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I would be really grateful if somebody can help me with this:

10th (ICSE) - 89.6%
12th (HSC) - 75.38%
B.TECH (IT) - 71.37% [Not IITs & NITs]

GMAT - 770 [Q50,V46]

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33 Months fulltime + 6 months Part-Time in an established Startup
Promotions each year, and indirectly managing a team
Lead multiple initiatives

Extra-Curricular
- College Fest Head
- Sponsorship Head IT Council
- NGO Work [Minor]


Hello Maximus1997 , on a first glance basis I see your profile has several good aspects- decent academics, a stellar GMAT score, number of years of work experience, and a part-time startup experience. However, this is not enough to be able to analyze your prospects objectively.

ISB looks for signs of growth, leadership potential, and diversity factor in applicants. Do you have a narrative that could convince ISB to give the next vacant seat to you? How are you different from thousands of engineers who apply to ISB every year? Are you a go-getter, a self-starter, or someone who got fast-tracked at your company due to your exceptional stakeholder management skills? Leverage anecdotes from your professional life to demonstrate your leadership skills. Show that you motivated teams to expedite projects and deliver desired results, resolved conflicts with strong persuasive skills, influenced senior management's decisions with your keen observations and insights and generated value for your team and company as a whole. Show bias for action and logical decision making capabilities.


Your stint with the NGO could be a great conversation starter and highlight your motivation to bring about a positive change in society through your work. Think of stories from your formative years where you took responsibility (perhaps at home or in your community), demonstrated leadership skills, and created value for people around you. How would this passion of yours connect with your goals in life, or midterm and long-term career goals? You must also tie your post MBA career goals very conscientiously to the career trajectory you have followed so far. If you are able to tell a great story and articulate your strong motivation for doing the MBA (why ISB and why now), you could stand a chance at making it.

If you wish to seek professional guidance on your application strategy do reach out.

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I would be really grateful if somebody can help me with this:

10th (ICSE) - 89.6%
12th (HSC) - 75.38%
B.TECH (IT) - 71.37% [Not IITs & NITs]

GMAT - 770 [Q50,V46]

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Promotions each year, and indirectly managing a team
Lead multiple initiatives

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- College Fest Head
- Sponsorship Head IT Council
- NGO Work [Minor]

Hello Maximus1997,

Hope this finds you well.

You have a great profile and stand a strong chance of making it into ISB.

Your focus should completely be on building a strong narrative that does justice to your overall profile especially your achievements and leadership experience. Needless to say, having a set of goals that align well with your existing experience is going to be important.

All the best!
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Can someone please evaluate my profile: trying for ISB this year
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XII (Comm): 83.08
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Employed at Ogilvy as a senior account exec (Brands handled - FMCG, a major electronics retailer, A renowned BFSI brand, a big home painting brand, was employed at a nationally acclaimed agency before Ogilvy where I got a promotion)
Above average extra curricular in a top 10 college with research paper publications and awards in writing (published author with over 30K followers on IG)
Target GMAT score: 700-750 (scoring 650 in my mocks at the moment)

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Hi Everyone,

I'd be really grateful if someone could help evaluate my profile here. Planning to apply to ISB this year.

Educational background:
10th: 9.8 CGPA
12th: 96%
Graduation (Bcom Hons Hansraj College): 73%
GMAT: 710
Professional Certification: CPA- Certified Public Accountant
Also hold a Post Graduate Diploma in International Business from IGNOU

Workex as of March 31, 2022:3.5+ Years

Worked as External auditor for 3 years with Deloitte and Crowe. Currently working as an Internal Auditor with Nokia. Planning to transition to a consulting role so will have a few months of consulting experience before application submission.

Post MBA Goals: Targetting Consulting Roles

Extra Curriculars: Semi Finalist of NDTV comedy hunt, founder of Delhi University's first Stan-up comedy society and festival,regular performer at poetry open mics.

Please help me understand if I should look to strengthen any particular aspects like GMAT or anything.

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Above average extra curricular in a top 10 college with research paper publications and awards in writing (published author with over 30K followers on IG)
Target GMAT score: 700-750 (scoring 650 in my mocks at the moment)

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Hello coogmat,

Hope this finds you well.

Your chances will depend mostly on how well you score on the GMAT and how well you portray your achievements, qualities, and career goals through the essays. As of now, your post does not provide us with details pertaining to your goals.

At this point, focus purely on scoring within your target range; the higher the better. Your mock scores reveal that you have some ground to cover before you get there. Once the GMAT is out of the way, focus completely on building a narrative wherein your experience and goals are aligned.

The following video will help:

https://www.expertsglobal.com/how-to-wr ... plications

Good luck!
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Employed at Ogilvy as a senior account exec (Brands handled - FMCG, a major electronics retailer, A renowned BFSI brand, a big home painting brand, was employed at a nationally acclaimed agency before Ogilvy where I got a promotion)
Above average extra curricular in a top 10 college with research paper publications and awards in writing (published author with over 30K followers on IG)
Target GMAT score: 700-750 (scoring 650 in my mocks at the moment)

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Hi coogmat , I agree with the previous comment. Your profile does not seemingly have any weak points, but it does not have any exceptional aspects either. A strong GMAT score (730+) will definitely improve your chances. If you portray your career progression and achievements well, your background in advertising, marketing/ PR can help you to stand out in a large pool of applicants. Reflect fairly on your career decisions and align your future goals accordingly.

If you wish to seek professional guidance on your application strategy do reach out.
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I'd be really grateful if someone could help evaluate my profile here. Planning to apply to ISB this year.

Educational background:
10th: 9.8 CGPA
12th: 96%
Graduation (Bcom Hons Hansraj College): 73%
GMAT: 710
Professional Certification: CPA- Certified Public Accountant
Also hold a Post Graduate Diploma in International Business from IGNOU

Workex as of March 31, 2022:3.5+ Years

Worked as External auditor for 3 years with Deloitte and Crowe. Currently working as an Internal Auditor with Nokia. Planning to transition to a consulting role so will have a few months of consulting experience before application submission.

Post MBA Goals: Targetting Consulting Roles

Extra Curriculars: Semi Finalist of NDTV comedy hunt, founder of Delhi University's first Stan-up comedy society and festival,regular performer at poetry open mics.

Please help me understand if I should look to strengthen any particular aspects like GMAT or anything.

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Hello Kabir05,

Thanks for writing in.

When it comes to a GMAT score, you must definitely work on improving the same as there is plenty of time at hand, and the higher the better, always. The extra-curricular activities look good and the goals appear to be in sync.

At this point, we would recommend that you focus on taking up tasks at work that showcase greater leadership and ownership; more, avoid switching jobs very close to the application deadline as it generally does not give a very focused picture to the Ad Com.

Needless to say, a lot will depend on how well you portray your strengths, achievements, and goals through essays. Should you need help with articulating the same, please feel free to reach out.

Good luck!
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Hi, it would be really helpful if someone could help evaluate my profile for the admission to ISB PGP 2023!

10th - CGPA 7/10
12th - 70%
Graduation - BBA, CGPA 2.26/4

Work Experience - 32 months and counting in a Real Estate Developing Company

I am giving GMAT in May, what should be the target score for improving my chances?

Hello Agrim07,

Thanks for writing in.

Your post lacks crucial details pertaining to your profile and achievements at work. There is also no mention of how you've been involved on the extra-curricular front.

Ideally, you should be looking at a score of 720 and above; needless to say, the higher the better.

All the best!
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Hi Kabir,

You have enquired whether you should consider to strengthen GMAT or any other aspects.

As far as the GMAT is concerned, if you think that you can score higher on the GMAT, definitely you should retake the test. A higher GMAT score would definitely add value.

For other aspects, work on your story. You can have a head start with your application as you already have a baseline GMAT score.


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Hi Everyone,

I'd be really grateful if someone could help evaluate my profile here. Planning to apply to ISB this year.

Educational background:
10th: 9.8 CGPA
12th: 96%
Graduation (Bcom Hons Hansraj College): 73%
GMAT: 710
Professional Certification: CPA- Certified Public Accountant
Also hold a Post Graduate Diploma in International Business from IGNOU

Workex as of March 31, 2022:3.5+ Years

Worked as External auditor for 3 years with Deloitte and Crowe. Currently working as an Internal Auditor with Nokia. Planning to transition to a consulting role so will have a few months of consulting experience before application submission.

Post MBA Goals: Targetting Consulting Roles

Extra Curriculars: Semi Finalist of NDTV comedy hunt, founder of Delhi University's first Stan-up comedy society and festival,regular performer at poetry open mics.

Please help me understand if I should look to strengthen any particular aspects like GMAT or anything.

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Hi Everyone,

I'd be really grateful if someone could help evaluate my profile here. Planning to apply to ISB this year.

Educational background:
10th: 9.8 CGPA
12th: 96%
Graduation (Bcom Hons Hansraj College): 73%
GMAT: 710
Professional Certification: CPA- Certified Public Accountant
Also hold a Post Graduate Diploma in International Business from IGNOU

Workex as of March 31, 2022:3.5+ Years

Worked as External auditor for 3 years with Deloitte and Crowe. Currently working as an Internal Auditor with Nokia. Planning to transition to a consulting role so will have a few months of consulting experience before application submission.

Post MBA Goals: Targetting Consulting Roles

Extra Curriculars: Semi Finalist of NDTV comedy hunt, founder of Delhi University's first Stan-up comedy society and festival,regular performer at poetry open mics.

Please help me understand if I should look to strengthen any particular aspects like GMAT or anything.

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Hi Kabir05 , you have some really interesting ECs there so thumbs up for that :)

My two cents on your career goals - Tread cautiously with your consulting goals. Be clear on what type of consulting roles do you wish to transition into (management consulting generalist or industry specific consulting). Talk to several alums to get perspective on how realistic it is for someone with audit background to get into the job role/company you are interested in post PGP. If you have a consulting offer on hand, understand the risks and rewards of making this transition prior and close to the ISB application date.

IMO GMAT could be higher for someone targeting consulting industry. Hope you aced your quant section at least.

If you wish to seek professional guidance on your application strategy do reach out.
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Hey everyone, can you please help me evaluate my profile and chances for ISB PGP 2023 ! Also, please do help me with a target for GMAT score and what all could I do to improve my overall profile !

10th - CGPA 7/10
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Graduation - BBA 2016-19, CGPA 2.26/4

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Hi,
I would be really grateful if somebody can help me with this:

10th (ICSE) - 89.6%
12th (HSC) - 75.38%
B.TECH (IT) - 71.37% [Not IITs & NITs]

GMAT - 770 [Q50,V46]

Workex
33 Months fulltime + 6 months Part-Time in an established Startup
Promotions each year, and indirectly managing a team
Lead multiple initiatives

Extra-Curricular
- College Fest Head
- Sponsorship Head IT Council
- NGO Work [Minor]
Am not able to focus on the rest of your profile, since I can't take my eyes off your GMAT score @Maximus1997;) .

Frankly, that alone is a differentiator enough. Just focus on crafting a decent application and an interview call shouldn't be too far.
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Target a 700+ for sure Agrim.
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Hey everyone, can you please help me evaluate my profile and chances for ISB PGP 2023 ! Also, please do help me with a target for GMAT score and what all could I do to improve my overall profile !

10th - CGPA 7/10
12th - 70%

Graduation - BBA 2016-19, CGPA 2.26/4

Work experience - Working in a Real Estate Developing Company since 2 years 10 months as a Marketing Executive

Hi Agrim07

- Did you arrive at your GPA by scaling your percentage to 4 points or is this your official GPA? This is a slight concern area, as your Grade 10 and 12 scores are not very high either
- Please provide more details on your ECA and your work achievements
- On the GMAT side, your target should be a minimum of 700, but the higher the better. if you can scale 720 and above, that will really help.
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Hey everyone, can you please help me evaluate my profile and chances for ISB PGP 2023 ! Also, please do help me with a target for GMAT score and what all could I do to improve my overall profile !

10th - CGPA 7/10
12th - 70%

Graduation - BBA 2016-19, CGPA 2.26/4

Work experience - Working in a Real Estate Developing Company since 2 years 10 months as a Marketing Executive

Hi Agrim07 , hope you are doing great!

from the brief synopsis you shared, you could stand a chance at ISB with a 730+ GMAT Score. You must demonstrate maturity and conscientiousness through your narrative centered around your leadership skills, community work(if any), and diversity initiatives at work/outside work and year on year career progression and incremental responsibilities. A profound reasoning on why this is the right time for you to do ISB PGP and crystal clear short term goals will further strengthen your prospects.

If you are looking for professional guidance on how to create the most impactful B School application, do reach out to me.

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Hey everyone, can you please help me evaluate my profile and chances for ISB PGP 2023 . Also, please do help me with a target for GMAT score and what all could I do to improve my overall profile !

10th - CGPA 9.4/10
12th - 75%

Graduation - BSC in Nautical Science 2012-15,
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Hey everyone, can you please help me evaluate my profile and chances for ISB PGP 2023 . Also, please do help me with a target for GMAT score and what all could I do to improve my overall profile !

10th - CGPA 9.4/10
12th - 75%

Graduation - BSC in Nautical Science 2012-15,
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Working in a shipping company from last 5 years as a Third officer .My work role is to navigate the ship and operations of cargo.

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Hi Snehsagar220994 , hope you are doing great!

You have a diversity profile and this would give you an edge among the large pool of applicants at ISB. Still, to be safe I would encourage you to target a high score of 700+. I assume that while working in the merchant Navy you would have had the opportunity to interact with foreign nationals as well as face challenging situations where you took the lead to resolve problems. Reflecting on these experiences where you demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to resolve conflicts under high-pressure environments would certainly show you in strong light. An MBA is a good way for a merchant navy professional to transition into corporate roles, however, do research on the type of opportunities you would want to pursue post ISB PGP. What transferrable skills from your previous work experience would help you find a suitable role in the industry of your choice. Do not shy away from laying down your thought process in the essay for your career goals and also list an alternative plan (Plan B) that would also eventually help to attain goals in the mid term. Show active engagement with the alumni network or potential recruiters to further differentiate yourself.

If you wish to seek professional guidance on crafting a compelling application do reach out
Best wishes
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