Profile evaluation for ISB, INSEAD, HEC, LBS, Kellogg, IIMA , IIMB, IIMC , Energy background, from India

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3 months ago

Its good that you have shortlisted a good bunch of schools. Regarding your masters, I would say that it is actually a good plus point for you. It shows strong academic rigor, which b-schools like, specifically IIMs. However, you may have to justify to the interviewers quite elaborately why you want to do a 2nd masters. So, be ready with a great answer for that. Your current levels of GMAT are quite concerning though. I do respect your enthusiasm, but taking the score from 575 to 675 is pretty difficult. For your profile, a 625 is adequate and 645 is well beyond sufficient for IIMs and ISB. Foreign schools operate at totally different criteria so I can't comment on it much.

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2 months ago

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HI Sravan,

Why do you think a master's degree will hinder your chances of admission? If you look at class profiles on b-school websites, you will see that almost 10% of a top MBA class has candidates with advanced degrees. A master's degree shows your ability to engage with a subject and also your commitment. I like the fact that you have performed well in both your undergrad and grad courses, which adds a positive element to your academic arc. Now, top that with a super GMAT performance. For US top 10 MBA programs, you should aim much higher (think 705+), so prep with this mindset.
Your work experience sounds relevant. I have usually seen folks working on the supply chain side do well in MBA applications (my own applicant went to Wharton). You will need to build your applications so that they show your leadership impact (leading new initiatives, challenging status quo, innovating, influencing reluctant colleagues to adopt new ways of doing things etc.) , $$ achievements (costs saved/ efficiency achieved) and a clear and realistically ambitious career goals narrative. The international exposure is great, and something you must highlight.
I will suggest you build up on your ECAs over the coming months by pursuing hobbies and interests. You've not mentioned about these, but they are an important component for your self development.
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