Profile evaluation for Booth (Chicago), Sloan (MIT), HBS, CBS, UVA Darden, Wharton, GMAT Focus 725, Consulting background, from India

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1 year ago

Should add on that I also did my undergrad at IIT Bombay (Top 3 in India in Engineering)

Good profile; decent scores, but may fall short of expectations from an Indian male. The IIT brand could help, but only up to a point. Lots will depend on your achievements during your career, your research to find a fit with the three schools (which are quite different from each other), your recommendation letters, and overall positioning and your packaging. Japanese language skills are helpful only if your target organization(s) deal with Japanese clients or are in Japan. Do consider improving your score to 705+, but definitely get started on your applications.
- Dee
(MBA Admissions Consultant and Management Consultant)
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My only concern was trying to do both GMAT and application at the same time. The chances of not improving the score is high. The other option is to drop application this year which can let me focus on the score

The journey of applications, just like the MBA program itself, is a test of your planning, execution, and time management. If the 685 was a recent attempt, it means you are still warmed up and can continue running. What got you here may not get you where you want to go, so hire a coach. I'm not a tutor, so I'm not selling anything. You have a 90-day runway in front of you. Here are your options, the way I see them:
1. Assuming no improvement to 685, select schools where this score is higher than the school average by 30+ points. Start working on the applications, especially those elements that do not depend on your scores. There's plenty to cover in these 90 days. You could always use this opportunity to apply to a few schools as a pilot.
2. You lose nothing by deferring to next year, R1 Sep 2025. Your work experience at the time of matriculation in 2026 will still be within the sweet spot of 4-6 years. Use this time to improve your scores to 715+ and build a strong defense. This may also give you time to strengthen your offense, i.e. your profile, achievements, etc.
Please don't see my views as discouraging you from applying this year. Just do not ignore the harsh reality that comes along with your demographic profile.
- Dee
(MBA Admissions Consultant and Management Consultant)
[email protected]

I mean if I wait it out, I may get a better score (say a 695), 1 more year of work ex maybe with promotion and more money. What I lose is 1 year with respect to other candidates but in the long term it should not matter.

Dude, you are on your journey; others are on their own. The comparison with others will become a self inflicted wound.

MBADecoder

11 months ago

Great profile, Aditya. I am going to agree with Dee that you even if you wait a year, you will only strengthen your profile, so don't worry about missing the bus. Anyhow, take the GMAt for now.
Your sustainability background can be quite a plus for you. Just wondering if your consulting gig also allows for sustainability projects?
And, any extra curricular activities post college?
Namita
www.mbadecoder.com

Hi Namita. Yes. I had created a technology investment thesis for an F500's climate fund which ended up in a massive RE storage project in Germany. Also have on-ground work experience with another F500 firm's EV charging infra implementation in an Indian city. This year, my work is around Auto components and Driver assistance systems.

In terms of extracurriculars, I used to be part of a band during college. I partake in jams and gigs in my city these days. Nothing much here.

very impactful projects and they will elevate your profile.
Would love to discuss possibilities of working together on your apps, should you plan to apply this year.
Namita
www.mbadecoder.com

ARINGO

Hey there!

I hope you are doing well. My name is Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO.

Targeting top schools like Booth, Kellogg, and Wharton, is a winning combination. Your 3.3 years of experience, including two fast-track promotions to Deputy Senior Consultant at a Japanese Management Consulting firm, is seriously impressive. The focus on Auto and Energy is hot right now, and the fact that your company has alums from LBS, ISB, Wharton, and Columbia speaks volumes about the caliber of work you're doing. Leading projects like implementing a battery swap network and crafting market entry strategies showcases your strategic thinking and ability to deliver results.

Your experience in Japan (and the top 1% score on the N3 language test!) adds a unique dimension to your profile. It demonstrates your adaptability and cultural fluency, which is a major plus for top programs. While your extracurriculars focus on music (band with competition wins – that's awesome!), your fluency in Japanese is a compelling side hustle that could be very attractive to schools looking for globally-minded candidates. And a GMAT FE score of 685, gives you an additional competitive edge.

Now, with your target schools (Booth, Kellogg, Wharton) being highly competitive, the key will be crafting a compelling application that tells your story and highlights your achievements (we can help you with that

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