Profile Evaluation ISB Hyderabad

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Hi,

I am 26 year old female. I wish to apply to ISB hyderabad PGP program as it is the only one which accepts candidates below 5 years of experience.

Education: Bachelor's of Engineering from Mumbai University 7.6 GPA

10th : 89% state board
12th : 80% state board

GMAT : Haven't taken yet but mocks scores are 700,720,710

Job details : Total experience 3.4 years

2016-2017 : Software developer in a startup founded by ex-Edelweiss CTO. Though my designation was software developer I've done project management, client meetings and have led the team in developing critical banking project for one of the biggest bank in India

2017-2019: Worked as Business Analyst in Capital Markets and Broking Domain with Angel Broking. I worked on a trading product and looked after all its development planning and coordinated with the software developers to make the product live

2019-current : Working with IT services firm as Senior Business Analyst. I have initiated the project and its with the national depository in India. It will change how the educational documents are processed by all government and private firms in India. 
You can consider it like Aadhaar for educational qualification. The product is still in development phase and will take time.

Certifications:

1) NISM depository Operations Certification 
2) Certified Business Analyst

International Experience : None

Other experiences :

1) Cofounded a software development company while in college. I looked after the project management and assignment part to the freelance developers and make sure the projects are delivered properly and as per requirements given by clients. The startup was shut operations as my partner left for international opportunity.

2) Worked on family business which was a parcel kitchen restaurant. I looked after digital marketing.

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Post-MBA Goal: I want to get into product management role with product companies. I also have capital markets knowledge hence financial management role will also work for me.

Kindly review my profile and also suggest other one year MBA programs if I fit in them. I am trying to apply for third round or next year

Thanks

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ISBeacon · Answer

Very distinct activities (startup, family business, and software development, among others).

While you've not mentioned your goal (motivation for MBA), your profile should interest the admissions committee (assuming you have a decent GMAT score).

GyanOne · Answer

Hi  paU1i

Though you come from a technology background, you have some differentiated projects by way of application that will help you stand apart. 
- Overall work experience is fine, though more technology oriented. The Business Analyst certification helps. 
- The entrepreneurial/family business stints are nice add-ons.
- Acads are fine. 7.6 is actually quite good for Mumbai University. 
- No details on your ECA here so cannot comment on those. Please provide some details for an assessment of those. 
- Aim for a GMAT as much over 700 as possible. 710+ will give you the feasibility to apply.

Hope this helps. Feel free to come back with more queries as needed.

paU1i · Answer

Hi Gyanone,

Thanks for your reply.

As extra curriculars I work in a NGO for past 2 years which is related to mental health. I am one of the founding members of the NGO. Other than that I don't have much extra curriculars.

If possible can you also please recommend me some other one year mba schools based on my end goal and profile?

GyanOne · Answer

Hi  paU1i

Founding an NGO is a plus. Will help on the ECA front. You might also want to showcase other ECAs to show a well-rounded profile. For other schools, as this thread is only for ISB, will respond to you  on this thread .

Hope this helps. Feel free to come back with more queries as needed.

paU1i · Answer

Just a last query, what other ECAs will help?
As I mentioned I don't have much extracurriculars which are worth showcasing. 
I do have few appreciation certifications and have been creative head in college festival but don't have much proofs to prove that.

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Ayush Sinha · Answer

Hi, Could somebody please evaluate my profile ?

Name- Ayush Sinha, M, 28

GMAT - 690 (Q49 V35 IR 3)
Academics 
10th - 93%
12th - 84%
B. Tech (From Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra) - First Class with distinction

Extra Curricular during undergrad:-
1. Two National Level Prizes in Scientific Writing Competitions.
1. Vice President in a club - organised many important events and undertook important decisions for the club for future events.

Work Experience when I apply to ISB - 5.5 years total
1. Corporate Experience - Systems Engineer at Infosys Ltd. - 2 years
Appraisal score of 4.76/5.0 in the last appraisal cycle

Them moved to Social Impact space

2. Fellow at SBI Youth for India - Led a team of 10 tribal women (who were at that time dwelling below the poverty line) to form a Social Enterprise. Later awarded by the 'Confederation of Indian Industry'. Was one among the 6 finalists to be selected out of 360 teams from all across India.

3. Currently working as Strategy Lead at the Office of a Member of Parliament in India - Worked on various social impact and policy projects worth USD 1 M. Reported to the MP on a day to day basis. Led 3-4 different teams of 3-5 people.

Why MBA - Many reasons but most important is education and knowledge and to rise up the ladder faster.
Why now? - This is the most appropriate time as I have gained substantial work experience. Also, I am planning to apply since last year.
Preferred Industry post MBA - 1. Management Consulting 2. Social Impact

antartican · Answer

Hi,
Could someone please evaluate my profile for ISB.
Gender and Age: M,31
Acads : 10th and 12th - 80% and 75%
BTech - 67% from Jaypee Noida in 2011
GMAT- 680
Work experience: 8.5 years 
With Leading IT service company.
Working as Software Quality Lead In Investment Banking domain leading large and complex Trading platform for multiple financial product.
Have lead teams with size 4-5 people.
International experience of 5 years in Singapore and London and still in London.

Reason for MBA:
Looking to move into Leadership roles in IT service based or product based company. 
I have gained good experience and knowledge on Banks and its IT systems.
Working with various stakeholders, i have gained both bottom-up and top-down view of software development and its implication in a major bank and corporate. I feel that I am now better placed to lead large projects, client and teams in a more effective way.
Please let me know in case of more queries.

Thanks in advance for the help.
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Aman1012 · Answer

Hi,

Here is my profile. 
Male India

10th-78%
12th-66%
Bachelor of Engineering - 8.6(CGPA) in Mechanical Engineering from Deemed University in India
Work Experience - 4.9 years .Working as Data Analyst in TCS in India. Having Experience of leading team of 10 people for more than 2 years. A active member of corporate social responsibility(CSR) and the active member of toastmaster club and other club that are working for NGOs that mainly deal with student education locally. There is regular interaction with client and management people from company and outside but no international exposure yet.
GMAT- Giving in FEB end(First attempt)

Certification credential - I am Charter Financial analyst(CFA) Level 3 Candidate.
National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) Certified in Derivative and Market
Certified in Financial Modelling.

Courses for MBA- Finance

Please let me know the expected GMAT score also that i should aim for.

any input would be greatly appreciated

Thanks and Regards

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hi Aman1012 Thanks for writing in and apologies for the delayed response. Your experience with TCS, particularly on the leadership front, will definitely add value to your case; at the same time, your progress with the CFA, experience with CSR, and involvement with Toastmasters will provide you with additional talking points. While no GMAT score can guarantee an interview call or a subsequent admit (and the Ad Com will look at your application as a whole), you should definitely look for a score in excess of 710 to give you a competitive chance; needless to say, the higher the score, the better your chances will be. Once the GMAT is out of the way, do focus on putting forth a well-rounded application, complete with a set of well-written essays

Hope this helps! All the best!

Aviral1995 · Answer

Hi,

I am 25 year old male. I wish to apply to ISB hyderabad PGP program as it is the only one which accepts candidates below 5 years of experience.

Education: Bachelor's of Engineering from RGPV University 7.96 GPA

10th : 9.6 CGPA CBSE board
12th : 93.4% CBSE board

GMAT : 710 (Q-49, V-36, IR-7, AWA-5.5)

Job details : Total experience 3.5 years with Deloitte

2016-present :

1. Received 2 promotions during this tenure of 3.5 years
2. Worked in data analytics field with some of the big clients in banking , Pharma and retail sector.

International Experience : None

Other experiences :

1) Cofounded a Street-Play group in college.

2) Working on family business project to bring Retail business to a digital platform.

Sagarikat · Answer

Hi,

I am a 26-year-old female. I wish to apply to ISB Hyderabad PGP program as it is the only one that accepts candidates below 5 years of experience.

Education: Bachelor's of Engineering from KIIT University 8.4 GPA

10th : 85% ICSE board
12th : 88% state board

GMAT: Haven't taken yet but mocks scores are 700,720,710

Job Details: Total experience 4.4 years

2016-2017: SW-Intern in HP R&D PPS operations Bangalore, I was a system engineer intern in HP r&d printing business for around 4 months before I got converted full time.

2017-2019: Worked as a software developer with specializations in JAVA and cloud. Have developed various printing solutions which defined a new way of printing for the company. I have worked on various projects for the cloud by specializing in various technologies w.r.t AWS, IoT, etc. For eg: Developed a solution for an end-user to print when there is a printer in proximity to connecting via Bluetooth. Build apps to provide a more secure way of printing.
 
2019-2020: Working as a senior developer in the same firm. I have initiated various projects from scratch till going live. It will change how printing can be user-specific w.r.t user privacy and data security in the cloud while using HP Printers . You can consider it like having a Gmail account in Google where all the solutions Google provides (e.g : Gdrive, Gphotos) to that account. The product is LIVE and is occupying a good amount of market in the US and Asia Pacific region.

International Experience: None

Other experiences :

1) Have always been an active volunteer from college with non-profit organizations and currently also have got an opportunity to hold various CSR events for the company eg: blood donation drive, Cloth donation drive or set up a camp to volunteer teaching hours in various schools.
2)Love traveling, have been on solo trips and also group trips to various places across India.
3) Have written 2 technical papers for various conferences inside HP forum.

Post-MBA Goal: I want to get into a management role with product companies. Have gain enough knowledge on the technology front for the products.

Kindly review my profile and also suggest other one year MBA programs if I fit in them. I am trying to apply for the third round or next year

Thanks

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