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Hello,
i would be grateful if some advise could be provided on basis of my current profile:
Acad:
10th: 88% (ICSE) (2005)
12th: 79% (ISC)(2007)
UG: B.Sc (Nautical Sciences) 71%(first div) Mumbai University- TS CHANAKYA(2008-2011)
GMAT 1: 660(Q43/V38/IR5) (wil be appearing again next year before application)

Professional background:
Total WE: 6+(applying for 2020 class) in Merchant Navy on cargo ships (foreign going)
Current rank : Second navigating Officer (current sailing exp: 10 months)(2016-2018)
Previous Ranks: Third navigating Officer (16 months sailing exp)(2014-2016)
Training navigating officer (12 months sailing exp)(2012-2014)

Extra- Curriculars:
- Head of Literary Committee in college (Third year)(2010-2011)
- member of Literary Committee in college(First & Second Year- 2008-2010)
- Editor of college magazine & Wall magazine
- Head of college fest organizers in third year
- Member of college fest committee in first & Second year
- Organised various cultural events throughout the college tenure
- Various achievements at school level in olympiads and competitions
- Member of NGOs such as Bhumi & Green peace

Future Goal:
To work as operations manager with Amazon/OYO/RIVIGO/Paytm and others.

I am well aware that i would need 700+ for a call but would like to know how much is really needed and what else can i do for an admit?

Hello kumar Utkarsh

Your merchant navy background brings diversity to the class. We've seen merchant navy officers get in with a 640 score too (do not let that make you complacent as GMAT is just one factor and by all means go ahead and target a 700 to further strengthen your chances)
Past scores are decent, so are extracurricular and your future goals look sorted (clear, organic and realistic).
The key for you is tying in all of the above well in your essays- if you do that you have a strong shot at ISB.

Best
Varun Sharma
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MBAkarma.com
GMAT Score Predictor
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hello sir,
Good Day.

Thank you for such an encouraging reply. I would certainly try my best to get a 700+ score. My another concern is regarding the WE. I guess WE nearing 4-5 years is something what ISB appreciates but mine is exceeding 6, so to what extent it hampers my chances and how can i justify this excess of WE.

Thanks & Best Regards
Kumar Utkarsh

My friend the 'Average' work ex is 5 years. That means there are people with 2 year and 10+ years of work ex in the class.
6 years of work ex is in the sweet spot and I wouldn't worry at all about it. Spend more time on your GMAT and developing a strong application instead.

Best
Varun Sharma
+919137133507
MBAkarma.com
GMAT Score Predictor
info@mbakarma.com

[quote="MBAkarma"]My friend the 'Average' work ex is 5 years. That means there are people with 2 year and 10+ years of work ex in the class.
6 years of work ex is in the sweet spot and I wouldn't worry at all about it. Spend more time on your GMAT and developing a strong application instead.

Best
Varun Sharma
+919137133507
MBAkarma.com
GMAT Score Predictor
info@mbakarma.com


Hello sir,
Good day.

Thank you for resolving my query. i would certainly try to improve my GMAT score and then build a competitive application.

Thanks & Best Regards
Kumar Utkarsh

Hi,
Keeping aside profile for a second and assuming I have a decent tech profile and all other things being same, which of the following puts me in a better standing for ISB.

A GMAT of 680 (Q47, V36) or a GRE of 321 (Q161, V160).

Thanks,
Neil.

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Hello,

Could someone please help evaluate my profile and suggest what I can improve on before I submit my application.

Applying during R3

Age : 29
Education: Masters in Industrial Engineer, NC State, Raleigh, USA. 3.51/4
Bachelors in Mechanical Engineer Anna University, India 79%

Current Role: Senior Quality Compliance Engineer
Work Ex: 5.8 years with Schneider Electric USA in various Operations Roles(Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineer)

Extra Curricular: Chapter Leader for a popular Non profit (2016)
Volleyball coach for a local high school girls team
Cricket player

Post MBA Goals:
To get into Operations Consulting/Management Consulting in Canada(I am a Canadian PR and want to moe there post the MBA)

GMAT: 690(49Q+34V)

Thank You in advance for your perusal of my profile.

Kind Regards

Hi Sanjeev,

Just want to understand this. You are working in USA and want to move to Canada post MBA. Wouldn't a Canadian MBA make more sense then? How does ISB come into picture?

Hi Tush1992,

You are correct, if I were to stay back in Canada the Canadian MBA makes more sense, but I want the flexibility of advanced career growth outside Canada(Middle east or India) thus the question about ISB.

Moreover from what I have learn't, a Canadian MBA(Queens/IVEY) will not get me far outside Canada, USA included. That is why I am looking for a better brand .

Hi Friends,

Please evaluate my profile.

I am 31 years old. I have 9+ years of work experience in the Government of India as a Gazetted Officer. I was selected in my current post with rank 47 in the All India Examination with over 3 lakh candidates. I have in past conducted 4 elections in Delhi as a central part of the ELection Team. I have also audited major Companies of the Government of India. Currently, I am in the International Relations division of my office looking towards fostering a strong relationship of my organisation with the concerned organisations of the World.

I have pursued B. CoM from the University of Delhi and have a Post Graduate Diploma in International Marketing from the University of Delhi. I was adjudged as the Best Student of the Year in my college and have also held various leadership positions in my college.

I love travelling and have visited 12 countries till date.

My GMAT score is 680.

Hi,

Please evaluate my profile.

Age : 30 (Female)
- B.E (Mechanical) – 69% ( VTU,Belgaum)
(Final year project on ‘design and Fabrication of Wind Tunnel’ sponsored by IISc, Bangalore)
- Class XII – 83% (Karnataka state board)
- Class X – 89.28 % (Karnataka state board)


Work Experience – 4 years
1. EA / First AD to the Business Head of Colors Kannada Cluster, VIACOM18 Media Pvt Ltd.
(October, 2017 – Till date)

- Responsible for the ‘Commoners’ casting for BIgg Boss season 6.
- Creatively involved in the Revamp of Colors super channel which was spearheaded by the campaign title ‘June tingalu Super tingalu’ in which 8 new TV shows for successfully launched.
- Responsible for the Content Analysis of shows of Regional and International market for the study of Business Head.
- Creatively contributing in the ideation of new stories.
- Mentoring new writers.


2. Sales Engineer at AT India Autoparts Pvt Ltd ( A subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan)
- Was responsible for handling the key accounts of Customers like Toyota Kirloskar Motors and Toyota Kirloskar Autoparts
- Making sales plan for the review by Business head
- Responsible for New Business Development in the South Market


3. Area Sales Manager at Kirloskar Oil engines ltd, Pune
- Responsible for sales of Diesel Engines in Off- Highway segment in Southern India
- Independently handling a business with a sales turnover of over Rs.135 crore, catering to a customer base consisting of major OEMs of earthmoving/construction/material handling equipments and Industrial Engines Distributors.
- Conducting Market research for new business development

Please help me know if am eligible to apply for ISB and what score should i aim for.

Thank you so much!

Hello sahejghai

While your work profile is interesting and unique for ISB, what will matter the most are your career goals and how they fit with ISB.
Looking at your age (which is an outlier) and different work ex, not sure what your long term goals are and why the need to pursue PGP.
If you have strong reasons and can communicate that well you have a good chance of getting shortlisted for the interview.
However, now that R2 is over, we do not know how selective R3 is going to be as this is the first time ISB has added this round.

Best
Varun Sharma
+919137133507
MBAkarma.com
GMAT Score Predictor
info@mbakarma.com

Hello med3003

Very different profile indeed.
While even a 680 could give someone like you a good chance at ISB, presenting a realistic picture of career goals will be key to your application.
Since your profile is different, and you do not come from 'feeder' profiles, ISB would look at your career goals and the rationale and ability to reach these goals post ISB.

Best
Varun Sharma
+919137133507
MBAkarma.com
GMAT Score Predictor
info@mbakarma.com

Thank You for the feedback. I am concerned about the 680 score. Is it too less for ISB?

My friend- as written in my previous response, in your case 680 is not a bigger worry, but what your career goals are and how you present them.
With such a unique profile communicating why ISB is the logical next step in your career is crucial.

Best
Varun Sharma
+919137133507
MBAkarma.com
GMAT Score Predictor
info@mbakarma.com

Hi Med 3003,

You seem to have switched your career completely. That will need some explanation to the adcom. Also what you wish to do going ahead will be supremely important - when you have already made such a drastic career change once, I'd be interested to know why you need the MBA at all. So your career goals really must justify the MBA

With regards to the GMAT, I'd recommend a 700+. And yes, you are eligible to apply as are most other applicants on this forum

Hi Sahejghai,

A couple of questions for you. Without knowing the answers to these I am lost:
1. what do you want to do after the MBA? Both short term and long term goals
2. why do you want an MBA?