Pranavg0113
Hi,
I am planning to apply for MiM program in top universities. Targeting GMAT score of 700-730.
Below are my profile details-
- Bachelor's in Technology(B.Tech) in Information Technology - CGPA - 8.4(around 87%)
- 1.5 years of work-ex as a Salesforce Developer in Capgemini.(Until Feb 2022 - have resigned thereafter to prepare for my GMAT)
- 2 certifications in Salesforce.
- Working with NGO since past 1.5 years.
- Currently working as a motivational speaker in different schools.
- Planning to build on my LinkedIn as a speaker.
I am also planning to take some more certifications related to finance and consulting.( Any recommendations would be really helpful )
So seeing that my profile is average what are my chances of getting into Top Universities for MiM?
And how can I improve it?
Hello
Pranavg0113 hope you are doing well
A few more details can add value here, such as your college pedigree (Tier1 / non-feeder), academic accolades, and Extracurricular from school/college (lead positions held in clubs, events organized, etc).
For what would seem like an average profile otherwise, your NGO experience and the motivational speaking gigs can be the redeeming features. What does the NGO do? Have you contributed to this cause in an impactful manner, how? What do you speak about as a motivator? How are you able to get these gigs? What is the thought behind this activity and how do you think this helps the TG? I strongly suggest you continue building on your experience in these areas to differentiate yourself. Needless to say that a high GMAT would be important if you want to keep some of the better-ranked schools on your list. Your professional stint would prove helpful in demonstrating project management and stakeholder management experiences. Have you worked with international stakeholders as well?
What do you want to do after the MiM and in the long term? How would your prior experience help you get into the roles you wish to pursue? There's a lot of introspection and research that needs to be done to select the right set of schools and present a compelling case for your candidacy. Once you have the GMAT score, reaching out to admissions offices to get some candid feedback on your profile can set the right expectations and help you to filter options. But since a good GMAT score is going to be a big part of it, I suggest you get it out of the way at the earliest so that you can focus on your essays and applications.
If you need professional guidance on your application strategy feel free to reach out.
Best wishes