MBA Admission for September 2025 Intake

Question

Hi everyone,

I have a 670 in Classic Gmat (Q-49,V-33). 
I am an Indian Engineering Female with 90.8% in Btech and currently am working in a leading Management Consulting Firm. My total work experience currently is around 3.5 years and I am planning for September 2025 Intake. 
I have an early promotion, and also a great Social Service and Volunteering profile. 
Due to extremely hectic work schedule and some health issues, I am unable to appear for Gmat again. Which Bschools will you suggest based on the information I have provided to you?

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admitStreet · Answer

@s_j_2510 - the consulting exposure, early promotion and Extracurriculars indicated are good angles. A few q's, before sharing some feedback: 1. What are your goals post MBA i.e. are you looking to transition back to consulting, if not which sector/ functions? 2. Any geographic preferences e.g. US/ EU/ UK/ Asia etc.? 3. Have you worked with teams abroad? Broadly, latest GMAT Classic averages of top B-schools are here . While this would give you an indicative range, remember that GMAT is one factor, and there are other angles specific to your profile/ preferences (including the ones I've listed above) to consider while arriving at the list of B-schools to target. Regards, Arvind Founder, admitStreet | Schedule a free chat W: https://admitstreet.com | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com | LinkedIn

s_j_2510 · Answer

1. What are your goals post MBA i.e. are you looking to transition back to consulting, if not which sector/ functions?
I am currently in Specialty Consulting domain, primarily in analytics for Client Facing sub-function of my firm and I want to move to Traditional Consulting in TMT/IG Sector or else, I want to pivot to Project Management. 
2. Any geographic preferences e.g. US/ EU/ UK/ Asia etc.?
I am specifically looking into European B-schools (EU and UK)
3. Have you worked with teams abroad?
Yes. My work is with Global clients and I have worked with Indian as well as clients based out of Non-Indian countries. I was also part of a Global Secondment program offered by my company (It was a competitive, application based programme that selected a few individuals from the company).

MBADecoder · Answer

Hello there, The combination of your top academic scores, consulting exerience (MBB?)+ volunteering experience make yours a very compelling profile for b-schools. That said, the average GMAT scores at any top b-school are remarkably higher than your current score (and Indians tend to score on the higher side of this average). Assuming that you'd want to go to a top 30 b-school, I'd say, make another attempt at a higher score, perhaps work with a tutor. A forum would not be the right place to discuss the health angle, but it would help to have more clarity on that. Feel free to reach out for a discussion. Namita Garg, Founder, MBA Decoder Email: contact@mbadecoder.com Reach out to us for a NO-obligation Profile evaluation by filling this form

admitStreet · Answer

@s_j_2510 - thanks for the update (also responded to your post on the chat). Given your consulting/ international exposure and Extracurriculars, I wouldn't completely rule out top European MBA programs. Most, if not all European schools evaluate profiles holistically, for example this candidate got into HEC Paris MBA with scholarships w/ a GMAT 650 . The ideal scenario is ofcourse an improvement in score (or taking IELTS/ TOEFL to demonstrate verbal abilities) and I'd suggest that route if possible. Either way, a lot will depend on your overall profile and how well you present your application. This has been true for several (Indian Female) candidates I've worked with who had lower-than-average GMAT/ GRE scores but made it to the top European/ UK MBA programs, some with sizeable scholarships. Shortlisting schools will require deeper discussions, but broadly, schools like INSEAD, HEC, IESE, IMD and LBS/ Oxbridge place well in Consulting and Project Management roles. Feel free to reach out with your profile for a deeper chat. Regards, Arvind Founder, admitStreet | Schedule a free chat W: https://admitstreet.com | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com | LinkedIn

MBAPrepCoach · Answer

Please don’t apply to any schools where your score is below the median. And that’s frankly all the top schools.

I would recommend that you wake up an hour earlier each day with a clear learning objective based on your verbal ESR and strive to get a better test, score, but it absence of that apply to waiver schools.

You just can’t drag down the average as an Indian, so if they’re interested in other elements of your application, and you have other evidence of quantitative skills through your transcripts and work, then you might be someone who could qualify for a waiver.

Or maybe try the executive assessment and apply to schools that take that for full-time programs, and also see what happens with the GRE if that is more straightforward for you. +1 on tutoring- as someone who did this for 18 years I know that it really accelerates peoples progress because they’re unable to see things a different way sometimes. Without the help of someone outside of themselves

I think at this point you might be in contention for some European programs but for US schools not looking good. No matter what your work profile or your actor curricular it’s kind of a situation where it’s necessary, but not sufficient...

if sentence correction is the reason your verbal is what it is, then take the Focus edition.

And one final note, if you’re not able to make time to retake the test when are you going to have time to prepare your applications? You might need to make some structural changes your schedule.

if it’s worth doing It’s worth going to a good school and it’s worth you making time to do what you need to do to make that happen.

GeneralEducation · Answer

s_j_2510

670 GMAT is indeed a good score considering work experience of 3.5 years. Assuming your GPA is above B schools average. But it's just not a numbers game but your over-profile matters. It's a high time where you start working on your application essays as its make or break component.
Showcase the achievements that you have achieved during the tenure of your career, and showcase your leadership qualities which is one of the most important quality that most of the top looks for in the applicant. You have to represent yourself in a very unique way through your application essays.

Considering the provided profile information, below are some schools you stand a chance to apply. 
 
 Rotterdam  
 IE 
 Boston 
 SDA Bacconi  
 HEC Paris  
To know the right fit schools, kindly provide missing details like Post MBA goals, target region, EC, certification, etc.
Or try and check our  chances of B-schools  tool that suits your current profile.

AugustAcademy · Answer

Hi SJ,

I've reviewed your situation, and your answer's to Admitstreet's questions.

I hope things are on the mend - healthwise.

If you are looking at European Schools in the top 7 - 8, which includes INSEAD, LBS, Oxbridge, HEC and IMD, you may find it to be a stretch with your current GMAT.

If you are ok to look at the next tier of schools, you may be ok.  Your work experience and ECs are pretty solid.  (ECs based on your self-assessment!)

Feel free to reach out to chat more:  https://bit.ly/GM_AugAcd_Profile_Evaluation

Best,
Karthik

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hello  s_j_2510 ,

Apologies for the delayed response but we hope this finds you in time still.

Your choice of schools will be dependent on your career goals as the sync between the strengths of a school and your aspirations is crucial in determining your chances.

Broadly speaking, you should be targetting schools in Canada and the USA. In the USA, you may look at schools in top ~30 to top ~45.

Further, the following video will prove to be of help:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TeXqf0vPlw ​​​​​​​

Hope this helps.

All the best!

MBAGuide · Answer

s_j_2510 Well, for a relief, you have a balanced GMAT score. But for the top 20 schools globally, a Q49 for your applicant pool is considered only borderline elite. Therefore, you do not have any strong sectional scores either. On top of this, a V33 would raise concerns regarding your ability to handle meaningful conversations in a class that is diverse and global. Even if the adcoms come to love your profile, they would surely be disappointed in your unwillingness to take the GMAT seriously, which may come across as being unaware and snobbish. Although your profile is seemingly strong, applying to top schools with this score would be a bit of a gamble. I highly recommend that you consider a retake or personally reach out to the adcoms to discuss any issues if your health does not allow you to take the exam again. There might be other ways, such as taking certain courses from prestigious colleges, that can convince the adcoms of your academic capabilities in the current times. YOU MIGHT FIND SOME OF THESE TIPS FOR COMPENSATING LOW GMAT/GPA USEFUL Navigating the Challenge of a Low GPA in Your Application : The B-School Applications (gmatclub.com) Best wishes Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD MBA alum, former INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer) Founder, MBAGuideConsulting LinkedIn |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/ | Message(WA): +91 9971200927| email- mbaguideconsulting@gmail.com

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