Nalinikantpatro wrote:
Hi,
Please evaluate my profile,
1 inconsistent academics , 10th 9.0 GPA, 12th - 69%, btech - 7.52
2. Gmat score - 710
3. Workex - 4.5 years by mar'2021, working at senior analyst, have worked in 4 companies till now, have done leadership work in the last one,
4. Have a strong background of sports and extracircular, and have had a history of a startup in college.
5. Worked in an NGO for a year
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Hi
Nalinikantpatro,
The first thing that we need to address in your profile is your academic record. Since you are applying for a masters degree, the endeavours in your undergraduate and above is what is considered relevant. Keeping this in mind, your undergraduate CGPA of 7.52 which though appears to be of decent stature still lacks when it comes to competing with other strong applicants. Having said that, you can turn the tables by posing the right alibi such as your focus on transforming yourself holistically by paying equal attention to your extracurricular activities and academics. Adding to that, your GMAT score of 710 is indicative of your excellent hold on the academic front which will definitely allow you to target ISB.
Coming to your work experience, you have worked for a period of 4.5 years which is a decent amount of practical experience for an MBA program. In order to stand out from the crowd, you most certainly should focus on your leadership roles and major projects of your work and how these experiences helped to develop and further groom your skills and knowledge. Albeit, if you lack big brand names (since you haven’t mentioned anything about it) under your profile, you can compensate for the same by highlighting how you went above and beyond in your endeavours, the intensity of your work, the impacts you created and what were your major takeaways.
Speaking of your extracurricular participation, you mentioned that you have a strong background in sports and extracurricular activities wherein you even have a history of starting your own startup in college where you can highlight your entrepreneurial bent and how even though it was short-lived, you were able to learn a lot of things. Moreover, you can also mention how you were able to create positive impact through this program.
Your volunteering role for social causes with an NGO showcases your strong interest in developing your profile holistically by highlighting your ability to take up initiatives, impact others, and to empathize with other people. Showcasing such traits will further strengthen your application. In addition to this, you could also take up some certifications or courses, since the top B schools are on the lookout for applicants who are on the path of constantly upskilling themselves.
Now when it comes to ISB, it comes under the dream category school, which means you have a 50% chance of acceptance. To boost your chances of acceptance you can draw attention to the stronger aspects of your profile which can be achieved through your application. Your application is basically what can differentiate you by highlighting your strengths and overshadowing your weaknesses which in your case is your rather low GPA. You also need to showcase your journey and how you are a great value addition to the school. Additionally, it also carries a 30% impact on your admission prospects which is why I would urge you to pay more attention to the same. Moreover, I would suggest that you hedge your bets wisely by targeting a good mix of 6-8 schools in the dream, competitive, and safe category.
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