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MS Finance Profile Evaluations [Master Thread]: Post all Profiles Here
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Hi Guys, This is a Master thread for all profile evaluation requests for MS Finance applications. We do not want random profile evaluation threads everywhere on the forum. This will help people get some consolidated advice from consultants and help others learn as well. Post your profile here if you want! Suggested Template
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MS Finance Profile Evaluations [Master Thread]: Post all Profiles Here
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17 Nov 2020, 06:14
17 Nov 2020, 06:14
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Hey ste123456,
To start off with the strong suits of your profile, your GPA of 3.4 GPA is very impressive which coupled with your undergrad brand, works in your favour as it is the top ranked college in your country and top-notch B-schools tend to pick students from the top 10 colleges of every country. Moreover, it is great to see that you have international experiences. International exposure is a highly sought after element as it showcases your broadened perspective and ability to adapt and work well in foreign environments.
In addition to this, another significant aspect that schools focus on is extracurricular activities as they are looking for a holistically developed profile.
Hence, it is essential to shed some light on the endeavours taken up at any clubs, associations, sports, fest, or events you managed or participated in during your undergraduate. Volunteering initiatives, certifications, or internships undertaken during the course of your study would also count towards your extracurricular initiatives. So, make sure you emphasize on your role as a volunteer in the children’s camp in Estonia, also other events you have led, what were your roles and responsibilities, what were your major takeaways. Elaborating on this will showcase a holistically developed profile and would vouch for you being an apt candidate for the school.
Moving to your professional front, since most of your competitors will be from the Big 4 firms, you need to differentiate yourself. Make sure you explain and highlight the major projects undertaken and how these experiences helped you develop and further groom your skills and knowledge. Additionally, you ought to highlight why you chose these internships, how you have gone beyond your role, initiatives taken up, and any kind of impact created to establish a connection with your goals, and portray the knowledge gained from these experiences. Explaining this, can be a differentiator for you, and help you stand out in a crowd.
To boost your profile, you can take up certifications in finance such as CFA, FRM, and stock exchange certificates. This will show you are highly inclined and passionate towards the field of finance.
Also, if your target is to get admission to the major top B-schools then a GMAT score of 690+ is the best way to set yourself comfortable in their admission list as it would not only fulfill the basic eligibility criteria but also pose as proof of your academic abilities.
As for the schools you are targeting, ESSEC, ESCP, UCL comes under the competitive category ( where your chances of acceptance is 60-70%)while Imperial comes under the upper competitive category ( where your chances of acceptance is 50-60%). However, when you are applying to schools abroad, it is always recommended to go for a mix of the dream and competitive schools to hedge your bets wisely and ensure a fruitful outcome. To help you understand better, I’ve suggested a few schools that you could be targeting according to the different categories.
DREAM: LBS, HEC, LSE
COMPETITIVE: WHU, Babson, Warwick
SAFE: Grenoble, EDHEC, Skema
Lastly, while you have a good profile, you need to be aware that you will be facing competition from equally good or even better profiles, which is why, you need to complement your profile with a strong application that includes essays, letter of recommendation, statement of purpose, and resume that highlights all your strong suits, gives reasoning for the weaknesses, and displays how you’d be a good addition to the cohort. As a matter of fact, your application can boost your chances of acceptance by 3x!
On this note, if you have any further queries, I would suggest you take up our FREE consultation call where our expert consultants can help you figure out the best course of action for you to realize your goal of bagging an admit into these elite b-schools. We’ve helped 2500+ applicants so far, and we’d love for you to be next!
Link for the FREE Consultation call-
https://www.mim-essay.com/book-an-appointment-form/
To start off with the strong suits of your profile, your GPA of 3.4 GPA is very impressive which coupled with your undergrad brand, works in your favour as it is the top ranked college in your country and top-notch B-schools tend to pick students from the top 10 colleges of every country. Moreover, it is great to see that you have international experiences. International exposure is a highly sought after element as it showcases your broadened perspective and ability to adapt and work well in foreign environments.
In addition to this, another significant aspect that schools focus on is extracurricular activities as they are looking for a holistically developed profile.
Hence, it is essential to shed some light on the endeavours taken up at any clubs, associations, sports, fest, or events you managed or participated in during your undergraduate. Volunteering initiatives, certifications, or internships undertaken during the course of your study would also count towards your extracurricular initiatives. So, make sure you emphasize on your role as a volunteer in the children’s camp in Estonia, also other events you have led, what were your roles and responsibilities, what were your major takeaways. Elaborating on this will showcase a holistically developed profile and would vouch for you being an apt candidate for the school.
Moving to your professional front, since most of your competitors will be from the Big 4 firms, you need to differentiate yourself. Make sure you explain and highlight the major projects undertaken and how these experiences helped you develop and further groom your skills and knowledge. Additionally, you ought to highlight why you chose these internships, how you have gone beyond your role, initiatives taken up, and any kind of impact created to establish a connection with your goals, and portray the knowledge gained from these experiences. Explaining this, can be a differentiator for you, and help you stand out in a crowd.
To boost your profile, you can take up certifications in finance such as CFA, FRM, and stock exchange certificates. This will show you are highly inclined and passionate towards the field of finance.
Also, if your target is to get admission to the major top B-schools then a GMAT score of 690+ is the best way to set yourself comfortable in their admission list as it would not only fulfill the basic eligibility criteria but also pose as proof of your academic abilities.
As for the schools you are targeting, ESSEC, ESCP, UCL comes under the competitive category ( where your chances of acceptance is 60-70%)while Imperial comes under the upper competitive category ( where your chances of acceptance is 50-60%). However, when you are applying to schools abroad, it is always recommended to go for a mix of the dream and competitive schools to hedge your bets wisely and ensure a fruitful outcome. To help you understand better, I’ve suggested a few schools that you could be targeting according to the different categories.
DREAM: LBS, HEC, LSE
COMPETITIVE: WHU, Babson, Warwick
SAFE: Grenoble, EDHEC, Skema
Lastly, while you have a good profile, you need to be aware that you will be facing competition from equally good or even better profiles, which is why, you need to complement your profile with a strong application that includes essays, letter of recommendation, statement of purpose, and resume that highlights all your strong suits, gives reasoning for the weaknesses, and displays how you’d be a good addition to the cohort. As a matter of fact, your application can boost your chances of acceptance by 3x!
On this note, if you have any further queries, I would suggest you take up our FREE consultation call where our expert consultants can help you figure out the best course of action for you to realize your goal of bagging an admit into these elite b-schools. We’ve helped 2500+ applicants so far, and we’d love for you to be next!
Link for the FREE Consultation call-
https://www.mim-essay.com/book-an-appointment-form/
Re: MS Finance Profile Evaluations [Master Thread]: Post all Profiles Here
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18 Nov 2020, 22:54
18 Nov 2020, 22:54
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ruben123
Background and nationality
Hi all,
Basic profile:
Swedish, male, 23 years old
Undergrad information:
- Top 5 business administration bachelor in Sweden, good brand name although not "super".
- Expected GPA of 4.1-4.3/5.0
- Also did one year of law school at best law school in Sweden
International exposure:
- Been involved in international organization which organizes youth camps throughout the world promoting peace and cultural understanding - attended three 20 day camps in three different countries. Later, I was part of a national committee helping to organize the NGOs attendance on all camps that year, and last year I staffed and organized a camp for 17-18 years old from all around the world
- Been travelling a lot
- Three investment banking spring weeks in London
- Speaks Swedish and English
Work Experience:
- Worked in field sales, strong results, won several competitions. Was promoted to a team leader of three.
- Started my own sales consulting company and free-lanced for several employers
- Worked part time for 9 months in Private Banking at Carnegie Investment Bank, won a few awards as salesman of the week
- Investment Banking Internship at Danske Bank doing Nordic ECM and M&A for 2 months, where I received a return offer
- Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Morgan Stanley for two months, although virtual as it was this summer
Extracurricular:
- Experience as Vice Chair and Chair of Finance Society at School - before, no admission into Investment Banking in London from my school, afterwards, we have had several people in London at large firms. Increased amount of activity and active members by quite a lot
- Position in finance society during a few law courses I studied back in 2015-2016 - organized a banking tour to London and was vice head of membership
- Head and several board positions in youth politics during high school
- Head of student council in high school
Test scores:
GMAT - N/A, but planning to take in december
Swedish SAT - Scored in the 96.4 percentile
Post master goals:
First, I want to do investment banking, and then possibly transition into the buy side and possibly private equity for a more analytical role.
Target schools:
Only 1 year master programmes, with a focus on London, masters in finance/financial analysis/private equity, but other schools might be of interest
Thanks a lot for this possibility for review.
I am also very curious on how highly they value grades in relation to GMAT score and other experiences - I think my GPA is decent but I think the other experiences are my stronger parts.
Another question is if I can send in my applications pre my GMAT and then complement the application when I have received the score?
Hi all,
Basic profile:
Swedish, male, 23 years old
Undergrad information:
- Top 5 business administration bachelor in Sweden, good brand name although not "super".
- Expected GPA of 4.1-4.3/5.0
- Also did one year of law school at best law school in Sweden
International exposure:
- Been involved in international organization which organizes youth camps throughout the world promoting peace and cultural understanding - attended three 20 day camps in three different countries. Later, I was part of a national committee helping to organize the NGOs attendance on all camps that year, and last year I staffed and organized a camp for 17-18 years old from all around the world
- Been travelling a lot
- Three investment banking spring weeks in London
- Speaks Swedish and English
Work Experience:
- Worked in field sales, strong results, won several competitions. Was promoted to a team leader of three.
- Started my own sales consulting company and free-lanced for several employers
- Worked part time for 9 months in Private Banking at Carnegie Investment Bank, won a few awards as salesman of the week
- Investment Banking Internship at Danske Bank doing Nordic ECM and M&A for 2 months, where I received a return offer
- Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Morgan Stanley for two months, although virtual as it was this summer
Extracurricular:
- Experience as Vice Chair and Chair of Finance Society at School - before, no admission into Investment Banking in London from my school, afterwards, we have had several people in London at large firms. Increased amount of activity and active members by quite a lot
- Position in finance society during a few law courses I studied back in 2015-2016 - organized a banking tour to London and was vice head of membership
- Head and several board positions in youth politics during high school
- Head of student council in high school
Test scores:
GMAT - N/A, but planning to take in december
Swedish SAT - Scored in the 96.4 percentile
Post master goals:
First, I want to do investment banking, and then possibly transition into the buy side and possibly private equity for a more analytical role.
Target schools:
Only 1 year master programmes, with a focus on London, masters in finance/financial analysis/private equity, but other schools might be of interest
Thanks a lot for this possibility for review.
I am also very curious on how highly they value grades in relation to GMAT score and other experiences - I think my GPA is decent but I think the other experiences are my stronger parts.
Another question is if I can send in my applications pre my GMAT and then complement the application when I have received the score?
Hey ruben123,
To commence your profile evaluation, I would say that your academic background is quite strong. Your GPA of 4.1 not only displays your academic prowess but also opens a lot of opportunities and doors to top business schools for you. The brand name of your school is the further poses as a cherry on the cake and aids in strengthening your profile.
It is great to see the amount of extensive international experience in your profile. Not only have you worked in an international organization which showcases your adaptability and ability to perform well even in foreign settings but also upheld positions of responsibility. All in all these experiences bolster your profile by highlighting your broadened perspectives and horizons.
Coming on to your work experience, You have quite varied yet relevant experience in your profile. It is hard to decipher the amount of work experience you have so commenting on that would be difficult. Even though you have quite decent and relevant experiences, there is one major factor that is missing throughout your profile and it is the lack of huge brand names. Brand name definitely plays a major role in an application as you’d be competing with applicants from the top schools and big4 companies. To negate the lack of big brand names, talking about the kind of projects you have undertaken, the impact you created and your career progression with major learning takeaways would definitely showcase the quality of your work and establish you as no less than a big4 candidate.
You have also undertaken a fair share of extracurricular activities. Heading the finance society as a VC showcases your leadership skills, financial acumen and excellent communication skills. Speaking of the initiative undertaken, you ought to dive deeper and bring out the varied skills you’ve honed in the process of chasing holistic growth. You have mentioned certain experiences from high school which unfortunately would not be taken into consideration as this is a master's program. Additionally, to boost your extracurricular front, you can get enrolled with an NGO or a social volunteering cause as it would help showcase the socially empathetic side of your personality - one of the most coveted traits that b-schools look for in applicants.
To answer the question regarding GMAT, GMAT holds 15-20% of an impact on your selection chances as business schools see it as an eligibility criteria for assessing the worthiness of the candidate for the program. For London based schools, a GMAT score of 690 and above would be a great score and as you wish to target Mfin program, you should definitely aim for a 50 in the quant section. Moreover, you need to be done with your GMAT before you start your application as it is considered to be a prerequisite while sending out your application.
Given your decent profile and inclination towards London based schools, you may target the following schools:
Dream: LBS and LSE
Competitive: Imperial, Warwick, Cass and Kings
Although you have a pretty decent profile, you’d be facing steep competition from the candidates with similar or stronger profiles. Which is why I’d suggest you lay emphasis on your admission application as the application acts as the window through which the admission committee can peer into your skills calibre and your personality. But simultaneously, it is also the way through which you can highlight your strengths and give apt justifications for your weaknesses to smooth over any flaws in your profile. Moreover, a strong application sets you apart from the rest of the competition.
Since it seems like you are still in the early stages of your application, you must be looking for some professional help to guide you through the application process of top business schools in the world. Hence, I’d suggest you to book a free consultation call with our expert consultants who would clear any doubts you may have regarding the admission process and would help you chalk out a winning strategy that would definitely get you an admit in your dream school.
Link for the FREE Consultation Call-
https://www.mim-essay.com/book-an-appointment-form/
Hope this helped!
Unfortunately due to several family issues during my high-school and undergraduate studies I didn't have free time for social activities. 
