Score: 675 GMAT Focus
GPA: 4.46
Pre-MBA industry: Technology
Post-MBA industry: Technology
1 year ago
26 Aug 2024 01:08
Short term goals - moving into a PM position in Health Tech company
Long term goals - having my own health tech startup
Been working as a Software Engineer for 5+ years (6+ years at matriculation), without a formal degree (mostly for health tech companies, that's why I studied medicine and chemical engineering before becoming a software engineer, the health field interests me very much)
Graduated this June with a Bachelors in Business administration and management, GPA 4.46
My main EC is that I'm a two time national champion powerlifter
I'm quite unsure about my GMAT score, especially the quant one.
675 QR:81 VR:86: DI:84
I feel that this quant score would give way to questions, rightfully so. Should I defer my application to round 2 and retake the gmat?
Your GMAT FE score 675 puts you in a good spot for many top MBA programs. This score shows you did well in verbal and DI, which means you communicate and analyze well. But your quant score might worry some adcoms for programs emphasizing quantitative proficiency. I would suggest including your quantitative skills in the applications and their impact.
Boosting your GMAT quant score could boost your application, but your 4.46 GPA, six years in health tech, and unique extracurriculars make your profile rock-solid. Your MBA goals align with leveraging your skills for innovation and show your entrepreneurial drive to impact the industry positively. If you think a better GMAT quant score would boost your application, consider retaking it before applying. But if you feel sure that your strong GPA, work experience, and well-defined career goals make up for the quant score, you can go ahead and send in your applications now.
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One aspect I am not sure about is having just completed your Undergrad. This may be a weakness as you have had a job pre-Undergrad and for an employer and AdCom as well that may signal that your job was not that great perhaps so you will definitely need to explain this aspect as it has some risk associated for the AdCom/school with it so you need to make them feel very comfortable there.
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, GPA and GMAT looks decent. See a higher GMAT would definitely enhance your chances of getting an admit, but your current score is decent too. Now the important part is to present an overall strong profile.
Apart your GMAT score, your application should also highlight some skills that adcoms look for- like leadership experience, problem-solving skills, and ability to work in groups. Being a national power lifter will add value to your application. Have you ever been involved in some social activities/ NGO work?
Now my main concern is your work experience, adcoms usually consider experience after your undergrad, and since you have mentioned completing your graduation a few months back, I would recommend reaching out to schools and getting clarity over this. We can also connect for a detailed discussion regarding your profile, specifically regarding your work experience.
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You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
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