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06 Mar 2022, 06:37
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My profile:
- GMAT - 750
- Asian Indian F 23 y.o.
- Undergrad - Business (Finance)
- GPA ~ 3.5
- WE - 3 years Top Investment Management firm doing a FinTech product and client-facing role working in the Southeast asia region
- Target school - Stanford
- Post-MBA goals: Short term - product management at a tech firm in USA and then hopefully start my own company
Looking for some advise on how to approach my MBA applications, would really appreciate any insights or suggestions
ECAs:
1. Non-profit personal branding (resumes, cover letters etc)
2. Started a club in University for modernizing education
3. Working on an Education mentorship side hustle at the moment
4. Looking to join another NGO in the education and financial awareness space for migrant workers
Questions:
1. My undergrad GPA is quite low compared to the average of 3.8 at Stanford - anyway I can possibly show improvement on that? What if I do a side course - will that help?
2. Is it too early for me to apply for MBA? I want to apply this year Sept (i.e. intake of fall 2023)
3. Any other advice to help me strengthen my profile?
4. I am also looking to apply for Knight-Hennessey Scholarship which I know is extremely competitive, but if anyone has advice on that also it will greatly help!
Really appreciate everyone's time and insights!!
- GMAT - 750
- Asian Indian F 23 y.o.
- Undergrad - Business (Finance)
- GPA ~ 3.5
- WE - 3 years Top Investment Management firm doing a FinTech product and client-facing role working in the Southeast asia region
- Target school - Stanford
- Post-MBA goals: Short term - product management at a tech firm in USA and then hopefully start my own company
Looking for some advise on how to approach my MBA applications, would really appreciate any insights or suggestions
ECAs:
1. Non-profit personal branding (resumes, cover letters etc)
2. Started a club in University for modernizing education
3. Working on an Education mentorship side hustle at the moment
4. Looking to join another NGO in the education and financial awareness space for migrant workers
Questions:
1. My undergrad GPA is quite low compared to the average of 3.8 at Stanford - anyway I can possibly show improvement on that? What if I do a side course - will that help?
2. Is it too early for me to apply for MBA? I want to apply this year Sept (i.e. intake of fall 2023)
3. Any other advice to help me strengthen my profile?
4. I am also looking to apply for Knight-Hennessey Scholarship which I know is extremely competitive, but if anyone has advice on that also it will greatly help!
Really appreciate everyone's time and insights!!
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07 Mar 2022, 14:12
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Hi there,
Thank you for reaching out! You have a strong GMAT and it is great to see that you have started to think about your MBA goals. Remember that these goals should really show how you will make your unique mark. In other words, what impact do you want to have in PM at a tech firm? How will you contribute to/improve this field? (we have written more on articulating your MBA goals here).
As for your GPA question, a 3.5 is not low. It is lower than the average at the top schools, but still well within the range.
You are, however, certainly on the younger side. Age definitely impacts the application quite a bit in terms of determining whether you have had enough experience to excel at school. That said, while the average ages are 27-29 as you pointed out, schools accept applicants across a range. One of the most important things that determines whether you are old enough is how much leadership experience you have had.
Something else to consider is your target school list. While Stanford is obviously a very strong program, we do not recommend putting all your eggs in one basket. Our clients apply to 5 to 8 schools on average to maximize their chances of success.
Feel free to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com to discuss your situation in more detail and check out our servicesto learn how we can help!
Best,
Personal MBA Coach
Thank you for reaching out! You have a strong GMAT and it is great to see that you have started to think about your MBA goals. Remember that these goals should really show how you will make your unique mark. In other words, what impact do you want to have in PM at a tech firm? How will you contribute to/improve this field? (we have written more on articulating your MBA goals here).
As for your GPA question, a 3.5 is not low. It is lower than the average at the top schools, but still well within the range.
You are, however, certainly on the younger side. Age definitely impacts the application quite a bit in terms of determining whether you have had enough experience to excel at school. That said, while the average ages are 27-29 as you pointed out, schools accept applicants across a range. One of the most important things that determines whether you are old enough is how much leadership experience you have had.
Something else to consider is your target school list. While Stanford is obviously a very strong program, we do not recommend putting all your eggs in one basket. Our clients apply to 5 to 8 schools on average to maximize their chances of success.
Feel free to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com to discuss your situation in more detail and check out our servicesto learn how we can help!
Best,
Personal MBA Coach
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Hi there, I am looking for some advise on how to approach my MBA applications, would really appreciate any insights or suggestions
My profile:
- GMAT - 750
- Asian Indian F 23 y.o.
- Undergrad - Business (Finance)
- GPA ~ 3.5
- WE - 3 years Top Investment Management firm doing a FinTech product and client-facing role working in the Southeast asia region
- Target school - Stanford
- Post-MBA goals: Short term - product management at a tech firm in USA and then hopefully start my own company
ECAs:
1. Non-profit personal branding (resumes, cover letters etc)
2. Started a club in University for modernizing education
3. Working on an Education mentorship side hustle at the moment
4. Looking to join another NGO in the education and financial awareness space for migrant workers
Questions:
1. My undergrad GPA is quite low compared to the average of 3.8 at Stanford - anyway I can possibly show improvement on that? What if I do a side course - will that help?
2. Is it too early for me to apply for MBA? I want to apply this year Sept (i.e. intake of fall 2023)
3. Any other advice to help me strengthen my profile?
4. I am also looking to apply for Knight-Hennessey Scholarship which I know is extremely competitive, but if anyone has advice on that also it will greatly help!
Really appreciate everyone's time and insights!!
My profile:
- GMAT - 750
- Asian Indian F 23 y.o.
- Undergrad - Business (Finance)
- GPA ~ 3.5
- WE - 3 years Top Investment Management firm doing a FinTech product and client-facing role working in the Southeast asia region
- Target school - Stanford
- Post-MBA goals: Short term - product management at a tech firm in USA and then hopefully start my own company
ECAs:
1. Non-profit personal branding (resumes, cover letters etc)
2. Started a club in University for modernizing education
3. Working on an Education mentorship side hustle at the moment
4. Looking to join another NGO in the education and financial awareness space for migrant workers
Questions:
1. My undergrad GPA is quite low compared to the average of 3.8 at Stanford - anyway I can possibly show improvement on that? What if I do a side course - will that help?
2. Is it too early for me to apply for MBA? I want to apply this year Sept (i.e. intake of fall 2023)
3. Any other advice to help me strengthen my profile?
4. I am also looking to apply for Knight-Hennessey Scholarship which I know is extremely competitive, but if anyone has advice on that also it will greatly help!
Really appreciate everyone's time and insights!!
