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pdl0312
Joined: 23 Aug 2014
Last visit: 24 Mar 2015
Posts: 26
Given Kudos: 2
Location: India
Concentration: Strategy, Leadership
Schools: ISB '16 (A) Said'16 (A) Kellogg 1YR '16 (I) HEC Sept'16 (WA) Kenan-Flagler '17 (A) Tepper '17 (I) Johnson '16 (A) Ross '17 (I)
GMAT 1: 760 Q50 V42
GPA: 3.6
WE:Consulting (Insurance)
Schools: ISB '16 (A) Said'16 (A) Kellogg 1YR '16 (I) HEC Sept'16 (WA) Kenan-Flagler '17 (A) Tepper '17 (I) Johnson '16 (A) Ross '17 (I)
GMAT 1: 760 Q50 V42
Posts: 26
23 Sep 2014, 07:41
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Hello Everybody!
My first post here though I have been following gmatclub very closely for the past 5 months.
I would request a profile evaluation. Key highlights of my profile are as below :
Pool : Indian Male
GMAT – 760 (Q50,V42,IR-8, AWA – awaited)
Academics :
1. Bachelors of Science (Hons) in Geology from University of Delhi (One of the best colleges for science courses in India - Hans Raj College)
2. PGDM (Finance) - 2 years Full time - K J Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research (consistently ranked among Top 20 B-schools in India)
3. Cleared Level 1 of the CFA Program
GPA/Percentage : B.Sc (Hons) – 72.7% - Top 10% in the University, PGDM – 69%
Work Experience – 4+ years at Matriculation (Spring 2015)
Senior Manager at Marsh India Insurance Brokers – a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies (a Fortune 200 Company).
1. Relationship management position accountable for soliciting business accounts and developing strategic alliances with large Indian multinational clientele , regular interactions with top management of my clients. Solely responsible for managing ~USD 400,000 of business. Also sole representative of my practice in North India
2. Have been promoted continuously for 3 years in a row
Extracurriculars
1. Participation in Inter – college events during my PGDM – finalist in a very prestigious M&A banking competition
2. Was selected for a summer project at the prestigious National Institute of Oceanography, Goa
3. Founder Member and Joint Secretary of Prithvi – The Earth Sciences Community, University of Delhi.
4. Department of Geology Coordinator for Global Climate Campaign (University of Delhi, 2006-08)
5. Avid Guitarist and member of College and Business School Bands
6. Fitness enthusiast and ex-member of Hans Raj College’s Cross Country Racing Team
My only concern here is that I do not have certificates for a few of these extracurriculars.
Volunteer/Community work –
• Minimal , was a member of my college’s social cell and undertook a few activities on their behalf, but have no documentation to support this.
• I also conducted 3-4 classes on physical training at an orphanage for teenage boys, but this was 3 years ago and I again have no documentation for this
• I am planning to do volunteer work with an NGO aimed at spreading education in rural remote areas.
Target and Challenges
1. Target Schools – INSEAD,LBS,Kellogg,ISB,IMD and any of the other top 10 One Year MBA Programs
2. One major challenge which I feel may hamper my admission chances is that I already have an MBA equivalent degree. However, my aim at going for another MBA program is
a. To change my industry – I aim at getting into Strategy Consulting or General Management (in Leadership Programs)
b. To get international exposure
c. To boost my career growth by associating with a reputed school that is well-known for grooming students for top management roles
What would be my chances of getting into a B-school of my choice (and a scholarship). Also, what other schools should I apply to keeping in mind my profile and GMAT score.
I thank you in advance for taking the time out to evaluate my chances.
My first post here though I have been following gmatclub very closely for the past 5 months.
I would request a profile evaluation. Key highlights of my profile are as below :
Pool : Indian Male
GMAT – 760 (Q50,V42,IR-8, AWA – awaited)
Academics :
1. Bachelors of Science (Hons) in Geology from University of Delhi (One of the best colleges for science courses in India - Hans Raj College)
2. PGDM (Finance) - 2 years Full time - K J Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research (consistently ranked among Top 20 B-schools in India)
3. Cleared Level 1 of the CFA Program
GPA/Percentage : B.Sc (Hons) – 72.7% - Top 10% in the University, PGDM – 69%
Work Experience – 4+ years at Matriculation (Spring 2015)
Senior Manager at Marsh India Insurance Brokers – a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies (a Fortune 200 Company).
1. Relationship management position accountable for soliciting business accounts and developing strategic alliances with large Indian multinational clientele , regular interactions with top management of my clients. Solely responsible for managing ~USD 400,000 of business. Also sole representative of my practice in North India
2. Have been promoted continuously for 3 years in a row
Extracurriculars
1. Participation in Inter – college events during my PGDM – finalist in a very prestigious M&A banking competition
2. Was selected for a summer project at the prestigious National Institute of Oceanography, Goa
3. Founder Member and Joint Secretary of Prithvi – The Earth Sciences Community, University of Delhi.
4. Department of Geology Coordinator for Global Climate Campaign (University of Delhi, 2006-08)
5. Avid Guitarist and member of College and Business School Bands
6. Fitness enthusiast and ex-member of Hans Raj College’s Cross Country Racing Team
My only concern here is that I do not have certificates for a few of these extracurriculars.
Volunteer/Community work –
• Minimal , was a member of my college’s social cell and undertook a few activities on their behalf, but have no documentation to support this.
• I also conducted 3-4 classes on physical training at an orphanage for teenage boys, but this was 3 years ago and I again have no documentation for this
• I am planning to do volunteer work with an NGO aimed at spreading education in rural remote areas.
Target and Challenges
1. Target Schools – INSEAD,LBS,Kellogg,ISB,IMD and any of the other top 10 One Year MBA Programs
2. One major challenge which I feel may hamper my admission chances is that I already have an MBA equivalent degree. However, my aim at going for another MBA program is
a. To change my industry – I aim at getting into Strategy Consulting or General Management (in Leadership Programs)
b. To get international exposure
c. To boost my career growth by associating with a reputed school that is well-known for grooming students for top management roles
What would be my chances of getting into a B-school of my choice (and a scholarship). Also, what other schools should I apply to keeping in mind my profile and GMAT score.
I thank you in advance for taking the time out to evaluate my chances.
24 Sep 2014, 11:17
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Hi there,
CONGRATS on that 760, outstanding!!
So you have a lot going for you...
-excellent GMAT
-strong work experience including recognition, progression & leadership
-lots of involvement/extracurriculars (note: the activities etc are basically reported on an honor system-- it is not necessary to have documentation/certificates!! Of course if a school ever found out someone was dishonest you could be kicked out etc
, but no stress on documenting it all)
-some volunteering
-CFA
Challenges....
-as you described-- you have a management degree. In general it can be QUITE tough to actually go for a 2nd MBA degree!! however.... my understanding is that the PGDM is somewhat different, and if you were not actually awarded an "MBA" and it was right after undergrad, and you can make a case for how it was NOT equivalent and why you DO feel you need this MBA.... you could still have a shot.
-not sure what your post-MBA goals are... keep in mind it's a good idea to have a vision you can clearly explain for your short and long term post MBA goals, and that these can often impact your admissions decision as well
All things considered your school list is likely reasonable, especially if the degree you received was NOT an MBA...
Keep us posted on questions and your progress and good luck!
CONGRATS on that 760, outstanding!!
So you have a lot going for you...
-excellent GMAT
-strong work experience including recognition, progression & leadership
-lots of involvement/extracurriculars (note: the activities etc are basically reported on an honor system-- it is not necessary to have documentation/certificates!! Of course if a school ever found out someone was dishonest you could be kicked out etc
, but no stress on documenting it all)-some volunteering
-CFA
Challenges....
-as you described-- you have a management degree. In general it can be QUITE tough to actually go for a 2nd MBA degree!! however.... my understanding is that the PGDM is somewhat different, and if you were not actually awarded an "MBA" and it was right after undergrad, and you can make a case for how it was NOT equivalent and why you DO feel you need this MBA.... you could still have a shot.
-not sure what your post-MBA goals are... keep in mind it's a good idea to have a vision you can clearly explain for your short and long term post MBA goals, and that these can often impact your admissions decision as well
All things considered your school list is likely reasonable, especially if the degree you received was NOT an MBA...
Keep us posted on questions and your progress and good luck!
pdl0312
Joined: 23 Aug 2014
Last visit: 24 Mar 2015
Posts: 26
Own Kudos:
Given Kudos: 2
Location: India
Concentration: Strategy, Leadership
Schools: ISB '16 (A) Said'16 (A) Kellogg 1YR '16 (I) HEC Sept'16 (WA) Kenan-Flagler '17 (A) Tepper '17 (I) Johnson '16 (A) Ross '17 (I)
GMAT 1: 760 Q50 V42
GPA: 3.6
WE:Consulting (Insurance)
Schools: ISB '16 (A) Said'16 (A) Kellogg 1YR '16 (I) HEC Sept'16 (WA) Kenan-Flagler '17 (A) Tepper '17 (I) Johnson '16 (A) Ross '17 (I)
GMAT 1: 760 Q50 V42
Posts: 26
Kudos:
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24 Sep 2014, 18:41
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Hi Jen
Thanks a lot for your feedback!
I have started work on my essays and application. Will certainly keep in mind your valuable inputs and keep posting updates on my admission journey.
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Thanks a lot for your feedback!
I have started work on my essays and application. Will certainly keep in mind your valuable inputs and keep posting updates on my admission journey.
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