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LordCheems
25 Oct 2023, 01:33
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Hi, I'd really appreciate it if someone reviewed my profile.
Background: Indian, 28M (at matriculation), BE(Hons) Computer Science from a top college in India (BITS Pilani)
CGPA: 7.9/10
GMAT: 720(Q51, V35) (I was well on track for 750+, made a silly error, and lost a lot of time.)
Since I had to undergo a crucial surgery, I did not want to waste the score and applied to Fuqua and Johnson.
Did not receive an invite at Fuqua and awaiting the result at Cornell Johnson.
I am preparing for GMAT again since I believe I can score better and want to target R2 at my dream schools.
Work Ex: 2 yrs at Oracle, 2 yrs at FAANG, Currently CTO of my own startup.
I will have ~5 yrs of work exp at matriculation.
What has changed from R1 to R2 ?
As of now, nothing. However, I believe that my startup will be live before R2 applications. Will the revenue generated help my profile?
Does having a pre-seed startup negatively affect the application?
Post MBA industry: I would like to continue with Tech and climb my way up to leadership roles(ultimate goal)
Alternative: Consulting
Target Schools:
Ambitious: HBS, GSB [Will only apply if my score is exceptional]
My actual target: Kellog, Yale, Haas, Sloan [Considering I am able to increase my score by 20-30 pts]
Safe: Tepper
Thanks and Regards
Background: Indian, 28M (at matriculation), BE(Hons) Computer Science from a top college in India (BITS Pilani)
CGPA: 7.9/10
GMAT: 720(Q51, V35) (I was well on track for 750+, made a silly error, and lost a lot of time.)
Since I had to undergo a crucial surgery, I did not want to waste the score and applied to Fuqua and Johnson.
Did not receive an invite at Fuqua and awaiting the result at Cornell Johnson.
I am preparing for GMAT again since I believe I can score better and want to target R2 at my dream schools.
Work Ex: 2 yrs at Oracle, 2 yrs at FAANG, Currently CTO of my own startup.
I will have ~5 yrs of work exp at matriculation.
What has changed from R1 to R2 ?
As of now, nothing. However, I believe that my startup will be live before R2 applications. Will the revenue generated help my profile?
Does having a pre-seed startup negatively affect the application?
Post MBA industry: I would like to continue with Tech and climb my way up to leadership roles(ultimate goal)
Alternative: Consulting
Target Schools:
Ambitious: HBS, GSB [Will only apply if my score is exceptional]
My actual target: Kellog, Yale, Haas, Sloan [Considering I am able to increase my score by 20-30 pts]
Safe: Tepper
Thanks and Regards
01 Nov 2023, 23:01
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Hi LordCheems,
Thanks for posting your profile. I'm so sorry to hear you had to undergo surgery, and I hope you are back to full health now.
I also hope a re-take of the GMAT will yield the score you're targeting. If so, then that will certainly improve your candidacy at the schools on your list, especially the ultra-competitive schools like HBS and GSB.
I think you have many strengths to highlight in your profile, including your entrepreneurial spirit. To answer your questions - no, I don't think having a pre-seed startup will negatively affect your candidacy. Of course, revenue is a good proof of concept, so it should help bolster your achievement.
As you pull your apps together, be sure to describe what specific problem in Tech you want to solve (or what problem you want to solve with Tech). Also, be clear about Why MBA? What specific skillset or knowledge are you seeking at business school that you are not learning at your startup?
If you can articulate this compellingly in your essays, that would be the key to your application success. If you would like to discuss your profile in more detail, feel free to schedule a 1:1 consultation with us. Wishing you the best in your MBA journey!
Sincerely,
Debbie
Thanks for posting your profile. I'm so sorry to hear you had to undergo surgery, and I hope you are back to full health now.
I also hope a re-take of the GMAT will yield the score you're targeting. If so, then that will certainly improve your candidacy at the schools on your list, especially the ultra-competitive schools like HBS and GSB.
I think you have many strengths to highlight in your profile, including your entrepreneurial spirit. To answer your questions - no, I don't think having a pre-seed startup will negatively affect your candidacy. Of course, revenue is a good proof of concept, so it should help bolster your achievement.
As you pull your apps together, be sure to describe what specific problem in Tech you want to solve (or what problem you want to solve with Tech). Also, be clear about Why MBA? What specific skillset or knowledge are you seeking at business school that you are not learning at your startup?
If you can articulate this compellingly in your essays, that would be the key to your application success. If you would like to discuss your profile in more detail, feel free to schedule a 1:1 consultation with us. Wishing you the best in your MBA journey!
Sincerely,
Debbie
03 Nov 2023, 01:52
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LordCheems
You've got a solid foundation with your BITS Pilani degree and a decent GPA. Your work experience is impressive—Oracle, FAANG, and now CTO at your startup. That's a narrative that can really stand out.
The GMAT score is good, but yeah, for the big guns like HBS and GSB, pushing it a bit higher can make a real difference. It's competitive out there, and every point counts.
Your startup going live is exciting and can definitely add to your story. Revenue is a bonus that can show some early success. Don't worry about the startup vibe being a negative. It's the opposite. It shows initiative and leadership.
For R2, with a stronger GMAT and your startup gaining some traction, schools like Kellogg, Yale, Haas, and Sloan are within reach.
We've helped folks get into M7, so we can definitely dive deeper into your profile. If you're looking for a more in-depth analysis or strategy discussion, feel free to schedule a free call with us using this link - https://calendly.com/scorequest/30min
