Profile Evaluation - ISB,NUS,NTU

Question

Hello Everyone, Indian, Male here. I just took my GMAT recently and scored a 740 -> Q48, V42, Still awaiting my AWA scores.

Acads/WorkEx: CBSE school -> 88% in 10th, 84%in 12th Engineer (Tier 1 college not named IIT/NIT) -> 7.1 CGPA Currently working as an analytics consultant in a company that provides analytics services. Since my client is a Fortune 500 tech MNC, I interact with people from US,UK and AU on a regular basis. My role has a great mix of Business, Engineering and Data science where I act as a bridge between these 3 while providing actionable insights to improve the business (Similiar to a PM role,This is a big part of why i want to pursue an MBA). Although i've only worked for ~3 years, i act as the team lead which has allowed me to demonstrate leadership. Also, won employee of the year award once. Extra curriculars: School - Pupil leader, Basketball team captain (Have certificate proof) University level Basketball player, Competed at inter-zones, which is similiar to NCAA in the USA albeit being a way less competitive league (No certificate proof) Also, aspiring powerlifter and track athlete (High jump) I'm looking to apply for the programs at ISB, NUS and NTU. Can someone tell me if these are realistic targets ? and If not, what I lack in my profile ? Also, opinions on applying to some B-schools in the UK like Oxford Said, Cambridge Judge, HEC Paris, ESADE, IESE ? Are these feasible targets if i get a solid SOP/LOR ? P.S: I'm new here. Any advice on improving my posts are appreciated

Thanks !

MBAkarma · Answer

Hello Gauthamkailash Most of the schools on your list seem feasible from a 'profile stats' point of view. What that means is your quantitative credentials are good for these schools. What are these 'stats'? GMAT, Role, Years of Work ex UnderGrad school, GPA etc. (things that are easy to measure) But admissions is not just 'quantitative', is it? Feasibility will also depend on the depth of your work ex (namely career progress and achievements), involvement in extracurricular activities (enhances your diversity) and clear career goals (that should fit your profile as well as the profile of the B School.) See if reading here and here helps. Best Varun Sharma +919137133507 MBAkarma.com GMAT Score Predictor info@mbakarma.com

pytha1gurus · Answer

Gautham, Most of these schools- you are not ruled out. You will have 4 years of work experience by the time you join them, and your GMAT Score is on the good side as well. I think you should have a fair chance. Please send your resume to Jatin@pythagurus.com , and let me have a closer look at your progression, and your extracurriculars . You have not picked up any US Schools. Is it Uncle Trump?

I think you can do better schools as well Gautham. Worst case scenario- you will get rejected. Go get rejected. That is okay. But I strongly believe that you can do better. Share your resume. Let me see before I give a strong opinion. Thanks, Jatin

Gauthamkailash · Answer

Thanks for the responses. 
And about not applying for US schools, it's due to personal reasons mainly. But yeah, shelling out a huge amount is a risk i can't afford to take, when things under the Trump admin have an added layer of uncertainty.

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MBADecoder · Answer

Hi Gautham,

Your profile looks good man! The GMAT is definitely good, the GPA looks average and the work experience - as you have explained- sounds competitive. We'll understand better if we see the details.

Your b-school selection is good. But its never my advise to apply to so many. I'd recommend you look deeper into each of these programs- specifically the curriculum, employment and the student composition. Select 5-7 b-schools based on the ones you like and see a fit and apply there. Build solid applications for fewer schools.

Feel free to share your resume with us. I'd e happy to answer your questions.

sachin97singhania · Answer

Below is my profile with a couple of questions:

Need an honest advice! ISB R2 2025

I'm a 27 year old senior analyst working at BCG for the past 2.5 years, post this I was at Merkle Sokrati (dentsu) & have a total of 6 years of work ex.

My acads are as follows:
10th - 9.8 GPA
12th - 80%
CGPA - 7.4 (82%) SRMIST, B Tech Engineer

Have worked with couple of start-ups during college & have received multiple awards in my professional career as well.

I am aiming for ISB R2 this year & have a GRE score of 325.

My biggest dilemma is should I give a re-attempt considering I've a decent professional background & more than required work-ex?

Spoke to a couple of folks, they said 325 GRE won't cut it for R2 and it's better to apply in R3, but my worry is will R3 have enough seats to accommodate a generic profile like me?

ARINGO · Answer

Hi sachin97singhania
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, it looks good on the surface. With 6 years of solid experience at firms like BCG and Merkle Sokrati adds value to your application. Your academic background is also commendable, with excellent school and college performance, and your involvement with startups and the awards you've earned demonstrate leadership and initiative.

Your GRE score of 325 is competitive, but I understand your concern, especially when aiming for a school like ISB where the admissions process is highly selective. Regarding a retake, it would depend on whether you feel you can achieve a significant improvement. A higher score would enhance your application, but your professional experience and achievements are also equally important. I would recommend applying in R2 as it allows you to get your application in while there's still ample opportunity for consideration.

I'd suggest reviewing your CV to ensure your strengths are clearly communicated. If you'd like, feel free to connect.

Click here to connect for a detailed discussion.
You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
Good Luck!

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hello  Gauthamkailash ,

Profile-wise, everything appears alright and your chances will depend on how well you are able to portray the strengths in your profile and link your experiences to your proposed goals.

Having said the above, ideally, you should be looking at applying to the European schools (especially Judge and HEC Paris) with additional work experience as they would value it. ISB, NTU, and NUS are good options and you should apply.

Hope this helps.

All the best!

TheRedPen · Answer

Hi  Gauthamkailash ,

Your profile is quite strong, with a solid academic background, relevant work experience, and impressive extracurriculars. Your GMAT score of 740 is excellent and positions you well for top-tier MBA programs.

Given your profile, you have a strong chance of getting into top-tier programs like ISB, NUS, and NTU.

International Schools:

INSEAD: Your international exposure and strong work experience align well with INSEAD's global focus.
London Business School: Known for its strong finance and consulting programs, it could be a good fit for your profile.
HEC Paris: A strong option for those interested in strategy and consulting.
Cambridge Judge Business School: A good choice for those interested in technology and innovation.
Oxford Said Business School: Offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience.

Would you like to discuss your specific career goals and how an MBA can help you achieve them? This can help us refine your target school list and provide more tailored advice. You can  schedule a free call  with our consultants or connect directly via call at +91 7780769732.

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admitStreet · Answer

sachin97singhania - how were your mocks/ target scores i.e. did you expect to score higher? If you believe you can improve the score - applying with higher score in R3 (for ISB) would likely present better chances than the current score in R2. What are your career goals post MBA, and are you also considering other geographies? Regards, Arvind Founder, admitStreet | Request a free chat W: https://admitstreet.com | LinkedIn | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com

Vivekgai · Answer

Hello,
Greeting of the day.
I m requesting a honest feedback on my profile.
10 th 88% ICSE
12 th 90% CBSE
B TECH production engg from pantnagar university 79%
Gmat FE 615
Targeting iim a pgpx and isb pgp
Work ex : airforce fighter pilot with over 1300 hrs of flying
Qualified flying instructor with 200 plus flying hrs of training new aircraft as well as conducting classes.
Currently tenting appointment of training program coordinator at airforce academy.

12 plus years of service

Gallantry award conferred by president of india
Certification like pmp, psm, six sigma, tableau etc

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