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Profile Evaluation Request Updated on: 06 Sep 2014, 08:33
Originally posted by zurufe on 27 Apr 2014, 23:06.
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Hey there,

Thanks for posting! We're happy to help but, before we can, we need quite a bit more information. For example, what do you DO at work? What does marketing manager entail? Do you lead a team? What are you involved in outside of work? What was your GPA during undergrad? Were you involved then? What was your GMAT split? Without knowing the full picture, it's really hard to tell you if a 710 is good enough or not. Does that make sense?

Just as importantly, why do you WANT your MBA? It's hard to recommend programs without knowing what you want to do with your degree. Any requirements? Constraints? Preferences?

Look forward to hearing from you,

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Profile Evaluation Request 28 Apr 2014, 07:48
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Thanks for your response Bhavik, my first post on this forum hence missed the details. (I actually thought brevity would help me get response to the query faster)

So my profile as asked is:

Currently working with a French MNC in the specialty food domain as a marketing manager: handling two premium brands - from product development to launch, ATL and BTL activations, packaging and communication designing, and market research to keep the brand abreast with competition.

Previously I've worked as an area sales manager with an Indian fmcg giant before jumping to the brand side. I've also been associated with a startup in the clean energy space, where I was actively employed for ten months and have been passively supporting since the last couple of years.

The present job has given me an opportunity to work on luxury brands in a complex market as India. We are a miniscule .5% of the market, however at a decent marginal contribution. I report to an expat and that has been an experience in itself.

I studied mechanical engineering where I scored a 7.4, and had a 3.2/5.0 grade during post graduation.

The true reason why I want an MBA is for the jump in profile that it can give and also the wider perspective I'll get.

I would prefer a European MBA, though location is not a constraint.

I hope my description becomes a little meaningful now. Please let me know if I've missed mentioning anything.

Look forward to hearing from you.

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Hey there,

Thanks for the additional info! Definitely helps!

Academically, you seem to be on the right track. There's still some additional information I'd like but at a high level I'd say you're in the ballpark. For example, you mention you have a 7.4 undergrad gpa but you don't mention the institution. A 7.4 from IIT > NIT > regional. Also, is a 7.4 1st class? 1st with distinction? What's your rank? All those things matter. Same goes for your grad program. However, assuming you went to good schools and did well relative to your peer set, then you're heading in the right direction.

Your professional history, however, is what sets you apart. Firstly, you're not in IT! Love that. Also, I like how you're working for a French MNC, focus on high end products, have cross functional & cross value chain experience, and report to an expat. All of those things will come into play and will really help put together a pretty compelling professional story. I also like your work on the startup but what passive involvement entails will end up determining how important it is to your application. There isn't much to say here - I like it!

From a community involvement standpoint, it seems you're a little on the light side. You haven't mentioned anything outside of your job / the start up. Is there stuff here that you maybe just didn't include? If not, then that's a pretty big gap.

When it comes to your goals, they make sense and we can put together a pretty unique story around them. Also, you have experience in a lot of functions and that can enable a variety of story choices.

So all that said, your GMAT is probably good enough. It's a little bit below average (a 720+ would be great for you to be on the level with your competition - especially depending on where you went to school) but it's not going to torpedo your chances anywhere. You didn't mention your split but hopefully it's fairly balanced?

From a school perspective, there are a variety of programs that should be on your radar. In Europe, look at LBS, Cambridge, INSEAD, and HEC. Especially HEC given their strength in luxury / consumer / retail. If you're really interested in accelerating your marketing career, however, some US programs need to be on your list too. Kellogg, Ross, UCLA, Stern, and Columbia all warrant a close look.

I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any specific questions. If you want to chat just sign up for a free consultation [here] and we can hop on a call.

Cheers,

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Hello, I couldn't find a similar profile anywhere that's why had to resort to posting a new topic.

I'm an engineer and also hold a PG in management from an A grade institute in India. I've been working in the FMCG domain for the last four years, and am currently employed with the Indian subsidiary of a French MNC as marketing manager.

I wish to go ahead with an MBA from a top univ, and have managed a 710 on the GMAT.

My questions are two:

1. Is this score and work ex good enough to look forward to a top university convert or should I wait another year, and maybe another shot at the GMAT before starting applications?

2. Which colleges can I effectively aim for with my current profile?

Look forward to your response.

Thanks.

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Hi,

Your profile seems to be pretty ok. You will have to choose the schools wisely and start preparing the drafts of career goals and aspirations. Identify the right schools that fits your profile. hope this will help you identify the right B-Schools: https://goo.gl/BqS0ks

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