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ESCP MSBA chances in the 3rd round 22 May 2025, 15:32
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So i applied to ESCP's Big data and business analytics program in the 3rd round with these stats:
-Graduated with engineering degree from best uni in Lebanon and second in the middle east
-GPA:3.14, in computer engineering
-Internship as software engineer in a fintech company
-Contract work as test engineer for Telus HEALTH in Canada for 5 months
-Participated in a startup accelerator during last year at uni founded fnb startup and pithed to vc in the us
-Lead of uni's developers club for 1 year
-Member of the handball team for all 4 years
-Model united nations
-I applied with and english exemption because my degree was fully taught in english
-And I am a french-lebanese citizen

I was told they look for diversity when applying to these programs so im not sure if the fact that im french will hurt my application or if my gpa is low because im not sure how competitive the program is, and im not sure how my chances are if im applying in the 3rd round . Any help or insight would be appreciated
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ESCP MSBA chances in the 3rd round 23 May 2025, 06:58
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being french wont hurt your application quite the opposite since you can be hired directly after graduating from it . i encourage you to take a gmat and aim a 710+ score to compensate your low gpa , also in your essays explain why you got low gpa like being busy or a life phase , and your good gmat will not only make you stand out but it will compensate a lot , overall very good application , betawfik!
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ESCP MSBA chances in the 3rd round 23 May 2025, 09:44
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Honestly, you’ve got a solid, well-rounded profile. Your GPA isn’t a dealbreaker, especially with your leadership roles, startup experience, and international exposure. Being French-Lebanese won’t hurt at all! Diversity’s not just about nationality but experience and perspective too. Third round’s a bit tougher, but you’ve got a real shot. Good Luck!! :)
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ESCP MSBA chances in the 3rd round 30 May 2025, 23:42
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Hello kouks21,

The third round is not simple for anyone at any program. However, you have a profile that has its fair share of talking points; hence, we see you have a good chance.

Thanks.

All the best!

kouks21
So i applied to ESCP's Big data and business analytics program in the 3rd round with these stats:
-Graduated with engineering degree from best uni in Lebanon and second in the middle east
-GPA:3.14, in computer engineering
-Internship as software engineer in a fintech company
-Contract work as test engineer for Telus HEALTH in Canada for 5 months
-Participated in a startup accelerator during last year at uni founded fnb startup and pithed to vc in the us
-Lead of uni's developers club for 1 year
-Member of the handball team for all 4 years
-Model united nations
-I applied with and english exemption because my degree was fully taught in english
-And I am a french-lebanese citizen

I was told they look for diversity when applying to these programs so im not sure if the fact that im french will hurt my application or if my gpa is low because im not sure how competitive the program is, and im not sure how my chances are if im applying in the 3rd round . Any help or insight would be appreciated
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