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09 May 2017, 14:30
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First, thanks in advance for taking a look at this profile. I'm a relative newcomer to this entire process, and am really just trying to figure out how practical my candidacy is and what range of schools is realistic for me.
High Level:
26 years old, Caucasian male, US citizen
Education: Elite US University (Top 8), Double Major in Biology and History, minor in Chemistry
Stats:
GPA: 3.25
GMAT: 750
Work Experience:
- 5 years working for a consulting/business process management firm that supports public sector health and human services programs around the world. The firm played a large role in helping to implement health care reform in the US when that first came down the pike a few years ago (right around when I started working) and supports state and federal clients that administer large public insurance and other entitlement programs
- Have been promoted twice and served in a number of different roles. Started out in the operations/consulting unit, working with individual clients to address their operational issues or stand up new programs. Have also served as a product manager and solution architect for the firms pursuit of individual new business opportunities. Upon last promotion was selected to lead own team (though now only two people in reality) focused on identifying adjacent markets and new strategic partnerships for the firm's business in the domestic (US) health space
- Have had a number of key accomplishments, including proposing the acquisition of a competitor, pitching the idea to executives at my company, and helping lead the due diligence and integration process once the deal was approved. I received a corporate award for this that's only given to around 15 people a year worldwide out of a total of 18,000 employees
Extracurriculars - was drum major of the marching band at fairly large school (>100 members in band) and also led pep band for all men's and women's basketball games. Was also active in a fraternity, with a couple of minor leadership roles. Currently on alumni board for the group
Philanthropy - was philanthropy chair of my fraternity for a year, and worked for a summer for an environmental protection-focused not-for-profit. After graduation I work with the corporate foundation my company runs, meeting community groups and attending dinners/events to present.
Essays/Recs - this post nonwithstanding I think I can pull together excellent essays, and plan to start writing as soon as applications are available. I also believe that my recommendations will be excellent, based on their feedback on my performance/a draft that one of them let me read.
MBA Goals - move into strategy and operations consulting for the health care sector, particularly for clients/companies that interact with the programs that I've supported in the past (Medicaid, Medicare, etc.)
I imagine my GPA will be a big stumbling block, as I was below the mean at my university (though I suppose the hard science degree might help a bit). I don't have a great way of explaining it away unfortunately, though I do think my strong job performance and recommendations will get across that I can handle the work. Any help at all would be much appreciated - thank you in advance for your time and for taking a look at this.
High Level:
26 years old, Caucasian male, US citizen
Education: Elite US University (Top 8), Double Major in Biology and History, minor in Chemistry
Stats:
GPA: 3.25
GMAT: 750
Work Experience:
- 5 years working for a consulting/business process management firm that supports public sector health and human services programs around the world. The firm played a large role in helping to implement health care reform in the US when that first came down the pike a few years ago (right around when I started working) and supports state and federal clients that administer large public insurance and other entitlement programs
- Have been promoted twice and served in a number of different roles. Started out in the operations/consulting unit, working with individual clients to address their operational issues or stand up new programs. Have also served as a product manager and solution architect for the firms pursuit of individual new business opportunities. Upon last promotion was selected to lead own team (though now only two people in reality) focused on identifying adjacent markets and new strategic partnerships for the firm's business in the domestic (US) health space
- Have had a number of key accomplishments, including proposing the acquisition of a competitor, pitching the idea to executives at my company, and helping lead the due diligence and integration process once the deal was approved. I received a corporate award for this that's only given to around 15 people a year worldwide out of a total of 18,000 employees
Extracurriculars - was drum major of the marching band at fairly large school (>100 members in band) and also led pep band for all men's and women's basketball games. Was also active in a fraternity, with a couple of minor leadership roles. Currently on alumni board for the group
Philanthropy - was philanthropy chair of my fraternity for a year, and worked for a summer for an environmental protection-focused not-for-profit. After graduation I work with the corporate foundation my company runs, meeting community groups and attending dinners/events to present.
Essays/Recs - this post nonwithstanding I think I can pull together excellent essays, and plan to start writing as soon as applications are available. I also believe that my recommendations will be excellent, based on their feedback on my performance/a draft that one of them let me read.
MBA Goals - move into strategy and operations consulting for the health care sector, particularly for clients/companies that interact with the programs that I've supported in the past (Medicaid, Medicare, etc.)
I imagine my GPA will be a big stumbling block, as I was below the mean at my university (though I suppose the hard science degree might help a bit). I don't have a great way of explaining it away unfortunately, though I do think my strong job performance and recommendations will get across that I can handle the work. Any help at all would be much appreciated - thank you in advance for your time and for taking a look at this.
11 May 2017, 10:31
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Hi, and thanks for writing! You have some clear strengths to your profile - high GMAT, progressive work experience with notable recognitions, and good extracurriculars. Regarding your GPA - one thing to keep in mind is that AdComs don't evaluate GPAs in a vacuum. They consider factors such as rigor of institution, rigor of major(s), and trajectory (did you start out with a lower GPA and then finish strong in the last 2-3 years? If so, explain this in the optional essay). The hard sciences are certainly some of the most challenging majors around, so they'll definitely take that into account. Moreover, your excellent GMAT score will definitely help offset it.
Hope that helps! If you'd like to discuss your profile/school selection in detail, I definitely recommend signing up for a free 30-min consultation with mbaMission here: https://www.mbamission.com/consult/?dis ... admissions
Hope that helps! If you'd like to discuss your profile/school selection in detail, I definitely recommend signing up for a free 30-min consultation with mbaMission here: https://www.mbamission.com/consult/?dis ... admissions
ivracd23
First, thanks in advance for taking a look at this profile. I'm a relative newcomer to this entire process, and am really just trying to figure out how practical my candidacy is and what range of schools is realistic for me.
High Level:
26 years old, Caucasian male, US citizen
Education: Elite US University (Top 8), Double Major in Biology and History, minor in Chemistry
Stats:
GPA: 3.25
GMAT: 750
Work Experience:
- 5 years working for a consulting/business process management firm that supports public sector health and human services programs around the world. The firm played a large role in helping to implement health care reform in the US when that first came down the pike a few years ago (right around when I started working) and supports state and federal clients that administer large public insurance and other entitlement programs
- Have been promoted twice and served in a number of different roles. Started out in the operations/consulting unit, working with individual clients to address their operational issues or stand up new programs. Have also served as a product manager and solution architect for the firms pursuit of individual new business opportunities. Upon last promotion was selected to lead own team (though now only two people in reality) focused on identifying adjacent markets and new strategic partnerships for the firm's business in the domestic (US) health space
- Have had a number of key accomplishments, including proposing the acquisition of a competitor, pitching the idea to executives at my company, and helping lead the due diligence and integration process once the deal was approved. I received a corporate award for this that's only given to around 15 people a year worldwide out of a total of 18,000 employees
Extracurriculars - was drum major of the marching band at fairly large school (>100 members in band) and also led pep band for all men's and women's basketball games. Was also active in a fraternity, with a couple of minor leadership roles. Currently on alumni board for the group
Philanthropy - was philanthropy chair of my fraternity for a year, and worked for a summer for an environmental protection-focused not-for-profit. After graduation I work with the corporate foundation my company runs, meeting community groups and attending dinners/events to present.
Essays/Recs - this post nonwithstanding I think I can pull together excellent essays, and plan to start writing as soon as applications are available. I also believe that my recommendations will be excellent, based on their feedback on my performance/a draft that one of them let me read.
MBA Goals - move into strategy and operations consulting for the health care sector, particularly for clients/companies that interact with the programs that I've supported in the past (Medicaid, Medicare, etc.)
I imagine my GPA will be a big stumbling block, as I was below the mean at my university (though I suppose the hard science degree might help a bit). I don't have a great way of explaining it away unfortunately, though I do think my strong job performance and recommendations will get across that I can handle the work. Any help at all would be much appreciated - thank you in advance for your time and for taking a look at this.
High Level:
26 years old, Caucasian male, US citizen
Education: Elite US University (Top 8), Double Major in Biology and History, minor in Chemistry
Stats:
GPA: 3.25
GMAT: 750
Work Experience:
- 5 years working for a consulting/business process management firm that supports public sector health and human services programs around the world. The firm played a large role in helping to implement health care reform in the US when that first came down the pike a few years ago (right around when I started working) and supports state and federal clients that administer large public insurance and other entitlement programs
- Have been promoted twice and served in a number of different roles. Started out in the operations/consulting unit, working with individual clients to address their operational issues or stand up new programs. Have also served as a product manager and solution architect for the firms pursuit of individual new business opportunities. Upon last promotion was selected to lead own team (though now only two people in reality) focused on identifying adjacent markets and new strategic partnerships for the firm's business in the domestic (US) health space
- Have had a number of key accomplishments, including proposing the acquisition of a competitor, pitching the idea to executives at my company, and helping lead the due diligence and integration process once the deal was approved. I received a corporate award for this that's only given to around 15 people a year worldwide out of a total of 18,000 employees
Extracurriculars - was drum major of the marching band at fairly large school (>100 members in band) and also led pep band for all men's and women's basketball games. Was also active in a fraternity, with a couple of minor leadership roles. Currently on alumni board for the group
Philanthropy - was philanthropy chair of my fraternity for a year, and worked for a summer for an environmental protection-focused not-for-profit. After graduation I work with the corporate foundation my company runs, meeting community groups and attending dinners/events to present.
Essays/Recs - this post nonwithstanding I think I can pull together excellent essays, and plan to start writing as soon as applications are available. I also believe that my recommendations will be excellent, based on their feedback on my performance/a draft that one of them let me read.
MBA Goals - move into strategy and operations consulting for the health care sector, particularly for clients/companies that interact with the programs that I've supported in the past (Medicaid, Medicare, etc.)
I imagine my GPA will be a big stumbling block, as I was below the mean at my university (though I suppose the hard science degree might help a bit). I don't have a great way of explaining it away unfortunately, though I do think my strong job performance and recommendations will get across that I can handle the work. Any help at all would be much appreciated - thank you in advance for your time and for taking a look at this.
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