Hi guys, I am planning to apply to LBS for its MBA programme for 2023 intake.
I currently work as a strategy manager at a pharmaceutical firm based in London. The firm is based in London but has offices in the Middle East as well as India. I basically work with the CEO to raise capital, work with bankers, identify potential markets and perform market research. I have made pitch decks for investors as well as clients and have been a part of the global sales efforts as well.
I also interact with universities within U.K. for our demand for Human Resources (broad level skill and training requirements are discussed so that universities can incorporate them into their training programmes).
I previously worked as a consultant with a big4 in their front office consulting (treasury transformation and cost optimisation) team based out of Mumbai for over 3 years. I also performed well at a secondment where I had to manage an AUM and liquidity of around GBP 750 million for a telecommunications major in india and also received an LoR from the client during a 6 month stint while I was working with the Big4.
I also also worked with a Bulge bracket investment bank in their Mumbai office (Middle office role wherein i interacted with onshore teams from NY/LDN/HongKong etc to analyse derivative products sold by the bank) for around 10 months before my big4 job. I am a graduate in finance from NMIMS . I have been keen on wanting to apply to top European programmes but at unsure about any programme outside of LBS and INSEAD.
I would be really grateful if you can help me with this dilemma:
1. I am considering applying to LBS and INSEAD for my MBA this year, I wanted to know if my profile would be suitable or should I gather some more work experience before applying.
I have a total of 5 years of professional work experience.
2. My target is to work for internal strategy/leadership programmes with corporates/banks post MBA.
Stats
Age : 26
Undergraduate CGPA: 3.05/4
Targeted GMAT score: 750 and above
Additional Certifications: Cleared FRM Level 1
Any feedback is highly appreciated
Regards,
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