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06 Nov 2017, 11:07
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Hello Experts!
I just wrote my GMAT and scored a 740 (V42, Q48). The QA percentile is a serious dampener at 69 and the IR is at the edge too (5 -55 percentile). However, I have no plans to retake the exam as I believe that this is very close to the best I can do. I need some serious advice about:
1. What are my chances for top rated schools?
2. What schools should I consider given I have financial constraints and would most likely require a scholarship.
On to my profile now - I'm an Indian female.
WorkEx - I have about 3.5 years of experience in financial consultancy (Duff & Phelps), where I carry out valuations of businesses, complex financial instruments and intangible assets. This is my first job and I have been promoted thrice. I'm currently working as a Senior Consultant and consistently rated as one of the top performing employees. Also the president of Internal Complaints Committee for my regional office.
Bachelors - Financial and Investment Analysis from CBS (DU). For those who don't know, its a highly competitive course (only about 30 general seats). I got a rank of about 50 out of 15,000 applicants to get in. Scored 70% in the course (not stellar, but not bad either)
CFA - I have cleared all 3 levels and will complete 4 years of experience in June and apply for the charter.
High School - 94% in XII and 92% in X
Social Work - I have volunteered with Make A Difference as a volunteer teacher and placements intern for 2 years. I was awarded as the best intern.
Co-curricular activities - I have been learning Kathak (Indian classical dance) since last 2 years, have certifications for the same. Further, I was an active debater during school, with the usual Head Girl badge.
Recommendation letters - I can source one from my MD (INSEAD graduate) and other perhaps from a client or direct supervisor.
I am currently considering NUS, HKUST, Wharton, Kellog, Columbia and (possibly) Harvard. I've dropped INSEAD as I don't meet their recommended criteria.
Thanks for taking out time!
I just wrote my GMAT and scored a 740 (V42, Q48). The QA percentile is a serious dampener at 69 and the IR is at the edge too (5 -55 percentile). However, I have no plans to retake the exam as I believe that this is very close to the best I can do. I need some serious advice about:
1. What are my chances for top rated schools?
2. What schools should I consider given I have financial constraints and would most likely require a scholarship.
On to my profile now - I'm an Indian female.
WorkEx - I have about 3.5 years of experience in financial consultancy (Duff & Phelps), where I carry out valuations of businesses, complex financial instruments and intangible assets. This is my first job and I have been promoted thrice. I'm currently working as a Senior Consultant and consistently rated as one of the top performing employees. Also the president of Internal Complaints Committee for my regional office.
Bachelors - Financial and Investment Analysis from CBS (DU). For those who don't know, its a highly competitive course (only about 30 general seats). I got a rank of about 50 out of 15,000 applicants to get in. Scored 70% in the course (not stellar, but not bad either)
CFA - I have cleared all 3 levels and will complete 4 years of experience in June and apply for the charter.
High School - 94% in XII and 92% in X
Social Work - I have volunteered with Make A Difference as a volunteer teacher and placements intern for 2 years. I was awarded as the best intern.
Co-curricular activities - I have been learning Kathak (Indian classical dance) since last 2 years, have certifications for the same. Further, I was an active debater during school, with the usual Head Girl badge.
Recommendation letters - I can source one from my MD (INSEAD graduate) and other perhaps from a client or direct supervisor.
I am currently considering NUS, HKUST, Wharton, Kellog, Columbia and (possibly) Harvard. I've dropped INSEAD as I don't meet their recommended criteria.
Thanks for taking out time!
06 Nov 2017, 21:50
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Hi Ayushi,
You have an excellent profile. It's a bummer that your Quant slid a little. Assuming your goal is to pursue your career in Finance your school selection is very good. Wharton and Columbia are excellent schools for that. You have a good shot at NUS and HKUST. You have a distinguished profile for M7 schools too but it is very difficult to opine on them. Depending on where you want to work post MBA I recommend concentrating in one geographic area. You may want to email INSEAD and ask them about the IR situation, they may give you a break. Now all that is left is find the best fit school and work on your applications. You can always contact me to discuss your application further over a call.
Best,
You have an excellent profile. It's a bummer that your Quant slid a little. Assuming your goal is to pursue your career in Finance your school selection is very good. Wharton and Columbia are excellent schools for that. You have a good shot at NUS and HKUST. You have a distinguished profile for M7 schools too but it is very difficult to opine on them. Depending on where you want to work post MBA I recommend concentrating in one geographic area. You may want to email INSEAD and ask them about the IR situation, they may give you a break. Now all that is left is find the best fit school and work on your applications. You can always contact me to discuss your application further over a call.
Best,
07 Nov 2017, 00:07
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I don’t think you need to worry about your Quant score, given that you seem to have plenty of experience in finance and your overall score is good.
Your work experience looks strong. What matters are your different experiences, accomplishments, and impact at work. The likes of Wharton, CBS, Kellogg, and HBS are tough for anyone. Hard to tell how you’ll fare at these schools, but nonetheless apply to few of them. Scholarships are hard to predict. Treat it as bonus if you land one. If you get into a good program, you’ll likely have a good RoI even without a scholarship.
On recommendation, take it from MD if s/he has seen your work.
Your work experience looks strong. What matters are your different experiences, accomplishments, and impact at work. The likes of Wharton, CBS, Kellogg, and HBS are tough for anyone. Hard to tell how you’ll fare at these schools, but nonetheless apply to few of them. Scholarships are hard to predict. Treat it as bonus if you land one. If you get into a good program, you’ll likely have a good RoI even without a scholarship.
On recommendation, take it from MD if s/he has seen your work.
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