Profile evaluation for Tepper, Booth (Chicago), Sloan (MIT), Fisher, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Kellogg, Ross (Michigan), Wharton, GMAT Focus 715, Technology background, from United States

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02 Oct 2024, 18:32

Fantastic score, esp for someone with 10 years of work experience! Fantastic GPA as well! Everything is awesome. I think the key is outlining how MBA Fits in with your career but I am pretty sure schools like Fisher and Tepper will salivate at your scores. I think all T15's will. M7's are picky and will be wondering about your employability a bit - 10 years of work experience likely carries some seniority so they will be evaluating if you are too senior for them to help you. The key to success with M7s would be to say that you basically have a job lined up and you just need an MBA so they are not worried or concerned that they can't add value to your profile.

pmaples

02 Oct 2024, 18:47

Thanks! Yep, it's interesting applying as an older student. My choices are geographically limited by my partner's career options - definitely no Tuck or Johnson! As we start a family we are also very financially conscious. Very possible I go in-state to UNC or OSU (ohio buckeye forever grant) over a more prestigious school, regardless of acceptances, or even our local school P/T. (TLDR: we decided I would swing for the fences, or go cheap.)

02 Oct 2024, 19:33

Makes sense. If family and financing are a question, a lower-ranked program would be free, which would make it cheaper even than a PT program potentially where you have to kill yourself at night after a day of work. It is pretty annoying and little time is left for family and rest.

MBAandBeyond

03 Dec 2024, 01:36

Hi @pmaples , I hope you're doing well. Congratulations on the interview invite from Fisher!

With 10 years of experience in the technology sector, a solid GMAT score of 715, and a strong GPA of 3.79, your profile is competitive for top MBA programs. Your technical background provides depth and unique insights, but transitioning into corporate finance/strategy will require a clear and compelling narrative. Admissions committees will want to understand why this shift makes sense for your career and how your technical skills will contribute to success in a strategic or financial role. Highlight any exposure to business strategy, financial decision-making, or leadership roles in your current or past positions to demonstrate your readiness for this transition. Make sure to frame your technical expertise as a strategic asset, and show how the MBA will bridge the gap between your current role and your future goals in corporate finance or strategy. With strong leadership examples and a well-articulated story, your profile has the potential to stand out in a competitive applicant pool.

As we have very little information now, we cannot comment much on your profile. If you’d like, we are happy to discuss more about your work experience, leadership skills, impact created, challenges faced, awards and achievements and extracurriculars to shortlist assess your chances to top B-schools and strengthen your application with impactful stories.

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