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11 Jan 2016, 23:18
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Hi there,
I'm still far ahead of b-school application (thinking about attending Fall 2018 at the earliest and possibly Fall 2019), but I'd love to get some thoughts and advice on things I should focus on in the next 1-2 years to improve my profile.
Please evaluate my profile below:
GMAT:
- 740 (Q49 / V42)
- Thoughts on re-taking? I was really aiming for 750 with an ideal score of 770, and a little part of me really wants to re-take given that we can preview our score before deciding whether to submit officially; my verbal is lower than expected (typically ~44), and my quant was a bit lower (typically ~50); 6 on AWA was good, but 6 on IR was bad... not sure how much adcoms care about these
Academics:
- School: UPenn (I think my name might've given that away!)
- GPA: ~3.75, magna cum laude
- Degree: BS in Econ; majors in Finance & Management, minor in a humanities subject
Personal:
- Asian male, will be ~25-26 when attending b-school
Work Experience:
- Current: Entry-level consulting at MBB (American office), started recently
- Future: May do a 1/2 year leave of absence later to intern for a international development agency (USAID, World Bank, or impact investing firm)
- Expected: 3-4 years at the same firm, promotion track is fairly consistent (but definitely won't make managerial positions by then)
Extra Curricular:
- In College: I had 2 solid leadership positions, both of which were very rewarding and also interesting from an interviewer/adcom's perspective
- Current: Pro-bono consulting as part of my firm, plan to get more involved with an international development organization that I was involved in college (now moving onto the adult chapter)
- Future: Would love more advice on this; I feel it's been hard to think of a theme to focus on, and also not sure how people find things to do in the adult world... ECs were super easy find in school b/c of activity fairs, etc.
Target Schools:
- Top Choice: HBS, GSB
- Close to top: Kellogg
- If top choices don't work out: Wharton (don't think it's worthwhile to go back), Booth, Sloan
- Subjects: more investment-oriented quant skills/subjects with a mix of strategy, leadership development, and the liberal arts
- Other considerations: would LOVE to do a dual degree in international development / policy, not sure what this requires or if it would hurt my b-school chances
Goal:
- Pre-MBA: May consider PE in a year or two (thoughts on this?); Would be great to be sponsored for MBA
- Post-MBA: If sponsored, go back to firm for at least 2-3 years; later, PE/VC or strategy/M&A leader for high growth company or F100
I'm still far ahead of b-school application (thinking about attending Fall 2018 at the earliest and possibly Fall 2019), but I'd love to get some thoughts and advice on things I should focus on in the next 1-2 years to improve my profile.
Please evaluate my profile below:
GMAT:
- 740 (Q49 / V42)
- Thoughts on re-taking? I was really aiming for 750 with an ideal score of 770, and a little part of me really wants to re-take given that we can preview our score before deciding whether to submit officially; my verbal is lower than expected (typically ~44), and my quant was a bit lower (typically ~50); 6 on AWA was good, but 6 on IR was bad... not sure how much adcoms care about these
Academics:
- School: UPenn (I think my name might've given that away!)
- GPA: ~3.75, magna cum laude
- Degree: BS in Econ; majors in Finance & Management, minor in a humanities subject
Personal:
- Asian male, will be ~25-26 when attending b-school
Work Experience:
- Current: Entry-level consulting at MBB (American office), started recently
- Future: May do a 1/2 year leave of absence later to intern for a international development agency (USAID, World Bank, or impact investing firm)
- Expected: 3-4 years at the same firm, promotion track is fairly consistent (but definitely won't make managerial positions by then)
Extra Curricular:
- In College: I had 2 solid leadership positions, both of which were very rewarding and also interesting from an interviewer/adcom's perspective
- Current: Pro-bono consulting as part of my firm, plan to get more involved with an international development organization that I was involved in college (now moving onto the adult chapter)
- Future: Would love more advice on this; I feel it's been hard to think of a theme to focus on, and also not sure how people find things to do in the adult world... ECs were super easy find in school b/c of activity fairs, etc.
Target Schools:
- Top Choice: HBS, GSB
- Close to top: Kellogg
- If top choices don't work out: Wharton (don't think it's worthwhile to go back), Booth, Sloan
- Subjects: more investment-oriented quant skills/subjects with a mix of strategy, leadership development, and the liberal arts
- Other considerations: would LOVE to do a dual degree in international development / policy, not sure what this requires or if it would hurt my b-school chances
Goal:
- Pre-MBA: May consider PE in a year or two (thoughts on this?); Would be great to be sponsored for MBA
- Post-MBA: If sponsored, go back to firm for at least 2-3 years; later, PE/VC or strategy/M&A leader for high growth company or F100
12 Jan 2016, 20:03
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Hello!
Good for you for planning so far ahead!
Your profile is really strong now, so mostly just keep it up! Your GPA from UPenn plus your GMAT are both excellent. You asked about retaking -- definitely not necessary, your score is really high, and well-balanced too. If you really feel like you left some points on the table, then you could give it another shot and see if you can get a 750+ but you definitely don't need to with your stats.
Your MBB experience should position you well to apply in a few years too. Aim to take on increasing leadership responsibilities on projects, work in diverse teams, and seek out mentors who can write strong/enthusiastic recommendations when it comes time. If you can get on an international project, or take a leave to do some international development work, that would be great! Would definitely benefit your profile and differentiate you, plus I think doing that leave of absence would "count" in a way as an extracurricular. As for other activities, don't worry too much about what the AdCom will think -- just pursue activities you're interested in and passionate about, or anything that fits with your eventual career goals.
If PE is a path you are considering and you can make the move pre-MBA I think that makes for a stronger application, but definitely not necessary. Sponsorship is viewed very positively too.
Other than that, start researching and networking with your target schools, which should be easy to do through your work and school networks.
If we can help with any other questions as you plan ahead, please reach out!
Good luck!
Kate
Good for you for planning so far ahead!
Your profile is really strong now, so mostly just keep it up! Your GPA from UPenn plus your GMAT are both excellent. You asked about retaking -- definitely not necessary, your score is really high, and well-balanced too. If you really feel like you left some points on the table, then you could give it another shot and see if you can get a 750+ but you definitely don't need to with your stats.
Your MBB experience should position you well to apply in a few years too. Aim to take on increasing leadership responsibilities on projects, work in diverse teams, and seek out mentors who can write strong/enthusiastic recommendations when it comes time. If you can get on an international project, or take a leave to do some international development work, that would be great! Would definitely benefit your profile and differentiate you, plus I think doing that leave of absence would "count" in a way as an extracurricular. As for other activities, don't worry too much about what the AdCom will think -- just pursue activities you're interested in and passionate about, or anything that fits with your eventual career goals.
If PE is a path you are considering and you can make the move pre-MBA I think that makes for a stronger application, but definitely not necessary. Sponsorship is viewed very positively too.
Other than that, start researching and networking with your target schools, which should be easy to do through your work and school networks.
If we can help with any other questions as you plan ahead, please reach out!
Good luck!
Kate
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