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Pls. Hjort guide me on this issue.........

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Pls. Hjort guide me on this issue......... [#permalink] New post   01 Mar 2006, 02:00
hi hjort,
Pls guide me with your extensive knowledge........ i am an engineering final year student in INDIA, planning to take GMAT. after my engg., i plan 2 do a self started business (enterpreneurship!!) for about 1.5-2 years, in the meanwhile...i plan 2 prepare for GMAT.

what i want 2 know that is ------ how do "ultra elite" & elite schools view such types of "self experience"?....... good, bad or dont consider the experience.......

i have been very good academically in my 10th and 12th standards......adn am avg. in my engg.....good in xtra-co-curricular activities.............

pls give me an honest picture of my chances of getting into top 20 worldwide............thanx in advance........
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[#permalink] New post   01 Mar 2006, 21:45
Being an entrepreneur can certainly be a positive experience for your application. Starting your own business is a good way to show initiative and leadership. On the other hand, if your only work experience is as a self-employed individual you might encounter some trouble if you later intend to enter the "conventional" workforce. Thus, there is an element of employment risk that should be kept in mind.
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[#permalink] New post   04 Mar 2006, 04:18
thanx a million pal
if i intend to carry on with my business even after my mba, then is there any problem with getting into the b-schools........ (not considering the job sought after the mba)......... ???
thanx in advance.......
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[#permalink] New post   04 Mar 2006, 08:46
If it is clear that you are a serious entrepreneur and you intend to continue/resume your business after the MBA then the employment risk is much less of an issue.
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[#permalink] New post   09 Mar 2006, 02:57
I think being an entrepreneur is higly regarded in the MBA Admissions Process, especially in terms of leadership and personal development. It will never be a weakness in your application. Good luck
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[#permalink] New post   11 Mar 2006, 07:05
thanx guys.........
nice pic mr. VP!!!! :lol:
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