Hi,
I would like to get expert opinion for my profile evaluation and gauge my chances of getting into Tier 1 business school. I am applying for 2020-2021 batch.
Please refer my details below:
Name: D. Sushil Kumar
Citizenship: India
Age: 33 years
Total work experience: 12 Years 7 months.
GMAT score: 710 (Q48, V39)
Education Details:
Class 10th Score: 85 %
Class 12th Score: 90%
Undergrad (2003-2007): B-Tech in mechanical engineering from National institute of technology, Warangal (NITW)- Tier 1 institute.
CGPA: 7.3 (as per GMAT conversion this is 4 out of 4?)
Work experience:
1. Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (India's leading automobile manufacturer): June 2007- Dec 2012
Department: Research and development
Position: Deputy manager ( Promoted once in 4 years)
Role: Managing product life cycle and carrying out digital simulations.
2. Bajaj Auto Ltd ( World's third largest motorcycle manufacturer) : Dec 2012- current
Department: Research and development
Position: Manager (Promoted once in 4 years)
Role: Leading digital mockup group (team of 5). Responsible for vehicle integration and all digital simulations related to vehicle assembly, ergonomics & service.
International exposure:
1. On the Job training at Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan (Sep 2008 - Nov 2008)
2. Training at Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan(Oct 2010 - Mar 2011). Also underwent language and cultural training under Japan's AOTS program.
Extracurricular activities:
1. Secured 149th position at All India Level English Proficiency during 1998-99.
2. Volunteer - Help Age India, for the cause and care of the elderly.
3. Was an active member of e-Parivartan, a CSR initiative at Maruti (Taught 30 underprivileged kids)
Languages Known: English, Hindi, Telugu & Japanese (beginner)
Recommendations: Can secure excellent recos from GM in current organization and DGM in previous organization.
Post MBA goal: Would like to make a career shift and work in product planning and strategy group of a major automotive OEM.
Target Schools: INSEAD, MIT ,Booth, Kellog, ISB, LBS, HEC , Said, Judge, IMD, IESE, IE.
Based on my profile can you please let me know which are good reach schools. Would really appreciate it if you can suggest any other schools that I should target for.
In addition to this, is a high work experience (10+ years) a concern? Does it affect my changes of getting into a B school? If yes, then how can I maximize my chances of getting an admit?