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01 Nov 2016, 06:47
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Dear experts,
I'm 24 years old, got a degree in humanites with 3.7 gpa (first class honour and rank 3rd of the class) 1 year exchange in US. at North Carolina State University
and...
- since I was in high school, I wrote a few books (novel) and get them published. So far I have 13 books published, a few of which made to top 50 of my country chart. I was a consultant for my publisher in one of their annual contests also.
- 1.5 year full time professional experience as a marketing in an international tech startup company (with 1 promotion). It would be 2 years by the time school starts.
- along the side of my full-time experience, I also helped out with family business. We do fashion and I initiated rebranding the 20 year-old brand we have and sold the products online.
- GMAT 650 - I will retake but it's my 3rd attempt already. I'm pretty nervous.
With writing experience, I have 5 years experience but I doubt if they would count as I was doing it along with my study although it's completely professional and I got paid the same rate as those who do full time. I think that labeling it as part time might devalue the experience but I do understand that it's not weighted as heavily as professional after graduating experience.
My goal is to start my own business that is also content related.
I'm applying for the top schools in Canada (Rotman, Ivey, Sauder,etc) and also some of the top schools in Asia. (NUS, NTU)
I have 2 questions
1. Do I have any chance to get into the schools of my goal? I know that my gmat and years of experience are a bit below average for some of the schools I'm applying. I think my diversity (woman-art-from Sounteast Asia) should be a plus on my application but I'm not quite sure how I should put all the things together.
2. Worst case is to change my target schools or apply next year. Do you have any suggestions for schools I should consider?
Thank you so much and may god bless anyone who has read through here. I wish you a happy day.
Sent from my SM-N900 using GMAT Club Forum mobile app
I'm 24 years old, got a degree in humanites with 3.7 gpa (first class honour and rank 3rd of the class) 1 year exchange in US. at North Carolina State University
and...
- since I was in high school, I wrote a few books (novel) and get them published. So far I have 13 books published, a few of which made to top 50 of my country chart. I was a consultant for my publisher in one of their annual contests also.
- 1.5 year full time professional experience as a marketing in an international tech startup company (with 1 promotion). It would be 2 years by the time school starts.
- along the side of my full-time experience, I also helped out with family business. We do fashion and I initiated rebranding the 20 year-old brand we have and sold the products online.
- GMAT 650 - I will retake but it's my 3rd attempt already. I'm pretty nervous.
With writing experience, I have 5 years experience but I doubt if they would count as I was doing it along with my study although it's completely professional and I got paid the same rate as those who do full time. I think that labeling it as part time might devalue the experience but I do understand that it's not weighted as heavily as professional after graduating experience.
My goal is to start my own business that is also content related.
I'm applying for the top schools in Canada (Rotman, Ivey, Sauder,etc) and also some of the top schools in Asia. (NUS, NTU)
I have 2 questions
1. Do I have any chance to get into the schools of my goal? I know that my gmat and years of experience are a bit below average for some of the schools I'm applying. I think my diversity (woman-art-from Sounteast Asia) should be a plus on my application but I'm not quite sure how I should put all the things together.
2. Worst case is to change my target schools or apply next year. Do you have any suggestions for schools I should consider?
Thank you so much and may god bless anyone who has read through here. I wish you a happy day.
Sent from my SM-N900 using GMAT Club Forum mobile app
01 Nov 2016, 11:49
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Dear experts,
I'm 24 years old, got a degree in humanites with 3.7 gpa (first class honour and rank 3rd of the class) 1 year exchange in US. at North Carolina State University
and...
- since I was in high school, I wrote a few books (novel) and get them published. So far I have 13 books published, a few of which made to top 50 of my country chart. I was a consultant for my publisher in one of their annual contests also.
- 1.5 year full time professional experience as a marketing in an international tech startup company (with 1 promotion). It would be 2 years by the time school starts.
- along the side of my full-time experience, I also helped out with family business. We do fashion and I initiated rebranding the 20 year-old brand we have and sold the products online.
- GMAT 650 - I will retake but it's my 3rd attempt already. I'm pretty nervous.
With writing experience, I have 5 years experience but I doubt if they would count as I was doing it along with my study although it's completely professional and I got paid the same rate as those who do full time. I think that labeling it as part time might devalue the experience but I do understand that it's not weighted as heavily as professional after graduating experience.
My goal is to start my own business that is also content related.
I'm applying for the top schools in Canada (Rotman, Ivey, Sauder,etc) and also some of the top schools in Asia. (NUS, NTU)
I have 2 questions
1. Do I have any chance to get into the schools of my goal? I know that my gmat and years of experience are a bit below average for some of the schools I'm applying. I think my diversity (woman-art-from Sounteast Asia) should be a plus on my application but I'm not quite sure how I should put all the things together.
2. Worst case is to change my target schools or apply next year. Do you have any suggestions for schools I should consider?
Thank you so much and may god bless anyone who has read through here. I wish you a happy day.
Sent from my SM-N900 using GMAT Club Forum mobile app
I'm 24 years old, got a degree in humanites with 3.7 gpa (first class honour and rank 3rd of the class) 1 year exchange in US. at North Carolina State University
and...
- since I was in high school, I wrote a few books (novel) and get them published. So far I have 13 books published, a few of which made to top 50 of my country chart. I was a consultant for my publisher in one of their annual contests also.
- 1.5 year full time professional experience as a marketing in an international tech startup company (with 1 promotion). It would be 2 years by the time school starts.
- along the side of my full-time experience, I also helped out with family business. We do fashion and I initiated rebranding the 20 year-old brand we have and sold the products online.
- GMAT 650 - I will retake but it's my 3rd attempt already. I'm pretty nervous.
With writing experience, I have 5 years experience but I doubt if they would count as I was doing it along with my study although it's completely professional and I got paid the same rate as those who do full time. I think that labeling it as part time might devalue the experience but I do understand that it's not weighted as heavily as professional after graduating experience.
My goal is to start my own business that is also content related.
I'm applying for the top schools in Canada (Rotman, Ivey, Sauder,etc) and also some of the top schools in Asia. (NUS, NTU)
I have 2 questions
1. Do I have any chance to get into the schools of my goal? I know that my gmat and years of experience are a bit below average for some of the schools I'm applying. I think my diversity (woman-art-from Sounteast Asia) should be a plus on my application but I'm not quite sure how I should put all the things together.
2. Worst case is to change my target schools or apply next year. Do you have any suggestions for schools I should consider?
Thank you so much and may god bless anyone who has read through here. I wish you a happy day.
Sent from my SM-N900 using GMAT Club Forum mobile app
Hi nnmn
- You certainly do bring in diversity and that will help. The publications you have will certainly count as well and get you a lot of credit.
- We understand that you have already taken the GMAT plenty of times now, but if you can raise that score by 30-40 points, you will be doing yourself a huge favor. Your academics and professional experience look decent, so the GMAT may play the spoiler here.
- If you can prepare good apps (writing is in fact your forte!), Sauder and Schulich in Canada could be doable. Ivey and Rotman will be stretches, but still possibilities. In Asia, NUS will be iffy with your current GMAT, while NTU could be possible.
Hope this helps. Feel free to come back with more queries as needed.
01 Nov 2016, 16:38
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Thanks for sharing.
You have a very interesting profile, your writing experiences and accomplishments would certainly help. Research about the target schools, show how you would fit and contribute as a part of the student and alumni community.
With your writing background, I believe you will be able to present strong applications to your target programs.
Regarding the GMAT, getting a higher score would help. If you are unable to do so, you may play up more analytical and quantitative responsibilities, such as handling budgets, doing feasibility studies, or excelling in quant courses.
Wish you all the best and looking forward to your updates!
You have a very interesting profile, your writing experiences and accomplishments would certainly help. Research about the target schools, show how you would fit and contribute as a part of the student and alumni community.
With your writing background, I believe you will be able to present strong applications to your target programs.
Regarding the GMAT, getting a higher score would help. If you are unable to do so, you may play up more analytical and quantitative responsibilities, such as handling budgets, doing feasibility studies, or excelling in quant courses.
Wish you all the best and looking forward to your updates!
