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Hi there! I apologize for taking awhile to respond...I actually thought I responded last week but I guess not! Thanks for the additional context on your work experience, that definitely helps and puts you in a stronger position. Your extra curriculars and interests outside of work sound great too, and will definitely help to show you would make a strong contribution to the class.

HEC could be a stretch for you, it's a competitive program and I think their average GMAT is in the high 690s. But not completely out of reach. For US programs, I'd look in the 25-40 range for safety schools, like SMU, Wisconsin, Penn State, Michigan State, Arizona State, etc. I don't know as much about safety options in Europe / Asia, though take a look at the programs on Financial Times ranking, and perhaps pick a few outside the top 10 non-US programs (e.g., IIM, SDA Bocconi, Univ of Hong Kong, etc.).

Good luck, and keep us posted if we can help with anything else!

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Hi kate ,

I think i was not very clear about my work experience. Although I'm an engineer , my work profile majorly revolves around marketing and consumer service in both rural and urban setting. I was also hoping my experience with a start up would supplement my need to move a full time strategy role for developing economies

With regard to extra curriculars , I currently volunteer as part of SAE international to encourage government school children to take up science projects.(AWIM). I have also captained the office's basketball team during my term as a trainee. As part of community outreach program, I educate old people and less privileged on usage of technology.

In addition, I anchor shows ranging from cultural festivals to annual communication meets. I hold (twice a month) career mentoring sessions with trainees and high school children of plant workers. Also been the winner for Tata Crucible online Quiz & Literary events at office.
And I don't know if it counts but I'm an avid traveller and have travelled to over 25 locations of 32 listed UNESCO sites in india.( plan to complete it before my MBA :-D )

I do realise the severe time crunch but i wanted to apply in R2 for some schools. So based on this, could you suggest some safety schools (US, Europe & Asia) ? Fisher is on my list as well. Is HEC a stretch school for me ? I do plan to retake the exam (most probably by feb ) and then apply to my dream schools.

And lastly, thanks a bunch for evaluating my profile ! :)