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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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1. What was the size/ brand of your first (Financial Services) company? And were there promotions in your roles?
2. What are your short term goals i.e. immediately post MBA?
3. Any Extra-curriculars you were/ are involved in?

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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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YB10 - a few q's before sharing some feedback:

1. What was the size/ brand of your first (Financial Services) company? And were there promotions in your roles?
2. What are your short term goals i.e. immediately post MBA?
3. Any Extra-curriculars you were/ are involved in?

Regards,
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Founder, admitStreet
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Hi Arvind,
Thanks for replying

1. What was the size/ brand of your first (Financial Services) company? And were there promotions in your roles?

Close to Rs. 500cr in revenue, pretty well known and has some big name PE funds
Yes got promoted to a senior analyst there and now am an Assistant manager at Deloitte.

2. What are your short term goals i.e. immediately post MBA?

Short term goals are immediately to break into ib and long term is be a part of a PE fund or start one

3. Any Extra-curriculars you were/ are involved in?

Played football for state
Head of department for a college festival
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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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If you want our help with a detailed profile evaluation. Please visit our website (link in my signature below) and click on request free profile evaluation and then answer all the questions.

We will be happy to help shortlist schools for you.

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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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YB10 - a few q's before sharing some feedback:

1. What was the size/ brand of your first (Financial Services) company? And were there promotions in your roles?
2. What are your short term goals i.e. immediately post MBA?
3. Any Extra-curriculars you were/ are involved in?

Regards,
Arvind, HEC Paris MBA Alum
Founder, admitStreet
LinkedIn
W: https://admitstreet.com | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com

Hi Arvind,
Thanks for replying

1. What was the size/ brand of your first (Financial Services) company? And were there promotions in your roles?

Close to Rs. 500cr in revenue, pretty well known and has some big name PE funds
Yes got promoted to a senior analyst there and now am an Assistant manager at Deloitte.

2. What are your short term goals i.e. immediately post MBA?

Short term goals are immediately to break into ib and long term is be a part of a PE fund or start one

3. Any Extra-curriculars you were/ are involved in?

Played football for state
Head of department for a college festival
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YB10 - thanks for the update. Some initial thoughts:

1. Academics: GPA, 10th/12th scores are strong.The GMAT score is on the lower side, particularly for LBS/ ISB and Oxford, given the Indian Male applicant perspective. While I wouldn't be able to prioritize programs at this point (this would require discussions), would suggest adding some Reach/ Safe programs to the list.

2. Your work-ex is interesting, given the big-4 brand, promotion and the Finance angle. Highlighting the motivation and transferrable skills for IB can help strengthen the narrative. Having a plan-B also helps, as IB is quite competitive and network-driven.

3. Any EC involvement post college can add further angles to the profile.

Hope this helps a bit. Feel free to reach out through the link(s) below for a deeper chat.

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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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Hello YB10,

Thanks for writing in.

Your GMAT is on the lower side for most of schools in question; hence, it would be important to revise your list with schools that are a more practical category. With regard to schools such as HEC Paris and Cambridge, we would strongly recommend that you also get an additional year or two of work experience.

Should you feel the need to discuss your prospects in greater detail, please feel free to get in touch with us for a profile evaluation session.

Hope this helps.

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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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Hey YB10,

Your GMAT score of 690, coupled with a strong academic background in commerce and finance, positions you well for business school applications. Your work experience in financial services and Deloitte's corporate finance advisory team adds significant value, aligning well with your long-term goal in investment banking.

What you really need to do is to add quantifications in your profile, and stating relevant numbers, etc. Showcase your international experience, and leader experiences well as schools value these aspects. Remember that gmat is just 25% of your application so you would need to highlight all your achievements.

LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, and IESE are dream schools yet achievable targets if you focus on crafting a compelling narrative. Cambridge will be a slight stretch, so target a mix of 6-8 schools, comprising dream, competitive and safe. Your finance background and clear career trajectory will be assets, but ensure your essays and recommendations strongly convey your potential and readiness for the rigorous world of investment banking.

If you need further guidance on your application process, including essay writing or school selection, don't hesitate to get in touch for a more detailed discussion.
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Hi everyone,
Took the gmat today got a 690 (Q50/V31), not sure why my verbal dropped so much, but have decided to proceed with applications using this score as cannot devote more time to studying and want to apply in the Round 2 of colleges.

Brief about my profile
Indian male commerce background

10th std - 9.8 CGPA
12th std - 95.4%
Undergrad (Bachelor’s of management studies with finance major) CGPA - 9.48
Cfa level 1

Work experience:
2 years in a financial services company providing services to Private equity and investment banks. Was a senior analyst there and worked on various deal related tasks

1 year at Deloitte in the corporate finance advisory team again working in finance

Long term plans are to get into investment banking

Kindly please suggest some good colleges and would love to know if I can convert LBS, HEC, Oxford, ISB, IESE and Cambridge

Thanks a lot!

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Hi YB10,

You have a fairly decent profile with quality work experience. However, it is essential to weigh your profile against the requirements and criteria of the universities. Plus, with a GMAT of 690, we need to understand how much of a role will GMAT play in your application. We recommend you schedule a free Profile Evaluation session with our experts so they can guide you basis your requirements and their expertise.

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