Hi there,Don’t worry — a low CGPA with backlogs can be offset if other parts of your profile are strong.
✅ Your 4.5 yrs of work experience + CFA Level 1 are
big positives.
✅ A
good GMAT score (660+) will really help.
✅ You can take an
online quant course (like HBS CORe or Coursera) to show academic readiness.
✅ Use your
essays to explain the low GPA honestly and focus on your growth.
Top B-schools in UK/EU (like Warwick, ESMT, IE, EDHEC) look at the
whole picture, not just grades.
You’re on the right track — keep pushing!
WA@vbv2303
Hi everyone!
I have around 4.5yrs of work ex with a CFA L1 certification.
My Class Xth and XIIth grades were extremely good (above 95% and 93% respectively)
However, my grad CGPA was 6.14 with a few backlogs. This is a negative spot on my profile.
I’m targeting top B-schools in UK and Europe for my MBA.
I would really appreciate some guidance as to what my chances are given I get a good/decent GMAT score (655+).
Also, what all can I do to bridge the gap caused by my college GPA and backlogs?
Any help/guidance would be highly appreciated.
Thanks!