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Hello Miny,

At this point, it is time to focus on drafting a strong set of essays (rather than doubting yourself :)); the only other controllable is your GMAT score only if you feel like you would want to give it one more shot.

Please do not mention the CFA as you are yet to clear Level 1. Instead, focus on telling a story that syncs well with what you have done in the past.

The following video may prove to be helpful:


Good luck!

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The following is my academic background- (General Engineering Female)
10th - 9 cgpa
12th - 72.6 percent
Btech (Mechanical Engineering) - 8.5*/10
Gmat FE - 665.

Work Experience-
I have 2.8 years of Work Experience at Cognizant.was a Python dev.(my domain being BSF) got employee of the month twice.
I also have 3 months of NGO Work Experience.

Extra Cocurriculars (Position of Responsibility) -
I have played Basketball at the school and university level, was the university team captain(won medals), and participated in various 'Marathons for a Cause'. I have also been involved in Technical teams like Mozilla Club(I was the club lead) and SAE India(Mechanical Engineering). Apart from these, I was the coordinator of Media wing(photography and videography club) which used to cover all the small to large, technical and non-technical events in the university.was leading a team of 4 in my final year project and was also leading a team after just 1.5 years at Cognizant.

Hobbies-
I like to read books, paint, and dance(won many competitions at school and the inter-school levels)

I also tried CFA level 1. didn't clear 2 subjects (Alternative investment & Equity). Don't know whether I should mention that. I want to really study finance at a good institute. I am looking forward to applying in round 3 of ISB. I have heard that the competition is very fierce.do I stand any chance? any suggestions to better the profile are welcome.

PS: I'm really scared that I am not enough for ISB.
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Above avg GMAT score, bit below avg work exp, Good ACAD & Extra Curs. With good story you should make it to interview & hopefully admit as well
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Miny - Your work-ex and ECA's present interesting angles. Did you score higher in your GMAT mocks i.e. did you expect a higher score?

With a strong application (and interviews), you could give ISB a shot. It'd be crucial to have a strong narrative covering your trajectory, career goals, and how/ why an MBA and particularly ISB fits in.

Check out here for some guidelines and best practices on how to approach the ISB essays.

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Miny
The following is my academic background- (General Engineering Female)
10th - 9 cgpa
12th - 72.6 percent
Btech (Mechanical Engineering) - 8.5*/10
Gmat FE - 665.

Work Experience-
I have 2.8 years of Work Experience at Cognizant.was a Python dev.(my domain being BSF) got employee of the month twice.
I also have 3 months of NGO Work Experience.

Extra Cocurriculars (Position of Responsibility) -
I have played Basketball at the school and university level, was the university team captain(won medals), and participated in various 'Marathons for a Cause'. I have also been involved in Technical teams like Mozilla Club(I was the club lead) and SAE India(Mechanical Engineering). Apart from these, I was the coordinator of Media wing(photography and videography club) which used to cover all the small to large, technical and non-technical events in the university.was leading a team of 4 in my final year project and was also leading a team after just 1.5 years at Cognizant.

Hobbies-
I like to read books, paint, and dance(won many competitions at school and the inter-school levels)

I also tried CFA level 1. didn't clear 2 subjects (Alternative investment & Equity). Don't know whether I should mention that. I want to really study finance at a good institute. I am looking forward to applying in round 3 of ISB. I have heard that the competition is very fierce.do I stand any chance? any suggestions to better the profile are welcome.

PS: I'm really scared that I am not enough for ISB.
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Miny - if the ISB alum is someone who has supervised you (at work) and can provide specific instances/ examples, sure.

Remember that longevity (i.e. how long they've worked with you) and proximity (i.e. how close they've worked with you) are more important than other angles.

You could check out here for insights and tips on ISB LoR.

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Actually, I scored 665 in the last mock and 675 in the previous mock. Thanks for the input. I also wanted to ask whether having an LOR from an ISB alumnus gives your profile an edge? I have heard other great international B-schools give immense weightage to this.
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Miny - Your work-ex and ECA's present interesting angles. Did you score higher in your GMAT mocks i.e. did you expect a higher score?

With a strong application (and interviews), you could give ISB a shot. It'd be crucial to have a strong narrative covering your trajectory, career goals, and how/ why an MBA and particularly ISB fits in.


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The following is my academic background- (General Engineering Female)
10th - 9 cgpa
12th - 72.6 percent
Btech (Mechanical Engineering) - 8.5*/10
Gmat FE - 665.

Work Experience-
I have 2.8 years of Work Experience at Cognizant.was a Python dev.(my domain being BSF) got employee of the month twice.
I also have 3 months of NGO Work Experience.

Extra Cocurriculars (Position of Responsibility) -
I have played Basketball at the school and university level, was the university team captain(won medals), and participated in various 'Marathons for a Cause'. I have also been involved in Technical teams like Mozilla Club(I was the club lead) and SAE India(Mechanical Engineering). Apart from these, I was the coordinator of Media wing(photography and videography club) which used to cover all the small to large, technical and non-technical events in the university.was leading a team of 4 in my final year project and was also leading a team after just 1.5 years at Cognizant.

Hobbies-
I like to read books, paint, and dance(won many competitions at school and the inter-school levels)

I also tried CFA level 1. didn't clear 2 subjects (Alternative investment & Equity). Don't know whether I should mention that. I want to really study finance at a good institute. I am looking forward to applying in round 3 of ISB. I have heard that the competition is very fierce.do I stand any chance? any suggestions to better the profile are welcome.

PS: I'm really scared that I am not enough for ISB.
*The grading here is absolute, unlike the common standard of relative marking schemes in universities.
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