tomialves
Hello everyone!
I wanted to get your opinion on this, just to analyze and re-eveluate next steps.
I took the test 3 times 660, 640 680 (Q49V35, and V38 in the 640 attempt).
I know I can keep going and go for a 700+, I feel I'm right there, but it has been a rough 5+ months of preparation and taking a toll on me (and my relationship & work) wanted to get your thoughts if it makes sense to keep going.
On the timeframe, if I start the application process NOW I can go for R1, if not, I'll need to go for R2.
Regarding my profile, I have an Industrial engineering degree 7.5/10 and a masters degree in fianance (top 10% of the class)
I'm from Argentina, been living in Brazil for the past year and a half.
I have worked for the two largest tech companies in the region, for the latter I've been in the team that lead the IPO of the company in 2021 (one of the largets IPO in Latin America and the largest Dual listing ever). On top of that, not sure if it adds, I speak Spanish, English and fluent in Portuguese (not sure how I'd score in a TOEFL like test for that language)
Again, I'm not pressured per se to go for R1 but wanted to gather the thoughts of the forum on this.
Thank you!
Hi
tomialves, much appreciate your perseverance. I would suggest taking the exam once more, really focusing on improving in the sub-sections (and question types) that are your improvement areas. Depending on the school, but broadly speaking, a 700+ can strengthen your overall application.
Academics seem strong. Though you've only given basic details about your work experiences, the brand/ size of your employers and particularly your involvement in the IPO are positive aspects to be highlighted in the application.
Applying in R2 with a stronger profile (score, essays, etc.) is preferred to R1 with a weaker profile. Since you have already put in so much efforts, the last leg and the positive results would make the journey worth it.
Feel free to reach out if I can be of help. All the best
Regards,
Arvind
HEC Paris alum, Admissions interviewer
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