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02 Aug 2010, 22:20
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Been a long time follower, first time poster... I would be thankful if you could review my background/profile and provide me with feedback on my chances of admission to my target schools:
Age: 30/male
Degree: BA business economics w/emphasis in accounting
GPA: UG 3.2 overall (2yr at top three CA UCs and 2yr at community college) 3.5 GPA core classes
GMAT: 740
Credential active CPA
Post MBA goal: management consulting/IB (depending on the school)
Target schools: Stern, Anderson, Ross, Darden, INSEAD, LBS, USC (backup)
Work experience: post grad, 5 years at Big 4 in asset management assurance, lead senior associate on the largest client in local office (over $3mm in budget, 12 direct reports), international work experience serving clients in London and Germany, heavily involved in internal projects (knowledge management) and other consulting projects
Extrac: founder of a non profit college career and advancement counselling, focusing on providing guidance on career-related matters by connecting volunteer corporate professionals and students. Also, very involved in JA and other work related community service roles (including some in leadership capacity).
Background and other info: I came to the states at 17, without a drop of knowledge in English (writing, reading, or speaking). I worked full time throughout school and supported myself all the way through. Worked in a few interesting positions, while in school, including project manager overseeing an offshoring project in Philippines for three months, training, supervising and coaching over 40 employees.
Other extras: avid skydiver (licensed), seasoned musician (played for 20 years) and taught music lessons to kids.
My questions are:
1) how do the target schools match up with my background? Am I being too aggressive with my selections?
2) I have read conflicting viewpoints on what is considered "too old for MBA". I understand that some schools treat this differently than others, but overall am I already priced out of the MBA admission due to my age?
3) Is my GPA too low or has the impact been mitigated due to my GMAT score along with having a CPA and higher core GPA?
4) Besides the name recognition of my employer, how do top schools view the big 4 experience or accounting in general?
5) I'm sure you've reviewed a wide range of backgrounds. How much can I leverage my cultural experience as the "differentiator"? Any suggestions on "framing" this experience to my advantage?
6) any other weaknesses/strength I should focus on?
Many thanks.
Age: 30/male
Degree: BA business economics w/emphasis in accounting
GPA: UG 3.2 overall (2yr at top three CA UCs and 2yr at community college) 3.5 GPA core classes
GMAT: 740
Credential active CPA
Post MBA goal: management consulting/IB (depending on the school)
Target schools: Stern, Anderson, Ross, Darden, INSEAD, LBS, USC (backup)
Work experience: post grad, 5 years at Big 4 in asset management assurance, lead senior associate on the largest client in local office (over $3mm in budget, 12 direct reports), international work experience serving clients in London and Germany, heavily involved in internal projects (knowledge management) and other consulting projects
Extrac: founder of a non profit college career and advancement counselling, focusing on providing guidance on career-related matters by connecting volunteer corporate professionals and students. Also, very involved in JA and other work related community service roles (including some in leadership capacity).
Background and other info: I came to the states at 17, without a drop of knowledge in English (writing, reading, or speaking). I worked full time throughout school and supported myself all the way through. Worked in a few interesting positions, while in school, including project manager overseeing an offshoring project in Philippines for three months, training, supervising and coaching over 40 employees.
Other extras: avid skydiver (licensed), seasoned musician (played for 20 years) and taught music lessons to kids.
My questions are:
1) how do the target schools match up with my background? Am I being too aggressive with my selections?
2) I have read conflicting viewpoints on what is considered "too old for MBA". I understand that some schools treat this differently than others, but overall am I already priced out of the MBA admission due to my age?
3) Is my GPA too low or has the impact been mitigated due to my GMAT score along with having a CPA and higher core GPA?
4) Besides the name recognition of my employer, how do top schools view the big 4 experience or accounting in general?
5) I'm sure you've reviewed a wide range of backgrounds. How much can I leverage my cultural experience as the "differentiator"? Any suggestions on "framing" this experience to my advantage?
6) any other weaknesses/strength I should focus on?
Many thanks.
05 Aug 2010, 16:28
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Hi toeachitsown,
To answer your questions:
1) At first glance, it looks like you're looking at the right range of schools: Top-10 or top-15-ish schools that are still tough to get into, but not impossible for you. You're a bit older than the typical applicant (see below), which doesn't help, but if you apply to 4 or 5 of them, I think there's a good chance you'll get into at least one.
2) You're not "too old" for certain, but your age will certainly raise an eyebrow or two. Basically, admissions officers will ask, "Why now, instead of 3-4 years ago?" As long as you can answer this persuasively, AND your answer doesn't boil down to "I'm stagnating in my career and I need an escape hatch," you can still get into one of your target schools.
3) Your GPA is definitely not great. To a certain extent a good GMAT score (which you have) and other certifications can mitigate a relatively low GP, but only to a certain extent. It is what it is... I don't think there's much more you can do about it. You're already an accountant, so it's not like adcomms will wonder about your ability to crunch numbers.
4) It can be a positive in that they recognize the name (like you said), but overall what you did on your job matters far, far more than what company you came from.
5) I don't know how much this will help you. Certainly won't hurt, but unless you can tie it into your overall story and demonstrate overcoming adversity, etc., I doubt it will help a ton.
6) No obvious weaknesses except for that GPA and your age.
I think you have a good shot at those schools, assuming your recos are knockouts and your essays are strong. Good luck!
Scott
To answer your questions:
1) At first glance, it looks like you're looking at the right range of schools: Top-10 or top-15-ish schools that are still tough to get into, but not impossible for you. You're a bit older than the typical applicant (see below), which doesn't help, but if you apply to 4 or 5 of them, I think there's a good chance you'll get into at least one.
2) You're not "too old" for certain, but your age will certainly raise an eyebrow or two. Basically, admissions officers will ask, "Why now, instead of 3-4 years ago?" As long as you can answer this persuasively, AND your answer doesn't boil down to "I'm stagnating in my career and I need an escape hatch," you can still get into one of your target schools.
3) Your GPA is definitely not great. To a certain extent a good GMAT score (which you have) and other certifications can mitigate a relatively low GP, but only to a certain extent. It is what it is... I don't think there's much more you can do about it. You're already an accountant, so it's not like adcomms will wonder about your ability to crunch numbers.
4) It can be a positive in that they recognize the name (like you said), but overall what you did on your job matters far, far more than what company you came from.
5) I don't know how much this will help you. Certainly won't hurt, but unless you can tie it into your overall story and demonstrate overcoming adversity, etc., I doubt it will help a ton.
6) No obvious weaknesses except for that GPA and your age.
I think you have a good shot at those schools, assuming your recos are knockouts and your essays are strong. Good luck!
Scott
