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Profile Evaluation Updated on: 09 Nov 2019, 09:06
Originally posted by acry248 on 20 Apr 2019, 10:09.
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Dear Admission Consultants,

I am planning to apply MBA in 2 years time (2021 Intake) and I haven't taken the GMAT. I am targeting schools in US/UK (M7, LBS, Cambridge). I wish to have some idea about the areas I should improve on.
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Thanks for writing! I think it's great that you're thinking about how to strengthen your profile between now and when you apply. Your profile is pretty well-rounded, but given the competitiveness of the schools you're targeting you'll want to target a minimum of 720 on the GMAT (but luckily, there's plenty of time to study and try your best!). Other than that and maintaining/elevating your extracurricular involvement (if there are addl leadership oppoortunities to seek out there), make sure that you do some deep reflection on what drives your post MBA goals. Programs want to know not only WHAT your goals are, but WHY. Also, research the schools thoroughly (including speaking to alumni and students) so that you can make a strong case for why each program is a fit for you when the time comes.

Hope this helps a bit - best of luck! :)


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Dear Admission Consultants,

I am planning to apply MBA in 2 years time (2021 Intake) and I haven't taken the GMAT. I am targeting schools in US/UK (M7, LBS, Cambridge). I wish to have some idea about the areas I should improve on.

My profile:
- Male, Hong Kong, 24 years old

Education:
- Undergrad: UK top 10 uni, Accounting and Finance, high 2:1 (convert to GPA: 3.6)
- Postgrad: Global top 20 b school, Finance, distinction (convert to GPA: 3.7+)

GMAT:
- N/A (I am still new to GMAT, I believe 730+ is too high for me, say 690-720?)

Work Experience: 
- Industry: Valuation & Advisory
- Worked 1.5 years in a well-established valuation company, working on excel/modelling day to day
- Currently work in a start-up, apart from the normal job duties, I also assisting my boss to develop new business services (building model and report template)

Professional Qualification:
Due to the job requirement, I have taken serval professional exams:
- Currently CFA Level 3 candidate
- Passed all FRM exams and CAIA Level 1 exam

Extracurricular Activities:
- Serval student leading positions during undergrad, including student council, politics/social service society and music society (as founder and chairperson)
- Serving as accompanist, youth fellowship committee in Church

Reason for MBA:
- School brand, networking opportunities, career advancement

Post-MBA Goal:
- Strategy, M&A related
- Industry: Private Equity, Management Consulting

Thank you for reviewing my profile!
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