mbaMission Admissions Consultant
Joined: 26 Mar 2020
Posts: 142
Given Kudos: 0
Re: Profile Review Request
[#permalink]
19 Oct 2023, 23:40
Hi lemonegg429,
Thanks for posting your profile! I like that you have a lot of strengths - truly international background and experiences, strong career trajectory in finance, leadership through your extracurriculars, passion for financial technology like blockchain / AI.
The GMAT test is not easy, and you have shown a lot of resilience and persistence by retaking it several times. A sub-700 score can be challenging for the schools on your list. While schools look at your profile holistically and the test score is only one data point, a stronger test score will of course make your profile more competitive. Have you looked into the GRE? The study material is similar, but some applicants find the GRE test format more suited to their test-taking style.
As you consider switching to the GRE, or even retaking the GMAT (which I encourage you to do so in order to be more competitive at the schools on your list), you can start working on your essays simultaneously. I think your personal background sounds unique and interesting. How have your international experiences shaped you as a team player and leader? How have they influenced your career goals or professional choices / achievements?
If you can articulate this compellingly in your essays, that would be the key to your application success. If you would like to discuss your profile in more detail, feel free to schedule a 1:1 consultation with us. Wishing you the best in your MBA journey!
Sincerely,
Debbie