Profile Evaluation

Question

I would be really glad if some advice.

Ethnicity: Indian
Gender: Male
Age: 29
Graduation: B.Tech in Production Engineering and Management from National Institute of Technology (NIT), India.
CGPA: 6.51/10
GMAT: 760 (Q51, V41)
Work (~6 years)
1. Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd (Automotive major in India)- Product Planning, Product Development and Marketing roles.

2. Started an online education technology company. Multiple roles - Operations, Strategy, Content Development, Marketing

3. Teaching experience of close to 1.5 years

Important Extra-curricular Activities:
Led rural reconstruction activities in villages in Kerala as part of National Service Scheme. Organised blood donations camps, National Integration events, career guidance workshops for the underprivileged. 
Coordinated and organised cultural events, carnivals etc
Kayaking, rappelling, trekking enthusiast - Have done several treks across India, 
Captained the district cricket team. School football team, athletics champion. Member of the college magazine editorial team

Post MBA Goals: I am at a point where I am looking for a new direction in my career. I am very interested in entrepreneurship, especially in the education sector.
Also since recently I have been drawn more and more to finance and economics subjects. Although I have no prior experience in these areas, I am seriously considering a career in finance.

I am looking to apply to US schools in Round 2. I am aware that I will be competing with the very competitive pool of Indian applicants. 
Considering my peculiar interests and background -
Do you think I have a shot at some of the top b schools like Yale, Tuck, Darden or Tepper ? 
Do you see any weaknesses in the profile?
Could you also suggest some schools that I may have a reasonable chance of getting into?

Any advice would be much appreciated

Thank you

bryantmichaels · Answer

With a passionately written application, you should have a shot at these schools especially if you can get interviews. Indian applicants generally make it or break it in the interviews, since so many profiles look similar on paper. In your case, you have a rather unique story as well as a unique goal which happens to tie into your past experience, so this should bode well for you. Let us know if we can help. We have experts with specific experience in your target schools.

desert03 · Answer

Hi guys,
I would really appreciate if you could evaluate my profile and guide me to the best for me.

Indian, Female, 26

GMAT 650 47Q 33V IR 7
Taking GMAT again in nov end for a score of 700.

CGPA: 7.2/10 
Bachelor of Engineering degree from a reputed University in India.

4 years working experience in a MNC.
I am working as a technical consultant in Production Planning. I interact directly with the client and that has boosted my communication skills as well as given me confidence to manage a project independently.

Extracurricular:
I am a part of 2 NGOs supporting education of girl child in India.
Active member of culutural event organizing commitee.
An avid reader, enjoy trekking(covered almost 50-60 kms).

I am planning to apply to Business schools in Canada preferrably and US is the second choice.

Kindly help me.

bryantmichaels · Answer

There are far fewer Indian applicants to Canadian b-schools than to schools in the US so you may find your progress there fruitful. If yyou can get a 7-handle on that GMAT score as you aspire, you should have a shot especially since being a female with an engineering degree is more unique than the average female applicant. Your work experience is a bit non-traditional too which can also help distinguish you in the process. Let us know if you need help. We have particular expertise with schools in North America including Canada and US b-schools.

desert03 · Answer

Hi guys,

I would really appreciate if you could evaluate my profile:

Indian, Female, 26

GMAT 700 Q-49 V-35

CGPA: 7.2/10 
Bachelor of Engineering degree from a reputed University in India.

4 years working experience in a MNC.
I am working as a technical consultant in Production Planning. I interact directly with the client and that has boosted my communication skills as well as given me confidence to manage a project independently.

I would like to know about the colleges in which I can apply for R2.

crank92 · Answer

Hi guys,

I would really appreciate if you could evaluate my profile:

Indian, Male, 23

GMAT Yet to appear (registered for early February. Hoping for a 700+)

Education and Professional Qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce, Chartered Accountant and Chartered Financial Analyst.

2 years work ex at a Bulge bracket bank.
I work in Middle office liasing with the Traders. 3-month stint in the U.K.

3 year internship (requirement for Chartered Accountant. 1 year at a Big 4 and 2 years with a mid tier firm). Will that be considered as work-ex?

What are my chances of being accepted to a top tier program in round 3?

Regards.

bryantmichaels · Answer

Round 3 is tough and is the round where schools are trying to "fill niches" in the student body. Because there are so many Indian applicants, schools are generally not needing to fill any more slots with applicants from your pool. you could certainly try, and your profile seems adequate for the top tier--but don't get your hopes too high. Generally I recommend Indian applicants apply in first round.

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