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15 Sep 2023, 06:33
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My question - I have already shortlisted IESE and IMD. I'm also considering US schools but I'm not sure because of my average GMAT score. Would you tell me which US schools can I target?
Indian, Male, 29 yo
Score: 730 GMAT
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Post-MBA industry: Health Care (preferably but flexible)
Work Exp: >5 years in total till now, aiming for 2024 intake
1. Experience Associate at PwC (present)
2. Demand Planning Manager (Cipla, Indian pharma)
3. Consultant (Bristlecone, digital supply chain consulting)
Education: Both prestigious Indian schools
1. MiM, IIT Bombay - 7.5/10 (good extracurricular)
2. B.Tech., NIT Jalandhar - 6.75/10 (good extracurricular)
Extracurricular:
1. Pro-bono consulting in marketing for a startup that sells women's hygiene products
2. Volunteering at an NGO involved in sustainability
Looking for:
1. Top MBA brand
2. Want to join LDP, Biz Dev, Corporate Strategy, or consulting (preference in this order)
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Indian, Male, 29 yo
Score: 730 GMAT
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Post-MBA industry: Health Care (preferably but flexible)
Work Exp: >5 years in total till now, aiming for 2024 intake
1. Experience Associate at PwC (present)
2. Demand Planning Manager (Cipla, Indian pharma)
3. Consultant (Bristlecone, digital supply chain consulting)
Education: Both prestigious Indian schools
1. MiM, IIT Bombay - 7.5/10 (good extracurricular)
2. B.Tech., NIT Jalandhar - 6.75/10 (good extracurricular)
Extracurricular:
1. Pro-bono consulting in marketing for a startup that sells women's hygiene products
2. Volunteering at an NGO involved in sustainability
Looking for:
1. Top MBA brand
2. Want to join LDP, Biz Dev, Corporate Strategy, or consulting (preference in this order)
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15 Sep 2023, 07:19
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Overall, a solid profile, although it would be helpful to mention the breakdown of the 730 into Q & V. The individual points have some bearing on how adcoms perceive your candidacy.
Your career demonstrates proof of progression and an upward trajectory. I don't see why you would not target the top 15 programs even with a 730. MBA essays are all about passion and how motivated are you to solve a problem you may have seen in an industry or to capitalize on an opportunity in the market. What is your motivation to do an MBA, beyond the next promotion or salary hike that you are seeking? What is the larger vision?
If you are interested in applying to top B Schools, for healthcare-related goals, you can have schools like Tuck and Duke MBAs on your list (because of the medical schools' affiliations). Both schools have a solid pharma/healthcare focus and are consulting powerhouses.
Think what skills you bring that you would be someone's preferred choice in an LDP or Biz dev role in healthcare. I think you have much introspection to do here. Healthcare is a nuanced sector where a high level or prior expertise is valued. You should do your research and understand whether your prior experience in pharma makes you a good match for biz dev roles or would consulting be a better launchpad for you in a new job market (new geography). If you go with management consulting, you could pitch generalist consulting roles within the pharma sector in the short term and eventually pivot to a specialist track (depending on what resonates with your interest and prior experience) a few years down the line. Long term you could also pivot to big pharma in leadership positions. Obviously how you express your interest in a particular field within healthcare/pharma will make your candidacy unique.
If you execute the applications exceptionally well, you may add Ross, Darden and Haas to your list.
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Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD alum, ex INSEAD MBA admissions interviewer)
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16 Sep 2023, 22:08
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You have solid, ambitious career trajectory, evidenced well in your growth, and a good current launch position. Would suggest you to seriously consider top 15 US Schools.
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A. You would need to show a good reason for an MBA, that aligns well with your career goal
B. Your CGPA may be challenging for M-7, but with a compelling application, you can have a strong case for top schools like Tuck, Fuqua, and maybe even some chances with dream schools, depending on your story and your application.
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These are fantastic; Very important for you to demonstrate leadership
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Happy to help with a free profile discussion.
