Profile Evaluation : 715 GMAT Focus, IIT Madras 2020, Male, Engineer

Question

Profile Summary Academic Credentials:

GMAT Focus:  715 
  GPA:  3.3 (it’s a bit low, as our department grades harshly and as well as other acitivies which i pursued, written below) 
  Undergraduate:  B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, IIT Madras (Tier 1, Ranked 1st in India)
 
 Research Publication: "Non-aggressive Methods for Cancer Treatment" in International Journal for Nano Medicine (65+ citations) -  
 Award: 48th Indian Pharmaceutical Congress Prize for Best Research Paper in Biotechnology (2020)    
 Professional Experience:

Chemical Manufacturing Plant (Startup):  1 Year in Market Research (Finance) 
  UBS (1st Ranked European Bank):  3 Years as a Market Risk Manager (Quantification) of Global Fixed Income Products in the Investment Banking Division majorly US
  
 Internships:  
 
  Agri Tech Startup:  Conducted market research with farmers and developed business strategy and market penetration models for expansion 
  ITC  (Leading FMCG) :  Developed and implemented quality control frameworks using Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control (SPC) 
  Certified Six Sigma Green Belt    
 Extracurricular Activities:

Music Production:

Started learning and trying music production during college; released 4 songs with no significant growth 
 Post-college: Composed, Written and Released 3 professional Indian music videos (Majorly with Orchestrations and Indian Local Music Live Instruments, Not with Electronic Music) over 10 million views on YouTube and 2+ million streams on audio platforms as a Independent Artist 
 Latest song released under Sony Music Record Label (Largest foreign-owned music label in India, Country's second largest record label)    
  Leadership Roles:

Student President, AIChE, IIT Madras Chapter 
 Sponsorship and PR Head, Department Fest 
 Creative and Media Head, Department Fest   
  Sports:

1st Place in In-Department Cricket Tournament, 1st Place in Athletics in School   
  Social Causes:

Participated in Walkathons, Beach cleanups, and mentoring Disabled Children periodically
   
  Design and Media 
 
 Freelanced on 3 Indian state government book design projects 
 Part-time photographer as a hobby    
 Gap Year:

1 Year in Music Production after graduation(2020-21)  
 Career Goals:

Aim: International career in finance and consulting, ideally in the USA  
 Target Schools:

HBS, Stanford, Wharton, and other top business schools in the USA  
  Based on my profile, could you kindly help suggest which schools I should target? Thank you in advance.

sostoic · Answer

Your work experience is good. Can we show progression here in terms of accelerated promotions?
The undergrad pedigree works in your favour. The low GPA is offset by stellar GMAT. Even though, might be a good idea to explain the low score in the extenuating circumstances essay. Extracurriculars are quite good. You will need to make a strong case again for the gap year in the Optional Essay.
Overall, it is a great profile. Your essays will have to have a wow factor to make the candidature stand out. Consider Booth as well, it has some great offerings in Quantitative approach. Consider MIT Sloan as well (great financial engineering offerings). Do DM should you have queries or wish to discuss anything.

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MBAandBeyond · Answer

Hey, Anvesh2707 Based on your impressive GMAT FE of 715 and your strong academic and professional background, here are some top business schools to consider targeting for your MBA applications: For reach schools, Harvard Business School, Stanford, and Wharton are highly competitive and align with your career goals in finance and consulting. These programs are tough to get into, but they will help you achieve your goal of working in finance or consulting. Other names include Columbia University, Kellogg School of Management, UC Berkeley (Haas), and NYU (Stern) among many others. They have a variety of courses as well as a diverse student body. Michigan (Ross) and Duke (Fuqua) can only be considered safe schools due to their strong programs that emphasize action-based learning and leadership development. Your extracurricular activities, which underscore a balance between academics and other activities, are truly unique. The fact that you have released songs through Sony Music Record Label with millions of views/streams is an extraordinary accomplishment that sets you apart. Your internships at an agri-tech start-up and ITC, together with your work experience at a startup company and UBS, show how versatile you are when it comes to solving problems in real-life situations using your skills. Even though your profile is generally strong, some schools may be worried about a slightly lower GPA. Still, pursuing an international finance/consulting career and other achievements can compensate for this one. So, I advise you to apply to a combination of reach, target, and safety schools to increase your odds. With a powerful application that demonstrates your unique attributes and future plans for employment, you stand a good chance of gaining admission to many of the top MBA programs. Good luck with your applications!

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TheRedPen · Answer

Hi  Anvesh2707 ,

Your profile showcases an impressive blend of academic achievement, diverse work experience, and a passion for music production.

GMAT Focus score of 715 is competitive, and your B.Tech from IIT Madras is excellent. 
 Research Publication, Industry Experience, and Six Sigma Certification demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
 Leadership Roles and Social Activities highlight well-roundedness. 
 Music Production Achievements (especially with Sony Music) are a unique and impressive addition.  
Target Schools: HBS, Stanford, and Wharton are excellent targets, but consider adding a few schools:

M7 Schools: Booth, MIT Sloan, Kellogg 
 Top Options: Columbia, NYU Stern, Duke Fuqua  
A comprehensive review can provide a more personalized roadmap. Would you like to  schedule a free call with one of our MBA experts  to discuss your profile in detail? We can help you craft a compelling application strategy for your target schools.

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ARINGO · Answer

Hi Anvesh2707
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, A 715 FE is very impressive (translates to around 760 classic version), though a 3.3 GPA seems to be on the lower end but again being from a top tier institution like IIT Madras compensates for it. Your research publication with around 65 citations and the award for "Best Research Paper in Biotechnology" should also be highlighted in your application as it will demonstrate your academic capabilities to the adcoms.

Coming to your experience, your work across a startup, a top European bank, and also an internship with a leading FMCG company demonstrates your versatility and adaptability. Your role as a Market Risk Manager in the IB division establishes your strong quantitative and financial skills (which are valuable assets in the business world

Your ECs showcasing your love for producing music is incredibly motivating. Gaining over 10 million views and closing a record deal with Sony Music will demonstrate your originality, marketing sense and capacity for broad audience engagement.
You can classify your schools based on - 1. Reach schools- H/S/W, 2. Target schools- Booth, MIT, CBS and 3. Safety schools- Tepper and Haas. To delve deeper into your profile and craft a targeted school list that aligns with your goals, feel free to connect with us for a more detailed discussion.

Click here to connect for a detailed profile analysis.
You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
Good Luck!

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