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Hello, Please guide me on whether to take gmat test or not, I came from a poor family background in India. I am currently working as a software developer with 4 years of experience, I have done graduation in 2015 with a fashion technology degree with 7 points from 10, in higher secondary I scored 57% and in my matriculation scored 60%. I am not very fluent in English speaking but can improve the same. I am very good at solving quant and reasoning questions which helped me to get a 95 percentile score in the CAT India exam but because of my poor academics, I was not able to convert to any good MBA college. Please help me if I attempt the Gmat exam, can I convert to a good MBA college, as it will be a financial decision for me?

GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Consider including the types of schools you're interested in/targeting into your post. You can use the edit function to add them. May also be worth checking out/writing a profile review in this subforum:

https://gmatclub.com/forum/ask-admissio ... tants-124/

All the best.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi sid2893,

I agree that you should reach out to some consultants here on GMAT Club to discuss whether an MBA would be right for you. Regarding the GMAT, why don't you take a practice exam to see where you stand?

GyanOne · Answer

Hi  sid2893 
- GMAT-driven MBA programs can be on the relatively expensive side. You will need to take a loan to finance your studies.
- The payoff from these programs is usually good, but you will need some time after graduating to pay off the loans. Balance this with other financial commitments you have/may have in the near future. 
- While your academics will impact your GMAT-driven MBA apps negatively as well, they will not be a deal-breaker as the evaluation is more holistic with such schools. 
- You have 8 years of experience already. Do you see good opportunities in the role/industry you are working in? If yes, then consider whether you need an MBA. If you still feel you need one, the GMAT is your next step.

MBAGuide · Answer

Hi sid2893 I have recently worked with some NIFT alums who had worked in diverse roles in corporate and are now pursuing MBA. I would be able to give you honest advice if you reach out to me and discuss your profile. You can write to me at mbaguideconsulting@gmail.com in case you want to discuss your concerns. Sharing a few pointers- 1. Balancing a poor academic history with good GMAT/GRE scores is important when applying for MBA programs. Admissions committees may have concerns about whether you can handle the academic rigor of an MBA program, so it's important to demonstrate your abilities through standardized test scores. 2. Some schools may be understanding of struggles with the verbal section if you explain your background, but it's still important to have a strong reason for not performing well in undergrad. Admissions committees will be looking for a clear and compelling explanation for any weaknesses in your academic record. 3. There are several full-time MBA programs in India that are a good fit for experienced professionals like you despite your academic challenges. Programs such as SPJain and XLRI PGDM have a good recruitment record and can be considered with a strong application and sharp interview preparation. Feel free to reach out

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