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I'm a GEM WITH 6/6/6 Across my 10th,12th, Graduation. with 4 years of experience across sales B2C, B2B

I've got promoted twice in my first B2C company, where I was selling educational courses and during 2 years, I was leading a team of 15 people.

Post that I've been working in SaaS companies as an ICP for Founder's Office and SDR role-building startups from scratch and help them reach 1m$ to 10m$

I've been involved in leader clubs across sponsorship, management, and literature during my college days, and I have won certificates in literature and design during my college years.

I've also completed a paid internship under my college's CEO, advertising and business development for my university during those four years and paid my fees off through it.

I've also done a few more internships during my engineering days across business development, designing.



I've started studying for GMAT and planning to get into one year MBA program in India only. What are my chances? What type of GMAT Score should I be chasing?
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I've started studying for GMAT and planning to get into one year MBA program in India only. What are my chances? What type of GMAT Score should I be chasing?
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Hi lakshaya7,

There's no one answer here, but if you're aiming for a top school like ISB, I generally recommend applying with at least a 645. This is not to say that a lower score couldn't work, or that 645 is any kind of guarantee.

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I'm a GEM WITH 6/6/6 Across my 10th,12th, Graduation. with 4 years of experience across sales B2C, B2B

I've got promoted twice in my first B2C company, where I was selling educational courses and during 2 years, I was leading a team of 15 people.

Post that I've been working in SaaS companies as an ICP for Founder's Office and SDR role-building startups from scratch and help them reach 1m$ to 10m$

I've been involved in leader clubs across sponsorship, management, and literature during my college days, and I have won certificates in literature and design during my college years.

I've also completed a paid internship under my college's CEO, advertising and business development for my university during those four years and paid my fees off through it.

I've also done a few more internships during my engineering days across business development, designing.


I've started studying for GMAT and planning to get into one year MBA program in India only. What are my chances? What type of GMAT Score should I be chasing?
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Hi lakshaya7,


Your profile presents a strong foundation with a combination of academic excellence, impressive work experience, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Here's a breakdown:

Strengths:

Excellent Academics: Your consistent academic performance across 10th, 12th, and graduation demonstrates a strong academic foundation.
Strong Work Experience: 4 years of experience in sales, including leading a team and contributing to significant revenue growth, is a significant asset.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Your involvement in various entrepreneurial ventures, including your work at your college and your current role, showcases your initiative, drive, and ability to take ownership.
Leadership Experience: Your leadership roles in college and your experience leading a team in your previous role demonstrate your leadership and management skills.

Aim for a GMAT score in the 700-720+ range to significantly improve your chances of admission to top schools like ISB and more.

Be mindful of application deadlines for your target schools. By focusing on these areas and leveraging your strengths, you can significantly increase your chances of admission to top-tier MBA programs.

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Hello lakshaya7,

No score will guarantee anything; however, if you are looking for a reasonable chance, you should aim for a score in excess of 655 on the GMAT; needless to say, the higher, the better.

All the best!
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I'm a GEM WITH 6/6/6 Across my 10th,12th, Graduation. with 4 years of experience across sales B2C, B2B

I've got promoted twice in my first B2C company, where I was selling educational courses and during 2 years, I was leading a team of 15 people.

Post that I've been working in SaaS companies as an ICP for Founder's Office and SDR role-building startups from scratch and help them reach 1m$ to 10m$

I've been involved in leader clubs across sponsorship, management, and literature during my college days, and I have won certificates in literature and design during my college years.

I've also completed a paid internship under my college's CEO, advertising and business development for my university during those four years and paid my fees off through it.

I've also done a few more internships during my engineering days across business development, designing.



I've started studying for GMAT and planning to get into one year MBA program in India only. What are my chances? What type of GMAT Score should I be chasing?
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I'm a GEM WITH 6/6/6 Across my 10th,12th, Graduation. with 4 years of experience across sales B2C, B2B

I've got promoted twice in my first B2C company, where I was selling educational courses and during 2 years, I was leading a team of 15 people.

Post that I've been working in SaaS companies as an ICP for Founder's Office and SDR role-building startups from scratch and help them reach 1m$ to 10m$

I've been involved in leader clubs across sponsorship, management, and literature during my college days, and I have won certificates in literature and design during my college years.

I've also completed a paid internship under my college's CEO, advertising and business development for my university during those four years and paid my fees off through it.

I've also done a few more internships during my engineering days across business development, designing.



I've started studying for GMAT and planning to get into one year MBA program in India only. What are my chances? What type of GMAT Score should I be chasing?
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Hey ! You profile has good leadership, sales, and startup experience, making you a decent candidate for one-year MBA programs in India. However, try to aim for a 720+ GMAT to stay competitive. Clearly defining your post-MBA goals and strengthening leadership beyond work (mentoring, impact initiatives) will further enhance your profile. With a strong GMAT and well-crafted application, ISB and other schools shall be within reach. All the very best!
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Hey, Wanted to ask do you mean a 720+ as per GMAT or GMAT FE?
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I'm a GEM WITH 6/6/6 Across my 10th,12th, Graduation. with 4 years of experience across sales B2C, B2B

I've got promoted twice in my first B2C company, where I was selling educational courses and during 2 years, I was leading a team of 15 people.

Post that I've been working in SaaS companies as an ICP for Founder's Office and SDR role-building startups from scratch and help them reach 1m$ to 10m$

I've been involved in leader clubs across sponsorship, management, and literature during my college days, and I have won certificates in literature and design during my college years.

I've also completed a paid internship under my college's CEO, advertising and business development for my university during those four years and paid my fees off through it.

I've also done a few more internships during my engineering days across business development, designing.



I've started studying for GMAT and planning to get into one year MBA program in India only. What are my chances? What type of GMAT Score should I be chasing?
Hey ! You profile has good leadership, sales, and startup experience, making you a decent candidate for one-year MBA programs in India. However, try to aim for a 720+ GMAT to stay competitive. Clearly defining your post-MBA goals and strengthening leadership beyond work (mentoring, impact initiatives) will further enhance your profile. With a strong GMAT and well-crafted application, ISB and other schools shall be within reach. All the very best!
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A 675 on the GMAT FE is borderline respectable IMO, for younger MBA candidates.
Since you have completed four years of experience, I would recommend ISB (which is better suited given your age and experience) and IIM A PGPX as top options.

I do have a comment or two about your work experience. If you have worked in two diverse industries, highlight in your essays an immersive understanding of market dynamics, competition, and the value proposition for the customer base. Showcase the nuances of these industries and how you had to think on your feet during your SDR and ICP stints. What did you learn while creating product-market fit?

Don't miss the opportunity to highlight your fast learning ability, team-building skills, and how you combined technical prowess with a vision for the company's business. Most startups have a flat job hierarchy, which limits growth opportunities when founders occupy the top positions. You didnt mention post MBA goals but schools will understand if someone might want to transition from a startup to a Fortune 500 company, especially if they are still developing their future plans. An MBA provides the brand support for this transition.

Your startup experience is actually a major advantage, as you rarely work in just one role. You can showcase the breadth of experience you gained in a short time and emphasize the strategic and immediate impact you had on the organization.

Also, don't get carried away by percentage increases in revenue for the startup. Instead, focus on projects where your impact had a direct correlation with the project's outcome. Success stories backed with facts will be key to converting the admits. If the organizations you worked for are relatively less known or haven’t been in the best shape since your tenure, you may need to aim a bit higher on the GMAT. B-schools often consider an organization's growth as an indicator of your potential.
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INSEAD: How do you pitch your professional experience in applications? : INSEAD

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I'm a GEM WITH 6/6/6 Across my 10th,12th, Graduation. with 4 years of experience across sales B2C, B2B

I've got promoted twice in my first B2C company, where I was selling educational courses and during 2 years, I was leading a team of 15 people.

Post that I've been working in SaaS companies as an ICP for Founder's Office and SDR role-building startups from scratch and help them reach 1m$ to 10m$

I've been involved in leader clubs across sponsorship, management, and literature during my college days, and I have won certificates in literature and design during my college years.

I've also completed a paid internship under my college's CEO, advertising and business development for my university during those four years and paid my fees off through it.

I've also done a few more internships during my engineering days across business development, designing.



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Hey, Wanted to ask do you mean a 720+ as per GMAT or GMAT FE?
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Hey ! So the scores that end with a "0" are GMAT classic scores and the scores that end with a "5" are Focus edition scores.

(Minimum score)665 FE is equivalent to 720 classic.

You can take a look at this: https://gmatclub.com/forum/gmat-focus-t ... 19508.html OR the GMAC score table.










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profile has good leadership
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Good profile All the best
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