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Esade admissions test - advice needed 28 Nov 2024, 11:30
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Hi, submitted my application to Esade for R2. I have been asked to retake the gmat/gre or the Esade Admission Test by my assigned admissions specialist as she thought my scores were lower than the average – My GRE was 306. However, I am pretty confident about my overall profile.

I don’t think they have read my essays yet since I submitted my application only on 21st Nov.

I am confused if I should take my chances and proceed with my current scores or should I appear for the Esade Test.

If i do proceed with their test, can someone tell me what can I expect in the test?
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Esade admissions test - advice needed 28 Nov 2024, 11:35
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Hi! I was asked to take the test too last year. My GRE score was 319. However, I asked them to just consider this as my final score and evaluate my application/essays. I was shortlisted in 5 days and got an admit 2-3 days after the interview.
If you think you have a good profile, you can go ahead with it but do know the risk you’re taking.
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Esade admissions test - advice needed 28 Nov 2024, 11:49
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My score is 306, lower than 319. But I have justified my low scores in the additional essay.

This is my profile:
-29F, Indian, advertising and marketing background specialising in content with 7 years of work experience in established startups and international ad agencies.

-International work experience of almost 8 months in France in the field of education. I am also fluent in French (B2 level DELF).

-Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Tier 1 college from University of Delhi and Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism

-Highly involved in volunteering activities in the education and sustainability space

- GRE of 306 (150Q and 156V) This is honestly the best I could do considering my personal situation with my family and I also just switched jobs. Anddd, I don’t have a quant heavy background.

- Post MBA goal: To work as a brand manager in sustainability focused companies or FMCGs companies in Europe
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Esade admissions test - advice needed 28 Nov 2024, 11:50
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Hi! I was asked to take the test too last year. My GRE score was 319. However, I asked them to just consider this as my final score and evaluate my application/essays. I was shortlisted in 5 days and got an admit 2-3 days after the interview.
If you think you have a good profile, you can go ahead with it but do know the risk you’re taking.
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This is my profile, is it strong enough to go with my current score?
-29F, Indian, advertising and marketing background specialising in content with 7 years of work experience in established startups and international ad agencies.

-International work experience of almost 8 months in France in the field of education. I am also fluent in French (B2 level DELF).

-Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Tier 1 college from University of Delhi and Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism

-Highly involved in volunteering activities in the education and sustainability space

- GRE of 306 (150Q and 156V) This is honestly the best I could do considering my personal situation with my family and I also just switched jobs. Anddd, I don’t have a quant heavy background.

- Post MBA goal: To work as a brand manager in sustainability focused companies or FMCGs companies in Europe
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Hi! I was asked to take the test too last year. My GRE score was 319. However, I asked them to just consider this as my final score and evaluate my application/essays. I was shortlisted in 5 days and got an admit 2-3 days after the interview.
If you think you have a good profile, you can go ahead with it but do know the risk you’re taking.

This is my profile, is it strong enough to go with my current score?
-29F, Indian, advertising and marketing background specialising in content with 7 years of work experience in established startups and international ad agencies.

-International work experience of almost 8 months in France in the field of education. I am also fluent in French (B2 level DELF).

-Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Tier 1 college from University of Delhi and Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism

-Highly involved in volunteering activities in the education and sustainability space

- GRE of 306 (150Q and 156V) This is honestly the best I could do considering my personal situation with my family and I also just switched jobs. Anddd, I don’t have a quant heavy background.

- Post MBA goal: To work as a brand manager in sustainability focused companies or FMCGs companies in Europe
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Hello devikamohole,

A 306 is still fairly low (even if your overall profile looks good); it would make sense to take the test and put your best foot forward.

All the best!
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I made it to esade. Increasing ur score can really help you get shortlisted.
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I agree that 306 is fairly low irrespective of the profile and it would definitely be a risk to proceed. I would recommend you take the ESADE test and hope to do better there, if GRE is a struggle.