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30 Jul 2015, 20:43
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Hi there - I am a Mechanical Engineer with a first class from Pune University , India. During college days I was culturally active and published stories, directed plays and organized state level events.
After graduation was selected through campus and worked for a Fortune 500 company in Power sector for 2 years in manufacturing background. Got promoted to Managerial position and handled Engineering section for 2 years.
I wanted to do my Master's so gave GRE ( 1120/1600 - very poor in english RC skills) and TOEFL ( 108/120) and went to USA at University of Hartford ( with 50% aid) in 2008 for Master's in Mech Engg ( Manufacturing concentration). Completed a thesis on Desalination of sea water using renewable energy. Worked as college representative, SAE team etc.
After graduation worked for global leading diesel engine manufacturing companies like CAT, Jhhn Deere in USA for 3 years from 2010 till 2013. Although it was a contractual role, work experience was very rich, varied and valuable in terms of my my long term goals. Worked on semi automatic assembly line, engine development and testing programs.
Due to personal problem, I am back to India in 2014 and started looking for job and preparing for GMAT. I still feel my english skills ( RC especially ) are preventing me from reaching 700+ levels. I am now working for a top Energy company and would like to take some time to make sure I score well in GMAT.
I know I can achieve a top 10 or even an Ivy League B schools only if my english was better. Having already worked in USA now I want to study in Europe and work after MBA and explore Europe if possible ! Location is secondary choice if I get a top notch school with tution waiver in India or Canada/USA as well.
I wish to know if having experience on higher end is kind of disadvantage. I wanted to wait for a couple of years - maybe 10 years of experience and then go for a GMAT. Reason being my personal life and other commitments.
How should I choose a program and what my aim should be for GMAT score and school selection !
I want to know if I can go to dream, Ivy League school if I work hard and score 700-750 range. I think I am a hard working person and want to start my own business with innovation and technology field.
After graduation was selected through campus and worked for a Fortune 500 company in Power sector for 2 years in manufacturing background. Got promoted to Managerial position and handled Engineering section for 2 years.
I wanted to do my Master's so gave GRE ( 1120/1600 - very poor in english RC skills) and TOEFL ( 108/120) and went to USA at University of Hartford ( with 50% aid) in 2008 for Master's in Mech Engg ( Manufacturing concentration). Completed a thesis on Desalination of sea water using renewable energy. Worked as college representative, SAE team etc.
After graduation worked for global leading diesel engine manufacturing companies like CAT, Jhhn Deere in USA for 3 years from 2010 till 2013. Although it was a contractual role, work experience was very rich, varied and valuable in terms of my my long term goals. Worked on semi automatic assembly line, engine development and testing programs.
Due to personal problem, I am back to India in 2014 and started looking for job and preparing for GMAT. I still feel my english skills ( RC especially ) are preventing me from reaching 700+ levels. I am now working for a top Energy company and would like to take some time to make sure I score well in GMAT.
I know I can achieve a top 10 or even an Ivy League B schools only if my english was better. Having already worked in USA now I want to study in Europe and work after MBA and explore Europe if possible ! Location is secondary choice if I get a top notch school with tution waiver in India or Canada/USA as well.
I wish to know if having experience on higher end is kind of disadvantage. I wanted to wait for a couple of years - maybe 10 years of experience and then go for a GMAT. Reason being my personal life and other commitments.
How should I choose a program and what my aim should be for GMAT score and school selection !
I want to know if I can go to dream, Ivy League school if I work hard and score 700-750 range. I think I am a hard working person and want to start my own business with innovation and technology field.
31 Jul 2015, 08:59
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Hey there,
Thanks for the post and the details. We'll start answering a couple of the questions above but you might have more after we do - which is ok. Feel free to ask! You asked about your age. Yes, having 10 years of experience isn't great. That puts you at...32? 33? Being in your early 30s for an MBA isn't too old but it means you'll have to explain why you waited. It puts the onus on you. So waiting til then probably isn't recommended. That said, if you feel it's right for you personally, then wait - just understand it carries risk. You also talked about "ivy" schools and then you mentioned scholarships and then you mentioned Europe. Ivy is a stretch for you even if you score a fantastic 740+. The more you wait, the worse your chances get. From really tough to nearly impossible. If you want a scholarship, with your stats and a 740+ GMAT, you'd have to go much lower in the rankings. Think <20 on the US News and probably closer to 30. In terms of Europe, they're friendlier to older applicants but you might struggle to find a job there. Their macro job scene isn't the best for immigrants right now.
A few thoughts to consider!
Thanks for the post and the details. We'll start answering a couple of the questions above but you might have more after we do - which is ok. Feel free to ask! You asked about your age. Yes, having 10 years of experience isn't great. That puts you at...32? 33? Being in your early 30s for an MBA isn't too old but it means you'll have to explain why you waited. It puts the onus on you. So waiting til then probably isn't recommended. That said, if you feel it's right for you personally, then wait - just understand it carries risk. You also talked about "ivy" schools and then you mentioned scholarships and then you mentioned Europe. Ivy is a stretch for you even if you score a fantastic 740+. The more you wait, the worse your chances get. From really tough to nearly impossible. If you want a scholarship, with your stats and a 740+ GMAT, you'd have to go much lower in the rankings. Think <20 on the US News and probably closer to 30. In terms of Europe, they're friendlier to older applicants but you might struggle to find a job there. Their macro job scene isn't the best for immigrants right now.
A few thoughts to consider!
31 Jul 2015, 22:26
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That definitely makes me feel little anxious. I am sure I can answer the questions about age as many challenges on personal, family and financial front have made my way tougher since the beginning. But still I can't get why would more experience not be preferable as it brings maturity, understanding along with the applicant. After all all senior positions are awarded according to the responsibility. Young talent is considered raw and required honing. ANyways - I am not arguing with you at all but just cant get a logic behind it !
Yes - I understand the language skills always hold me back from a 700+ score. I want to improve and definitely will be happy to get into a renowned school even if it is not Ivy League. Finance is big thing after starting family as well. Many things coming in my mind and I am thinking perhaps I need to take the E-MBA route then. How do you think the E-MBA compares with regular 2 year MBA. What type of advantages-disadvantages does it have ? I wish I could do something about this as we all have only a single life !
Definitely want to talk more about this and sort it out in a manner that will give me a clear path forward. THanks again for your replies and would request a personal email id if possible to communicate further.
Yes - I understand the language skills always hold me back from a 700+ score. I want to improve and definitely will be happy to get into a renowned school even if it is not Ivy League. Finance is big thing after starting family as well. Many things coming in my mind and I am thinking perhaps I need to take the E-MBA route then. How do you think the E-MBA compares with regular 2 year MBA. What type of advantages-disadvantages does it have ? I wish I could do something about this as we all have only a single life !
Definitely want to talk more about this and sort it out in a manner that will give me a clear path forward. THanks again for your replies and would request a personal email id if possible to communicate further.
