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Hello All, Please provide your suggestion.
I usually was a good student during my class 10th and 12th. I scored around 85% in both class 10th and 12th from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 respectively. 85% score from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 can be considered as good marks.
As a result i got admission in a top tier college after my 12th in physics hons under Calcutta University. Frankly speaking It was going well and i ended up.my first year with 1st class. Again getting 1st class from Calcutta University can be considered as a decent marks. My dream was to do an MBA from a top tier college after graduation.
I don't know what went wrong , things didn't work properly from 2nd year. I used to do hard work. But unfortunately in 2nd year and 3 year i got very less marks. Total marks become only 45% in graduation. As a result i couldn't take take because I am not eligible. I took admission in a local MBA college. Again I saw thing is working correctly and i got placed with a decent package. I am proud to say that i got placed at my first interview only. I ended up MBA with a score 71%. Currently I am working in a US mortgage company as a risk analyst. So my profile become like below
10th marks : 85.85%
12th marks : 85%
Graduation: 45%
1st MBA: 71%
Work ex : 2.5 years
But yes I am not satisfied yet as i couldn't study from a top tier college. I am now planing to take GMAT and targeting ISB, BITSOM as eligibility criteria is not there.
Is it possible to get into this college if i can score 720 in GMAT? IIM was my dream but i couldn't reach there. I need to reach ISB by hook or by crook. Please let me know.
Extremely sorry for posting this long story.🙏🙏

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Hey, Diganta.

Hope all is well. Though ISB doesn't have a set threshold for CGPA when it comes to admitting PGP candidates who are applying when they have more than 24 months of work-ex (normal PGP route), but a <50% in college tangibly hampers your chances. Therefore, I would recommend getting a higher than 720 score in the GMAT, to compensate for low academics in college. Also, your essays will be very crucial since this would be your second MBA, so ensure that you spend enough time in stitching around a compelling narrative behind the WHY for a second MBA and also work-ex related achievements. Intent should be to do everything possible to overshadow the UG academics. You do have a chance since this would be your second MBA, but you need to play your cards right with respect to a solid GMAT and well-crafted essays. Thanks and all the best!

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Hello All, Please provide your suggestion.
I usually was a good student during my class 10th and 12th. I scored around 85% in both class 10th and 12th from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 respectively. 85% score from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 can be considered as good marks.
As a result i got admission in a top tier college after my 12th in physics hons under Calcutta University. Frankly speaking It was going well and i ended up.my first year with 1st class. Again getting 1st class from Calcutta University can be considered as a decent marks. My dream was to do an MBA from a top tier college after graduation.
I don't know what went wrong , things didn't work properly from 2nd year. I used to do hard work. But unfortunately in 2nd year and 3 year i got very less marks. Total marks become only 45% in graduation. As a result i couldn't take take because I am not eligible. I took admission in a local MBA college. Again I saw thing is working correctly and i got placed with a decent package. I am proud to say that i got placed at my first interview only. I ended up MBA with a score 71%. Currently I am working in a US mortgage company as a risk analyst. So my profile become like below
10th marks : 85.85%
12th marks : 85%
Graduation: 45%
1st MBA: 71%
Work ex : 2.5 years
But yes I am not satisfied yet as i couldn't study from a top tier college. I am now planing to take GMAT and targeting ISB, BITSOM as eligibility criteria is not there.
Is it possible to get into this college if i can score 720 in GMAT? IIM was my dream but i couldn't reach there. I need to reach ISB by hook or by crook. Please let me know.
Extremely sorry for posting this long story.🙏🙏

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Hello Digenta,

I am sorry to hear about all this. Am sure that you will do very well. Basically as an Indian you have 2 possibilities in India

CAT: IIM
GRE/GMAT: ISB

You can also try to apply to non-Indian MBAs. Given yir profile I would suggest:

Singapore: SMU, NTU, SMU
Europe: Oxford, Cambridge, ESADE, ESMT, Bocconi, ESSEC...
US: Boston University, Georgetown, Indiana, Emory...

Most Indian students get loans using Prodigy Finance and have no pb financing for their MBA.

Have you heard of Prodigy Finance?

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With a high GMAT score, you can offset the low Grad scores. The application should strongly emphasize on the profile strengths. All the Best.
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Hello diganta.banerjee

If you score an above average GMAT score (say a 720+) that should help compensate for the lower scores during graduation.
However, also keep in the mind that academic potential (measured via your past scores, GMAT and the strength of your degree/university) is just one piece of the puzzle. You will have to also focus on the following (around which we have very limited information).
1) Work Ex- Years of work ex, companies/roles work in, career progression, achievements and how you present the entire story will decide the strength of this aspect.
2) Diversity- what unique qualities or traits that you get (via work ex, life experiences or extracurricular activities) that will help you add value to the experience of your batch mates inside and outside the classroom.
3) Career goals- what are your long term and short term career goals, what is your personal motivation behind these goals, and how will ISB act as a stepping stone to help you achieve said goals. What are your target roles/companies post MBA. ISB is looking for leaders with clear and realistic vision of their career who are ready to invest a significant amount of time, effort and money in the pursuit of such goals. In your specific case, also be prepared to answer why second MBA and why now (2.5 years into your career).

A combination of the above will decide whether you will have a strong chance.

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Hello All, Please provide your suggestion.
I usually was a good student during my class 10th and 12th. I scored around 85% in both class 10th and 12th from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 respectively. 85% score from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 can be considered as good marks.
As a result i got admission in a top tier college after my 12th in physics hons under Calcutta University. Frankly speaking It was going well and i ended up.my first year with 1st class. Again getting 1st class from Calcutta University can be considered as a decent marks. My dream was to do an MBA from a top tier college after graduation.
I don't know what went wrong , things didn't work properly from 2nd year. I used to do hard work. But unfortunately in 2nd year and 3 year i got very less marks. Total marks become only 45% in graduation. As a result i couldn't take take because I am not eligible. I took admission in a local MBA college. Again I saw thing is working correctly and i got placed with a decent package. I am proud to say that i got placed at my first interview only. I ended up MBA with a score 71%. Currently I am working in a US mortgage company as a risk analyst. So my profile become like below
10th marks : 85.85%
12th marks : 85%
Graduation: 45%
1st MBA: 71%
Work ex : 2.5 years
But yes I am not satisfied yet as i couldn't study from a top tier college. I am now planing to take GMAT and targeting ISB, BITSOM as eligibility criteria is not there.
Is it possible to get into this college if i can score 720 in GMAT? IIM was my dream but i couldn't reach there. I need to reach ISB by hook or by crook. Please let me know.
Extremely sorry for posting this long story.🙏🙏

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Dear diganta.banerjee,

Investing in a 2nd MBA is a decision that a lot of professionals take due to goals including and not limited to change in function, industry, location – one or more of these 3. You will need to craft your application in such a manner that the message of “change” gets highlighted and not aspects like a better brand etc. You can get some ideas from the blog: https://www.crackadmission.com/2nd-mba- ... u-get-one/

Below is our evaluation of your profile:

Academics: Below Average; you will need a GMAT score in excess of 710 to compensate your below par academic record. Would suggest to address this topic head on in the application instead of trying to cover up (I was doing well in X semester, but couldn’t do well in X+1/2 semester etc. etc.)

Work Experience: Average; while you stated that you are working as a Risk Analyst in a US Mortgage company, you haven’t stated the scope of your responsibilities and the growth you have had in your career. From an admission’s committee’s POV, those are the two most important aspects while they evaluate your professional fitment to the cohort.

Extra-Curriculars: Can’t comment due to lack of information from your side. However, do note that unique ECs demonstrate to the ad com that you have a multi-dimensional personality and that often is a proxy that you will be a good cultural fit to the school.

I am an ISB alum, CO15, and have been guiding applicants for several years now successfully get into top global Business Schools. Feel free to reach out to me to seek professional help once you are ready to start with your applications.

Cheers and all the very Best
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Hello All, Please provide your suggestion.
I usually was a good student during my class 10th and 12th. I scored around 85% in both class 10th and 12th from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 respectively. 85% score from West Bengal board in 2013 and 2015 can be considered as good marks.
As a result i got admission in a top tier college after my 12th in physics hons under Calcutta University. Frankly speaking It was going well and i ended up.my first year with 1st class. Again getting 1st class from Calcutta University can be considered as a decent marks. My dream was to do an MBA from a top tier college after graduation.
I don't know what went wrong , things didn't work properly from 2nd year. I used to do hard work. But unfortunately in 2nd year and 3 year i got very less marks. Total marks become only 45% in graduation. As a result i couldn't take take because I am not eligible. I took admission in a local MBA college. Again I saw thing is working correctly and i got placed with a decent package. I am proud to say that i got placed at my first interview only. I ended up MBA with a score 71%. Currently I am working in a US mortgage company as a risk analyst. So my profile become like below
10th marks : 85.85%
12th marks : 85%
Graduation: 45%
1st MBA: 71%
Work ex : 2.5 years
But yes I am not satisfied yet as i couldn't study from a top tier college. I am now planing to take GMAT and targeting ISB, BITSOM as eligibility criteria is not there.
Is it possible to get into this college if i can score 720 in GMAT? IIM was my dream but i couldn't reach there. I need to reach ISB by hook or by crook. Please let me know.
Extremely sorry for posting this long story.🙏🙏

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Hi diganta.banerjee,

Given your low GPA, scoring a 720+ on the GMAT is definitely required. However, GMAT score alone is not the sole deciding factor, and admission committees will take a lot more into account when evaluating your profile. Other components such as your work experience, achievements, leadership potential, essays, letters of recommendation, and interview performance will also be considered. So, you need to portray your strengths and spike factors through these areas.

Regarding your low GPA, you need to address it honestly in your application. Explain any challenges or difficulties you faced during that period and how you have learned and grown from those experiences. Your MBA will help offset the low GPA to an extent. You need to focus on creating a compelling narrative that brings out your accomplishments and strengths and explains you goals and need for the second MBA clearly.

For a more detailed 1-1 strategy session, please write to contactus@admitexpert.com or fill the form at http://www.admitexpert.com

Good luck!