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11 Nov 2020, 18:57
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Demographics (nationality, gender):
28 year old Asian female from US/Canada (applying in Fall 2021)
Education (undergraduate institution, GPA, major - high school/entrance exams not needed):
Top 3 Universities in Canada
Major in General Management (Concentrations in Marketing, International Business)
3.27 GPA
GMAT or GRE (include section breakdown):
GMAT 1st Try: 690 (Q 44, V 40, IR 5, AWA 6)
GMAT 2nd Try: 720 (Q 48, V 41, IR 6, AWA TBD)
Work experience (highlight amount of work experience, industries, roles, promotions, special accomplishments, international exposure):
- Total 6 years
- 2 years as a Media Specialist in LA at a multicultural advertising agency specialized in marketing to Asian Americans nationwide. Worked on the largest client account (global automobile brand) and spearheaded innovative initiatives outside of normal client work to benefit the agency overall
- 1 year as a Digital Strategist (lateral move) at a globally acclaimed media agency, on one of the largest accounts (global automobile brand). Moved here for greater exposure outside of the multicultural industry.
- .5 year as a Senior Digital Strategist (vertical move) at a competitor global media agency on the most notable account (notable movie studio). Transferred within the company's global network to Singapore for international exposure.
- 2.5 years as an Account Manager (vertical and international move) in Singapore, taking charge of multiple accounts and rebuilding the previously strained relationships between the agency and client (global luxury brand).
Extracurricular activities (highlight notable undergraduate and post-undergraduate ones):
Undergraduate
- On the executive board of my university chapter's AIESEC, a global organization for realizing and promoting international internships
- On the executive board for university's key cultural clubs (Taiwanese Students Association, Chinese/Japanese cultural club fundraising to sponsor Chinese orphans)
- Heavily involved in the university's students centre as Front Desk staff, buddy/mentor participant, and campus tour guide.
- Participated in the local Chinese dance troupe outside of the university
- Had multiple marketing summer internships in Taiwan among various industries (pharma, entertainment, logistics)
Post-grad
- Homeless shelter volunteer in LA at Skid Row
- Marathon runner and running club participant in LA
- Enlisted in Japanese language classes outside of work in LA
- Evening tutor for children of women at the women's domestic abuse shelter in Singapore
- Took a year off and taught English in rural Japan at a local junior high school
Post-MBA goals:
To move out of the agency/media industry and into the client-side of acclaimed international companies. International exposure and global diversity are very important to me (as shown from my experiences and extracurriculars). I hope to further build my skillset to become a strong international marketer in terms of localization and specifically, multicultural marketing, for a global brand.
Target schools:
NYU Stern, Columbia, Yale SOM, Duke Fuqua, Cornell Johnson
Other information:
In the process of taking online Brand Management and Digital Marketing certificate courses from Wharton and Cornell
Any specific questions you would like answered by our team:
- Should I retake the GMAT? I studied extensively before my first and second attempts. I do feel that I had room to hit a 730, but I think reaching 740/750 would require substantially more effort. That said, I also understand that my GPA is quite low. Would increasing this score make a huge difference, or should I use my time to improve on other aspects of my profile?
- Does taking a year off from my career to teach English abroad hurt my profile?
- What are other weaknesses and how can I improve them in the next year prior to applying?
- Any other schools outside of the US I should be considering?
28 year old Asian female from US/Canada (applying in Fall 2021)
Education (undergraduate institution, GPA, major - high school/entrance exams not needed):
Top 3 Universities in Canada
Major in General Management (Concentrations in Marketing, International Business)
3.27 GPA
GMAT or GRE (include section breakdown):
GMAT 1st Try: 690 (Q 44, V 40, IR 5, AWA 6)
GMAT 2nd Try: 720 (Q 48, V 41, IR 6, AWA TBD)
Work experience (highlight amount of work experience, industries, roles, promotions, special accomplishments, international exposure):
- Total 6 years
- 2 years as a Media Specialist in LA at a multicultural advertising agency specialized in marketing to Asian Americans nationwide. Worked on the largest client account (global automobile brand) and spearheaded innovative initiatives outside of normal client work to benefit the agency overall
- 1 year as a Digital Strategist (lateral move) at a globally acclaimed media agency, on one of the largest accounts (global automobile brand). Moved here for greater exposure outside of the multicultural industry.
- .5 year as a Senior Digital Strategist (vertical move) at a competitor global media agency on the most notable account (notable movie studio). Transferred within the company's global network to Singapore for international exposure.
- 2.5 years as an Account Manager (vertical and international move) in Singapore, taking charge of multiple accounts and rebuilding the previously strained relationships between the agency and client (global luxury brand).
Extracurricular activities (highlight notable undergraduate and post-undergraduate ones):
Undergraduate
- On the executive board of my university chapter's AIESEC, a global organization for realizing and promoting international internships
- On the executive board for university's key cultural clubs (Taiwanese Students Association, Chinese/Japanese cultural club fundraising to sponsor Chinese orphans)
- Heavily involved in the university's students centre as Front Desk staff, buddy/mentor participant, and campus tour guide.
- Participated in the local Chinese dance troupe outside of the university
- Had multiple marketing summer internships in Taiwan among various industries (pharma, entertainment, logistics)
Post-grad
- Homeless shelter volunteer in LA at Skid Row
- Marathon runner and running club participant in LA
- Enlisted in Japanese language classes outside of work in LA
- Evening tutor for children of women at the women's domestic abuse shelter in Singapore
- Took a year off and taught English in rural Japan at a local junior high school
Post-MBA goals:
To move out of the agency/media industry and into the client-side of acclaimed international companies. International exposure and global diversity are very important to me (as shown from my experiences and extracurriculars). I hope to further build my skillset to become a strong international marketer in terms of localization and specifically, multicultural marketing, for a global brand.
Target schools:
NYU Stern, Columbia, Yale SOM, Duke Fuqua, Cornell Johnson
Other information:
In the process of taking online Brand Management and Digital Marketing certificate courses from Wharton and Cornell
Any specific questions you would like answered by our team:
- Should I retake the GMAT? I studied extensively before my first and second attempts. I do feel that I had room to hit a 730, but I think reaching 740/750 would require substantially more effort. That said, I also understand that my GPA is quite low. Would increasing this score make a huge difference, or should I use my time to improve on other aspects of my profile?
- Does taking a year off from my career to teach English abroad hurt my profile?
- What are other weaknesses and how can I improve them in the next year prior to applying?
- Any other schools outside of the US I should be considering?
11 Nov 2020, 23:01
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Hi emilyfan,
Thanks for posting your profile. To address your questions -
1. I think your 720 GMAT score is a solid one for the schools on your list. I also think it's enough to offset your GPA. That said, since you're applying in the Fall 2021, you have time to retake it if you think you can get a better score. It sounds like 730 is within reach for you, then my vote is to give it another try.
2. The idea of taking a year off to teach English sounds interesting, but strategically, how would this fit into your career goals? Given that you already have 6 years of work experience, I worry that taking another year off before applying will push you towards the older side of the age range that b-schools typically like to see. This would hurt your chances a shade.
3. I don't see a lot of "weaknesses" jump out at me. I like that you have solid work experience, and are very active in your community. I don't think the GPA is a deal-breaker either.
4. Outside of the US, there are plenty of excellent business programs. It depends on where you see yourself building your career. For example, if you'd like to be in Asia, consider programs like INSEAD which has a strong Asian and European presence. London Business School is another program with a great international reputation and network.
I hope this is helpful to you. Wishing you the best in your MBA journey!
Sincerely,
Debbie
Thanks for posting your profile. To address your questions -
1. I think your 720 GMAT score is a solid one for the schools on your list. I also think it's enough to offset your GPA. That said, since you're applying in the Fall 2021, you have time to retake it if you think you can get a better score. It sounds like 730 is within reach for you, then my vote is to give it another try.
2. The idea of taking a year off to teach English sounds interesting, but strategically, how would this fit into your career goals? Given that you already have 6 years of work experience, I worry that taking another year off before applying will push you towards the older side of the age range that b-schools typically like to see. This would hurt your chances a shade.
3. I don't see a lot of "weaknesses" jump out at me. I like that you have solid work experience, and are very active in your community. I don't think the GPA is a deal-breaker either.
4. Outside of the US, there are plenty of excellent business programs. It depends on where you see yourself building your career. For example, if you'd like to be in Asia, consider programs like INSEAD which has a strong Asian and European presence. London Business School is another program with a great international reputation and network.
I hope this is helpful to you. Wishing you the best in your MBA journey!
Sincerely,
Debbie
