Profile evaluation for CBS, Yale, Booth (Chicago), Johnson (Cornell), ISB, Anderson (UCLA), Sloan (MIT), GMAT Focus 705, Finance: Diversified Financial Services background, from India

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1 year ago

Your 2 years of WE on matriculation will be significantly lower than the typical average / range. What might work in your favor a little bit is your score (though your ORM status doesn't help) and (my inference from your goal) that you plan to return to India to rejoin your family business immediately after the MBA. If the latter is not the case, then think again.
- Dee
MBA admissions consultant and management consultant
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MBAGuide

Hi Srinivas

Key Questions considering applying in R2 this year.
Which universities would be classified as dream, target, and safe options based on my profile?
Almost all the schools on your list will fall into the dream category due to your significantly lower work experience. The schools take your admissions decision basis the quality work you present counted up till the date of the application.

Are my post-MBA goals distinct and compelling enough to appeal to M7/Top 15 programs?
Your goals are all over the place. Entrepreneurial goals right after MBA do not go well especially with the US B school programs. I feel you are missing the much-needed deep due diligence on the goals strategy.

How effectively can I align my MBA aspirations with my professional goals to make a compelling case for admission?
This needs a longer discussion. Feel free to reach out

Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD aluma, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
MBAGuideConsulting
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ARINGO

Hi shrinivas_5
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your GMAT score is very impressive. My concern is your work experience. With 2+ years of experience, I would recommend applying maybe next year in R1.

For shortlisting schools, you can think about this
Reach Schools
1. Columbia
2. INSEAD
3. Booth
4. Kellogg

Target Schools
1. Yale
2. LBS
3. Said

Safe
1. ISB
2. Emory
3. Rotterdam

I'd be happy to connect for a detailed discussion regarding your further questions. FEEL FREE TO CONNECT.
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You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
Good Luck!

MBAandBeyond

Hey @shrinivas_5 , I hope all is well.

Your profile combines a unique academic background with quick progression in the B2B finance industry, which positions you well for an MBA focused on leadership and entrepreneurship. With dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Biological Sciences from BITS Pilani and a GMAT score of 705, you bring a strong analytical foundation. Your fast-track promotion from Associate to Manager at a leading B2B lending firm in less than a year showcases your ability to drive impact, particularly in operations and revenue growth which is an asset for your goal to lead and diversify your family’s automotive manufacturing business. To enhance your application, focus on aligning your goals with specific MBA program offerings and clearly articulating how each program will prepare you to transition from finance to manufacturing, particularly in sectors like energy and biotechnology. You should focus on how to quantify your work impact and highlight instances of cross-functional or international collaboration to emphasize your leadership potential. Additionally, you can consider targeting a range of programs, dream schools like Wharton and Booth, target options like LBS and Oxford Saïd, and safe choices such as ISB and Emory. What's going to matter most in your application is how you connect the experiential dots and build a great story to stand out from other applicants in the pool.

If you’d like, we are happy to discuss your profile in depth and assess your chances to top B-schools and strengthen your application with impactful stories.

Cheers!
Shantanu Sharma
Founder and Admissions Consultant, MBA and Beyond
Email: valuecreation@mbaandbeyond.com