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08 Feb 2025, 22:40
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What is my chances in ISB, IIM AHMEDABAD, IIMK PGPBL, XLRI or BITSOM?
1. I have 4 years as a collateral and capital analyst ( basically 2c out of 4c in mortgage underwriting ) with a US Mortgage KPO. First, I was associated with 1 team and now I have been working in multiple teams - collateral, asset, loan team and customer service team. I have experience in project management and I managed 15 employees under me during different projects. I have experience of Handling international clients. I mentored new joinee in my team as well.
I have worked closely with the developer team to automate the checklist and it increases the efficiency of my team my 25%. I assist in mitigating risk of 900 loans worth millions of dollars monthly. I am helping funding team as well to resolve last-minute urgent challenges regarding loan file related to collateral and capital. It is helping my company to provide the best customer issues.
2. My class 10th Mark is 85% and class 12 mark is 84% and both are from West Bengal state board.
3. My undergraduate was from the University of Calcutta in physics. Marks was 43% - this is very low and this is red flag I know.
3. My 1st MBA was from a Tire 3 business school collaboration with Malayasia University of Science and technology. Total marks is 71%
4. Experience - 4 years already mentioned
5. GMAT score - preparing for GMAT focus - targeting 715-725
6. Desired specialization: Finance
7. Career goals: to join consulting/ product management
8. I was associated with NGO, arranged different programs in college, raised funds, and drew sponsorship
9. Mentored 34+ students in one NGO.
10. did additional course on data analysis from Nasscom
11. connected with Toastmasters.
I am planning to start writing essays as well. Is it practical for me to apply for business school and spend money on this or should I spend money to pursue some certification and move forward. Please advise what is chance in ISB, IIM Ahmedabad, BITSOM and XLRI?
I need an MBA to fulfil my target. So, please suggest if I can do something more to increase my change apart from GMAT.
Please provide your honest opinion.
1. I have 4 years as a collateral and capital analyst ( basically 2c out of 4c in mortgage underwriting ) with a US Mortgage KPO. First, I was associated with 1 team and now I have been working in multiple teams - collateral, asset, loan team and customer service team. I have experience in project management and I managed 15 employees under me during different projects. I have experience of Handling international clients. I mentored new joinee in my team as well.
I have worked closely with the developer team to automate the checklist and it increases the efficiency of my team my 25%. I assist in mitigating risk of 900 loans worth millions of dollars monthly. I am helping funding team as well to resolve last-minute urgent challenges regarding loan file related to collateral and capital. It is helping my company to provide the best customer issues.
2. My class 10th Mark is 85% and class 12 mark is 84% and both are from West Bengal state board.
3. My undergraduate was from the University of Calcutta in physics. Marks was 43% - this is very low and this is red flag I know.
3. My 1st MBA was from a Tire 3 business school collaboration with Malayasia University of Science and technology. Total marks is 71%
4. Experience - 4 years already mentioned
5. GMAT score - preparing for GMAT focus - targeting 715-725
6. Desired specialization: Finance
7. Career goals: to join consulting/ product management
8. I was associated with NGO, arranged different programs in college, raised funds, and drew sponsorship
9. Mentored 34+ students in one NGO.
10. did additional course on data analysis from Nasscom
11. connected with Toastmasters.
I am planning to start writing essays as well. Is it practical for me to apply for business school and spend money on this or should I spend money to pursue some certification and move forward. Please advise what is chance in ISB, IIM Ahmedabad, BITSOM and XLRI?
I need an MBA to fulfil my target. So, please suggest if I can do something more to increase my change apart from GMAT.
Please provide your honest opinion.
09 Feb 2025, 11:00
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Hey bud! Here is some stuff I can highlight:
Strengths
Mortgage & Risk Management Expertise – 4 years in collateral and capital analysis with experience handling multiple teams (collateral, asset, loan, and customer service). Managing risk for 900+ loans monthly is a solid quantifiable impact.
Project Management & Leadership – Managed 15 employees across different projects, worked closely with developers to automate processes that increased team efficiency by 25%, and handled international clients.
Mentorship & Extracurriculars – Mentored 34+ students in an NGO, arranged events, raised funds, and secured sponsorships. Connected with Toastmasters, showing communication skills development.
Finance Focus & Additional Learning – Pursued a Data Analysis course from Nasscom, aligning with finance and risk management.
Issues / Improvement Areas
Low GPA - I absolutely agree with you. 43% would need a huge justification, specifically for IIMs. ISB, XLRI and BiTSOM would not be a big issue because you nullify that with a large work-ex you bring. Going deeper, I think for ISB if you get a 720+ this 43% would be cleared. But for IIMs, it is gonna stay a red flag but through interview and essays we can have a competitive chance.
The 1st MBA - Man, this will require a good story. I was in same situation when I applied for YLP during my Masters. In my case, I cleared it with a strong focus on explaining to them why ISB is needed. So, the strategy would be to be upfront about it and have strong reasons. Believe me, this can be a make-or-break issue for all colleges, so be super clear about it.
I think for your profile, I wont suggest any more stuff that needs to be done. Your focus could be on absolutely crushing your GMAT and then explaining your profile. The GPA can't be changed and I would suggest a subtle approach for it. For the 1st MBA be proactive and a bit adamant about explaining it.
In terms of chances, BitSOM and XLRI would be easy. The others would be a little competitive, specifically IIMs. But, I have a gut feeling they would be appreciative towards you given the diversity you bring.
If you want to dive deeper, drop a DM and I would be happy to help out as much as possible
Good Luck bud!
Strengths
Mortgage & Risk Management Expertise – 4 years in collateral and capital analysis with experience handling multiple teams (collateral, asset, loan, and customer service). Managing risk for 900+ loans monthly is a solid quantifiable impact.
Project Management & Leadership – Managed 15 employees across different projects, worked closely with developers to automate processes that increased team efficiency by 25%, and handled international clients.
Mentorship & Extracurriculars – Mentored 34+ students in an NGO, arranged events, raised funds, and secured sponsorships. Connected with Toastmasters, showing communication skills development.
Finance Focus & Additional Learning – Pursued a Data Analysis course from Nasscom, aligning with finance and risk management.
Issues / Improvement Areas
Low GPA - I absolutely agree with you. 43% would need a huge justification, specifically for IIMs. ISB, XLRI and BiTSOM would not be a big issue because you nullify that with a large work-ex you bring. Going deeper, I think for ISB if you get a 720+ this 43% would be cleared. But for IIMs, it is gonna stay a red flag but through interview and essays we can have a competitive chance.
The 1st MBA - Man, this will require a good story. I was in same situation when I applied for YLP during my Masters. In my case, I cleared it with a strong focus on explaining to them why ISB is needed. So, the strategy would be to be upfront about it and have strong reasons. Believe me, this can be a make-or-break issue for all colleges, so be super clear about it.
I think for your profile, I wont suggest any more stuff that needs to be done. Your focus could be on absolutely crushing your GMAT and then explaining your profile. The GPA can't be changed and I would suggest a subtle approach for it. For the 1st MBA be proactive and a bit adamant about explaining it.
In terms of chances, BitSOM and XLRI would be easy. The others would be a little competitive, specifically IIMs. But, I have a gut feeling they would be appreciative towards you given the diversity you bring.
If you want to dive deeper, drop a DM and I would be happy to help out as much as possible
Good Luck bud!
