How to apply in ISB

Question

Hi,

I got 680 in GMAT. I have sent my score to ISB(via GMAT exam).

How do I know the school has received the score?

How will I know if my score is good enough for ISB?

What is the procedure to apply to the school?

Thanks

MBAkarma · Answer

Hello paridhiprasad

If you have sent the score to ISB on the date of GMAT test or after, the school will receive it.
You will get the confirmation in a few days, you can check the same by logging on to the GMAT website.

Coming to that part whether score is good enough will depend on your overall profile- Acads+FutureGoals+Diversity+WorkEx.
Now in the absence of other factors it is impossible to say whether the score is good. There are people who are accepted at 650 (but other parts of their profile are really strong) and there are people who are rejected at 740. The average score is ~710, so a high score helps but does not guarantee admission. I can tell more only after knowing about you.

The procedure to apply is simple, after submitting the score you should now start working on the written application. This will include your future goals, why you wish to study an MBA, why you wish to join ISB, your background, Letters of recommendation etc. The R1 deadline is mid Sep.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

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paridhiprasad

Hi,

I got 680 in GMAT. I have sent my score to ISB(via GMAT exam).

How do I know the school has received the score?

How will I know if my score is good enough for ISB?

What is the procedure to apply to the school?

Thanks

paridhiprasad · Answer

Thank you so much for your reply.

I want to take a re-attempt. I have already given twice.

CAT 1 : 10-12-16 ; Score :520
CAT 2 : 24-05-18 ; Score :680

I want to submit my app on R1. Can I plan to take my re-attempt by mid of Aug?

MBAkarma · Answer

Hello paridhiprasad

Although a good score (720+) is always recommended, without knowing more about you Paridhi, I'm not sure if I would advice a re-attempt.
Also mid Aug might be too late for R1. This is because a good application can take 4-6 weeks if you start from scratch. So you will be diluting the quality of your written application if you rush it.
In short-good idea to retake the GMAT but only if you are 100% sure of improving the score by at least 30-40 points.
If not, you rather spend your energy on building a strong application.

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paridhiprasad

Thank you so much for your reply.

I want to take a re-attempt. I have already given twice.

CAT 1 : 10-12-16 ; Score :520
CAT 2 : 24-05-18 ; Score :680

I want to submit my app on R1. Can I plan to take my re-attempt by mid of Aug?

ABatExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hi paridhiprasad , 680 is on the lower side for ISB, especially if you have a conventional profile that in no way separates you from the remaining applicant pool. Hence, to give you a more holistic review, we request you to share your profile details with us. While you can technically take the GMAT in mid-August, it is recommended that you do so slightly earlier so you have plenty of time to prepare a strong application for ISB (Of course, it goes without saying that you need to feel completely ready before taking the exam

) Writing essays, defining career goals, and deliberating on ones's strengths takes time and it is best if you have some quality time for your application. This, of course, is only possible if you are done with the GMAT. All the best!

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