June 18: Live Profile Evaluation Chat Session with ARINGO

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Live Profile Evaluation Chat Session with ARINGO MBA admission consultants

Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 9:30 AM PST | 10:00 PM IST | 12:30 PM EST

What’s in it for you- Live Profile Evaluation Chat Session with Jenifer Turtschnow, CEO ARINGO.

Come with your details prepared and ARINGO will share insights!
Pre-MBA Role/Industry, YOE, Exam Score, C/GPA, ECs
Post-MBA Role/ Industry & School List.

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ARINGO · Answer

Hi,
Thanks so much for reaching out—and wow, what a profile!

You’ve packed a ton into just two years: leading cross-sector initiatives, managing a team, representing India globally, and consulting SMEs on AI strategy—all before turning 25. That kind of early leadership and impact is exactly what top MBA programs are looking for. Add your strong academics, unique extracurriculars (love the classical and Turkish dance mix! haha!!!), and your dual degree background. You absolutely stand out.

To your first question: you’re young, but not too young! By September 2026, you’ll likely have three full years of work experience—which is perfectly fine for most top programs. We’ve worked with several 23–24-year-old applicants with similar levels of impact, and this year alone we saw admits to Kellogg, Chicago Booth, INSEAD, and others. Schools care less about the quantity of years and more about the quality and you have plenty to show on that front.

If you can back this up with a strong GMAT score (755+ is ambitious!), and write stellar compelling applications (happy to support with that!), you definitely have a shot at M7, INSEAD, and other top-tier programs.

As for school fit: your goals in tech consulting and eventually VC, especially in emerging markets, align really well with programs like MIT Sloan, Kellogg, Berkeley Haas, INSEAD, and LBS. Programs like HEC and Duke Fuqua could also be strong options, depending on geography and career targets. Happy to dig deeper into school selection once your GMAT score is in.

If you’d like a more detailed review, and to explore ways to work together, feel free to send me your CV, school list, and score once you’ve taken the GMAT—we can take it from there and maybe even work together to build some amazing applications.

Always happy to chat—I’m at shimriw@aringo.com

STUDYBUD · Answer

Thanks so much for the encouraging note!it really means a lot! I’m glad to hear that my early experiences align with what top schools value, and your input on program fit is super helpful.

I’m taking the GMAT in July and will definitely share my score, CV, and school list once that’s done. Would love to explore working together on the application from there!

ARINGO · Answer

Hi, Let me keep it short. With more than 12y of experience, one cannot apply to "regular" top MBA programs. BUT luckily for you, there are some special programs for senior candidates... To learn more about these, I sugget watching my MBA Over 30 video... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFVqE7WMinM Target schools? The best 5 programs for MBA candidates with more than 10 years of experience are: Stanford MSx, Forster GEMBA, USC Ibear, MIT SF, and LBS Sloan. There are also some lower-ranked (and cheaper) programs that accept older candidates. Luckily for you, most of them offer GMAT waivers... Send me your CV and other info to shimriw@ARINGO.com and we can take it from there! GOOD LUCK!!! GMAT GMAT GMAT

APram · Answer

Hi, I am considering full time MBA from ISB
Quick background:
10th : 94% , 12th : 93%, 
BTech : 9.02 CGPA, Mechanical Engg from NIT Rourkela batch of 2021
3years 6 months work experience in aftersales in KTM, Triumph and Hero motocorp with territories of Maharashtra, Delhi, North India( Kashmir to Varanasi spanning Punjab, Rajasthan and Haryana as well) and Gujarat leading 60+ dealerships and developing business across these territories.
Targeting GMAT FE 665+
Extracurricular:
Captain and initiator of Formula Student Electric vehicle team of NIT Rourkela – leading team to win 1st prize in procurement strategy at National Level.
Ratna Level in Fine Arts considered as seventh year of fine arts 
Won many city and state level awards in fine arts
Volunteered as lead coordinator in NSS to teach backward students in village near NIT Rourkela during college years.
Short term goal: Exploring and contributing to solve problems using my skills at varied fields by being in top consulting firms who takes up projects from different fields and not only automobiles
Long term goals: Lead teams and responsibility to bring impact through sustainable working.
I want to target Indian B-schools especially ISB. Kindly suggest me how and where can I improve on my chances and is the GMAT target appropriate?

ARINGO · Answer

Thanks for sharing your background—your profile is definitely interesting!

Your academic track record is strong, and your experience leading 60+ dealerships across such a wide geographic span is impressive. The mix of core operations in top auto brands, leadership roles, and meaningful extracurriculars (Formula Student EV, NSS, fine arts) adds great depth to your profile.

Targeting a GMAT around 665 is close to ISB’s average, but aiming a bit higher—say 700+—would strengthen your chances, especially given the competitiveness of the Indian applicant pool. That said, with a well-rounded application and clear goals (your shift toward consulting with impact-driven long-term aims is great), you’re on the right track.

How can you improve your chances?
– A stronger GMAT score
– A sharp, focused application with a compelling personal story and clear goals
– Optional: if you’re not in a rush, even an extra 6–12 months of experience—especially if you take on larger responsibilities or projects—could help

Happy to help if you need guidance on essays or school strategy.
Good luck—you’ve got great potential!

APram · Answer

Thanks a lot for the insights!
Definitely I will reach out once I am ready with GMAT score. Will keep the aim high with 700+...

ARINGO · Answer

GOOD LUCK!!!

Sajjad1994 · Answer

Everyone, we have around 15 minutes left in this chat session. Ask your questions quickly

93Shivam93 · Answer

📌 Quick Background
Age: 31

Nationality: Indian (Male)

🎓 Education
B.Tech in Civil Engineering from IIT (Class of 2015) – CGPA: 8.14/10

10th – 87% | 12th – 84%

📊 Standardized Tests
GMAT FE(2025): 715

CAT (2019): 99.18 percentile

💼 Work Experience
10 years in a Maharatna PSU (Oil & Gas sector)

3 years as Engineering Officer

7 years as Field Officer – Sales, overseeing the Bangalore region

Solely responsible for 50+ retail outlets with a combined annual turnover of ₹1000 Cr

Led expansion efforts adding 15 new outlets, contributing ₹100 Cr/year in new business

🎯 Career Goals
Exploring a career shift out of the oil & gas sector

Interested in consulting, strategy, or other dynamic sectors

Pursuing an MBA to explore new industries, refine goals, and accelerate the transition

❓ Main Questions
With 10 years of work experience, will I be considered too experienced for top MBA programs—or can this be framed constructively?

Are programs like M7, Ivy League, INSEAD, LBS, HEC realistically within reach based on my profile?

Which MBA programs are best suited for professionals seeking to switch industries, especially into consulting or general management?

Harshita2003 · Answer

Hi there!

22 year old Indian Female, Tier 1 commerce college, 8.3 GPA, 2024 batch
GMAT: Will attempt in September, 2025, tageting above 720+
Schools: NYU Stern, Columbia, HEC Paris, Yale SOM, INSEAD
Work Exp: 6 months of Investment Banking at a boutique investment firm+1 Year in Founder’s Office roles at a health tech company
Extra-Curriculars: 
1. Worked as a marketing & sales head at an international social entrepreneurship organisation
2. Built my own marketplace venture (shut down after 6 months)
Questions:
1. I’ve got decent exposure in my jobs as both of them are client facing, but they’re not big names in their fields. Will I be at a disadvantage because of that?
2. I have recently switched my role from marketing to finance (IB) and currently gaining more exposure in it. Will that switch be seen as an issue?

ARINGO · Answer

Thanks for sharing—your profile is super impressive! Ten years in a top PSU with serious responsibility shows clear leadership, ownership, and impact. Add to that a strong IIT background, a 715 GMAT, and solid test-taking skills. To your questions: You are right, and top MBA programs flag candidates with over 10 years of experience and usually do not recruit candidates with over 12 years. You are borderline... But, as long as you keep it around 10 and your goals make sense and you show that the MBA is the right next step (not a “late” step), you’ll be taken seriously. We’ve seen candidates with even more experience get into INSEAD, LBS, Kellogg, and others. Are M7/Ivy/INSEAD realistic? Yes—if your essays and recommendations reflect strong leadership, learning agility, and clear post-MBA goals. A 715 is solid, but if you think you can push it closer to 740+, that would give you even more breathing room, especially for the M7. On the other hand, the "special" 1Y senior programs like MIT SF, Stanford MSx, LBS Sloanb, Foster GEMBA, care less about high GMATs... Best fit programs for your goals? INSEAD and LBS or the 1Y programs in the US have the best fit and are excellent for career switchers, especially into consulting. The 2Y US schools are all amazing (any top 15 school ), but as discussed, you are a bit borderline in terms of experience. Happy to chat more if you need help shaping the story—framing your experience right will make all the difference! I am always on shimriw@ARINGO.com Best of luck, Shimri Thanks for reaching out—you’ve got great potential, and I love the initiative you’ve already shown! At just 22, with strong academics, solid early work experience and meaningful extracurriculars, you’re off to an excellent start. That said, as you are young with little work experience, I’d recommend waiting and not applying for 2026. Targeting the 2027 intake or later to allow time to build depth, take on more responsibility, and strengthen your MBA story. To your questions: 1. Does working at lesser-known firms hurt your chances? Big names help, but Admissions committees care more about what you did—impact, leadership, initiative and less about where you did it. Many successful applicants come from smaller or lesser-known firms, especially if they show drive and strong career progression. 2. Is switching from marketing to finance a problem? Not at all. Career pivots are very common early on. What matters is how you frame your journey and if you can explain the logic behind the switch and how it fits into your long-term goals, it will only add to your narrative. Keep building that experience, aim for a strong GMAT , and start thinking about how to tell your story. You’re absolutely on the right track. Happy to talk next year (keep my email: shimriw@ARINGO.com) or when you are ready for the applications process:) GOOD LUCK! Shimri Right, I think we can close this chat session Thanks, everyone! I really enjoyed today’s discussion and all your great questions. If you have any personal questions or would like a detailed profile review, feel free to send me your CV, school wish list, GMAT score, and any other relevant details at Shimriw@ARINGO.com. And don’t forget to check us out at ARINGO.com for more insights and resources. Looking forward to staying in touch! 😊 Shimri Winters ARINGO MBA Admissions Consulting

Sajjad1994 · Answer

We are closing this chat session. Thank you ARINGO for your time and inputs. We greatly appreciate it.

Thank you everyone for joining us

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