect with us for a free detailed evaluation.
Feel free to connect for a more in-depth discussion.
Click here to connect for a detailed profile analysis.
You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
Good Luck!
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The chance of being admitted to any top 20 MBA programs depends on a number of key variables. To have an advantage, it is good if you aim for a GMAT score of 730 and above because this score is competitive enough for the majority of top schools. However, you have scored 7.32 as a GPA, which is low; hence, an impressive GMAT will be needed to compensate for that. While you haven’t given details about your work experience, most top programs require full-time experience ranging from 3-5 years, while ISB YLP states at least two years. Being from India, there will be stiff competition; thus, it is important that you demonstrate a good job profile in the relevant areas, especially when seeking a career change into finance from tech. A high GMAT, along with some relevant experience and compelling application, can increase your chances of getting admission into one of the best twenty business schools.
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