pranavshastry, Hi this is Donna Bauman with
Stratus Admissions consulting and I'm commenting on your profile. Overall I see a lot of positives in this application. Your academic records, CFA certification and impressive GMAT score all stand out to me. I'm also impressed with your work experience. I think you could absolutely be a strong candidate at any of the M7 programs if you are able to put together a strong overall application. I'd be happy to answer any specific questions you have if you want to find time on my calendar for a
Stratus Free Consultation. I do think this could be a great year for someone with your background to apply to these top MBA programs.
pranavshastry
Demographics:Indian MaleEducation:Christ University (Bangalore)GPA 3.94/4Major: Accounting and FinanceUniversity Rank: 1Other Coursework:CFA Charter holderGMAT:
745 (GMAT Focus)Q90 V85 DI86Work Experience:Chiltern Street Capital (Dubai based $250M Private Equity) (1 year) – Promoted from Inv. Analyst to Inv. Associate. Joined the 3-member founding team and raised $150MKPMG (Deal Advisory) (2.5 years) – Promoted from Analyst to Sr. Analyst. Extensive deal experience across geographies. Valued 30+ companiesExtracurriculars:Won national and int’l case competitions at college. Taught English to underprivileged kids at KPMG (CSR) and volunteer at Headstart (startup ecosystem enabler) – help emerging founders pro bonoPost MBA goals:
Short term: Bulge bracket PELong term: Raise capital for own PE like at CSCTarget:
HSW, Booth, Columbia