GMAT score req for an Indian Male with an avg undegrad score & work ex

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Hi

I am in need of some experienced or expert advice.

I am an Indian Male with a commerce background. My undergrad score is 60% from a middle-tier college and I have 3+ years of work experience as the operations manager with Indian E-Commerce Startups.

I am targeting the top 30 US Schools for a full-time MBA preferably in the operations management field.

It would be great if someone could tell me what kind of GMAT scores should I be targeting and if such a target is achievable given my average background.

If you are or know anyone who has gotten themselves into a good US college with a similar background and wouldn't mind giving 10 to 15 mins of your time to answer a few questions then do let me know, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Admissionado · Answer

AvijitDhankar : Great thinking to post here - this is a helpful community. For the top US schools for a male Indian candidate, you really do need to clear 700 to even have a shot. Truth be told, a 730 or higher is what you need for the GMAT to be a "feather in your cap." Anything less than that, the GMAT becomes a handicap or something that has to be outweighed (even slightly) by other components of your profile. Of course, there's a huge range within the Top 15 and the Top 30, so you don't have to look at this score as so black and white. Is a 700 or 730+ something you think you can achieve? Like many of my colleagues here, we offer free consultations, however those are really geared for applicants who are considering becoming clients and not just general inquiries - you only get one with us! Please reach out if appropriate. https://admissionado.com/free-consultation/

GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Consider checking out the class GMAT averages (and GMAT scores of admits with similar backgrounds) of the schools you're interested in.

3Storms · Answer

Hi AvijitDhankar

A lot depends on your specific work experience and in particular leadership experience / exposure. The stronger that is, the more your GMAT can tend towards the average for the targeted program. That being said, the lower undergrad GPA puts more burden on the GMAT to demonstrate you can handle the academic intensity of a top MBA program (especially in quant). You need at least one area of clear strength if you aim for top schools -- a top GMAT score above 730 fits that role well.

MBAandBeyond · Answer

Hi AvijitDhankar , Thank you for sharing your profile. For US schools, you should aim to score 730+ to maximize your chances. MIT and Ross are excellent choices for operations management in the United States. A lot will be determined by your overall profile and your ability to articulate key USPs. If you’d like, we are happy to discuss your profile in length, answer any of your concerns and shortlist b-schools for you. Feel free to book a free session with us as per your convenience. Cheers! Neha Hadke Profile Analyst & Channel Manager, MBA and Beyond Testimonials Email: neha@mbaandbeyond.com

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hello  AvijitDhankar ,

Apologies for the delayed response but we hope this finds you in time still.

Considering your low undergrad score, you must look at a score upwards of 730 to target the schools ranked between US top ~16 to US top ~30.

That said, no score can guarantee an interview call or admit, as a lot depends on your overall profile and how well the same is articulated through your essays.

All the best!

GMAT score req for an Indian Male with an avg undegrad score & work ex

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