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Re: ISB Profile Evaluation - Tools for B-School Profile Evaluation
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30 Jul 2022, 05:09
30 Jul 2022, 05:09
Hello sritamasia
Will give you simple advice- Work a couple of years and go for an MBA, drop the idea of MIM .
If India, have ISB, IIM A/B/C as the top priorities. For brand management, pursuing MBA in India might make slightly more sense but does not rule out abroad- you can consider top schools in Europe or US after having gained some work ex.
Noting against MIM or other schools, the advice is to get the best return on investment (not just financial investment, but time and effort also).
Profile is strong across all aspects- academics, work ex (low on years though), diversity and career goals, just continue what you are doing.
Best
Varun Sharma
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Will give you simple advice- Work a couple of years and go for an MBA, drop the idea of MIM .
If India, have ISB, IIM A/B/C as the top priorities. For brand management, pursuing MBA in India might make slightly more sense but does not rule out abroad- you can consider top schools in Europe or US after having gained some work ex.
Noting against MIM or other schools, the advice is to get the best return on investment (not just financial investment, but time and effort also).
Profile is strong across all aspects- academics, work ex (low on years though), diversity and career goals, just continue what you are doing.
Best
Varun Sharma
+918452954888 (https://gmatclub.com/chat)
MBAkarma.com
info@mbakarma.com
sritamasia wrote:
>22 Male | Targetting Early Entry Option Round 1
>GMAT: 710 Q49 V38 AWA5.5 IR6
> Bachelor of Mass Media from the University of Mumbai with a CGPA of 9.53/10 | College Rank 1
* Highlight from undergrad: Managed a segment of student(nano) influencers for Procter & Gamble's campaign for Gillette & Pantene.
* I've worked in the Ad film industry as an AD & Casting Associate. Major ads - Whisper Choice, Aashirwaad Atta, Idea Cellular, etc.
* Won a national-level Business Case competition at DTU. (Runners Up)
* Won multiple awards for advertising events in Mumbai colleges' fests.
> Work Ex:
8 months at an 4.5$bn Insur-tech unicorn.
Worked as a Brand Marketer for the first 6 months.
- Handled digital customer and partner communications journey using CRM platforms(https://gmatclub.com/chat, Emails & Push Notifications)
- Conceptualized and executed 2 large-scale product UX/UI projects.
- Independently did on-ground market research by meeting 101 insurance agents in Gujarat, Jharkhand, and parts of the north east.
Working in the CMO's Office since June and building the Go-To-Market Strategy for Health & International Travel insurance products.
- Really challenging yet fulfilling role with revenue upwards of 750Cr+. Lots of everyday interactions with key stakeholders from Flipkart, MMT, Policy Bazaar, etc. (Sometimes, even I'm anxious if ever I'll get such visibility after my MBA lol)
* I do have some experience of working with international team members with some officials of Allianz, Germany & UI Designers from Nigeria.
* If it helps, I also received the Quarterly RnR Award for being among the top 2% performers in a company of 4000+ employees.
> Extracurriculars include Trekking & Stock Photography Contribution.
I'll appreciate honest responses to some of the questions! Would also appreciate if you could add a way to contact you in the answer for Consultation before ISB R1.
Short-term goals: Brand Manager in FMCG.
Long-term goals: 22 saal mein kitne hi dur ka soch sakta hun?? But maybe Leading marketing for Digital-first FMCG startups.
1. Basic Profile Review & Possibilities of Admit through ISB EEO (I know it's hard to predict but still kuch toh bol do...)
2. Should I apply(honestly) to top MiM programs in Europe? (Not sure if I want to settle abroad | I want to market products for the next billion consumers.)
3. Considering that Marketing roles are almost similar in terms of pay and profiles at ISB & some top Indian MBA colleges like SPJIMR, and MDI (that accept GMAT), should I really focus on ISB(double the expenses)?
4. Considering the work that I do is really good for a profile, should I work for 3-4 years, improve(or use the same) GMAT score and go for an MBA abroad? How soon can I do that?
PS: I feel like I've wasted 50K with a very popular MiM consultant. Literally, I felt their salesman did better consulting than the Master's student consultant from a tier-2 European school they assigned to me. So, I'd also appreciate some discounts & offers. Really broke yaaa!
Thanks!
>GMAT: 710 Q49 V38 AWA5.5 IR6
> Bachelor of Mass Media from the University of Mumbai with a CGPA of 9.53/10 | College Rank 1
* Highlight from undergrad: Managed a segment of student(nano) influencers for Procter & Gamble's campaign for Gillette & Pantene.
* I've worked in the Ad film industry as an AD & Casting Associate. Major ads - Whisper Choice, Aashirwaad Atta, Idea Cellular, etc.
* Won a national-level Business Case competition at DTU. (Runners Up)
* Won multiple awards for advertising events in Mumbai colleges' fests.
> Work Ex:
8 months at an 4.5$bn Insur-tech unicorn.
Worked as a Brand Marketer for the first 6 months.
- Handled digital customer and partner communications journey using CRM platforms(https://gmatclub.com/chat, Emails & Push Notifications)
- Conceptualized and executed 2 large-scale product UX/UI projects.
- Independently did on-ground market research by meeting 101 insurance agents in Gujarat, Jharkhand, and parts of the north east.
Working in the CMO's Office since June and building the Go-To-Market Strategy for Health & International Travel insurance products.
- Really challenging yet fulfilling role with revenue upwards of 750Cr+. Lots of everyday interactions with key stakeholders from Flipkart, MMT, Policy Bazaar, etc. (Sometimes, even I'm anxious if ever I'll get such visibility after my MBA lol)
* I do have some experience of working with international team members with some officials of Allianz, Germany & UI Designers from Nigeria.
* If it helps, I also received the Quarterly RnR Award for being among the top 2% performers in a company of 4000+ employees.
> Extracurriculars include Trekking & Stock Photography Contribution.
I'll appreciate honest responses to some of the questions! Would also appreciate if you could add a way to contact you in the answer for Consultation before ISB R1.
Short-term goals: Brand Manager in FMCG.
Long-term goals: 22 saal mein kitne hi dur ka soch sakta hun?? But maybe Leading marketing for Digital-first FMCG startups.
1. Basic Profile Review & Possibilities of Admit through ISB EEO (I know it's hard to predict but still kuch toh bol do...)
2. Should I apply(honestly) to top MiM programs in Europe? (Not sure if I want to settle abroad | I want to market products for the next billion consumers.)
3. Considering that Marketing roles are almost similar in terms of pay and profiles at ISB & some top Indian MBA colleges like SPJIMR, and MDI (that accept GMAT), should I really focus on ISB(double the expenses)?
4. Considering the work that I do is really good for a profile, should I work for 3-4 years, improve(or use the same) GMAT score and go for an MBA abroad? How soon can I do that?
PS: I feel like I've wasted 50K with a very popular MiM consultant. Literally, I felt their salesman did better consulting than the Master's student consultant from a tier-2 European school they assigned to me. So, I'd also appreciate some discounts & offers. Really broke yaaa!
Thanks!
Re: ISB Profile Evaluation - Tools for B-School Profile Evaluation
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30 Jul 2022, 05:14
30 Jul 2022, 05:14
Hello AnkitNandwani
No evident weakness in the profile except lack of career goals. With your work background, this is essential to know what is your vision of your career and how does MBA fit into this vision.
Apart from this acads is decent (700+ will put you in a good spot), work ex shows good potential, a couple of extracurricular add diversity (school and university ones are dated an may not add much value)
Best
Varun Sharma
+918452954888 (https://gmatclub.com/chat)
MBAkarma.com
info@mbakarma.com
No evident weakness in the profile except lack of career goals. With your work background, this is essential to know what is your vision of your career and how does MBA fit into this vision.
Apart from this acads is decent (700+ will put you in a good spot), work ex shows good potential, a couple of extracurricular add diversity (school and university ones are dated an may not add much value)
Best
Varun Sharma
+918452954888 (https://gmatclub.com/chat)
MBAkarma.com
info@mbakarma.com
AnkitNandwani wrote:
Hi, can someone please evaluate my profile for ISB co24?
GMAT: Yet to attempt (Official mock ~690, aiming for a 700+ score)
Class 10th - 10 CGPA CBSE
Class 12th - 92.2% CBSE
Undergraduation:
B.Tech in Production Engineering & Honors in Mech. Engineering (PEC University, Chandigarh - 2018 (Tier 1))
9.01/10 CGPA (Department Rank 2)
Work Ex
Total 4 Years
2.5 Years in Management Consulting (ZS Associates - Left ZS as an Associate Consultant, led multiple projects)
1.5 Years in a Series A funded startup as a Product Manager (Joined when the company had 6 Employees, now we are at 100 Employees)
Extra Curricular:
Class 8th
Attended district cricket camp
Under-grad:
Part of Photography and music club
Performed in different events as a singer/guitarist
Active part of NSS (Made short films to create awareness, organized blood donation camps)
Recent:
Part of NGO called We Initiate (Organized multiple events like a city level health checkup camp, cloth donation drive, etc.)
GMAT: Yet to attempt (Official mock ~690, aiming for a 700+ score)
Class 10th - 10 CGPA CBSE
Class 12th - 92.2% CBSE
Undergraduation:
B.Tech in Production Engineering & Honors in Mech. Engineering (PEC University, Chandigarh - 2018 (Tier 1))
9.01/10 CGPA (Department Rank 2)
Work Ex
Total 4 Years
2.5 Years in Management Consulting (ZS Associates - Left ZS as an Associate Consultant, led multiple projects)
1.5 Years in a Series A funded startup as a Product Manager (Joined when the company had 6 Employees, now we are at 100 Employees)
Extra Curricular:
Class 8th
Attended district cricket camp
Under-grad:
Part of Photography and music club
Performed in different events as a singer/guitarist
Active part of NSS (Made short films to create awareness, organized blood donation camps)
Recent:
Part of NGO called We Initiate (Organized multiple events like a city level health checkup camp, cloth donation drive, etc.)
Re: ISB Profile Evaluation - Tools for B-School Profile Evaluation
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30 Jul 2022, 05:20
30 Jul 2022, 05:20
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Hello PavanGPrabhu
ISB will evaluate your profile on 4 factors- Academics, Work Ex, Diversity and Career Goals.
On academic front, improving the GMAT is the most evident next step.
Work ex could be your stand out strength, if you present your career progress and achievements with conscious clear decision making as the journey seems disjointed at first.
If the above step is done well, your work profile can actually add diversity and put you at an advantage.
Lastly, all of the above has to be tied up with clear and realistic career goals. Why PGP/MBA after your work journey and if you are getting back into entrepreneurship.
R2 is not a problem.
You may want to read here on what factors work in a profile and here to add to your research on career goals.
Best
Varun Sharma
+918452954888 (https://gmatclub.com/chat)
MBAkarma.com
info@mbakarma.com
ISB will evaluate your profile on 4 factors- Academics, Work Ex, Diversity and Career Goals.
On academic front, improving the GMAT is the most evident next step.
Work ex could be your stand out strength, if you present your career progress and achievements with conscious clear decision making as the journey seems disjointed at first.
If the above step is done well, your work profile can actually add diversity and put you at an advantage.
Lastly, all of the above has to be tied up with clear and realistic career goals. Why PGP/MBA after your work journey and if you are getting back into entrepreneurship.
R2 is not a problem.
You may want to read here on what factors work in a profile and here to add to your research on career goals.
Best
Varun Sharma
+918452954888 (https://gmatclub.com/chat)
MBAkarma.com
info@mbakarma.com
PavanGPrabhu wrote:
Hello,
Kindly help me evaluate my profile for ISB - Round 2 application for AY 2023-24
I am 26 years old and have a work experience of 3.5+ years which includes the following:
- Aug 2018 - Aug 2019 - Franchise Owner of a very renowned premium milkshakes brand. My store was located in Hyderabad and after a profitable run for a year.
- Sept 2019 - Aug 2020 - Business and Product Development Executive at an Augmented Reality startup. I intricately contributed to the launch of the MVP version of the platform (just launched beta version when I had joined in Sept 2019)
- Sept 2020 - Feb 2022 - Product Executive at a Pharmaceutical organization in which I contributed significantly to the growth of the brands under my supervision, the division and the company as a whole (2 products with over 300% growth in sales, also started a digital marketing division for the company and hired the required professionals).
- In the meantime, I also started my own brand of premium milkshakes in Feb 2021 to cater to the corporate cafeteria space. Tied up with a couple of companies in this space and did very well (although faced competition from well established vendors, we were the highest rated vendor), although Covid halted further expansion. Getting back into business shortly
10th grade - 9.4 CGPA - CBSE
12th grade - 60% - CBSE
B.Pharmacy - 60%
GMAT Score - Aiming for 720+. Exam is due in the end of August. Scored a 620 a week ago with 2 weeks of prep.
1. Will applying in the second round hinder my chances of getting into ISB ?
2. Will my varied profile and non-engineering background give me an added advantage ?
3. I see quite a few people adding experience working for NGOs and similar causes. Since I do not have such experience, will it prove disadvantageous?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Kindly help me evaluate my profile for ISB - Round 2 application for AY 2023-24
I am 26 years old and have a work experience of 3.5+ years which includes the following:
- Aug 2018 - Aug 2019 - Franchise Owner of a very renowned premium milkshakes brand. My store was located in Hyderabad and after a profitable run for a year.
- Sept 2019 - Aug 2020 - Business and Product Development Executive at an Augmented Reality startup. I intricately contributed to the launch of the MVP version of the platform (just launched beta version when I had joined in Sept 2019)
- Sept 2020 - Feb 2022 - Product Executive at a Pharmaceutical organization in which I contributed significantly to the growth of the brands under my supervision, the division and the company as a whole (2 products with over 300% growth in sales, also started a digital marketing division for the company and hired the required professionals).
- In the meantime, I also started my own brand of premium milkshakes in Feb 2021 to cater to the corporate cafeteria space. Tied up with a couple of companies in this space and did very well (although faced competition from well established vendors, we were the highest rated vendor), although Covid halted further expansion. Getting back into business shortly
10th grade - 9.4 CGPA - CBSE
12th grade - 60% - CBSE
B.Pharmacy - 60%
GMAT Score - Aiming for 720+. Exam is due in the end of August. Scored a 620 a week ago with 2 weeks of prep.
1. Will applying in the second round hinder my chances of getting into ISB ?
2. Will my varied profile and non-engineering background give me an added advantage ?
3. I see quite a few people adding experience working for NGOs and similar causes. Since I do not have such experience, will it prove disadvantageous?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
