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04 Jul 2021, 09:53
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Hi,
I work for Intel India as a hardware engineer. I work on latest technologies and have a total of 10 years of experience.
My profile details:
Nationality - Indian
Undergraduate - B.E - Electronics from private university in Surat in India. CGPA - 9/10 (college topper).
Graduate degree - Mtech - electronics From Indian Institute of Science (2nd highest ranked Indian university in QS World ranking) - GPA 7.2/8 (top 10% of class)
Work Experience - 10 years for Intel India. Worked as team lead for close to two years. Lead projects across multiple geographies involving more than 50 engineers. Lead team of experienced engineers to execute multiple projects. Experienced in working in multi-cultural environment.
Age - 34 years
Target Schools - Cornell Tech MBA, Cornell 1 year MBA, Kellogg 1 year MBA, NYU Tech, Stanford MSX
Extracurricular - 1. Provided Pro-bono technical consulting service to home robotic startup for product development. Volunteered at interior design startup for development of customer acquisition strategies.
2. Currently Vice President Education for a Toastmasters club; Organized educational programs for 15 members, planned weekly meetings and oriented new members.
3. Mentored multiple teams at IOT roadshows and hackathon programs.
Post MBA Goals: Would like to transition into product manager role in tech companies like google/amazon/facebook etc.
Please evaluate my profile. Do I need to change my target schools ? considering my higher experience and age do I still stand a chance to make it to the listed colleges. Or only way further for me is to go for part time executive MBA?
I work for Intel India as a hardware engineer. I work on latest technologies and have a total of 10 years of experience.
My profile details:
Nationality - Indian
Undergraduate - B.E - Electronics from private university in Surat in India. CGPA - 9/10 (college topper).
Graduate degree - Mtech - electronics From Indian Institute of Science (2nd highest ranked Indian university in QS World ranking) - GPA 7.2/8 (top 10% of class)
Work Experience - 10 years for Intel India. Worked as team lead for close to two years. Lead projects across multiple geographies involving more than 50 engineers. Lead team of experienced engineers to execute multiple projects. Experienced in working in multi-cultural environment.
Age - 34 years
Target Schools - Cornell Tech MBA, Cornell 1 year MBA, Kellogg 1 year MBA, NYU Tech, Stanford MSX
Extracurricular - 1. Provided Pro-bono technical consulting service to home robotic startup for product development. Volunteered at interior design startup for development of customer acquisition strategies.
2. Currently Vice President Education for a Toastmasters club; Organized educational programs for 15 members, planned weekly meetings and oriented new members.
3. Mentored multiple teams at IOT roadshows and hackathon programs.
Post MBA Goals: Would like to transition into product manager role in tech companies like google/amazon/facebook etc.
Please evaluate my profile. Do I need to change my target schools ? considering my higher experience and age do I still stand a chance to make it to the listed colleges. Or only way further for me is to go for part time executive MBA?
04 Jul 2021, 21:43
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Hi Ruchik,
You have a very good and well-balanced profile. Strong academics throughout including a good GMAT score. Excellent extra-curricular.
Yes, you are right in assuming the risk due to higher work-ex. Many b-schools even though their website doesn't mention it, deter from accepting higher work-ex candidates. This happens mainly because it's difficult for higher work-ex candidates to get placed. Your decision to pursue a 1-year MBA certainly helps your case. However, in addition to that, I recommend having a candid conversation with adcoms about this particular issue. If they encourage you then by all means go ahead and apply.
I'm not sure about Exec MBA as most of them require you to have a full-time job which will be difficult as you'll be an international student on a student visa in the US. Your target schools are good as tech MBAs are good for upskilling for your desired job profile. You can research more about 1 -year programs on our MBA Matrix in the link below (check my signature). I'm also available for a free consultation.
Good Luck!
You have a very good and well-balanced profile. Strong academics throughout including a good GMAT score. Excellent extra-curricular.
Yes, you are right in assuming the risk due to higher work-ex. Many b-schools even though their website doesn't mention it, deter from accepting higher work-ex candidates. This happens mainly because it's difficult for higher work-ex candidates to get placed. Your decision to pursue a 1-year MBA certainly helps your case. However, in addition to that, I recommend having a candid conversation with adcoms about this particular issue. If they encourage you then by all means go ahead and apply.
I'm not sure about Exec MBA as most of them require you to have a full-time job which will be difficult as you'll be an international student on a student visa in the US. Your target schools are good as tech MBAs are good for upskilling for your desired job profile. You can research more about 1 -year programs on our MBA Matrix in the link below (check my signature). I'm also available for a free consultation.
Good Luck!
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Hi ruchik,
Thank you for sharing. You have a good list of target programs, though it is important to keep in mind that one-year programs do not offer the standard recruiting process for those looking to switch roles/industries. They also provide fewer networking, recruiting and community-building opportunities. However, if you do not want to take two full years out of the workforce, they can certainly be a good choice.
Looking at your interest in tech, you may also want to add Michigan Ross to your list, as Amazon and other leading tech companies hire a lot from Ross.
It sounds like you have had some good leadership experience through your role at Intel India and some strong extracurriculars. Given your 10 years of work experience, you will want to explain why now is the right time for an MBA. For reference, those in Cornell's One Year MBA program have an average of 5 years of work experience. While you have surpassed this, Personal MBA Coach works with many more experienced professionals who gain admission to top programs by crafting a story to explain their roles to date.
If you are open to the idea, however, an Executive MBA could be a good option as well. Our clients who get into the EMBA programs have leadership experience with escalating responsibility over time, something it sounds like you have.
Since you are coming from a competitive applicant pool as an Indian male engineer, a lot will come down to figuring out how to differentiate yourself. The most successful candidates craft unique and compelling personal stories. This is a large component of our support and the area where we find our clients need the most guidance.
Take a look at our comprehensive packages and feel free to send a note to [email protected] if you are looking for help putting together strong applications for your target schools. We work with a lot of folks from engineering backgrounds and would be happy to help set you up for success!
Regards,
Personal MBA Coach
Thank you for sharing. You have a good list of target programs, though it is important to keep in mind that one-year programs do not offer the standard recruiting process for those looking to switch roles/industries. They also provide fewer networking, recruiting and community-building opportunities. However, if you do not want to take two full years out of the workforce, they can certainly be a good choice.
Looking at your interest in tech, you may also want to add Michigan Ross to your list, as Amazon and other leading tech companies hire a lot from Ross.
It sounds like you have had some good leadership experience through your role at Intel India and some strong extracurriculars. Given your 10 years of work experience, you will want to explain why now is the right time for an MBA. For reference, those in Cornell's One Year MBA program have an average of 5 years of work experience. While you have surpassed this, Personal MBA Coach works with many more experienced professionals who gain admission to top programs by crafting a story to explain their roles to date.
If you are open to the idea, however, an Executive MBA could be a good option as well. Our clients who get into the EMBA programs have leadership experience with escalating responsibility over time, something it sounds like you have.
Since you are coming from a competitive applicant pool as an Indian male engineer, a lot will come down to figuring out how to differentiate yourself. The most successful candidates craft unique and compelling personal stories. This is a large component of our support and the area where we find our clients need the most guidance.
Take a look at our comprehensive packages and feel free to send a note to [email protected] if you are looking for help putting together strong applications for your target schools. We work with a lot of folks from engineering backgrounds and would be happy to help set you up for success!
Regards,
Personal MBA Coach
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