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Hi All,
I am looking to re do an MBA program from tier -1 institute specially to hone my skills further and uplift my career. Based on my profile can you please suggest on my chances and GMAT score which I should target:


Age: 35
Gender: Male
Status: Married
Kids: One

Edu:
10th - (1997) 69%
12th - (1999)56%
B.Sc. -(2002) 59%
M.A. - (2004)56%
PGPBM (MBA) (2006) -6.36/8 (Tier 2/3 institute)

Certificate:
Licentiate life insurance institute
CFA investment foundation
Certified Scrum Master


Exp: (12 year appx.)
16 month - NGO (as volunteer)
5.5 years - Business analyst with life insurance company
1.9 year - Consultant - IT company (both India and Australia)
3.9 year - Project manager (Asset management company) (frequent business travel to UK)

Extracurricular:
President and Governor award in scouting
NCC ‘C’ certificate
Debate and drama awards at schools
Few team awards during work

Hi,

Could you please help in evaluating my profile and suggest the possibilities of strengthening the same.

My second attempt in GMAT will be in August. The first attempt I've failed miserably and find no point in considering the score.
Currently Aiming at 700+ score.

Academic Background:
Primary and High school was in Muscat, Oman. 10th Grade score- 80% (CBSE)
Secondary Schooling was done in Andhra Pradesh, India. 12th Grade score- 81% (State Board)
Graduated in Chemical Engineering from Caledonian College of Engineering, (Program Affiliated to VIT U, Chennai, India). GPA- 8.54

Internship:
A 2 month long internship in Oman's Biggest Oil & Petroleum manufacturing company, ORPIC. I was placed in the Process & Operation Department.

Work Experience:
I have graduated in July 2014. Currently working in the FMCG Retail sector in the Purchase department for Imports in one of the biggest conglomerates in Muscat, with the name Khimji Ramdas. We have around 90+ stores for which I manage the ordering of all Imported products as well as the replenishment planning. Key account manager for all my Import Suppliers around the world. I will be completing 2 years on this job in November 2017.

Passion:
While doing my engineering and till I joined my job in November 2015, I ran my own home business very successfully of Bespoke Cakes. Participated in almost around 10-12 exhibition events with my cake stalls.
Baking is my passion and I look forward to opening my bakery chain in the future.

Accomplishments:
Student Volunteer for 2 prestigious Conferences on Harnessing Natural Resources in Muscat.
Merit Award in Engineering for Year 1,2&3.
Proud Member of Toastmasters International in Muscat for the Past one year. Reached up to the Division contest within a year in Internation Speech. Visited the biggest District contest in the WORLD (District 20) and had an excellent exposure.

Post ISB (fingers crossed)-
Would love to explore the banking sector which I feel would widen my current exposure. Also, I intend to start up my own business as mentioned above.

Please suggest on my chances of getting through R1 2018 Intake and will it be advisable to apply for R2 considering my WE (Just 2years till R2), if I don't achieve a good GMAT score by August?
Also, I look forward to obtaining a scholarship, How attainable could it be with my profile? (Bridge to India scholarship offered by ISB)

Looking forward to expert advice/suggestions.

Thank you in Advance,
Kavya.

Hello,

Class Xth : 86.5% (ICSE)
Class XIIth : 75% (State board)
B.Tech- Chemical Engg : 7.6/10 (State govt institute)
GMAT : 670
Job : Working in a public sector steel plant for last 5 years.
: Worked as team leader as well as member of different cross function teams
Extracurricular: Active cricket player, organised fests during graduation, Active participation in CSR activities sponsored by my organisation.
Additional : Certified Lean Six Sigma Green belt

I have few questions :-
1) Is my GMAT score sufficient to be considered at ISB, SPJIMR, IIM's ?
2) Are my extracurricular activities enough to leave a mark ?
3) How is the placement scenario in operational roles in the ISB, IIM's, SPJIMR?

Dear All,

Kindly review my profile as per your convenience.

Academic Credentials:
Class Xth – 85%
Class XIIth – 70%
B.Pharm (2012) – 8.0 CGPA, from Gujarat Technological University
M.S. (Pharm) (2014) – 9.2 CGPA, From National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research
During my master, I have got an U.S. Patent and Research Publication.

GMAT- will be giving by mid Aug,2017 (aiming to score 700+, should I apply in R1 if I get 700?)

Professional Work Experience:

1ST Company: (27 months)

Global procurement consulting firm: I started as an analyst became Sr. Analyst in 1 year. I was leading team of few other analysts but only for few projects. I had worked for number of top Pharma and Medtech companies for their procurement and sourcing consulting requests. During this I had published 2 market research and consulting articles in other renowned publication. I had also been involved in generating additional sales for company. Won couple of awards during the same.

2nd Company: (8 months)

Global Healthcare analytics and consulting firm:

Joined as an analyst (due to different hierarchy of company). I have been working on consulting and syndicated reports for major Medtech firms and Big three management consulting firms. During this I had published 3 market research and consulting articles in other renowned publication. I had also been involved in generating additional sales for company. Won couple of awards during the same.

Looking forward to the review and guidance.

I am an Engg. + MBA graduate with having 10 years of experience. Did my Engg & MBA from Tier 3 collages in India.
My scores are as follows,

10th: 74%

10+2: 63.7%

BE: 65%

MBA: 66%

I have some questions:

1. Is my profile suitable for IIM A/B/C/ISB?

Hullo guys,

I am currently serving as a marine engineer with work ex of 4 years in Maersk Line.
10th - 83 %
12th - 78 %
UG cgpa- 8.15 (BSME from TMI off campus centre of BITS PILANI)
Current rank - Fourth Engineer
Similar to most people of my field, have worked or rather lived with multinational crew on board ships.
Would be indebted if my profile could be analysed for ISB and what min. gmat score would give me fair chance.

Hi somgmat,

We think you have a good profile but you must work on making it spectacular:
1. On the work experience front, leading a team within such a short period of time is good. You must highlight learnings from this in your application, it will add an extra zing. A promotion at workplace will help too.
2. Academically, we think you've done well so far. It will be great if you can also aim for a higher GMAT. A 720+ would place you well above your peers.
3. On the extracurricular side, we think the elements are there- you can showcase a couple of activities that add uniqueness to your profile. For instance, ISB has a thriving Toastmasters community, so if you're good in public speaking, you should definitely highlight this. Do you write a blog or contribute to any existing publications? Writing has become commoditized, so it would be great if you can demonstrate an impact or a following to your writings.

We think that you definitely stand a chance: give your GMAT, get your promotion and sort out your extracurriculars so that they pack a punch. If need be, take your time and apply for R2.

Feel free to reach out for a detailed discussion.

I am an Engg. + MBA graduate with having 10 years of experience. Did my Engg & MBA from Tier 3 collages in India.
My scores are as follows,

10th: 74%

10+2: 63.7%

BE: 65%

MBA: 66%

I have some questions:

1. Is my profile suitable for IIM A/B/C/ISB?

Dear All,

Kindly review my profile as per your convenience.

Academic Credentials:
Class Xth – 85%
Class XIIth – 70%
B.Pharm (2012) – 8.0 CGPA, from Gujarat Technological University
M.S. (Pharm) (2014) – 9.2 CGPA, From National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research
During my master, I have got an U.S. Patent and Research Publication.

GMAT- will be giving by mid Aug,2017 (aiming to score 700+, should I apply in R1 if I get 700?)

Professional Work Experience:

1ST Company: (27 months)

Global procurement consulting firm: I started as an analyst became Sr. Analyst in 1 year. I was leading team of few other analysts but only for few projects. I had worked for number of top Pharma and Medtech companies for their procurement and sourcing consulting requests. During this I had published 2 market research and consulting articles in other renowned publication. I had also been involved in generating additional sales for company. Won couple of awards during the same.

2nd Company: (8 months)

Global Healthcare analytics and consulting firm:

Joined as an analyst (due to different hierarchy of company). I have been working on consulting and syndicated reports for major Medtech firms and Big three management consulting firms. During this I had published 3 market research and consulting articles in other renowned publication. I had also been involved in generating additional sales for company. Won couple of awards during the same.

Looking forward to the review and guidance.

Hi all,
Please review my profile.
Work ex- 3 + years
10th -88.4%
12th-87.4 %
B.E in electrical engineering - 70%

Currently working in oil and gas sector as an electrical engineer.
Extra curricular - Played chess at national level , represented college in athletics(800m) , have won few open chess tournaments
Also have got one paper published in IEEE but it is purely technical.
GMAT score probable - 720+

Hi there,

Your profile may or may not be suitable for ISB & IIMs. I cannot opine unless I have more information about you. Such as :

1. Where did you work ? What capacity? Any leadership/ team work experience? Which Industry, location ?
2. Are you involved in any extra curricular activities or community service ?
3. What is your GMAT score ?
4. Why are you going for a second MBA ?

Please post all this info for a profile review. Alternatively, you can get in touch with me to discuss it over the phone.

Best,

Hi NewArrival,

While we need more information for a detailed evaluation, but here are a few thoughts.
10 years of work experience or a prior MBA are NOT roadblocks for getting an MBA. However, you need to ask yourself the right questions on Why MBA now, what are you goals and how will another MBA help you achieve this goals.

As long as you have clear answers to this, you can always apply for an MBA with a good GMAT (680+) and strong application essays.

Feel free to reach out for a detailed discussion.

Hi all,

Please review my profile. I am applying in R1 and my GMAT is 710 (Dec 2015).

Academics-
B.Tech (Mechanical engg) - JNTU - 78%
M.Tech (Mechanical engg) - IIT Guwahati - 9.6/10
PG Diploma in Marketing management (1 yr part time weekend, 2016-2017) - SIBM pune - 8.24/10


Work experience - 3 years
Manager - New product development, Passenger cars at TATA Motors Ltd
Representing R&D in new product development team to create product configurations and concepts for 2019-2023.
Worked in liaison with finance, marketing, manufacturing and design teams
Coordinated with R&D teams across Europe and India to drive project delivery as per timelines.

Part time work ex of 1 year in family business (SME manufacturing) during under graduate.
Worked to reduce production costs and acquire new clients.


Extra curricular-
Placement coordinator at IIT Guwahati
Organized fests and events during under graduate
Squash player (amateur)
Tata Motors CSR volunteer


Post MBA I wish to work in General Management / Marketing.

Thanks in advance.

Hullo guys,

I am currently serving as a marine engineer with work ex of 4 years in Maersk Line.
10th - 83 %
12th - 78 %
UG cgpa- 8.15 (BSME from TMI off campus centre of BITS PILANI)
Current rank - Fourth Engineer
Similar to most people of my field, have worked or rather lived with multinational crew on board ships.
Would be indebted if my profile could be analysed for ISB and what min. gmat score would give me fair chance.