mbaMission Admissions Consultant
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Re: Profile evaluation - Journalist
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30 Jun 2012, 08:51
Hello Avantika, thanks for your question.
I do think your journalism experience can potentially differentiate you from other applicants in your demographic pool – that’s a plus.
Of course, the fact that you already have a grad degree puts the onus on you to clearly explain why the shift in your career ambitions. In terms of your post-MBA goals, paint a picture that cohesively ties together your past, present, and future. Demonstrate to the admissions committees that your desired career path necessitates an MBA. Identify the specific gaps that stand between you and your short- and long-term goals (knowledge, skills, experiences, network, etc.) and show how business school would directly address those gaps. The more clearly you can show that you truly need a business degree to start a magazine and/or manage a media house or non-profit, the more compelling your case will be! There are leaders in those roles who don’t have MBAs – why do you need one?
I taking the GMAT will help you whittle your school list. Feel free to write back when you have a score. We can then better assess the tiers you might target.
I hope this helps!
Best of luck,
Brian