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Re: ISB Profile Evaluation - Tools for B-School Profile Evaluation
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23 Jul 2017, 23:41
23 Jul 2017, 23:41
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sagarmehra2015
Hello All!
Would appreciate if somebody could review my profile.
GMAT - 680 / Q-50 V-31
Post Grad- PGDM, Marketing from ITM Business School, Mumbai
Grad - Bsc IT from Mumbai University (Academic topper throughout grads)
X- 88% (ICSE), XII - 75% (ISC)
Three years of work ex in logistics industry at Managerial role
Decent co-curricular throughout college
Goal - To get into Consultancy for strategic roles.
Thanks in advance!
Would appreciate if somebody could review my profile.
GMAT - 680 / Q-50 V-31
Post Grad- PGDM, Marketing from ITM Business School, Mumbai
Grad - Bsc IT from Mumbai University (Academic topper throughout grads)
X- 88% (ICSE), XII - 75% (ISC)
Three years of work ex in logistics industry at Managerial role
Decent co-curricular throughout college
Goal - To get into Consultancy for strategic roles.
Thanks in advance!
Hi sagarmehra2015,
Logistics profiles make for great MBA stories for applicants, and you have a good profile. But we feel that the PGDM in marketing and your goal to get into strategic consulting may not flow into a natural story, the kind B-schools like to see in their applications.
680 may not be a deterrent to your application, if you get your story right. We'd like to have a detailed discussion. Feel free to reach out to us.
Experts' Global Representative
Joined: 07 Jul 2017
Posts: 476
Given Kudos: 4
Re: ISB Profile Evaluation - Tools for B-School Profile Evaluation
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24 Jul 2017, 05:27
24 Jul 2017, 05:27
Expert Reply
sagarmehra2015
Hello All!
Would appreciate if somebody could review my profile.
GMAT - 680 / Q-50 V-31
Post Grad- PGDM, Marketing from ITM Business School, Mumbai
Grad - Bsc IT from Mumbai University (Academic topper throughout grads)
X- 88% (ICSE), XII - 75% (ISC)
Three years of work ex in logistics industry at Managerial role
Decent co-curricular throughout college
Goal - To get into Consultancy for strategic roles.
Thanks in advance!
Would appreciate if somebody could review my profile.
GMAT - 680 / Q-50 V-31
Post Grad- PGDM, Marketing from ITM Business School, Mumbai
Grad - Bsc IT from Mumbai University (Academic topper throughout grads)
X- 88% (ICSE), XII - 75% (ISC)
Three years of work ex in logistics industry at Managerial role
Decent co-curricular throughout college
Goal - To get into Consultancy for strategic roles.
Thanks in advance!
Hello sagarmehra2015,
The good news is that your work experience in logistics will align well with the course curriculum at ISB. Moreover, your strong academic performance at the college level will also help build a stronger case for you.
While the above-mentioned factors are crucial, your success in gaining an admit also depends on a number of other factors. For starters, we recommend that you work towards achieving a higher GMAT score. Remember, the higher the better ☺
Further, business school also like to see applications that portray a logical sync among work experience, short term goals, and long term aspirations. Currently, however, your marketing degree and your goal to take on a strategic consulting role do not flow in the most logical manner. Thus, we also suggest that you spend some time on story boarding and build an application, which is more focused.
We are confident that on addressing the aforesaid, you stand a strong chance at ISB!
Should you feel the need to discuss your profile/career goals in greater detail, please reach out to us for a free profile evaluation ☺
Experts' Global Representative
Joined: 07 Jul 2017
Posts: 476
Given Kudos: 4
Re: ISB Profile Evaluation - Tools for B-School Profile Evaluation
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24 Jul 2017, 05:48
24 Jul 2017, 05:48
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srikanth9502
Hi,
I am an ISB aspirant Could you please evaluate my profile and suggest me on the areas on which I will have to work on, in order to enhance my profile.
Indian/Male/26 years
Academic Details:
X - 82%
XII - 93%
Grad - 81% (B.Tech- Civil Engg)
Pursuing PG in Project Management from NICMAR (Distance learning)
Work Experience - 4.5 years
I am currently working as a Project Engineer for Knight-India. It's a UK based Project Management Consulting firm. I have been a sole Project planner for a 4 million sft Commercial development with a Project Cost Rs 800 crores. My key responsibilities involve project scheduling and tracking, Resource Planning, MIS (Management Information System).
Prior to joining Knight Frank, I was associated with Sobha Ltd and Aparna Constructions, where I've handled the similar function for the Residential developments of size 5 lakh sft and 2 million sft respectively.
Accomplishments:
-Certification of Appreciation for achieving First rank in academics during Graduation.
-Achieved 15th rank at the University level among all the Colleges affiliated to JNTUH.
-Presented technical Papers at various reputed Universities like IIT Madras and Osmania University.
-I was a representative for the Civil Engineering department to conduct various technical events at college under ISTE (Indian Society for Technical Education)
- Won a couple of medals for presenting technical papers and projects during Graduation.
I am planning to take GMAT by mid of August. My target is 700+ and I've been scoring in the range of 670 to 690 in the mocks.
The biggest concern I have is the lack of Extra Curriculars. Could you please evaluate my profile and suggest me about how to enhance my profile to get into ISB.
I've heard that ISB prefers candidates from diverse backgrounds. As I am from a non-IT background, Do I have any advantage as such??
I am an ISB aspirant Could you please evaluate my profile and suggest me on the areas on which I will have to work on, in order to enhance my profile.
Indian/Male/26 years
Academic Details:
X - 82%
XII - 93%
Grad - 81% (B.Tech- Civil Engg)
Pursuing PG in Project Management from NICMAR (Distance learning)
Work Experience - 4.5 years
I am currently working as a Project Engineer for Knight-India. It's a UK based Project Management Consulting firm. I have been a sole Project planner for a 4 million sft Commercial development with a Project Cost Rs 800 crores. My key responsibilities involve project scheduling and tracking, Resource Planning, MIS (Management Information System).
Prior to joining Knight Frank, I was associated with Sobha Ltd and Aparna Constructions, where I've handled the similar function for the Residential developments of size 5 lakh sft and 2 million sft respectively.
Accomplishments:
-Certification of Appreciation for achieving First rank in academics during Graduation.
-Achieved 15th rank at the University level among all the Colleges affiliated to JNTUH.
-Presented technical Papers at various reputed Universities like IIT Madras and Osmania University.
-I was a representative for the Civil Engineering department to conduct various technical events at college under ISTE (Indian Society for Technical Education)
- Won a couple of medals for presenting technical papers and projects during Graduation.
I am planning to take GMAT by mid of August. My target is 700+ and I've been scoring in the range of 670 to 690 in the mocks.
The biggest concern I have is the lack of Extra Curriculars. Could you please evaluate my profile and suggest me about how to enhance my profile to get into ISB.
I've heard that ISB prefers candidates from diverse backgrounds. As I am from a non-IT background, Do I have any advantage as such??
Hi srikanth9502
At the outset, we must tell you that you have a strong work profile, complete with achievements and crucial responsibilities. This along with a GMAT score of 700+ should give you a good chance at cracking ISB.
Now, coming to your first query. Yes, extra curricular activities are important. However, having fewer extra curricular engagements is rarely ever a deal breaker. Instead, this is a good time to think about your strengths and string them into a story, which speaks about the person you are and shows a natural flow between your work experience and career goals.
Next, yes ISB does prefer diversity. However, at this point, it is more important for you to keep performing at work and have a larger number of talking points in your applications. In showcasing that you possess a set of skills, which will add overall value to the school, you will definitely build a strong case for yourself.
If you feel the need to have a more detailed discussion on your profile, please feel free to connect with us ☺
All the best with everything!
