Profile Eval for Top 10 US Business School

Would love some evaluation for my application. Targeting R1 next year. Thanks in advance!

Background and nationality:
Indian

Education:

Shri Ram College of Commerce (Best college for commerce in India), 8.75 CGPA in Bcom Hons
Top 8% of my batch
Scored 97.2% in my high school (School Topper, district topper, received merit certificate from Govt of India for scoring highest marks in Accounts and Economics)
CFA Level III Candidate (passed previous levels with more than 90%)
Have done some other online and offline certifications.
GMAT:
750 48Q|44V

Work experience (42 months):
Currently working as Senior Investment manager at Tata AIG. Handles investment across asset classes with an AUM of over Rs. 20,000 crores (more than USD 3 billion). Handles the communication with the mid and back office. Received the offer from the firm on the basis of internship performance.
Previously was working with a boutique investment bank as an investment banking analyst. Closed a $50mn transaction and lead multiple deals during my stint. Was also responsible for hiring and mentoring a few interns. (worked primarily with CXOs across Africa, the middle east, and India.
Before that, I used to work as a financial analyst with a KPO and provided services to US-based PE firms and Venture Capital firms. Also Created an interview training manual for the firm.

Extra Curricular:
Currently volunteering with a local NGO.
Working as Treasurer in Toastmasters Club
During College was part of different clubs and societies. Held leadership positions in three societies in college and also started an initiative to promote financial literacy. Have also participated in and won some intercollege competitions. Even during college, I was associated with different NGOs. Have also volunteered for CSR activities in my organization. Have published a research paper for my college journal.

Post-MBA goals:
Work with a private equity firm.

Do I have a chance to get into Wharton, Booth, NYU Stern, MIT Sloan, and Columbia with this profile?

Hi Rishav7,
Your profile is quite decent, and reflects your CALIBRE to get into all the schools above, though depending on your life-stories, representation of your profile, and your overall application strength, you may have a greater likelihood to get into some more than the others.

Much more important however, is the 12+4 years of education requirement that many US Universities follow as a basic eligibility criteria. While some schools are lenient about this, and scores achieved in 1st Divn, and your College accredited by NAAC may help you get in, a few schools are very particular about the 12+4 years of education. Hope that helps.

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Hey Rishav7,

Thanks for sharing your profile.

First, I would like to congratulate you on backing a stellar 750 in your GMAT. That’s quite exceptional, so kudos on that! I feel your grades are a very accurate indication of your success in various levels of your academic journey. Graduating from renowned institutions like Shri Ram College of commerce will in itself add value to your profile. Being Level 2 CFA will add additional points and also help your profile stand out.

On the work front, your work experience, including international exposure, is essential for proving to AdComs that you have a global outlook. You must demonstrate strong impact and leadership in your application. Closing big deals ($50 mn) at a young age displays your dedication toward work and should be used strategically. I see career progression from roles of Financial Analyst<Investment Banking Analyst<Senior Investment Manager. Having big brands like Tata AIG and KPO will also provide your profile an additional boost. Schools like CBS and Wharton look for intellect, curiosity, and dynamism in an applicant.

Coming to your ECs, you can definitely talk about the research paper you presented in your college to show your innovative side. However, adding some relevant community and volunteering work (your association with NGOs) and a bit more about your CSR programs will help you build great stories to the AdComs. For instance, I suggest you go through our article on Significance of ECAs for MBA Application, to understand the importance of drafting exemplary ECAs essays!

Your post-MBA goal of PE appears rather general; you must be more specific about your short- and long-term goals and indicate how the school will assist you in achieving them. As you are interested in Private equity, you may want to read an article on Private Equity after MBA. This article will discuss the background and factors necessary to ace your admission in private equity MBA programs. We will also share important facts about business schools offering these programs.

Overall, your profile appears solid and stands a strong chance at Booth, NYU and Columbia. However, you will need to go into more detail, connect the dots with your previous work experience, and explain how an MBA from a specific school will help you fill gaps in your profile and achieve your goals. To convey a strong narrative, try to bring the right motivations for these goals. Hence, If you'd like, we are happy to connect you with our Profile Experts (who are alums and students of top B-Schools) who will discuss your profile at length in a 30-45 minutes call and provide you with feedback based on your aspirations, goals and shortlist schools for you. Feel free to schedule a call with them here for in-depth profile evaluation (and some networking on the side!)


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