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3 years
India
2026
Male
Score: 705 GMAT Focus
GPA: 7.55
Pre-MBA industry: Finance: Diversified Financial Services
Post-MBA industry: Finance: Investment Management
Booth
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
Columbia
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
ESADE
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
4th deadline, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
Haas
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
HEC Paris
January Intake
January Intake
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
IESE
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
ISB
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
Kellogg
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
Ross (Michigan)
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
Said
Full Time MBA
Full Time MBA
Round 3, 2026
2 months ago
4 Feb 2026 02:02
4 years ago
14 Sep 2021 10:09
Background & Academics

-Graduated from IIT Kharagpur (top 3–4 engineering institute in India) with a CGPA of 7.55/10
-Strong quantitative and analytical foundation from a rigorous engineering curriculum

Leadership & Extracurriculars
-Served as General Secretary (Position of Responsibility) at IIT Kharagpur
-Managed budgets, organized large-scale student events, and led cross-functional teams
-Played a key role in positioning my hall as a strong contender for the General Championship before COVID disrupted competitions

Professional Experience
-Business Analyst at a top 3 commercial bank in India (left exactly at 3-year completion, currently not looking for jobs)
~3 years of experience in analytics, strategy, and process optimization
-Led a high-impact cost optimization initiative delivering ~USD 2.5 million in annual savings on a major project
-Fast-paced environment with exposure to senior stakeholders and data-driven decision-making

Finance Credentials & Career Goals
-CFA Level I cleared; CFA Level II attempted
-Post-MBA goal: transition into Asset Management (or to Private Equity roles with strong analytical exposure)
-Plan to complete CFA Levels II & III during / after MBA to deepen investment expertise

Promotions / Recognition
-Promoted in the shortest possible timeframe at the organisation; mentored junior analysts and received internal recognition for performance

GMAT
GMAT Focus Edition: 705, Q88, V84, DI 83 (Please suggest if retake required)

Geography & School Intent
Targeting top MBA / MS Finance programs in the US and Europe with strong finance and asset management pipelines

Suggestions Required:
1. What are the best schools that will best help me pivot into Finance?
2. Is GMAT retake required? - I could touch 725+ as suggested by official mock scores.
3. Should I aim for January intakes of INSEAD and HEC Paris as that will not be round 3?
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2 months ago
04 Feb 2026, 05:38
R3 will not be a good strategy. You may end up doing self-harm. You have a good GMAT score; can't comment about much else, as you did not share any narrative on your career till date, etc.
- Dee
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2 months ago
04 Feb 2026, 06:05
Hi
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Your profile looks strong, however R3 for international applicants might be a stretch. For a better and detailed analysis of your chances, please share more details about your profile.

I’d be happy to offer you a free profile review for your target programs to see where you stand and how to boost your chances, happy to help!
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2 months ago
05 Feb 2026, 02:23
Hey KSTB,

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You can also share your CV on [email protected] .

Hoping to hear from you.
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2 months ago
22 Feb 2026, 02:10
Hey @KSTB,
R3 is definitely riskier for applicants in general. Given your ORM status, and assuming the school may already have admitted their quota of Indian, Male, Engineers (and DFS type of profile), it may present more challenges for you. Besides, with just 3 years of experience, you have time on your hands. May I suggest start with your application now, but be prepared to listen to your consultant, who may advise after listening to your story, if applying to R1 for 27 intake may make more sense.

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